Meet Jesse

Rep. Jesse Topper has been the voice of his neighbors of the 78th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives since he was elected in 2014. In 2024, his Republican colleagues elected him as the House Republican Leader for the 2025-26 legislative session. Topper is a lifelong resident of Bedford County and has two sons.

Since taking office, Topper has been a strong advocate for improved healthcare options for residents, particularly for those in rural areas. In recent legislative sessions, he has worked toward better educational opportunities for Pennsylvania students. As the Republican chairman of the House Education Committee, he worked across state government and with stakeholders to bring to fruition several key education initiatives that will improve the lives of Pennsylvania’s students at all levels of education while respecting taxpayers.

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