Jesse Topper is a Republican representing Pennsylvania's 78th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, covering all of Bedford and Fulton counties. A lifelong resident of Bedford County born on September 19, 1981, he was first elected in 2014 and currently serves as House Republican Leader for the 2025-26 session, having been elected to this role by his Republican colleagues in 2024. He is a father of two sons and remains active in his community as a football coach at Bedford High School, a musician playing piano and organ at local churches, and a PIAA official in basketball and baseball. Notable achievements include advocating for rural healthcare access, advancing education initiatives as Republican Chairman of the House Education Committee, and prior community service on Bedford Borough Council and as vice president of the Bedford County Chamber of Commerce.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Homeschooled graduate; earned a bachelor's degree magna cum laude from Frostburg State University; graduate of Leadership Bedford County and the Harry Wendelstedt Umpire School.
• Early Involvement: Active in 4-H and Boy Scouts ; three-sport athlete at Bedford High School.
• Political Experience: Elected to PA House in 2014; served on the Commonwealth's Board of Nursing and Bedford Area School District's Board of Health and Fitness; Republican Chairman of the House Education Committee, focusing on student opportunities and taxpayer respect.