Jessica Baker is a Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives representing District 17 in southeast Duval County, including portions of Mandarin and Southside south of Beach Boulevard. She assumed office on November 8, 2022, succeeding Cyndi Stevenson, and won re-election in 2024 against Democratic challenger Bryson Kade Morgan. Baker, born April 12, works as an attorney, prosecutor in the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court of Florida, and government affairs consultant. She resides in Jacksonville with her spouse, Tim Baker, and children Brooks and Olivia. Notable achievements include strong fundraising success, such as a 4-to-1 edge in her 2022 GOP primary, and endorsement by former President Donald Trump.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Florida State University ; Florida State University College of Law .
• Political Experience:
  • Elected to Florida House District 17 in 2022; reelected subsequently, with terms through 2030.
  • Previously worked as a lobbyist for Sachs Sax Caplan.
  • Served on the staff of Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry.