Jake Chapman

Jake Chapman (born 1984) is an American politician and former Iowa State Senator from the 10th District. A Republican, he served in the Iowa Senate after being elected in 2012 to a seat that had no incumbent due to redistricting. At the age of 28, Chapman won the election and served as the youngest state senator in the 85th General Assembly. Chapman went on to become the chairman of the Commerce Committee, followed by the chairman of the Ways & Means Committee. In 2021 Chapman held the position of President of the Iowa Senate.

Personal life

Born in Adel, Iowa, Chapman attended the now defunct AIB College of Business, where he earned a bachelor's degree in business administration.

He currently resides in Grimes He previously directed the operations of his family business as the Chief Operating Officer. Jake currently is the president and CEO of Intralux Consulting - a political and corporate consulting firm that also specializes in advertising.

Chapman opposed gun legislation that would have allowed authorities to seize firearms from someone without receiving a court appearance.

In January 2022, Chapman served on the following committees: Commerce and Rules and Administration as well as the Legislative Council, Service Committee and Administration Committee.

On November 8, 2022, Jake Chapman was defeated in the General Election, defeated by State Senator Sarah Trone Garriott.