Jake Teshka

Jake Teshka is an American politician serving as a member of the Indiana House of Representatives from the 7th district. He assumed office on November 4, 2020.

Early life and education Teshka was born and raised in South Bend, Indiana. After graduating from St. Joseph High School, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Saint Joseph's College and a Master of Public Administration from Indiana University South Bend.

Career In 2008, Teshka worked as a regional political director for the Indiana Republican Party. He then worked as a field representative and executive director of the Saint Joseph County Republican Party. He served as a member of the South Bend Common Council from 2018 to 2020. During his tenure on the council, Teshka was the only Republican member. He was elected to the Indiana House of Representatives in November 2020.

Rep. Teshka has worked on a diverse set of issues including alcohol policy, entrepreneurship, and cryptocurrency. However, he has become most known as a champion of education reform. In November 2024, Teshka was named Chairman of the House Committee on Financial Institutions.