Jacob Welper

Jacob Welper
Member of the Iowa House of Representatives
from the 59th district
Member-elect
Assumed office
January 1, 2027
Preceded byChristian Hermanson
Personal details
PartyDemocratic
EducationIowa State University
WebsiteCampaign website

Jacob Welper is an American politician. A member of the Democratic Party, he was elected to the Iowa House of Representatives in 2026, representing the 59th district. He unseated Republican Christian Hermanson in the 2026 election. He is a lifelong Iowan. Welper is an Iowa Army National Guard Sergeant and teacher.

References

  1. ↑ "Jacob Welper". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2026-11-11.
  2. ↑ "Iowa House of Representatives elections, 2026". Ballotpedia. Retrieved November 9, 2026.
  3. ↑ McClelland, Robin (2026-11-03). "Democrat Jacob Welper wins Iowa House District 59". Globe Gazette. Retrieved 2026-11-11.
  4. ↑ "Jacob Welper". Bleeding Heartland. Retrieved 2026-11-11.
  5. ↑ "Jacob Welper - DLCC Target Race". Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee. Retrieved 2026-11-11.