House State PA, Jessica

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Jessica was born in Allegheny County. She earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Bethel University, a master's degree in communication from Minnesota State University, and second master's degree in bioethics from the University of Pittsburgh.

Jessica currently works as the director of development at Pittsburgh Center for Autistic Advocacy, which she co-founded. 

Jessica Lynn Benham is a state representative for District 36. She was elected in 2020 and is serving her second term. She previously served as deputy whip and was an elected delegate to the Democratic National Convention in 2024.

As of September 30, 2024, Jessica Lynn Benham did not have a website or any information online.

Economy

Healthcare

Supports creating sensory-friendly spaces in schools and increasing access to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for autistic children.

- Supports creating sensory-friendly spaces in schools and increasing access to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for autistic children.

Education

Facebook

Said, "I’ll always be committed to a future where we’re powering our homes and businesses with clean energy so that we can breathe clean air, have good-paying union jobs, and affordable energy bills."

- Said, "I’ll always be committed to a future where we’re powering our homes and businesses with clean energy so that we can breathe clean air, have good-paying union jobs, and affordable energy bills."

Energy & the Environment

Supports investing in services for crime survivors, including $1.3 million to the Center for Victims and over $1 million to Pittsburgh Action Against Rape.

As senator, secured funding including $1.3 million to the Center for Victims and over $1 million to Pittsburgh Action Against Rape.

- As senator, secured funding including $1.3 million to the Center for Victims and over $1 million to Pittsburgh Action Against Rape.

Public Safety

Voting & Elections

Jessica Lynn Benham

Jessica was born in Allegheny County, Pa. She earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Bethel University, a master's degree in communication from Minnesota State University, and 2nd master's degree in bioethics from the University of Pittsburgh.

Jessica Lynn Benham currently serves as state representative for State House District 36 in Pennsylvania. She was first elected in 2020 and is serving her 2nd term. She previously served as deputy whip and was an elected delegate to the Democratic National Convention in 2024.

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