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Dear neighbor,
It is a great honor to serve our district in the Indiana General Assembly. I continue to promote policies and positions that remain true to the principles of limited government, personal responsibility and fiscal integrity.
I would like your feedback on important issues facing our community. Please help me best represent you and the needs of our district.
I encourage you to contact me with any questions or ideas you may have, or schedule a visit to the Statehouse.
Thank you and God Bless!
Timothy Wesco
State Representative
District 21
Indiana House of Representatives: 2010-Present
House District 21: Portions of Elkhart and St. Joseph counties
Committees:
Occupation: Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church of Elkhart
State Rep. Timothy Wesco was born and raised in Northern Indiana, where he grew up on land once farmed by his great grandfather, Virgil Culp. In high school, Wesco got his first job making minimum wage at the family piano building business, Walter Piano Co., in Elkhart.
At age 19, Wesco did what so many others from Elkhart have done; he got a job working in a RV factory. Along the way, he joined his township fire department and become involved in public service with the Young Republicans as an outlet for his passionate beliefs in limited government, personal responsibility and fiscal integrity.
Wesco has served as state representative since 2010. He has remained true to the principles of limited government, personal responsibility and fiscal integrity upon which he was elected.
Wesco is a graduate of Bethel College with a BS degree in organizational management.
In 2013, Wesco married his wife, Kathryn, and they reside just outside the town of Osceola.
House District 21 includes portions of Elkhart County and St. Joseph counties. To find your House District, click here.
STATEHOUSE (Oct. 19, 2020) – Hoosiers can vote absentee-in-person at several locations across Elkhart County until Nov. 2, according to State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola).
STATEHOUSE (Oct. 16, 2020) – Hoosiers can vote absentee-in-person at several locations across Elkhart County until Nov. 2, according to area legislators.
STATEHOUSE (Sept. 24, 2020) – State Rep. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) encourage local residents to register to vote or check their registration status before the Oct. 5 deadline using the state's online voter portal at IndianaVoters.com.
STATEHOUSE (Sept. 4, 2020) – State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) encourage local college students and recent graduates looking to gain valuable work experience to apply online for a paid internship with the Indiana House of Representatives at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.
Before the start of each legislative session, House Republicans hire interns to help legislators and staff with the increased workload. Positions are open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors, as well as recent college graduates, and law school and graduate students.
"Internships are key to building resumes and gaining professional experience employers are looking for," DeVon said. "House Republican interns are a part a team, and they do real work to enhance their skill sets."
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 31, 2020) – According to State Reps. Dale Devon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola), 2020 census responses are critical to future federal funding in local communities, and Hoosiers should respond now if they have not already done so.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 24, 2020) – With about $570 million in unclaimed property available, State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) said Hoosiers should visit IndianaUnclaimed.gov today to see if money is waiting for them.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 14, 2020) – State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) said new resources are available to help students succeed, especially as COVID-19 complicates the start of the school year.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 7, 2020) – State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) encourage veterans and Indiana companies to connect through INvet's next-generation website.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 4, 2020) – State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) encourage Hoosier small-business owners and entrepreneurs to apply for a free program that provides direct technical support to help build their online presence.
STATEHOUSE (July 28, 2020) – When students begin school in the coming weeks, a new opportunity to fulfill graduation requirements will be available to high school juniors and seniors to tutor younger students, according to State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola).
STATEHOUSE (July 20, 2020) – Hoosiers no longer have to pay local or state fees for five-year gun licenses, thanks to a law supported in 2019 by State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola).
STATEHOUSE (April 20, 2020) – Local communities were recently awarded over $2.8 million in state matching grants to bolster road and bridge improvements, according to State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola).
STATEHOUSE (April 13, 2020) – With Indiana school buildings closed for the academic year, State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) said there are several online resources available to help students continue learning at home.
STATEHOUSE (April 7, 2020) – State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse during the 2020 legislative session:
STATEHOUSE (April 1, 2020) – State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) encourage Hoosier workers and small businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic to access recently expanded state and federal resources for help.
STATEHOUSE (April 1, 2020) – Elkhart County lawmakers encourage Hoosier workers and small businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic to access recently expanded state and federal resources for help.
STATEHOUSE (March 20, 2020) – “It is clear the current health crisis demands decisive action, and Governor Holcomb's decision to postpone the primary election by one month is the right move for our state. Some county clerk’s offices are currently closed to mitigate person-to-person contact, and are not in condition to administer an election under these circumstances. Taking this additional time to prepare for our primary election will not only help Hoosiers stay healthy and avoid spreading the virus, but also ensure everyone who can vote has a chance to perform their civic duty.”
State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) (center) fills a care package to donate to a veteran in need on Monday, Feb. 10, 2020, at the Indiana Statehouse. In 2019, there was a 6% increase in homelessness among Indiana veterans. To help those who served and raise awareness of this important issue, the Indiana House of Representatives partnered with the American Legion, Department of Indiana to collect more than 7,000 hygiene and food items for care packages. These packages will be distributed to homeless Hoosier veterans across the state.
STATEHOUSE (March 20, 2019) – Legislation sponsored by State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) allowing counties to voluntarily petition the secretary of state to audit an election could soon become law.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 25, 2019) – State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) recently welcomed NorthWood Middle School students to the Statehouse.
RAISING AWARENESS: State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) pairs sneakers with his suit to draw attention to National Cancer Prevention Month Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the Statehouse. Each year, the Indiana House of Representatives participates in the Suits and Sneakers challenge, an annual event sponsored by the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. In the last 25 years, the cancer death rate in the U.S. fell by 27 percent. Over that same period of time, the cancer death rate in Indiana declined by just 19 percent, according to the American Cancer Society.
STATEHOUSE (Dec. 20, 2018) – Local students who want to learn more about state government are encouraged to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2019 legislative session.
STATEHOUSE (Nov. 30, 2018) – State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) was recently appointed to serve as chair of the House Elections and Apportionment Committee.
STATEHOUSE (July 26, 2018) – Indiana House Republicans are now accepting internship applications for the 2019 legislative session, which begins in January, according to State Reps. Wes Culver (R-Goshen), Doug Miller (R-Elkhart) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola).
STATEHOUSE (June 13, 2018) — The Indiana Department of Education on Tuesday awarded Granger Christian School, Marian High School, Penn High School and Saint Joseph High School for student AP exam success during the 2016-2017 school year, according to State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola).
STATEHOUSE (April 4, 2018) – Gov. Eric Holcomb today at the Statehouse ceremonially signed a new law authored by State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) adding protections to military college students who are called to active duty.
STATEHOUSE (March 19, 2018) — State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse.
STATEHOUSE (March 13, 2018) — Military college students who are called to active duty during an academic term in Indiana will have added protections thanks to a new law authored by State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola).
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 27, 2018) — State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill that would protect military college students who are called to active duty during an academic term could soon be law.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 5, 2018) — The House of Representatives today voted in support of State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill that would eliminate fees for obtaining a lifetime permit to carry a handgun.
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 18, 2018) — The House of Representatives voted today in support of State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill that would protect military college students who are called to active duty during an academic term.
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 11, 2018) — State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) applauded the Indiana State Department of Health for denying an application to Whole Women’s Health Alliance in South Bend under the authority granted by Indiana law, specifically IC 16-21-2-11.
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 9, 2018) — The House Committee on Veterans Affairs and Public Safety recently passed State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) proposal that would protect college students when they are called or deployed to active military duty.
STATEHOUSE (Dec. 22, 2017) — Applications are open for students interested in participating in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2018 legislative session, according to State Reps. Doug Miller (R-Elkhart) and Tim Wesco (R-Osceola).
STATEHOUSE (Sept. 6, 2017) – Indiana House Republicans are now accepting internship applications for the 2018 legislative session, according to State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola).
STATEHOUSE (July 6, 2017) — State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) was recently named to four summer study committees, which examine assigned topics, gather testimonies and recommend potential legislation.
STATEHOUSE (May 25, 2017) — Gov. Eric Holcomb today ceremonially signed a new law authored by State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) focused on helping first responders.
STATEHOUSE (May 2, 2017) — Gov. Eric Holcomb signed into law State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill removing the cosmetologist licensing requirement to practice natural hair braiding in the state.
STATEHOUSE (April 25, 2017) — State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse.
STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2017) — State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill that would allow individuals to practice natural hair braiding without a license could soon be law.
STATEHOUSE (April 10, 2017) —State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill that would provide confidentiality to first responders who seek psychological counseling after involvement in a traumatic situation, could soon be law.
STATEHOUSE (March 31, 2017) — State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill calling for policymakers to study Indiana’s civil forfeiture practices has been signed into law.
STATEHOUSE (March 27, 2017) — Local lawmakers today at the Statehouse honored the Association for the Disabled of Elkhart County for its dedication to Hoosiers with disabilities.
STATEHOUSE (March 22, 2017) – State Reps. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) and Dale DeVon (R-Granger) recently honored Bethel College with a resolution recognizing its 70th anniversary.
STATEHOUSE (March 20, 2017) — State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill calling for lawmakers to study Indiana’s civil forfeiture laws is headed to the governor for his consideration.
STATEHOUSE (March 10, 2017) – The U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Indiana No. 1 on its list of “Best States,” according to State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola).
STATEHOUSE (March 9, 2017) – State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) teamed up with Habitat for Humanity of Indiana and fellow lawmakers today to formally kick off the General Assembly’s first-ever home build on Statehouse grounds.
Wesco joined Habitat officials on the South lawn to announce the results of their fundraising and tool drive efforts. Total contributions raised topped $50,500 – far surpassing the initial $30,000 goal to pay for building materials. The additional donations will help provide training and support for Habitat’s affiliates in Indiana. Legislators and Statehouse staff also donated about $3,500 in new and used tools.
STATEHOUSE (March 7, 2017) – Area legislators laced up their sneakers with their suits today at the Statehouse to help raise cancer awareness.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 16, 2017) — The House of Representatives voted today in support of State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill that would require the State Department of Health to respond to nonresidential on-site sewage system permit applications within 45 days.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 13, 2017) — The House of Representatives today voted in support of State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill that would deregulate hair braiding and allow citizens to practice for-hire without a license.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 8, 2017) — The House Committee on Environmental Affairs today passed State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill that would require the state Department of Health to either approve or deny a permit application for a nonresidential on-site sewage system within 45 days.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 7, 2017) — State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill to deregulate hair braiding was passed today by the House Committee of Employment, Labor and Pensions.
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 24, 2017) — The House of Representatives today unanimously supported State Rep. Tim Wesco’s (R-Osceola) bill that would provide confidentiality to first responders seeking help after involvement in a traumatic situation.
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 17, 2017) — The House Committee on Veterans Affairs and Public Safety today passed a bill authored by State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) that would ensure first responders who seek psychological help after a traumatic event are granted confidentiality.
STATEHOUSE (Dec. 19, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) was recently reappointed to serve as vice chair of the House Committee on Public Policy.
STATEHOUSE (Nov. 22, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) joined fellow legislators at the Statehouse today for the Indiana General Assembly’s Organization Day.
STATEHOUSE (Nov. 21, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) invites constituents to join him for coffee in advance of the 2017 legislative session beginning in January.
STATEHOUSE (Sept. 30, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) and fellow Republican members of the Indiana House of Representatives are seeking interns for the upcoming 2017 legislative session, which runs from January through April.
STATEHOUSE (June 24, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) will be serving on the Interim Study Committee on Employment and Labor.
STATEHOUSE (March 14, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) recently welcomed the following student pages to the Statehouse:
INDIANAPOLIS (Oct. 19, 2015) – State Rep. Timothy Wesco (R-Osceola) recently announced Indiana will pay off its federal unemployment loan early leading to significant savings for Hoosier businesses.
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