Wendy Dant Chesser | |
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Member of the IndianaHouseofRepresentatives from the 71st district | |
Assumed office June 4, 2024 | |
Preceded by | Rita Fleming |
Personal details | |
Political party | Democratic |
Alma mater | Indiana University Southeast (BS) |
Wendy Dant Chesser is a Democratic member of the Indiana House of Representatives representing District 71. [1]
She attended Indiana University Southeast. [2] Dant Chesser was the chief director of corporate strategy and external affairs at the River Ridge Development Authority. [3]
In 2024,she replaced Rita Fleming in the Indiana House. [4]
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