Jim Banks

American politician (born 1979)

James Edward Banks (born July 16, 1979) is an American politician. He is a member of the U.S. representative for Indiana's 3rd congressional district since 2017. He is a Republican.

Jim Banks
Chair of the Republican Study Committee
In office
January 3, 2021 – January 3, 2023
Preceded byMike Johnson
Succeeded byKevin Hern
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Indiana's 3rd district
Assumed office
January 3, 2017
Preceded byMarlin Stutzman
Member of the Indiana Senate
from the 17th district
In office
November 16, 2010 – November 9, 2016
Preceded byDoc Dillon
Succeeded byAndy Zay
Personal details
Born
James Edward Banks

(1979-07-16) July 16, 1979 (age 44)
Columbia City, Indiana, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)
Amanda Izsak (m. 2005)
Children3
EducationIndiana University, Bloomington (BA)
Grace College and Seminary (MBA)
WebsiteHouse website
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service United States Navy
Years of service2012–present
Rank Lieutenant
UnitUnited States Navy Reserve
Battles/warsWar in Afghanistan
AwardsDefense Meritorious Service Medal

In January 2023, Banks announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate in the e2024 election.[1]

References change

  1. Wright, David (2023-01-17). "GOP Rep. Jim Banks announces Indiana US Senate campaign | CNN Politics". CNN. Retrieved 2023-01-17.