Representative Charlotte Esau - Contact Information

Charlotte Esau is a member of the Republican Party and currently serves in the Kansas House of Representatives, representing District 14. She assumed office on January 13, 2025, and her current term will conclude on January 11, 2027.

Esau was born on July 29, 1961, in Olathe, Kansas, where she has remained closely connected to her community throughout her life. Before entering politics, she worked professionally as a genealogist, a career that reflected her interest in history, family heritage, and community ties. Her professional background provided her with organizational skills and a deep appreciation for local and state history, which would later inform her public service.

Her political career began in 2018 when she was elected to the Kansas House of Representatives to succeed her husband, Keith Esau, who had vacated the seat to run for Kansas Secretary of State. Charlotte Esau represented District 14 from January 14, 2019, until January 9, 2023. During this period, she established herself as a legislator focused on conservative values, community representation, and practical governance. After leaving office in 2023, she returned to politics in 2024, successfully winning election once again to represent District 14, beginning her second tenure in January 2025.

Esau’s district is located in Johnson County and includes parts of Olathe and Lenexa. Following redistricting after the 2020 Census, the district boundaries shifted to cover north central and northwestern Olathe. Her representation of this area has emphasized issues important to suburban communities, including infrastructure, education, and local economic development.

Throughout her legislative career, Esau has served on multiple committees, contributing to discussions on state governance, community welfare, and modernization of legislative processes. Her committee assignments have allowed her to engage with a wide range of policy areas, from administrative reform to social services. She has been recognized for her commitment to ensuring that the voices of her constituents are represented in the Kansas House.

Esau’s political priorities have included fiscal responsibility, support for Kansas families, and strengthening local communities. She has advocated for policies that balance conservative principles with practical solutions to everyday challenges faced by Kansans. Her work has often focused on ensuring that government remains accountable and responsive to the needs of the people.

Outside of her legislative responsibilities, Esau remains active in her community and continues her professional interest in genealogy. She resides in Olathe, Kansas, with her husband, Keith Esau, who also has a history of public service in the Kansas legislature. Her personal life reflects her dedication to family and community, values that have consistently shaped her approach to governance.

Charlotte Esau’s career in the Kansas House of Representatives demonstrates her resilience and commitment to public service. Having served two separate tenures, she brings both experience and renewed energy to her role as a legislator. Her ongoing work highlights her dedication to representing her district faithfully while contributing to the broader governance of the state of Kansas.