The Indiana House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the Indiana General Assembly. Alongside the Indiana State Senate, it forms the legislative branch of the Indiana state government and works alongside the governor of Indiana to create laws and establish a state budget. Legislative authority and responsibilities of the Indiana House of Representatives include passing bills on public policy matters, setting levels for state spending, raising and lowering taxes, and voting to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.

House District 53 encompasses an Eastern portion of Hancock County and some surrounding communities. Elected officials for this office serve about 65,000 residents (94.3% white, 3.2% Black, 0.6% Asian, 1.9% Other) based on 2010 Census data. The area continues to grow and to welcome everyone with our Hoosier Hospitality and our proximity to the infrastructure of the Cross-roads of America, making it a business friendly locale.

Job Overview

• Serves two (2) year terms, not subject to term limits

• Indiana legislators assume office on the second Tuesday after the general election

• There are one-hundred (100) seats in the Indiana House of Representatives

• The Indiana House of Representatives meets in the Indiana Statehouse in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Requirements

• United States citizen at the time of the election

• Be at least twenty-one (21) years old upon taking office

• Registered to vote in the election district intending to represent no later than the date to file declaration for candidacy

• Have resided in Indiana for at least two (2) years and in the house district for at least one (1) year before the election

Responsibilities

• Create and vote on bills that make new laws or modify and update old ones

• Research and be well-versed, familiar, and accurately informed on the important needs of the district

• Represent all of the diverse constituents of the district

• Host town halls and be available to constituents

• Collect and respond to constituent feedback

• Train and supervise staff members who engage with constituents

• Be a good steward to taxpayer funds

• Maintain economic prosperity for this district

• Serve on various committees

• Attend district and state functions

Desired Qualifications (not required)

• History of Community Service or Military Service

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

• Experience running meetings, managing budgets, and setting policy

Compensation

• $27,204 annual salary plus $184/per diem unvouchered, plus medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, and term life benefits

Voting Record

• 2021 Regular Session

• 2020 Regular Session

• 2019 Regular Session

• 2018 Special & Regular Sessions

• 2017 Regular Session

• 2016 Regular Session

• 2015 Regular Session

• 2014 Regular Session

• 2013 Regular Session

• 2012 Regular Session

• 2011 Regular Session

For more information: https://ballotpedia.org/Indiana_House_of_Representatives_District_53

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