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State representatives are elected officials who serve in their state's House of Representatives. Along with state senators, they make up the legislative arm of state government. Specific duties are determined by each state's constitution, but generally parallel those of their federal counterparts in the U.S. Congress. State Representatives have the power to: enact laws, oversee executive programs, and appropriate funds for the state's annual budget. Terms are typically limited to two years.
This page provides information about local candidates who are running for State Representative on General Election Day, November 8th. Races are for the Indiana House of Representatives: House District 46, 60, and 62. |
State House District 62
House District 62 includes portions of Brown County and parts of Monroe and Jackson Counties. (click here for a district map).
Penny Githens (D)
Penny has a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry and Math Education from Purdue and a Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology from IU. She taught science and math as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Kenya, followed by years of experience in the education and public policy. She is now a County Commissioner, where her focus has been on homelessness, health, and issues surrounding mental illness and substance use disorders. Penny grew up in Richmond, Indiana, and has seen many changes over the years. Decades ago, teachers were respected and earned a living wage. Today, teachers in Indiana are underpaid, which has led to a severe shortage and dwindling numbers in teacher education programs. We need to increase funding for education.
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Dave Hall (R)
Dave Hall was born and raised in Southern Indiana. He and his wife, Bradie (Ritter), were married in 2006 and built their home on her family farm in Northwest Jackson County in 2008. He is a 20-year small business owner (Dave Hall Crop Insurance) and also farms 500 acres of corn and soybeans with his dad. Dave is no stranger to public service; he is currently serving his second term as President of the Jackson County Council, Jackson County REMC board of Directors, Jackson County Redevelopment Commission, Jackson County Industrial Development Corporation, and as a Special Deputy with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department. Dave has also served on the Owen Township Advisory Board, the Emergency Management Board, and the Ambulance Board.
Dave is a PROVEN CONSERVATIVE with real-world EXPERIENCE. |
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State House District 46
House District 46 includes large portions of Owen and Clay counties and sections of Vigo and Monroe counties in central Indiana.
Bob Heaton (R)
State Rep. Bob Heaton was born in 1956 in Clay County, Ind. He grew up on a classic rural Hoosier farm that has been in the Heaton family for over 120 years. Heaton attended the University of Denver on a full athletic scholarship (basketball) and studied business. After two years there, he transferred to Indiana State University, where played on the Sycamores basketball team. Heaton graduated from ISU with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a concentration in marketing. Since 2003, he has been president of his own financial service venture, Heaton Financial Services, in Terre Haute.
Representative Bob Heaton was first elected in 2010 and represents District 46, which includes portions of Clay, Monroe, Owen and Vigo counties. He is Majority Whip and Chair of the Higher Education Subcommittee and Ways & Means. He also serves on the House Financial Institutions and Insurance Standing Committee.
Representative Bob Heaton was first elected in 2010 and represents District 46, which includes portions of Clay, Monroe, Owen and Vigo counties. He is Majority Whip and Chair of the Higher Education Subcommittee and Ways & Means. He also serves on the House Financial Institutions and Insurance Standing Committee.
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Kurtis Cummings (D)
Born and raised in small-town Indiana, Kurtis has a diverse background and has lived a life of public-service outside of politics. As a father, small business owner, CASA, and first-responder, Kurtis will represent our community, not corporate interests.
Kurtis and his wife Kristin own Switchyard Brewing Company in downtown Bloomington. With a mission of being a catalyst for positive change within their community, Switchyard employees 45 and has grown to distributing beer across Indiana. Started in their two-car garage, Kurtis would home-brew beer on his days off from the ambulance and share it with friends and family. After five years of bootstrapping, Switchyard opened its doors in May of 2017.
Kurtis and his wife Kristin own Switchyard Brewing Company in downtown Bloomington. With a mission of being a catalyst for positive change within their community, Switchyard employees 45 and has grown to distributing beer across Indiana. Started in their two-car garage, Kurtis would home-brew beer on his days off from the ambulance and share it with friends and family. After five years of bootstrapping, Switchyard opened its doors in May of 2017.
State House District 60
House District 60 consists of portions of Morgan and Monroe counties. (click here for a district map).
Peggy Mayfield (R)
Peggy Mayfield was elected to the Indiana House of Representatives in 2012, serving District 60, which includes portions of Morgan and Monroe counties. She is vice chair of the House Public Policy Commission and serves on the House Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee and the House Committee on Ways and Means Committee, which is tasked with drafting the state's biennial budget. She is also appointed to serve on the Indiana Commission for Women and the Indiana Commission for Hispanic and Latino Affairs. Mayfield’s legislative efforts span a variety of subjects. She has earned awards for her work on bills in areas of education, economic development, veterans' issues, law enforcement and protection of the unborn.
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