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Carrasco to chair Senate Committee on Judiciary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 12, 2026) – State Sen. Cyndi Carrasco (R-Indianapolis) has been appointed by Senate President Pro Tem-elect Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) to serve as chair of the Senate Committee on Judiciary for the 125th Indiana General Assembly.

"I am honored to continue serving as chair of the Senate Committee on Judiciary," Carrasco said. "Last session, the committee passed several important pieces of legislation, including addressing homelessness, which I authored, and the security of Indiana's courts. I look forward to continuing the committee's efforts to help maintain public safety and a sound judicial system."

Beyond her role as chair, Carrasco will also serve on the Senate Republican leadership team as an Assistant Majority Caucus Chair.

Committee hearings can be viewed online by visiting iga.in.gov. Legislative calendars, agendas, vote tallies and proposed legislation can also be found on this site.

The 2027 legislative session will begin with Organization Day on Nov. 17, the ceremonial start of the legislative session.

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State Sen. Cyndi Carrasco (R-Indianapolis) will represent Senate District 36,
which includes portions of Johnson and Marion counties.
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Contact: Bradley Kelley, Press Secretary
Bradley.Kelley@iga.in.gov
317-234-3560