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Ford to chair Senate Committee on Elections

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Contact: Lance Gideon, Press Secretary
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Ford to chair Senate Committee on Elections

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 8, 2022) — State Sen. Jon Ford (R-Terre Haute) has been reappointed by Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) to serve as chair of the Senate Committee on Elections for the 123rd Indiana General Assembly.

He will also serve as the ranking member of the Senate Committee on Family and Children Services, and serve as a member of the Senate Committees on Appropriations and Public Policy.

"It is a privilege to serve as chair of the Senate Committee on Elections," Ford said. "I believe the election process is a cornerstone of American democracy and, having served as chair of the committee since 2021, I believe my experience will help guide lawmakers to craft legislation that keeps our elections fair and transparent."

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 2023 legislative session ceremonially began with Organization Day on Nov. 22. The Senate is scheduled to reconvene for session Jan. 9.

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State Sen. Jon Ford (R-Terre Haute) represents Senate District 38,

which includes Vigo and Clay counties and a portion of Sullivan county.

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