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State Senator, District 25

Qualifications: To be eligible to run for state senate, a person must:Be registered to vote in the election district the person seeks to representBe a United States citizen at the time of electionHave resided in the state for at least two years and in the senate district for at least one yearBe at least 25 years old upon taking officeTerm Limits: Four-year term. No term limits.Duties: Legislative authority and responsibilities of the Indiana State Senate include:Passing bills on public policy mattersSetting levels for state spendingRaising and lowering taxesVoting to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoesEstimated Current State Senator Salary: base pay of $33,032.24 plus per diem equates to approximately $70,000.00

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    Katherine V. Callahan
    (Rep)

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    Mike Gaskill
    (Rep)

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What specific policies would you support to lower the cost of living in Indiana—such as property taxes, housing costs, and utility bills—and how would those policies affect funding for schools and local services?

What role should the state play in making healthcare more affordable?

How should Indiana balance funding between traditional public schools, charter schools, and voucher programs, and what changes would you make to improve student outcomes?

What policies do you believe would most effectively improve public safety in Indiana, and how should lawmakers balance enforcement, civil liberties, and community trust?

How should Indiana pursue economic growth—such as attracting tech companies or data centers—and what policies should guide the state’s approach to energy costs and environmental impacts?

If you could pass only one major piece of legislation during your first term in the Indiana General Assembly, what would it be, and how would you pay for it or implement it?

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