It's time government works for every Hoosier

The members of the Indiana House Democratic Caucus were elected by the citizens of the districts they live in to fulfill a two-year term in the Indiana House of Representatives. These representatives advocate at the Indiana Statehouse on behalf of their constituents and work to improve the lives of all Hoosiers.

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We have a growing number of diverse voices in the Indiana House Democratic Caucus, and I intend to use their skills to provide a vision of how government can work for the people of Indiana. We will begin to articulate that vision in the 2019 Legislative Session.

Leader Phil GiaQuinta, Indiana House Democratic Caucus
Members of the Indiana House Democratic Caucus

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Terri Austin
Anderson, IN
House District 36
John L. Bartlett
Indianapolis, IN
House District 95
B. Patrick Bauer
South Bend, IN
House District 6
Lisa Beck
Hebron, IN
House District 19
Pat Boy
Michigan City, IN
House District 9
Chris Campbell
West Lafayette, IN
House District 26
Chris Chyung
Dyer, IN
House District 15
Ed DeLaney
Indianapolis, IN
House District 86
Ryan Dvorak
South Bend, IN
House District 8
Sue Errington
Muncie, IN
House District 34
Rita Fleming
Jeffersonville, IN
House District 71
Dan Forestal
Indianapolis, IN
House District 100
Phil GiaQuinta
Fort Wayne, IN
House District 80
Terry Goodin
Austin, IN
House District 66
Carey Hamilton
Indianapolis, IN
House District 87
Earl L. Harris, Jr.
East Chicago, IN
House District 2
Ragen Hatcher
Gary, IN
House District 3
Ryan Hatfield
Evansville, IN
House District 77
Carolyn B. Jackson
Hammond, IN
House District 1
Sheila Klinker
Lafayette, IN
House District 27
Karlee Macer
Indianapolis, IN
House District 92
Justin Moed
Indianapolis, IN
House District 97
Chuck Moseley
Portage, IN
House District 10
Tonya Pfaff
Terre Haute, IN
House District 43
Matt Pierce
Bloomington, IN
House District 61
Gregory W. Porter
Indianapolis, IN
House District 96
Cherrish Pryor
Indianapolis, IN
House District 94
Mara Candelaria Reardon
Munster, IN
House District 12
Robin Shackleford
Indianapolis, IN
House District 98
Vernon G. Smith
Gary, IN
House District 14
Vanessa Summers
Indianapolis, IN
House District 99
Melanie Wright
Yorktown, IN
House District 35
Featured News
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Indiana House Democratic Caucus chooses GiaQuinta as its leader for 2019/2020 sessions
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GiaQuinta on governor’s agenda: nothing bold here…let’s see if his own party agrees
Rep. Pat Boy named to House elections, family and children committees
Hatfield receives House committee assignments

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Student Opportunities

Hoosiers from across the state are invited to take part in our unique student learning opportunities. Check out the descriptions below and click the links to learn more about our programs.

House Internship Program

College students and recent graduates of all ages are encouraged to apply for a full-time internship with the Indiana House Democratic Caucus.

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Student Page Program

This one-day learning opportunity gives children ages 13+ the chance to spend the day in Indiana's historic Statehouse during the legislative session.

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State Rep. Robin Shackleford, chair of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus (IBLC), and Senator Greg Taylor were recently interviewed on Radio One’s Community Connection show about the IBLC 2019 legislative agenda. State Rep. Robin Shackleford, chair of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus (IBLC), and Senator Greg Taylor were recently interviewed on Radio One’s Community Connection show about the IBLC 2019 legislative agenda.
Members of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus recently attended the National Black Caucus of State Legislators' Annual Legislative Conference. Each year, African American legislators, advocates, policy experts and community leaders attend the conference to discuss issues impacting African Americans and other marginalized communities. From left to right: Sen. Lonnie Randolph, Reps Robin Shackleford, Greg Porter, Cherrish Pryor, Earl Harris Jr., John Bartlett Members of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus recently attended the National Black Caucus of State Legislators' Annual Legislative Conference. Each year, African American legislators, advocates, policy experts and community leaders attend the conference to discuss issues impacting African Americans and other marginalized communities. From left to right: Sen. Lonnie Randolph, Reps Robin Shackleford, Greg Porter, Cherrish Pryor, Earl Harris Jr., John Bartlett
What a crowd! State Rep. Carey Hamilton of #Indianapolis and Sen. John Ruckelshaus had a great turnout at their bipartisan constituent forum. What a crowd! State Rep. Carey Hamilton of #Indianapolis and Sen. John Ruckelshaus had a great turnout at their bipartisan constituent forum.
X is for Roman Numeral X – a part of the #IndianaStatehouse #AtoZchallenge: The clock adorning the Statehouse balcony tells time with roman numerals. All eyes are on the clock on the last day of the Legislative Session, which, by law, must end at midnight. Rumor has it that former Speakers of the House have used a number of tricks to stop the clock: cutting power to it, declaring a different time zone and even winding back the hands of the clock with a belt. X is for Roman Numeral X – a part of the #IndianaStatehouse #AtoZchallenge: The clock adorning the Statehouse balcony tells time with roman numerals. All eyes are on the clock on the last day of the Legislative Session, which, by law, must end at midnight. Rumor has it that former Speakers of the House have used a number of tricks to stop the clock: cutting power to it, declaring a different time zone and even winding back the hands of the clock with a belt.
State Rep. Greg Porter (left), president of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators, recently presented former New York City Mayor David Dinkins with the Living Legend Award during the organization's 42nd annual legislative conference. State Rep. Greg Porter (left), president of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators, recently presented former New York City Mayor David Dinkins with the Living Legend Award during the organization's 42nd annual legislative conference.
State Rep. Sheila Klinker of Lafayette recently presented Tree Lafayette with a proclamation in honor of their 25 year anniversary. The nonprofit works to promote a healthy community by providing education, leadership, and inspiration in planting and caring for trees. State Rep. Sheila Klinker of Lafayette recently presented Tree Lafayette with a proclamation in honor of their 25 year anniversary. The nonprofit works to promote a healthy community by providing education, leadership, and inspiration in planting and caring for trees.
Today, State Reps Chris Campbell of West Lafayette (right) and Rita Fleming of Jeffersonville (left) were sworn into office during the Organization Day proceedings. They are two of eight new members joining the Indiana House Democratic Caucus. Today, State Reps Chris Campbell of West Lafayette (right) and Rita Fleming of Jeffersonville (left) were sworn into office during the Organization Day proceedings. They are two of eight new members joining the Indiana House Democratic Caucus.
#IHDC Rep. Ryan Hatfield of Evansville recently attended a listening event hosted by the Indiana Philanthropy Alliance. The goal of the nonprofit is to support and connect members as they work to transform Indiana through philanthropy. #IHDC Rep. Ryan Hatfield of Evansville recently attended a listening event hosted by the Indiana Philanthropy Alliance. The goal of the nonprofit is to support and connect members as they work to transform Indiana through philanthropy.
W is for winter – a part of the #IndianaStatehouse #AtoZchallenge: Trudging through the snow to get to the Statehouse is not fun but… it is pretty. W is for winter – a part of the #IndianaStatehouse #AtoZchallenge: Trudging through the snow to get to the Statehouse is not fun but… it is pretty.
Welcome to our newly elected members of the Indiana House Democratic Caucus! They are attending orientation today to learn the ropes before session begins in early January. From left to right: Reps Rita Fleming (D-Jeffersonville), Tonya Pfaff (D-Terre Haute), Regan Hatcher (D-Gary), Chris Chyung (D-Dyer), Chris Campbell (D-West Lafayette), Pat Boy (D-Michigan City), Lisa Beck (D-Crown Point) and Carolyn Jackson (D-Hammond) Welcome to our newly elected members of the Indiana House Democratic Caucus! They are attending orientation today to learn the ropes before session begins in early January. From left to right: Reps Rita Fleming (D-Jeffersonville), Tonya Pfaff (D-Terre Haute), Regan Hatcher (D-Gary), Chris Chyung (D-Dyer), Chris Campbell (D-West Lafayette), Pat Boy (D-Michigan City), Lisa Beck (D-Crown Point) and Carolyn Jackson (D-Hammond)
State Reps Sheila Klinker of Lafayette (right) and Chris Campbell of West Lafayette (left) recently attended a Veterans Day event at Friendship House Communities, a facility focused on providing seniors and mobility impaired individuals with high quality housing. State Reps Sheila Klinker of Lafayette (right) and Chris Campbell of West Lafayette (left) recently attended a Veterans Day event at Friendship House Communities, a facility focused on providing seniors and mobility impaired individuals with high quality housing.
Yesterday evening, State Reps Ed DeLaney and @careyhamilton held an open forum to answer constituent questions and discuss the issues impacting their communities. Yesterday evening, State Reps Ed DeLaney and @careyhamilton held an open forum to answer constituent questions and discuss the issues impacting their communities.
V is for vote – a part of the #IndianaStatehouse #AtoZchallenge: When members of the Indiana House of Representatives cast a vote on a bill, it appears on the chamber’s voting board. On the top you can see the old voting board, on the bottom is the new digital voting board which was installed in 2013. V is for vote – a part of the #IndianaStatehouse #AtoZchallenge: When members of the Indiana House of Representatives cast a vote on a bill, it appears on the chamber’s voting board. On the top you can see the old voting board, on the bottom is the new digital voting board which was installed in 2013.
Yesterday, State Rep. Robin Shackleford of #Indianapolis met with a group of students from the @iupui master of social work program. She answered questions about her public health bills, how she produces bill ideas, and how students can effectively advocate for issues that are important to them. Yesterday, State Rep. Robin Shackleford of #Indianapolis met with a group of students from the @iupui master of social work program. She answered questions about her public health bills, how she produces bill ideas, and how students can effectively advocate for issues that are important to them.
State Rep. Carey Hamilton was interviewed earlier today by @rtv6 about health and public safety issues that impact Hoosier families. @careyhamilton State Rep. Carey Hamilton was interviewed earlier today by @rtv6 about health and public safety issues that impact Hoosier families. @careyhamilton
Student leaders from Purdue University recently met with State Rep. Sheila Klinker of #Lafayette to discuss education and mental health services. The students run a program called SKY at Purdue that works to address mental health challenges by teaching students about ways to cope with stress. Student leaders from Purdue University recently met with State Rep. Sheila Klinker of #Lafayette to discuss education and mental health services. The students run a program called SKY at Purdue that works to address mental health challenges by teaching students about ways to cope with stress.
State Rep. Linda Lawson of Hammond was recently presented a Community Service Award from the Hammond, IN Branch of the NAACP for her work in the legislature and service to the community. State Rep. Linda Lawson of Hammond was recently presented a Community Service Award from the Hammond, IN Branch of the NAACP for her work in the legislature and service to the community.
U is for underground – a part of the #IndianaStatehouse #AtoZchallenge: This brick-lined tunnel is located at the north end of the Statehouse basement. The ramped entrance once may have permitted horses or carriages to enter the building. The image at the bottom shows what the entrance looked like when the tunnel was in use. U is for underground – a part of the #IndianaStatehouse #AtoZchallenge: This brick-lined tunnel is located at the north end of the Statehouse basement. The ramped entrance once may have permitted horses or carriages to enter the building. The image at the bottom shows what the entrance looked like when the tunnel was in use.
Today, State Representatives Earl Harris Jr. of East Chicago and John Bartlett of Indianapolis served on the Interim Study Committee on Commerce and Economic Development. During these interim study committees, representatives listen to testimony and ask question to learn more about the issues impacting the Hoosier state. Today, State Representatives Earl Harris Jr. of East Chicago and John Bartlett of Indianapolis served on the Interim Study Committee on Commerce and Economic Development. During these interim study committees, representatives listen to testimony and ask question to learn more about the issues impacting the Hoosier state.
T is for tours – a part of the #IndianaStatehouse #AtoZchallenge: Interested in learning the history of the Statehouse? Take a tour with the @instatehousetouroffice, located on the second floor. T is for tours – a part of the #IndianaStatehouse #AtoZchallenge: Interested in learning the history of the Statehouse? Take a tour with the @instatehousetouroffice, located on the second floor.