Cory Criswell

As the weather starts to warm and you begin to think about summer plans, I encourage you to consider volunteering in the community. Volunteer work is a valuable way to give back, meet new people and strengthen our neighborhoods.

STATEHOUSE (March 26, 2025) – Henry County native Emma Smith is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and his fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2025 legislative session.

The Indiana General Assembly is in the second half of this year's legislative session. This means the House of Representatives will now review and consider bills that have passed the Senate, while the Senate will do the same for House legislation.

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded Henry County $1.5 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to Henry County legislators.

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded local communities over $3.1 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to Hancock County legislators.

As the Indiana General Assembly meets to consider policies that shape our state, we also have an opportunity to make a direct impact on those who served our country. This session, we are partnering with Helping Veterans and Families of Indiana (HVAF) to host an essentials drive for homeless and at-risk veterans, ensuring they have access to basic items they need to rebuild their lives.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 13, 2025) – The Indiana House approved State Rep. Cory Criswell's (R-Middletown) legislation to ensure greater accessibility at school extracurricular activities or events, including athletic events, by requiring that a cash payment option be available to attendees starting in July 2025.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 24, 2025) – State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) authored legislation to ensure greater accessibility at school extracurricular activities or events, including athletic events, by requiring that a cash payment option be available to attendees starting in July 2025.

As 2025 begins, so does Indiana's legislative session. Through the end of April, state representatives and senators will meet at the Statehouse to examine important issues impacting Hoosiers and pass the state's next two-year budget.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 14, 2025) – State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) was recently appointed to serve as a member of the House Ways and Means Committee.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 9, 2025) – Applications are live for the Indiana House Page Program during the 2025 legislative session at the Statehouse in Indianapolis, according to Hancock County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 9, 2025) – Applications are live for the Indiana House Page Program during the 2025 legislative session at the Statehouse in Indianapolis, according to Henry County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 6, 2025) – Applications are live for the Indiana House Page Program during the 2025 legislative session at the Statehouse in Indianapolis, according to State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville).

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 23, 2024) – With the next legislative session quickly approaching, local lawmakers encourage Hoosiers to take their online surveys and offer feedback on important issues.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 20, 2024) – With the next legislative session quickly approaching, local lawmakers encourage Hoosiers to take their online surveys and offer feedback on important issues.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 20, 2024) – With the next legislative session quickly approaching, State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) encourage Hoosiers to take their online surveys and offer feedback on important issues.

With the next legislative session quickly approaching, local lawmakers encourage Hoosiers to take their online surveys and offer feedback on important issues.

Shelby County legislators recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 13, 2024) – State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 13, 2024) – Hancock County legislators recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 13, 2024) – Henry County legislators recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

Recently, I joined students from Shenandoah Middle School at the Statehouse for the Nextech CSforGood Showcase. Student teams from elementary, middle and high schools across the state were invited to show off their computer science skills by submitting a technology project.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – Hancock County lawmakers said local communities will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of recently released state funding.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) said local communities will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of recently released state funding.

Shelby County lawmakers said local communities will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of recently released state funding.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 30, 2024) – Nominations are now being accepted for the state's first-ever award recognizing Hoosier first responders who are killed or seriously injured in an act of public service, thanks to legislation supported by local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 24, 2024) – The Oct. 31 deadline to apply for an Indiana House Republican internship during the 2025 legislative session is fast approaching, according to area lawmakers. 

According to the FBI's Internet Crime Report, Indiana reported over 11,000 cybercrime incidents in 2023, resulting in millions of dollars in losses. The report also shows that in 2023, the Internet Crime Complaint Center received a record number of complaints from the American public. More than 800,000 complaints were registered with potential losses exceeding $12 billion. This data highlights the increasing need to address cyber threats, scams and more.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 10, 2024) – The Oct. 31 deadline to apply for an Indiana House Republican internship during the 2025 legislative session is fast approaching, according to area lawmakers. 

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 10, 2024) – The Oct. 31 deadline to apply for an Indiana House Republican internship during the 2025 legislative session is fast approaching, according to State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville).

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 19, 2024) – Hancock County schools recently received more than $302,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.

Our country was founded on the principles of democracy, and it's our job to keep that system strong. Voting is essential to ensure our government remains effective. Planning ahead guarantees you are fully prepared and informed about the voting process. For Hoosiers, IndianaVoters.com is a trusted resource that simplifies this process. Whether you need to check your registration status, locate your polling place or learn about candidates, this website has all the information to make voting straightforward and hassle-free.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 17, 2024) – Rush County schools received $81,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville).

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 9, 2024) – Henry County schools recently received more than $241,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 29, 2024) – Applications to intern with Indiana House Republicans for the 2025 legislative session are now open, according to area lawmakers. 

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 27, 2024) – Applications to intern with Indiana House Republicans for the 2025 legislative session are now open, according to area lawmakers. 

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 27, 2024) – Applications to intern with Indiana House Republicans for the 2025 legislative session are now open, according to State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville). 

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 19, 2024) – Indiana recently honored local farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg). 

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 16, 2024) – Gov. Eric Holcomb recently ceremonially signed into law legislation co-authored by State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) supporting school safety, student mental health and school resource officers.

As a former educator, I know it's becoming more common for Hoosier high school students to look for training options and careers outside of obtaining a traditional college degree. So how do we make sure they're prepared for the next steps after graduation? Indiana now offers opportunities for these students to obtain real world experiences while still in school with the help of a Career Scholarship Account.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 6, 2024) – Hancock County lawmakers encourage families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the Sept. 1 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (July 31, 2024) – State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) encourage families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the Sept. 1 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (July 31, 2024) – Henry County lawmakers encourage families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the Sept. 1 deadline.

According to the U.S. Fire Administration, 94 firefighters died while on duty last year. This included 38 career firefighters, 49 volunteer firefighters, and 7 wildland firefighters. This alarming information highlights the danger our professional and volunteer firefighters routinely face on the job. Fortunately, Indiana is stepping up to make sure the men and women in our fire service receive improved training and equipment.

STATEHOUSE (July 11, 2024) – Local lawmakers recently received appointments to serve on interim study committees, which will meet throughout the summer and fall to explore policy issues and work together to identify solutions.

STATEHOUSE (July 10, 2024) – State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) recently received appointments to serve on interim study committees, which will meet throughout the summer and fall to explore policy issues and work together to identify solutions.

STATEHOUSE (July 10, 2024) – Henry County legislators recently received appointments to serve on interim study committees, which will meet throughout the summer and fall to explore policy issues and work together to identify solutions.

STATEHOUSE (July 3, 2024) – Results of a new study by the Indiana State Department of Agriculture found that the state lost nearly 2% or 345,682 acres of farmland between 2010 and 2022 primarily due to residential home building around cities and suburban areas, according to State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown).

STATEHOUSE (June 28, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, local lawmakers want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws taking effect July 1.

STATEHOUSE (June 28, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, local lawmakers want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws taking effect July 1.

STATEHOUSE (June 28, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws taking effect July 1.

STATEHOUSE (June 28, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, local lawmakers want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws taking effect July 1.

Indiana is deeply committed to supporting the brave men and women who have served or are currently serving in the military. The state offers a wide range of assistance programs, including housing support, legal aid and other essential services. Numerous organizations across Indiana are dedicated to providing the resources and help needed to ensure that veterans and active service members receive the care and opportunities they deserve. Whether it's finding a place to call home, navigating legal challenges, or accessing various other forms of support, Indiana stands ready to assist those who have sacrificed so much for our country.

STATEHOUSE (May 29, 2024) – State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) recently presented a Sagamore of the Wabash award to Shenandoah Middle School science teacher Bill Gast in recognition of his outstanding involvement in the community.

STATEHOUSE (May 21, 2024) – Hancock County lawmakers encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

STATEHOUSE (May 21, 2024) – State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

STATEHOUSE (May 2, 2024) – A new public notification similar to Indiana's Amber Alert will soon help first responders locate missing and at-risk veterans thanks to efforts supported by State Reps. Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) and Cory Criswell (R-Middletown).

STATEHOUSE (April 30, 2024) – A new public notification similar to Indiana's Amber Alert will soon help first responders locate missing and at-risk veterans thanks to efforts supported by Hancock County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (April 26, 2024) – A new public notification similar to Indiana's Amber Alert will soon help first responders locate missing and at-risk veterans thanks to efforts supported by local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (April 24, 2024) – A new public notification similar to Indiana's Amber Alert will soon help first responders locate missing and at-risk veterans thanks to efforts supported by State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown), Robb Greene (R-Shelbyville) and Jennifer Meltzer (R-Shelbyville).

STATEHOUSE (April 12, 2024) – East Central Indiana will receive $35 million as part of a state-led effort to support local quality of place and quality of life initiatives, according to area legislators.

STATEHOUSE (April 12, 2024) – Central Indiana will receive $45 million as part of a state-led effort to support local quality of place and quality of life initiatives, according to area legislators.

Shelby County and Shelbyville can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by local legislators.

STATEHOUSE (April 10, 2024) – Rush County communities can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville).

STATEHOUSE (April 10, 2024) – Henry County communities can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by local legislators.

STATEHOUSE (April 10, 2024) – Hancock County and local communities can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by local legislators.

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, approximately 43.4 million acres of U.S. farmland and 438,000 acres of Indiana farmland are held by foreign adversaries as of 2022. These numbers continue to grow and that's why I supported a new law to protect this critical asset and food resource.

STATEHOUSE (March 15, 2024) – According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, veterans are more likely to die by suicide after going missing, and, unfortunately, Indiana's veteran suicide rate is higher than the national average. In 2021, nearly 140 Hoosier veterans died by suicide and over 6,000 nationwide.

STATEHOUSE (March 14, 2024) – State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2024 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 21, 2024) – Henry County native Ben Scott Loveless is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and his fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2024 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 21, 2024) – Rush County native Cassidy Tellas is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and his fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2024 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 5, 2024) – The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced a bill to expand work-based learning access in Indiana, according to Hancock County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 31, 2024) – Legislation providing a 13th check to retired public employees is now one step closer to becoming law after the Indiana House of Representatives unanimously approved the measure, according to Henry County legislators.

A new semester is underway and many graduating seniors are preparing for their next chapters. It's an exciting time as they prepare to enter adulthood and continue their education or start their careers. While some may go on to college to further their education, many students are looking to skill up and land an in-demand job. That's why the General Assembly is considering legislation to expand access to work-based learning for Hoosier students.

STATEHOUSE (Jan 9, 2024) – Henry County legislators invite Hoosier students to sign up and experience a day serving as a House page at the Indiana Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session. 

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 13, 2023) – New Castle Community School Corp. recently received over $358,000 in federal grant through the School Violence Prevention Program money to boost school safety efforts, according to State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown).

Local students in our community can explore the Statehouse, meet their representative and learn about the legislative process as a House page during the upcoming 2024 session. Last year, I was lucky to be able to spend time with pages and I encourage more students to apply to this program with the Indiana House of Representatives.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 7, 2023) – With Indiana's lawmakers set to return to the Statehouse on Jan. 8 for the start of the 2024 legislative session, Shelby County legislators released online surveys to gather constituents' feedback on important issues.

Cold weather is coming and winter is right around the corner, which means many families are turning up the heat in their homes. For Hoosiers who are already struggling to pay for utilities, they may be disconnected or fear disconnection from their energy provider. Thankfully, Indiana's Energy Assistance Program can help ease the burden for low-income Hoosiers.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 6, 2023) – State funding totaling just over $544,000 is in route to Hancock County to help make local infrastructure improvements, according to area legislators.

Significant state funding is in route to local communities to help complete road and bridge projects, according to area legislators.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 3, 2023) – State funding totaling just over $49,000 is in route to Cadiz to help make local infrastructure improvements, according to State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown).

As the Nov. 7 election approaches, area legislators encourage Hoosier voters to submit election-related questions or report issues using the state's new text hotline.

Shelby County lawmakers encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for an internship at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 26, 2023) – Hancock County lawmakers encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for an internship at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 19, 2023) – Henry County encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for an internship at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

Agriculture is a major industry in our state, with nearly 57,000 farm operations across Indiana. Each fall, these farmers are hard at work harvesting their crops, and drivers are more likely to encounter heavy farm equipment on our roadways. Please remember to slow down, share the road and stay safe this harvest season.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 4, 2023) – Henry County legislators encourage Hoosier voters to register or check their voting status by the Oct. 10 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 27, 2023) – State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) recently presented a Circle of Corydon award to the family of well-known local funeral director and pastor George Myron "Marty" Ballard Jr., who passed away in February.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 26, 2023) – Local lawmakers encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials outside the classroom to apply for the state's newly launched Career Scholarship Account program.

As students return to college campuses across the state, there are opportunities to learn both in and out of the classroom. One of the best ways to gain valuable work experience is an internship, and I encourage Hoosier students to consider applying for a spot with the Indiana House of Representatives.  

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 31, 2023) – Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 30, 2023) – Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 17, 2023) – Henry County farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years were recently honored with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and State Sen. Jeff Raatz (R-Richmond).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 17, 2023) – The Richardson Farm in Rush County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for being in operation since 1922, according to State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg).

As a freshman lawmaker, this year's budget-writing session was an exciting time for me to put my conservative fiscal principles into practice and find ways to provide tax relief to Hoosiers. Thanks to Indiana's strong economic outlook and track record of living within its means, we were able to fund important services, pay down our already low debt and maintain reserves, all while making sure Hoosiers kept more of their hard-earned money. I'm happy to report that Indiana's new state budget delivers big wins for hardworking Hoosiers, our active-duty military and parents.

STATEHOUSE (July 24, 2023) – Area legislators recently received interim study committee appointments and will take a deep dive into issues facing Hoosiers as they prepare for the next legislative session in January.

STATEHOUSE (July 24, 2023) – Area legislators recently received interim study committee appointments and will take a deep dive into issues facing Hoosiers as they prepare for the next legislative session in January.

STATEHOUSE (July 24, 2023) – Area legislators recently received interim study committee appointments and will take a deep dive into issues facing Hoosiers as they prepare for the next legislative session in January.

STATEHOUSE (July 6, 2023) – New state laws supporting Hoosiers and backed by local lawmakers during the 2023 legislative session are now in effect.

STATEHOUSE (July 6, 2023) – New state laws supporting Hoosiers and backed by local lawmakers during the 2023 legislative session are now in effect.

STATEHOUSE (June 12, 2023) – Hoosier military members are set to receive much-needed tax relief thanks to a new law supported by local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (April 27, 2023) – State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2023 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (April 13, 2023) – Local communities are set to receive over $2.1 million to complete much-needed road projects, according to area legislators.

STATEHOUSE (April 14, 2023) – Carthage is set to receive $78,356 to complete much-needed road projects, according to State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville).

STATEHOUSE (April 14, 2023) – Local communities are set to receive over $1.2 million to complete much-needed road projects, according to area legislators.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 15, 2023) – The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation supported by Henry County lawmakers that would phase-in a complete state income-tax exemption for military pay earned by active-duty members. 

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 31, 2023) — State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) co-authored legislation that would require Indiana high school students to complete a financial literacy course before graduating. 

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 23, 2023) – The Indiana House of Representatives today advanced a bill co-authored by State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) calling on truckers to help drive out human trafficking throughout the state.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 18, 2023) – Henry County lawmakers invite local students to spend a day serving as a House page at the Indiana Statehouse during the 2023 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 14, 2022) – Area lawmakers recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

Rush county's newly elected state representatives recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 12, 2022) – Shelby County's newly elected state representatives recently received appointments to serve on key House committees.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 9, 2022) – More than $2.7 million is headed to Hancock County communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to area lawmakers.

Over $700,000 is headed to local communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville).

Over $1.3 million is headed to local communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 6, 2022) – Nearly $300,000 is headed to Henry County communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to area legislators.

Cory Criswell of Middletown and Lindsay Patterson of Brookville took the oath of office today to become state representatives and serve portions of Rush County.

Robb Greene and Jennifer Meltzer, both of Shelbyville, and Cory Criswell of Middletown took the oath of office yesterday to become local state representatives serving portions of Shelby County.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 22, 2022) – Cory Criswell of Middletown took the oath of office today to serve as state representative for House District 54.