Elizabeth Rowray

Elizabeth Rowray

Assistant Majority Floor Leader | District 35

Phone: 317-232-9748

Phone: 1-800-382-9841

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For assistance, please email H35@iga.in.gov or call 317-232-9748.

Indiana House of Representatives: 2020-Present

House District 35: Portions of Delaware and Madison counties.

Committees:

  • Commerce, Small Business and Economic Development
  • Family, Children and Human Affairs
  • Ways and Means

Address: 200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204

Telephone:

  • (317) 232-9600 Direct Line
  • (800) 382-9841 Toll Free

Hometown: Yorktown

Occupation:
Non-profit Consulting

Education:

  • Ball State University, B.S.
  • Muncie Burris High School

 Biography:

State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray was elected to serve House District 35 in 2020. Born and raised in Delaware County, she graduated from Muncie Burris High School before attending Ball State University.

After working as a legislative director for former U.S. Congressman Mark Souder of Indiana in Washington, D.C., Rowray worked at the Muncie-Delaware County Economic Development Alliance and served as a Yorktown school board member. She now consults in the non-profit sector.

Rowray lives in Yorktown with her husband and three children.

House District 35 includes portions of Delaware and Madison counties in east central Indiana. To find or verify your House District, click here.


Delaware County legislators: Legislation delivering robust property tax relief and reform to Hoosiers signed into law

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, April 17, 2025

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

Rep. Rowray sponsors bill to promote economic growth in Alexandria

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Wednesday, April 9, 2025

STATEHOUSE (April 9, 2025) – State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) sponsored a Senate bill aimed at fostering growth and economic development in the city of Alexandria in Madison County.

Rep. Rowray sponsors bill to help resolve shortage of child welfare workers

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, April 3, 2025

STATEHOUSE (April 3, 2025) – State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) sponsored a Senate bill to help resolve the current shortage of child services workers within the Indiana Department of Child Services in order to better serve at-risk youth.

Rep. Rowray's bill to expand child care assistance for foster families heads to governor

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Tuesday, March 25, 2025

STATEHOUSE (March 25, 2025) – Legislation authored by State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) to expand eligibility for the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) program, offering additional support for foster families. was recently approved by the Senate.

Madison County lawmakers: New road funding heads to local communities

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber & Abrahm Hurt  | Thursday, March 6, 2025

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded local communities over $4.1 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to Madison County legislators.

Reps. Prescott, Rowray: New road funding heads to local communities

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, March 6, 2025

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded Delaware County $680,715 in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

State Rep. Rowray's legislation to expand child care assistance for foster families heads to Senate

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, February 20, 2025

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 20, 2025) – The Indiana House passed State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray's (R-Yorktown) legislation to expand eligibility for the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) program and offer additional support for foster families.

State Rep. Rowray introduces legislation to expand child care assistance for foster families

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Wednesday, January 29, 2025

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 29, 2025) – State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) introduced legislation that would expand eligibility for the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) program, offering additional support for foster families.

Madison County legislators encourage students to page during 2025 legislative session at Statehouse

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber & Abrahm Hurt  | Friday, January 10, 2025

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 10, 2025) – Applications are live for the Indiana House Page Program during the 2025 legislative session at the Statehouse in Indianapolis, according to Madison County lawmakers.

Reps. Prescott, Rowray encourage students to page during 2025 legislative session at Statehouse

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Monday, January 6, 2025

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. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

Madison County lawmakers: Hoosiers can now take legislative survey ahead of the 2025 session

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber and Abrahm Hurt  | Monday, December 23, 2024

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.

Reps. Prescott, Rowray: Hoosiers can now take legislative survey ahead of the 2025 session

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Friday, December 20, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 20, 2024) – With the next legislative session quickly approaching, State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) encourage Hoosiers to take their online surveys and offer feedback on important issues.

Madison County lawmakers to serve on key House committees

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber and Abrahm Hurt  | Friday, December 13, 2024

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

Reps. Prescott, Rowray to serve on key House committees

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Friday, December 13, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 13, 2024) – State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

Rep. Rowray presents Muncie native Kelly Stanley with Sagamore of the Wabash

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Wednesday, November 20, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 20, 2024)  State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) recently presented a Sagamore of the Wabash to Kelly Stanley at the Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce 130th Annual Meeting & Dinner.

Prescott, Rowray: State funding hits the road for local infrastructure improvements

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, November 7, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) said local communities will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of recently released state funding.

Madison County lawmakers: State funding hits the road for local infrastructure improvements

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber & Abrahm Hurt  | Thursday, November 7, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – Madison 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.

Madison County legislators: Paid Statehouse internship applications closing soon

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber and Abrahm Hurt  | Thursday, October 24, 2024

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. 

Prescott, Rowray: Paid Statehouse internship applications closing soon

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, October 10, 2024

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. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). 

Reps. Prescott, Rowray: Hoosiers can use new online tool to compare health care prices, quality

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Monday, September 30, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 30, 2024) State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) encourage Hoosiers to take advantage of a new state website to compare health care prices and quality.

Madison County legislators: Local schools receive state funding boost for safety upgrades

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Monday, September 23, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 23, 2024) – Madison County schools received more than $392,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.

Madison County legislators: Applications now open for 2025 Statehouse internships

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, August 29, 2024

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

Rowray, Prescott: Applications now open for 2025 Statehouse internships

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, August 29, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 29, 2024) – Applications to intern with Indiana House Republicans for the 2025 legislative session are now open, according to State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City).

State presents Madison County farms with Hoosier Homestead awards

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Monday, August 19, 2024

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 area legislators.

Madison County legislators: Students with disabilities can apply for Education Scholarship Account

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Tuesday, August 6, 2024

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

Reps. Prescott, Rowray: Students with disabilities can apply for Education Scholarship Account

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Monday, July 29, 2024

STATEHOUSE (July 29, 2024) – State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) encourage families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the Sept. 1 deadline.

Madison County legislators receive summer study committee appointments

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber and Abrahm Hurt  | Wednesday, July 17, 2024

STATEHOUSE (July 17, 2024) – Madison 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.

Madison County legislators highlight new laws now in effect

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Wednesday, July 3, 2024

STATEHOUSE (July 3, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, local lawmakers want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws that took effect this week.

Prescott and Rowray highlight new laws effective July 1

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Friday, June 28, 2024

STATEHOUSE (June 28, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws taking effect July 1.

Delaware County legislators: Indiana provides new safety equipment to local volunteer firefighters

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, May 30, 2024

STATEHOUSE (May 30, 2024) – The Liberty Township Volunteer Firefighter Department and Eaton Volunteer Fire Department recently received new personal protective equipment thanks to a $10 million statewide investment supported by local legislators.

Madison County lawmakers: Students can now apply for $5k work-based learning scholarships

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Wednesday, May 22, 2024

STATEHOUSE (May 22, 2024) – Madison County lawmakers encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

Delaware County lawmakers: Students can now apply for $5K work-based learning scholarships

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Tuesday, May 21, 2024

STATEHOUSE (May 21, 2024) – State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

Madison County: New Green Alert will help find missing, at-risk veterans

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber and Abrahm Hurt  | Tuesday, April 30, 2024

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 local legislators.

Prescott, Rowray: New Green Alert will help find missing, at-risk veterans

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Friday, April 26, 2024

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 State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

State greenlights nearly $104M for improvements at Ball State University

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Friday, April 19, 2024

STATEHOUSE (April 19, 2024) – Ball State University can take off with its plans to make much-needed improvements and expansions at the Muncie campus with the help of nearly $104 million in new investments, according to local lawmakers.

Madison County lawmakers: $45 million in route to Central Indiana as part of READI 2.0

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Monday, April 15, 2024

STATEHOUSE (April 15, 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.

Reps. Prescott, Rowray: $35 million in route to East Central Indiana as part of READI 2.0

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Friday, April 12, 2024

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 State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

Reps. Prescott, Rowray: Delaware County receives state funding to roll ahead on road projects

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, April 11, 2024

STATEHOUSE (April 11, 2024) – Delaware County communities can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

Madison County lawmakers: Local communities receive state funding to roll ahead on road projects

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber and Abrahm Hurt  | Thursday, April 11, 2024

STATEHOUSE (April 11, 2024) – Madison County and local communities can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by local legislators.

Prescott, Rowray respond to reports of injuries, severe damage from Thursday's storms

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Monday, March 18, 2024

STATEHOUSE (March 15, 2024) – "I'm saddened to hear the reports of injuries and damage in our community from the severe storm last night. I'm praying for the individuals who were hurt, and those whose homes and businesses are damaged. My sincere thanks go out to the men and women on the front lines who are helping with this situation, from our local first responders to Indiana's Task Force 1 and the Indiana State Police. I'll continue to monitor the situation and help share updates on resources as they become available," said State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City).

Rep. Rowray: Delaware County native gains experience interning at Statehouse

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, February 22, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 22, 2024) – Delaware County native Natalie Moulton is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and her fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2024 legislative session.

Rowray, Prescott respond to Gov. Holcomb deploying Indiana National Guard for Texas border security mission

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Monday, February 12, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 9, 2024) – "The growing crisis at our nation's southern border is the direct result of failed and irresponsible leadership coming out of Washington, D.C.. Now states are joining forces to do what the federal government won't – and that's addressing this national security threat. I fully support Governor Holcomb's decision to send our guardsmen to help provide some aid to Texas as they bear the brunt of this crisis. This is an issue that effects all of us, and I'm proud Indiana is moving forward to make a difference not just for Texans but for Hoosiers," said State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

Madison County lawmakers: Bill to expand work-based learning advances

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Wednesday, January 31, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 31, 2024) – The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced a bill to expand work-based learning access in Indiana, according to Madison County lawmakers.

Delaware County legislators: House unanimously approves 13th check for state's public retirees

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, January 23, 2024

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 23, 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 State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

Delaware County lawmakers encourage constituents to take 2024 issue survey

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, December 7, 2023

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, State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown)released online surveys to gather constituents' feedback on important issues.

State Reps. Rowray, Prescott: State dollars in route to local communities for road projects

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Monday, November 6, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 6, 2023) – Significant state funding is in route to local communities to help complete road and bridge projects, according to State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City).

Madison County lawmakers: State dollars in route to local communities for road projects

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Monday, November 6, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 6, 2023) – Significant state funding is in route to local communities to help complete road and bridge projects, according to area legislators.

Delaware County legislators: Don't miss Oct. 31 application deadline for paid Statehouse internship

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, October 26, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 26, 2023) – State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for an internship at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

Madison County legislators: Local schools receive state funding boost for safety upgrades

Posted by: Braden Dunlap and Abrahm Hurt  | Tuesday, October 17, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 17, 2023) – Many Madison County schools recently received more than $471,000 through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, according to area lawmakers.

Delaware County legislators: Local schools receive state funding boost for safety upgrades

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Monday, October 16, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 16, 2023) – Many Delaware County schools recently received more than $677,000 through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, according to State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City). 

Delaware County lawmakers: New career scholarships can open doors for Hoosier high school students

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, September 14, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 14, 2023) – Delaware County lawmakers encourage local 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.

Madison County legislators seek Statehouse interns for 2024 session

Posted by: Braden Dunlap and Abrahm Hurt  | Wednesday, August 30, 2023

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

Delaware County legislators seek Statehouse interns for 2024 session

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Wednesday, August 30, 2023

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

State honors longstanding Madison County farms with Hoosier Homestead awards

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, August 17, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 17, 2023) – Madison County farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years were recently honored with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to area legislators.

Delaware County legislators spotlight new state laws now in effect

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, July 11, 2023

STATEHOUSE (July 11, 2023) – New state laws supporting Hoosiers and backed by local lawmakers during the 2023 legislative session are now in effect.

Rowray welcomes local student pages to the Statehouse

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Wednesday, May 3, 2023

STATEHOUSE (May 3, 2023) – State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2023 legislative session.

Reps. Rowray, Prescott welcome local student pages to the Statehouse

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Monday, May 1, 2023

STATEHOUSE (May 1, 2023) – State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2023 legislative session. 

Contraceptive access could soon be expanded as Roway's bill advances

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, April 18, 2023

STATEHOUSE (April 18, 2023) – Pharmacists throughout Indiana could soon be allowed to prescribe and dispense hormonal contraceptives as legislation authored by State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) heads to the governor's desk for consideration as a new law.

Reps. Rowray, Prescott: Local road projects receive state funding boost

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, April 13, 2023

 STATEHOUSE (April 13, 2023) – Local communities are set to receive over $1.1 million to complete much-needed road projects, according to State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City).

Madison County lawmakers: Local road projects receive state funding boost

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, April 13, 2023

STATEHOUSE (April 13, 2023) – Local communities are set to receive over $2.4 million to complete much-needed road projects, according to area legislators.

Rowray sponsors resolution honoring fallen Elwood police officer

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Wednesday, March 22, 2023

PHOTO CAPTION: (From left to right) State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) joins Sarah Shahnavaz, Matt Shahnavaz and Elijah Shahnavaz who are family members of fallen Elwood Police Officer Noah Shahnavaz, Monday, March 20, 2023, at the Indiana Statehouse. Rowray sponsored Senate Concurrent Resolution 5, which would rename a portion of State Road 13 after Officer Shahnavaz, who was killed in the line of duty in 2022. SCR 5 was approved unanimously, and now heads to the governor for further consideration.

Rowray's bill expanding Hoosier women's access to contraceptives heads to Senate

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, February 21, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 21, 2023) – The Indiana House of Representatives this week advanced State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray's (R-Yorktown) legislation to allow pharmacists to prescribe and dispense hormonal contraceptives like birth control pills and patches.

Rowray's bill improving Hoosier women's access to contraceptives advances

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, February 14, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 14, 2023) – The House Public Health Committee this week approved State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray's (R-Yorktown) legislation to allow pharmacists to prescribe and dispense hormonal contraceptives like birth control pills and patches.

Madison County lawmakers invite local students to page at Statehouse

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, January 19, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 19, 2023) – Madison County lawmakers invite local students to spend a day serving as a House page at the Indiana Statehouse during the 2023 legislative session.

Rowray, Prescott invite local students to page at Statehouse

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, January 17, 2023

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 17, 2023) – Delaware County lawmakers invite local students to spend a day serving as a House page at the Indiana Statehouse during the 2023 legislative session.

Reps. Rowray, Prescott: State sends over $1.1M to accelerate local road improvements

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, December 8, 2022

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 8, 2022) – More than $1.1 million is headed to Delaware County communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City).

Area legislators encourage local providers to apply for state's health challenges grant

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Monday, October 24, 2022

STATEHOUSE (Oct 24, 2022) – Area lawmakers are encouraging local and statewide providers to apply for a portion of the $50 million state grant fund dedicated to helping Hoosier communities tackle health challenges like asthma and obesity.  

Local legislators: State awards more than $474K to increase safety in Delaware County schools

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, September 29, 2022

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 29, 2022) – Several Delaware County schools recently received more than $474,000 through the state's Secured Schools Safety Grant Program, according to area lawmakers.

Reps. Cherry, Rowray invite local college students to apply for paid Statehouse internship

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Wednesday, September 7, 2022

 STATEHOUSE (Sept. 7, 2022) – State Reps. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) invite local college students and recent graduates of all majors to apply for a paid internship with Indiana House Republicans.

Delaware County lawmakers invite local college students to apply for paid Statehouse internship

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, September 1, 2022

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 1, 2022) – Delaware County legislators invite local college students and recent graduates of all majors to apply for a paid internship with Indiana House Republicans.

Local legislators: Delaware County providers receive funding boost to improve public health

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, June 28, 2022

STATEHOUSE (June 28, 2022) – Local legislators said three agencies serving Delaware County recently received a funding boost through a new state grant program aimed at tackling public health challenges. 

Delaware County lawmakers respond to SCOTUS decision reversing Roe v. Wade

Posted by: Braden Dunlap and Abrahm Hurt  | Friday, June 24, 2022

"The Supreme Court has rightfully returned the question of abortion back to the states, giving us the green light to further protect life in Indiana. As a legislator and a father, I will always support protecting life at every step of the way, and I look forward to going back to the Statehouse soon to do just that," said State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City).

Madison County lawmakers respond to SCOTUS decision reversing Roe v. Wade

Posted by: Braden Dunlap and Abrahm Hurt  | Friday, June 24, 2022

STATEHOUSE (June 24, 2022) – "Indiana deeply respects and values the lives of all Hoosiers, including the unborn and their mothers. Fighting for the rights of those who can't fight for themselves is one of the most important things we can do as legislators, and I'm eager to return to the Statehouse to take action to support life," said State Rep. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield).

Delaware County lawmakers support special session to provide inflation relief to Hoosiers

Posted by: Braden Dunlap and Abrahm Hurt  | Thursday, June 9, 2022

“As prices of gas, groceries and necessary goods skyrocket, returning to the Statehouse to help provide inflation relief to Hoosiers is mission critical. I look forward to joining my House and Senate colleagues in returning these dollars back to families in Delaware and Madison counties," said State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

Cherry, Rowray help lawmakers override veto to protect girls' sports

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Note to the Press: Please include the following statement from State Reps. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) in your coverage of Indiana lawmakers on Tuesday voting to override the governor's veto of House Enrolled Act 1041, which protects the integrity of girls' sports. House Enrolled Act 1041 ensures biological males do not compete in K-12 girls' sports. The vote came as part of a one-day technical corrections session, where lawmakers can take up any vetoes and fix technical errors in laws passed during the prior session. Indiana will join at least 16 other states that have similar laws on the books protecting female sports:

Local legislators: Delaware County students receive educator scholarship

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Friday, May 20, 2022

 

STATEHOUSE (May 20, 2022) – Delaware County students preparing to become teachers are among this year's recipients of the state's Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to Delaware County lawmakers.

 

State grant helps expand internet access to more Delaware County residents, businesses

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Wednesday, May 4, 2022

STATEHOUSE (May 4, 2022) – Fast and reliable internet is coming to more homes and businesses in Delaware County thanks to over $669,000 in state broadband grant funding, according to local lawmakers.

Lowering Delaware County's high infant, maternal mortality rates

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Indiana's infant mortality rate is among the highest in the nation, and unfortunately, the rate is even higher in Delaware County. Hoosier mothers are also dying at high rates due to complications from pregnancy or childbirth. It's clear we are facing a health crisis, and we must continue fighting for the lives of moms and their babies. A new law I co-authored expanding access to critical medical care for women – during and after pregnancies – will help more Hoosier families throughout Indiana and Delaware County start their lives together on a healthier, stronger path.

Madison County legislators: State funding gives green light to local road improvements

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, April 21, 2022

STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2022) – Local communities will receive more than $2.3 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvement projects, according to State Reps. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

Delaware County lawmakers: State funding gives green light to local road improvements

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Wednesday, April 20, 2022

STATEHOUSE (April 20, 2022) – Local communities will receive more than $1.1 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvement projects, according to Delaware County legislators.

Delaware County legislators urge governor to call special session if U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, April 7, 2022

STATEHOUSE (April 7, 2022) A letter recently sent to the governor includes the names of local lawmakers who are urging him to call a special session if the U.S. Supreme Court completely or partially overturns Roe v. Wade.

Madison County lawmakers support new law protecting Hoosier mothers, babies

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, March 29, 2022

STATEHOUSE (March 29, 2022) – More Hoosier mothers will receive important medical coverage before and after the births of their babies under a new law supported by State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield).

Madison County lawmakers support $1 billion tax-relief package for hardworking Hoosiers

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, March 10, 2022

STATEHOUSE (March 10, 2022) – Madison County lawmakers recently voted in support of passing the largest tax cut in the state's history, sending the $1 billion tax-relief package to the governor where it could soon become law.

Rowray helps recognize Muncie Afghan Refugee Resettlement Committee at Statehouse

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, February 17, 2022

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 16, 2022) – "For their safety and security, thousands of Afghan refugees had to flee their homes and navigate a new life in America. Most arrived in Indiana with nothing but the clothes they were wearing, and MARRC stepped in right away to help many families transition to Delaware County. The support, compassion and empathy from the volunteers with MARRC deserve to be recognized, especially as it sets a great example of what can be accomplished when we come together to do great things for others."  

Delaware County lawmakers: High-priority bills advance as session reaches halfway point

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, February 8, 2022

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 8, 2022) – In the first half of the 2022 legislative session, Delaware County lawmakers voted to advance several key priorities, including a sweeping tax-cut package to help hardworking Hoosiers and businesses.

Madison County lawmakers: House Republicans advance $1B tax-cut package helping Hoosiers, businesses

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, January 25, 2022

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 25, 2022) – Indiana House Republicans recently advanced a responsible and sweeping tax-cut package that could put over $1.3 billion back in Hoosiers' pockets, according to Madison County legislators who supported House Bill 1002.

Delaware County lawmakers: Local communities ready to grow with record state investment

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, December 16, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 16, 2021) – "This funding presents a tremendous opportunity for our communities to grow our population by creating more job opportunities and raising the quality of life. By doing so, our area can draw in and retain young talent, diversify the workforce and give our local economy a well-deserved shot in the arm," said State Rep. Ann Vermilion (R-Marion).   

"With several top-notch universities nearby, east central Indiana is in a great position to attract young professionals to invigorate our workforce and strengthen our region. We can clear that hurdle with the help of these READI grants, and continue to make our community a great place to work, live and play," said State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). 

"We need to be proactive in developing our rural communities in a unified way and the READI grants are a major step in that direction. Communities that work together with an eye toward the future is a surefire way to boost the quality of life for Hoosiers across the state," said State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City).


"The READI grants can help our communities grow and add additional job opportunities for Hoosiers. I look forward to watching how these new developments, such as parks, local downtown renovations and workforce training programs, will stimulate our economy and attract even more people to Indiana," said State Rep. Tony Cook (R-Cicero).

Madison County lawmakers: Local communities ready to grow with record state investment

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Wednesday, December 15, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 15, 2021) – "With READI grants, we'll see a large return on our investment as public and private partnerships are leveraged for the benefit of all Hoosiers. A lot of planning and thought went into these regional plans, and I'm excited for them to come to fruition and for all of the hard work to begin paying off," said State Rep. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield).

"With several top-notch universities nearby, east central Indiana is in a great position to attract young professionals to invigorate our workforce and strengthen our region. We can clear that hurdle with the help of these READI grants, and continue to make our community a great place to work, live and play," said State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). 


"The READI grants can help our communities grow and add additional job opportunities for Hoosiers. I look forward to watching how these new developments, such as parks, local downtown renovations and workforce training programs, will stimulate our economy and attract even more people to Indiana," said State Rep. Tony Cook (R-Cicero).

Rowray, Prescott co-author bill to help end state of emergency, protect Hoosier workers

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Wednesday, December 1, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 1, 2021) – State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) announced today they are co-authoring legislation to help end the statewide public health emergency and protect Hoosier workers.

Delaware County lawmakers: State grants give green light for local road improvements

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, November 4, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 4, 2021) – Delaware County communities will receive more than $1 million in state matching grants to steer toward much-needed road improvement projects, according to local legislators.

Madison County lawmakers: State grants give green light for local road improvements

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, November 4, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 4, 2021) – Local communities will receive more than $2.1 million in state matching grants to steer toward much-needed road improvement projects, according to Madison County legislators

Delaware County lawmakers: Don't miss October deadline for paid House internships

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Thursday, October 21, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 21, 2021) – Delaware County legislators encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for internships at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

Madison County lawmakers: Don't miss October deadline for paid House internships

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, October 19, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 19, 2021) – Madison County legislators encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for internships at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

Madison County lawmakers urge Hoosiers to connect to free training, careers in fast-growing fields

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Monday, September 20, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 20, 2021) – State Reps. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) urge Hoosiers to join the thousands who are already taking advantage of Indiana's Next Level Jobs certificate program to skill up at no cost and obtain a higher-paying job.

Delaware County lawmakers urge Hoosiers to connect to free training, careers in fast-growing fields

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Monday, September 20, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 20, 2021) – Delaware County lawmakers urge Hoosiers to join the thousands who are already taking advantage of Indiana's Next Level Jobs certificate program to skill up at no cost and obtain a higher-paying job

Rowray launches Hardworking Hoosier Award, requests nominations

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Friday, September 3, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 3, 2021) – From custodians and truck drivers to mechanics and teachers, State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) said Delaware and Madison counties are home to many hardworking Hoosiers who deserve recognition.

Delaware County lawmakers: Apply for paid, spring-semester internship at the Statehouse

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Monday, August 23, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 23, 2021) – Whether studying economics, telecommunications or history, state lawmakers said local college students and recent graduates can gain valuable hands-on work experience by interning with Indiana House Republicans at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.

Lawmakers invite Madison County residents to upcoming redistricting meetings

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, August 3, 2021

STATEHOUSE (August 3, 2021) – State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown), Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) and Tony Cook (R-Cicero) invite constituents to weigh in on Indiana's redistricting process during upcoming public meetings. 

Lawmakers invite Delaware County residents to upcoming redistricting meetings

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, August 3, 2021

STATEHOUSE (August 3, 2021) – State lawmakers invite Delaware County constituents to weigh in on Indiana's redistricting process during upcoming public meetings.

Rowray highlights new Indiana laws effective July 1

Posted by: Allison Vanatsky  | Thursday, July 1, 2021

STATEHOUSE (July 1, 2021) – State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) said Hoosiers should be aware of several new state laws effective July 1, including the new state budget and those supporting law enforcement, small businesses, and students and teachers.

"Several new laws are the direct result of input from constituents who reached out to legislators for solutions," Rowray said. "From new tools for our hardworking police officers to innovative programs building up our broadband infrastructure, these new laws will go a long way to help support our communities."

Rowray: Eligible 4-year-olds can receive grant to attend pre-K

Posted by: Allison Vanatsky  | Friday, June 11, 2021

STATEHOUSE (June 11, 2021) – Eligible 4-year-olds heading into pre-K during the 2021-2022 school year can now apply for On My Way Pre-K grants, according to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

Rowray: Local students receive educator scholarship

Posted by: Allison Vanatsky  | Friday, June 4, 2021

STATEHOUSE (June 4, 2021) – Local students preparing to become teachers are among this year's recipients of the state's Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

State Rep. Rowray: New scholarships open to essential workers to help cover early child care, education costs

Posted by: Allison Vanatsky  | Friday, May 28, 2021

STATEHOUSE (May 28, 2021) – State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) encourages working families seeking high-quality early education and out-of-school programs for their children to apply for Build, Learn, Grow scholarships.

Rep. Rowray: Bill encouraging young Hoosiers to skill-up is now law

Posted by: Allison Vanatsky  | Thursday, May 20, 2021

STATEHOUSE (May 20, 2021) – A bill breaking down barriers for young, low-income workers looking to obtain in-demand job skills is now law, according to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown).

Rowray: New law invests $60M for small business recovery grants

Posted by: Allison Vanatsky  | Monday, May 10, 2021

STATEHOUSE (May 10, 2021) – Legislation supporting jobs, employers and economic recovery by investing $60 million to expand the Hoosier Hospitality Small Business Restart Grant Program is now law, according to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). "While Indiana's economy is well on the way to recovery, there are still many local businesses not

Madison County lawmakers: State awards over $4.2M to help drive local road projects

Posted by: Samantha Holifield, Allison Vanatsky and Andi Sommers  | Monday, May 3, 2021

STATEHOUSE (May 3, 2021) – Indiana recently awarded more than $4.2 million in state matching grants to local communities for road and bridge improvements, according to Madison County legislators.

Rowray: New law requires middle school students to take a civics education course

Posted by: Lydia Kirschner  | Wednesday, April 14, 2021

STATEHOUSE (April 13, 2021) – Legislation to improve civic engagement among young Hoosiers is now law, according to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). House Enrolled Act 1384, which Rowray supported, requires students to take a semester-long civics education course in grades 6, 7 or 8. Rowray, a former school board member, said young Hoosiers

Rep. Rowray: Local graduate gains experience at the Statehouse

Posted by: Alexandra Radtke  | Wednesday, April 7, 2021

STATEHOUSE (April 7, 2021) – Daleville Junior-Senior High School graduate Kayla Skinner is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and her fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2021 legislative session.

Rowray: Bill to fully fund virtual public school students could soon be law

Posted by: Lydia Kirschner  | Friday, March 19, 2021

STATEHOUSE (March 19, 2021) – Legislation to fully fund students attending school virtually due to COVID-19 could soon be law, according to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). Under current law, public schools receive 85% of tuition support per virtual student, which is defined as a child learning 50% or more of their instruction online. Rowray

Rowray: House advances bill establishing $50M grant program to improve Hoosier health

Posted by: Lydia Kirschner  | Monday, March 15, 2021

STATEHOUSE (March 15, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives passed legislation that would establish a new $50 million grant program targeting the state's most critical health challenges according to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). According to the United Health Foundation, Indiana falls at the bottom of several health rankings,

Frye: Supporting key investments in law enforcement, broadband

Posted by: Abrahm Hurt  | Friday, February 26, 2021

The Indiana General Assembly is now moving into the second half of the 2021 legislative session, where proposed bills passed out of the House and Senate swap chambers for further consideration. Bills moving through the legislative process include the House version of the proposed two-year state budget, which makes strong investments in Hoosier law enforcement and rural broadband.

Rowray: Legislation supporting Indiana's small businesses, hospitality industry advances to the Senate

Posted by: Lydia Kirschner  | Wednesday, February 3, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 3, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives voted in support of legislation establishing the Hoosier Hospitality Small Business Restart Grant Program, which would support Indiana's jobs and economy, according to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). "With the ongoing pandemic, many small businesses are struggling," Rowray

Rep. Rowray: Bill to fully fund all K-12 public school students this year advances to Senate

Posted by: Lydia Kirschner  | Tuesday, January 26, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 26, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives today voted in support of legislation co-authored by State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) to fully fund all K-12 public school students for the 2020-21 school year, regardless of whether students attended classes in-person or virtually due to COVID-19.

Rowray: Hoosiers age 70 and older now eligible for free COVID-19 vaccine

Tuesday, January 19, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 19, 2021) – Indiana residents age 70 and older are now eligible to register for a free COVID-19 vaccine, according to State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). Rowray said older Hoosiers can register for the vaccine by visiting ourshot.in.gov and finding a nearby vaccine clinic and selecting an appointment time. Those who do not have

Rowray: House fast tracks legislation to fully fund K-12 this school year

Posted by: Lydia Kirschner  | Friday, January 8, 2021

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 8, 2021) – The House Ways and Means Committee this week voted in support of a legislative proposal co-authored by State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) to fully fund all K-12 public school students for the 2020-21 school year due to COVID-19.

Madison County communities awarded over $2.5 million for road projects

Posted by: Lydia Kirschner  | Monday, December 21, 2020

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 21, 2020) – Local communities recently received more than $2.5 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvements, according to Madison County lawmakers.  

Rowray to serve on House Ways and Means, human affairs committees

Posted by: Lydia Kirschner  | Thursday, December 10, 2020

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 10, 2020) – State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) was recently appointed to serve on the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Family, Children and Human Affairs Committee.  

Rowray sworn in as new state representative for House District 35

Posted by: Lydia Kirschner  | Tuesday, November 17, 2020

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 17, 2020) – Elizabeth Rowray of Yorktown took the oath of office today to serve as state representative for House District 35.

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