Kendell Culp

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 9, 2026) – The House passed State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) legislation to preserve prime farmland while encouraging local economic development.

With committees scheduled and session starting, I am gearing up for the 2026 legislative session at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. This year, our goal is to continue Indiana's strong economic momentum by ensuring reduced property taxes, prioritizing affordability and fostering growing communities. Focusing on the needs of House District 16, I will propose legislation ensuring a balance between protecting prime farmland while meeting economic development needs, drone privacy and food security. 

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 31, 2025) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) said Hoosier students who are interested in learning more about state government are invited to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 23, 2025) – Local communities received over $2.1 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to White County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 22, 2025) – Starke County communities received over $534,000 in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 10, 2025) – Indiana high school seniors and college students planning to pursue a career in teaching can now apply for a Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 10, 2025) – Indiana high school seniors and college students planning to pursue a career in teaching can now apply for a Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to Jasper County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 4, 2025) – State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) recently honored Jasper County Community Services with a House District 16 Declaration to recognize the organization's 50 years of public service.

Only a few days are left to apply for an Indiana House Republican internship during the 2026 legislative session. This is a unique opportunity for students to get hands-on experience while learning the ins and outs of the legislative process. 

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 6, 2025) – Indiana House Republicans are seeking student interns for the 2026 legislative session, according to Jasper County legislators.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 6, 2025) – Indiana House Republicans are seeking student interns for the 2026 legislative session, according to State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 6, 2025) – Indiana House Republicans are seeking student interns for the 2026 legislative session, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 3, 2025) – Indiana House Republicans are seeking student interns for the 2026 legislative session, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie).

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 22, 2025) – Pulaski County schools recently received more than $59,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 18, 2025) – White County schools recently received more than $251,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 18, 2025) – Jasper County schools recently received more than $141,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 17, 2024) – Starke County schools recently received more than $156,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 29, 2025) – Jasper County lawmakers are commending a historic increase in third grade literacy rates for Hoosier students following results from the 2024-2025 Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination (IREAD) assessment.

 STATEHOUSE (Aug. 29, 2025) – State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) are commending a historic increase in third grade literacy rates for Hoosier students following results from the 2024-2025 Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination (IREAD) assessment.

Indiana farmland is one of the greatest assets of our state and plays a critical role in feeding our nation. Supporting Hoosier farmers and representing our rural communities are among my top priorities as your state representative. The General Assembly has taken efforts in recent years to protect our farmlands and bolster Hoosier agriculture. One of the ways we've done this is by establishing barriers against foreign adversaries owning our farmland.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 14, 2025) – The Hayworth Farm in Jasper County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for being in operation since 1918, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and State Sen. Rick Niemeyer (R-Lowell).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 14, 2025) – The Sanders Farm in Starke County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for being in operation since 1921, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and State Sen. Mike Bohacek (R-Michiana Shores).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 12, 2025) – State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) recently honored long-time shop teacher and business owner Walt Brown with the Circle of Corydon Award.

STATEHOUSE (July 31, 2025) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) recently received appointments to serve on interim study committees, which will meet throughout the summer and fall to explore policy issues and work to identify solutions.

STATEHOUSE (July 30, 2025) – State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) recently received an appointment to serve as a member of the Interim Study Committee on Elections and the Interim Study Committee on Environmental Affairs.

STATEHOUSE (July 23, 2025) – With the 2025 legislative session concluding in April, State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) are highlighting some of the new state laws taking effect this summer.

STATEHOUSE (July 23, 2025) – With the 2025 legislative session concluding in April, State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) are highlighting some of the new state laws that took effect this summer.

STATEHOUSE (July 9, 2025) – Local students Lorelei Burdick of John Glenn High School and Miranda McCarty of Knox Community High school are among this year's recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie).

 STATEHOUSE (July 1, 2025) – Jasper County students Haley DeVries of Tri-County Jr-Senior High School and Amelia Hoffmann-Buczek of Kankakee Valley High School are among this year's recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (June 30, 2025) – Local student Chelsea Schultz of West Central Senior High School is among this year's recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (June 30, 2025) – Local student Clara Grennes of Twin Lakes Senior High School is among this year's recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

Public safety remained a top priority this legislative session. As we wrap up National Safety Month, I'd like to share information on new laws we passed this year to support law enforcement, crack down on violent criminals and drug dealers, and enforce our immigration laws.

STATEHOUSE (June 16, 2025) – The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is looking for farmer, agribusiness and consumer input on priorities for the new ag portal established through legislation authored by State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) that was recently signed into law. 

May is National Military Appreciation Month, a time to honor, remember and thank the men and women who have served or are currently serving our country. To remember and honor the fallen, we recognize Memorial Day this year on May 26. I encourage everyone to participate in the National Moment of Remembrance, a moment of silence at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day.

STATEHOUSE (May 15, 2025) – The 2025 legislative session ended with passage of the state's next two-year budget as well as tax relief and other key priorities for Hoosiers, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

STATEHOUSE (May 7, 2025) – The 2025 legislative session ended with passage of the state's next two-year budget as well as tax relief and other key priorities for Hoosiers, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie).

STATEHOUSE (May 7, 2025) – The 2025 legislative session ended with passage of the state's next two-year budget as well as tax relief and other key priorities for Hoosiers, according to State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (May 7, 2025) – The 2025 legislative session ended with passage of the state's next two-year budget as well as tax relief and other key priorities for Hoosiers, according to Jasper County lawmakers.

Legislation amended by House Republicans to provide property tax relief was recently signed into law by the governor and will lead to $1.3 billion in savings for Hoosier homeowners over the next three years.

STATEHOUSE (April 23, 2025) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) 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.

STATEHOUSE (April 16, 2025) – The Indiana House passed legislation sponsored by State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) to improve election integrity and boost voter identification requirements.

 STATEHOUSE (April 8, 2025) – Jasper County native Ben Olson is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and his fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2025 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (March 25, 2025) – State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) legislation to create an online hub to improve Hoosiers' access to agricultural related information, grant opportunities and data on lost farmland was signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (March 10, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded local communities over $1.7 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

 STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded over $700,000 in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie).

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded over $3.5 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer)

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded local communities over $4.4 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to Jasper County legislators.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 13, 2025) – The United States Environmental Protection Agency recently appointed State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) as a member of its Local Government Advisory Committee.

Agriculture is one of Indiana's top industries, contributing more than $35 billion to Indiana's economy and providing over 62,000 jobs. With five divisions within the Indiana State Department of Agriculture and various other programs and initiatives, finding correct information on reports, grants and regulations can be challenging and confusing.

The 2025 legislative session has begun, and I look forward to the next few months working at the Statehouse to represent you and to advance efforts important to our community. During session, I will author, testify and vote on bills related to the needs and concerns I have been hearing from constituents. For most of my legislation this year, I'm focused on keeping Indiana competitive in agriculture by supporting Hoosier farmers and rural communities.

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. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

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. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie).

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. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 17, 2024) – Jasper County legislators recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 17, 2024) – State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 16, 2024) – State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 16, 2024) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – Rensselaer will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of over $733,000 in recently released state funding, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – Local communities will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of recently released state funding, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – Francesville will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of over $168,000 in recently released state funding, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – Local communities will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of recently released state funding, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 31, 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. 31, 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 State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica).

Last week, we celebrated the 97th annual National FFA Convention and Expo in our Hoosier capitol, where over 70,000 students from all 50 states and two territories participated in unique learning experiences and highlighted this year's accomplishments. With such a large FFA presence in Indiana right now, it's important to recognize what a transformative impact agricultural education can have on rural communities.

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. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

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. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie).

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 17, 2024) – Eastern Pulaski Community School Corp. recently received more than $39,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 13, 2024) – Jasper County schools recently received more than $122,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 13, 2024) – White County schools recently received more than $208,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 29, 2024) – Applications to intern with Indiana House Republicans for the 2025 legislative session are now open, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen). 

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 23, 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.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 16, 2024) – Indiana recently honored local farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to Pulaski County legislators.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 16, 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. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and State Sen. Ed Charbonneau (R-Valparaiso).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 7, 2024) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) encourage families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the Sept. 1 deadline.

Since 1925, the Jasper County Fair has served up first-rate food, entertainment and educational agricultural events to support our local Rensselaer community and beyond. The Jasper County Fair has been a testament to our community's rich history and longstanding heritage. Cultivating a sense of fellowship, a platform for local businesses, we recognize the impact this fair has had over the last 100 years.

STATEHOUSE (July 11, 2024) – State Reps. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) 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 9, 2024) – Jasper 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 2, 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.

STATEHOUSE (July 2, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica) want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws that took effect this week.

 STATEHOUSE (July 1, 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 Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron).

As we approach Independence Day, it's a great time to show our gratitude and appreciation for those who have helped preserve our freedom like Indiana's veterans and military. One way to help is to share information about the numerous assistance programs, including housing support, legal aid and other essential services that's available to them right here at home.

STATEHOUSE (June 10, 2024) – The Idaville Volunteer Fire Department will receive new personal protective equipment thanks to a $10 million statewide investment supported by State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (June 4, 2024) – State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) recently honored lifelong Monon resident and community volunteer Devon Querry with the Circle of Corydon Award.

Growing season is upon us and about 94,000 Hoosier farmers will be working hard to keep Indiana one of the top producing states for corn, soybeans and more. With heavy equipment on the roads, it's important for Hoosiers to be aware of slower traffic flow and potential delays.

STATEHOUSE (May 20, 2024) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

STATEHOUSE (May 17, 2024) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica) encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

STATEHOUSE (May 14, 2024) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

Food security is national security. That's why I join many Hoosiers and Americans in raising concerns about foreign adversaries like China and Russia ramping up their efforts to buy farmland. Our federal government reports that foreign ownership of U.S. land is up by a staggering 40% since 2016 and we know some of those acres are in the Hoosier state. During the 2024 legislative session, I authored legislation, which was recently signed into law by the governor, to protect Indiana's farm ground and food supply for years to come.

STATEHOUSE (April 29, 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. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

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 Jasper County legislators.

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. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica).

STATEHOUSE (April 11, 2024) – Starke County and local communities can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie).

STATEHOUSE (April 11, 2024) – White County communities can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica).

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

STATEHOUSE (April 11, 2024) – Pulaski County and Medaryville can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

STATEHOUSE (March 14, 2024) – State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) legislation to protect Hoosier farmland and military bases from foreign adversaries is headed to the governor's desk for consideration as a new law.

Indiana has nearly 300 agritourism destinations from orchards and Christmas tree farms to wineries and breweries, and their popularity continues to grow. These operations are often family owned and operated, and help farmers diversify their income streams. During the 2024 legislative session, I authored legislation to help cut red tape for these families and Hoosiers who would like to start an agritourism business.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 9, 2024) – "The Biden Administration's decision to open the southern border is undermining national security and Texas is on the front lines of this crisis. With illegal immigration reaching a record high, and more and more lethal drugs entering the country, I stand in support of Governor Holcomb's decision to deploy the Indiana National Guard to aid Texas as they work tirelessly to secure and protect their state," said State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 2, 2024) – The Indiana House of Representatives advanced State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) legislation to keep Hoosier farmland from being leased or owned by foreign adversaries. 

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 30,2024) – The Indiana House of Representatives advanced State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) legislation, which he said supports and protects Hoosier teenagers who want hands-on experience in the workplace.

Indiana's rural areas, including communities like ours, are continuously looking for ways to increase their viability by attracting and retaining residents and businesses alike. To help, I authored legislation to encourage counties, cities and towns to partner with the state to support local quality-of-life and quality-of-place projects.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 2, 2023) – State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) recently presented a Sagamore of the Wabash award to local city councilman and former public school teacher George T. Cover.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 2, 2024) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) 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. 19, 2023) – The Jasper-Pulaski Fish and Wildlife Area Shooting Range can fire ahead with their plans to make improvements with the help of over $5.5 million in newly approved state funding, according to State Reps. Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 18, 2023) – With Indiana's lawmakers set to return to the Statehouse on Jan. 8 for the start of the 2024 legislative session, Jasper County legislators released online surveys to gather constituents' feedback on important issues.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 15, 2023) – With Indiana's lawmakers set to return to the Statehouse on Jan. 8 for the start of the 2024 legislative session, State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) released an online survey to gather constituents' feedback on important issues.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 13, 2023) – With Indiana's lawmakers set to return to the Statehouse on Jan. 8 for the start of the 2024 legislative session, State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica) released an online survey to gather constituents' feedback on important issues.

Over 72,000 FFA members from all 50 states recently made their way to Indianapolis for the 96^th National FFA Convention & Expo, demonstrating talent and competing for titles.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 30, 2023) – Several Starke County schools recently received more than $220,000 through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, according to State Reps. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 30, 2023) – Kankakee Valley School Corp. and Rensselaer Central School Corp. recently received a combined total of more than $160,000 through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, according to area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 16, 2023) – White County schools recently received $260,000 through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, according to area lawmakers.

With the Indiana State Fair in full swing, fellow legislators and I recently gathered at the fairgrounds for the annual Rural Caucus Day. This is a great opportunity to discuss important issues facing our rural communities, like boosting broadband access, addressing the loss of prime agricultural land, and attracting and retaining a skilled workforce. Indiana continues to cultivate solutions that better support local Hoosiers and their businesses.

Currently, over 90,000 farmers make agriculture one of the state's leading industries, contributing over $35 billion to the economic growth of our state. With harvest in full swing and thousands of farmers working night and day to bring in their crops, it's important that Hoosier drivers and farmers share the road to prevent accidents and save lives.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 4, 2023) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) encourage Hoosier voters to register or check their voting status by the Oct. 10 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 3, 2023) – Jasper County legislators encourage Hoosier voters to register or check their voting status by the Oct. 10 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 27, 2023) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica) encourage Hoosier voters to register or check their voting status by the Oct. 10 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 27, 2023) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) 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.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 25, 2023) – Jasper 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.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 13, 2023) – State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) recently presented a Sagamore of the Wabash to local World War II veteran and retired agriculture teacher Byron K. Callahan.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 15, 2023) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica) 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.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 13, 2023) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 5, 2023) – Starke County lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 6, 2023) – Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 6, 2023) – Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 7, 2023) – The Land Use Task Force will hold its first meeting at the Statehouse Friday to examine how large and small communities can continue to grow while protecting prime farmland, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 18, 2023) – Starke County farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years were recently honored with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie), and State Sen. Mike Bohacek (R-Michiana Shores).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 18, 2023) – Pulaski 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. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and State Sen. Ed Charbonneau (R-Valparaiso).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 18, 2023) – White 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. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and State Sen. Ed Charbonneau (R-Valparaiso).

STATEHOUSE (July 26, 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) – Local 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) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica) 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.

New state laws supporting Hoosiers and backed by Jasper County lawmakers during the 2023 legislative session are now in effect.

New state laws supporting Hoosiers and backed by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) during the 2023 legislative session are now in effect.

New state laws supporting Hoosiers and backed by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica) during the 2023 legislative session are now in effect.

The men and women in our military make significant sacrifices for our country as they leave their families and friends behind to deploy to dangerous and uncertain places.

Hoosier military members are set to receive much-needed tax relief thanks to legislation co-authored by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

Hoosier military members are set to receive much-needed tax relief thanks to a new law supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie).

Hoosier military members are set to receive much-needed tax relief thanks to a new law supported by local lawmakers.

Hoosier military members are set to receive much-needed tax relief thanks to a new law supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica).

Indiana's robust and diverse agriculture industry touches many facets of our lives. From our food and drinks to our toothpaste and fuel, many of us depend on the products grown and raised by farmers.

Recently, I visited the Monticello Fire Department, which is the only paid, full-time fire department in House District 16, and these firefighters double as paramedics and provide ambulance services to the city of Monticello, several townships and parts of neighboring Carroll County.

State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) pair of bills will work together to help uncover why Indiana is losing prime farmland and what can be done about it are now laws.

State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2023 legislative session.

Winamac is set to receive over $189,000 to complete much-needed road projects, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

Jasper County communities are set to receive over $1.1 million to complete much-needed road projects, according to area legislators.

Local communities are set to receive over $1.6 million to complete much-needed road projects, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica).

Starke County is set to receive $1 million to complete much-needed road projects, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie).

State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) legislation launching a comprehensive study into growth trends in Hoosier communities is now headed to the governor's desk where it could soon be law.

With the end of the school year on the horizon, graduating seniors are preparing for their next chapters. It's an exciting time as these young Hoosiers enter adulthood and face new challenges. From joining the workforce to managing their personal finances, I'm working this session on legislation to help our high school graduates hit the ground running.

The Indiana Senate on Monday voted in support of State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) legislation launching a statewide inventory of lost Hoosier farmland, sending the legislation to the governor where it could be signed into law. 

The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) to expand work-based learning opportunities in high schools around the state.

The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica) to expand work-based learning opportunities in high schools around the state.

The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation supported by State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) to expand work-based learning opportunities in high schools around the state.

The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced legislation supported by Jasper County legislators to expand work-based learning opportunities in high schools around the state.

The House Republican proposed two-year state budget plan includes historic funding for education, strong investments in public health and additional support for local economic development efforts – all the while responsibly cutting taxes.

In the same radio station where he spent much of his career, State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) on Friday evening presented Harold Welter a Sagamore of the Wabash award.

The Indiana House of Representatives today approved State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) legislation that would launch a comprehensive study into food insecurity and growth trends to help Hoosier communities address issues and plan for the future.

As a grain and livestock producer, I understand the impact that agriculture has on the state's economy. Every acre of Hoosier farmland counts. Unfortunately, the U.S. is projected to lose more than 18 million acres of farmland by 2040, according to the American Farmland Trust.

The Indiana House of Representatives voted unanimously to advance State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) legislation that would launch a statewide inventory of farmland lost in Indiana over the last 12 years.

State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) invite local students to spend a day serving as a House page at the Indiana Statehouse during the 2023 legislative session.

The House Agriculture and Rural Development Committee today approved State Rep. Kendell Culp's (R-Rensselaer) legislation that would launch a statewide inventory of farmland lost in Indiana over the last 12 years.

State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica) invite local students to spend a day serving as a House page at the Indiana Statehouse during the 2023 legislative session.

Jasper County lawmakers invite local students to spend a day serving as a House page at the Indiana Statehouse during the 2023 legislative session.

State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) invite local students to spend a day serving as a House page at the Indiana Statehouse during the 2023 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 7, 2022) – Pulaski County recently received over $970,000 to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 22, 2022) – Kendell Culp of Rensselaer took the oath of office today to serve as state representative for House District 16.