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I am honored to be representing House District 81 and am humbled to serve in the 119th General Assembly. It is my goal to represent the concerns and ideas that are important to our community. Please feel free to share your thoughts with me. It is imperative that we work together to help Indiana remain on the current path of fiscal integrity and economic growth.
My hope is that during my time as your state representative, I will have the opportunity to meet and address the concerns of many people in our district. Of course, I always appreciate input from our community concerning issues and legislation that affect our area. Your feedback helps guide my efforts in the Statehouse.
If you are interested in receiving information about issues in state government affecting our community, I encourage you to email me at h81@in.gov and sign-up for my e-newsletters. You will receive communication providing details on major issues of session as well as updates on what is going on in the district.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions, concerns or thoughts.
Sincerely,
Martin Carbaugh
State Representative
House District 81
Indiana House of Representatives: 2012-Present
House District 81: The northwestern portion of Fort Wayne
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Address: 200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Telephone: 317-232-9643
Education: Studied at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne
Occupation: Financial planner at Financial Focus
Representative Martin Carbaugh is a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne making him the perfect man to represent his community. He has been an elected Precinct Committeeman in Allen County and is also a member of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors and the National Federation of Independent Business. His district includes a portion of central Allen County as well as the northwestern portion of Fort Wayne.
For more than 15 years, Rep. Carbaugh has helped business owners and families plan for their financial futures and he wants to use his experience to help Indiana continue on a fiscally conservative track. A top priority is to create and bring jobs to Indiana by concentrating on reducing regulations in Indiana that hinder workforce progress and supporting a competitive tax code.
Rep. Carbaugh and his wife Sally have two daughters, Katelyn and Grace. In his free time he volunteers with Junior Achievement to teach students basic financial knowledge. He is a member of the Concordia Lutheran Church. He enjoys working with constituents from his area to secure a positive future for House District 81 as well as Indiana.
House District 81 consists of Washington Township and a portion of Wayne Township in Allen County, located in north eastern Indiana. To find your House District, click here.
STATEHOUSE (Oct. 19, 2020) – Hoosiers can vote absentee-in-person at several locations across Allen County until Nov. 2, according to local lawmakers.
STATEHOUSE (Oct. 13, 2020) – Allen County State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne) encourage local communities to apply for the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program to help fund local road and bridge projects.
STATEHOUSE (Sept. 23, 2020) – Fort Wayne area lawmakers encourage local residents to register to vote or check their registration status before the Oct. 5 deadline using the state's online voter portal at IndianaVoters.com.
STATEHOUSE (Sept. 16, 2020) – Fort Wayne lawmakers encourage local college students and recent graduates looking to gain valuable work experience to apply online for a paid internship with the Indiana House of Representatives at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.
STATEHOUSE (Aug 27, 2020) – Just as the COVID-19 pandemic has effected nearly every part of Hoosiers' lives, it's also impacting the way state lawmakers meet and prepare for the next legislative session, according to State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne).
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 19, 2020) – Area legislators said new resources are available to help students succeed, especially as COVID-19 complicates the start of the school year.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 11, 2020) – Veterans and Indiana companies are connecting through INvet's next-generation website according to Fort Wayne area lawmakers.
STATEHOUSE (July 17, 2020) – According to local legislators, 2020 Census responses are critical to future federal funding in local communities, and Hoosiers should respond now if they have not already done so.
STATEHOUSE (May 29, 2020) – Fort Wayne area lawmakers encourage Hoosiers whose jobs were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to take advantage of tuition-free training grants offered through Indiana's Next Level Jobs program.
STATEHOUSE (May 21, 2020) – Local small businesses and nonprofits can now utilize the state's new online marketplace to request personal protective equipment, according to local lawmakers.
STATEHOUSE (May 11, 2020) – Allen County lawmakers urge Hoosiers to be vigilant in protecting themselves against scams, which are surging during the public health pandemic.
STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2020) – Allen County legislators said assistance for a variety of mental health issues is available for Hoosiers struggling to cope with the overwhelming effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
STATEHOUSE (April 9, 2020) – With Indiana school buildings closed for the academic year, Fort Wayne area legislators said there are several online resources available to help students continue learning at home.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 18, 2020) – State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) recently honored the Concordia Lutheran High School boys cross country team at the Statehouse.
PHOTO CAPTION: (from left) State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne), Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne), Matt Lehman (R-Berne), Ben Smaltz (R-Auburn), Denny Zent (R-Angola), Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne) and Dave Abbott (R-Rome City) pair sneakers with their suits to help kick off February as National Cancer Prevention Month on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020, at the Statehouse.
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 16, 2020) – Area lawmakers are encouraging Hoosier students interested in state government to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the upcoming 2020 legislative session.
STATEHOUSE (Oct. 10, 2019) – Allen County was recently awarded over $1.6 million in state matching grants to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne).
Note to the Press: Please include the following statements from State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne), Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) and Ben Smaltz (R-Auburn) in your coverage of today’s update on Indiana’s investigation of the more than 2,000 fetal remains found on the Illinois property of the late Dr. Ulrich Klopfer, who ran several abortion clinics in northern Indiana.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 22, 2019) – Allen County lawmakers invite local college students and recent graduates to apply for the Indiana House Republican Internship Program, which takes place during the 2020 legislative session at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.
“Indiana’s unborn could have been better protected starting today. While I am disappointed in the court’s decision and believe this is an issue of states’ rights, the remainder of the bill is intact and I am hopeful that the attorney general will vigorously appeal this ruling. In light of this recent action, we now have a greater duty to continue to be the voice for those unable to speak for themselves.”
STATEHOUSE (May 22, 2019) – Aspiring teachers from Allen County were recently selected to receive the Next Generation Hoosier Educator Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.
STATEHOUSE (May 16, 2019) – State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse.
STATEHOUSE (April 10, 2019) – Legislation authored by State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) creating a new civil penalty for occupational safety and health violations recently was supported by the Indiana Senate and could soon become law.
STATEHOUSE (Dec. 19, 2018) – Area lawmakers encourage students who want to learn more about state government to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2019 legislative session.
STATEHOUSE (Dec. 10, 2018) – State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) was recently reappointed to serve as chair of the House Insurance Committee.
STATEHOUSE (Oct. 16, 2018) – College students and recent graduates seeking an internship with the Indiana House of Representatives must submit their applications before the Oct. 31 deadline, according to State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne).
Note to the Press: Please include the following statements from State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) in your coverage of the passing of Fort Wayne Police Officer David Tinsley:
STATEHOUSE (July 26, 2018) — Indiana House Republicans are now accepting internship applications for the 2019 legislative session, which begins in January, according to area lawmakers.
STATEHOUSE (June 20, 2018) — State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) were recently selected to chair the Interim Study Committee on Financial Institutions and Insurance, and the Interim Study Committee on Commerce and Economic Development, respectively.
STATEHOUSE (June 13, 2018) — The Indiana Department of Education on Tuesday awarded Bishop Dwenger and Concordia Lutheran high schools for student AP exam success during the 2016-2017 school year, according to State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne).
STATEHOUSE (May 2, 2018) — Many students from Allen County planning to pursue a career in education were selected to receive the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne), Dave Heine (R-New Haven) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne).
STATEHOUSE (April 12, 2018) — Goebel Chiropractic on Wednesday at the Statehouse received the Governor’s Century Business Award for its contributions to the community, according to State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne).
STATEHOUSE (March 22, 2018) — Artwork by local artists will soon be on display at the Statehouse, according to State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne).
RAISING AWARENESS: (From left to right) State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne), Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne), Dave Wolkins (R-Warsaw), Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) and Dave Heine (R-New Haven) pair sneakers with their suits on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis to draw attention to National Cancer Prevention Month.
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 30, 2018) — The House of Representatives today voted in support of a bill co-authored by State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) that would establish clear guidelines for health insurance plans requiring prior authorization for billable procedures or treatments.
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 11, 2018) — State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) honored singer-songwriter Addison Agen today with a concurrent resolution congratulating the 16-year-old on her runner-up finish during NBC’s 13th season of “The Voice.”
State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) issued statements regarding the state's denial of an abortion clinic license.
STATEHOUSE (Dec. 27, 2017) — Fort Wayne state representatives are encouraging area students to apply to the 2018 Indiana House of Representatives Page Program.
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Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) will be hosting their annual Mastadon Job and Internship Fair on September 22nd for both students and the general public. Additionally, IPFW has launched a career fair app and is offering prep sessions to prepare job seekers for the event. I encourage members of our community looking for job opportunities to learn more about the event by clicking here.
STATEHOUSE - “As a representative serving on the Veterans Affairs and Public Safety Committee, I understand the importance of enacting legislation that benefits our Hoosier heroes. The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, legislation I championed, will remove some of the burdens facing members of the Indiana National Guard while they are called to serve on a deployment or active duty. I am proud to have had an active role in working for our military members and providing them additional benefits as a thank you for serving our state and country.”
STATEHOUSE – “I was saddened to hear of the passing of Jane Avery, the Executive Director of our local Community Harvest Food Bank. She was a wonderful member of our community, and her legacy of giving will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family, friends and loved ones.”
STATEHOUSE — House Speaker Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis) announced the 2015 interim committee assignments for members of the Indiana House of Representatives. State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) has been appointed to serve on the Pension Management Oversight as well as Financial Institutions and Insurance study committees.
In the last installment of this series highlighting our legislative accomplishments, I focused on legislation promoting public safety. This week I will discuss legislation that was created to increase government transparency through ethics reform.
As a state representative, one of my goals is to ensure our students receive the best education possible. This year, House Republicans made it a priority to increase education funding and empower teachers and school districts to find innovative ways to meet the educational needs of their students. This is why I am concerned about a potential proposal impacting federal statute that could limit a school’s ability to help students become college ready.
In the last installment of this series highlighting our legislative accomplishments, I focused on legislation benefiting Hoosier veterans. This week I will discuss one of our 2015 legislative agenda priorities: public safety.
In my first installment of this series highlighting our legislative accomplishments, I discussed a variety of ways we worked to improve education in our community. For this installment and with Memorial Day around the corner, I will discuss what was achieved to benefit Indiana's veterans.
I am pleased to report that this legislative session was very productive. To better inform you about the work we have done to improve our community and state, I will be doing a four-part series about this session's achievements. The first installment of this series focuses on education.
STATEHOUSE - “The state’s biennial budget not only passed the largest increase for education funding in our state’s history, but also historic funding for Fort Wayne Community School Corporation. I was pleased to support an increase in funding for our local students as well as continued protection for parents’ choice in their child’s education.
STATEHOUSE – State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) authored legislation to provide pension protection for teachers, firefighters and state employees. House Bill (HB) 1466 would deliver needed safeguards to state employee pension plans while applying reviews to prevent errors or miscalculations. The bill passed out of the Senate unanimously.
A recent legislative measure that I co-authored will further protect our state's service members by allowing them to suspend or postpone certain obligations while they are on active duty. Titled the Service Member's Civil Relief Act (SCRA), all military members including Indiana's National Guardsmen and Reservists are covered under this legislation that passed out of the House unanimously.
STATEHOUSE - “I am pleased to hear that Purdue University President Daniels is in support of the change for Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) to be designated as a ‘Metropolitan University.’
The Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning is partnering with Early Learning Indiana to offer almost 500,000 dollars in grants for early learning providers. These grants can be applied for by any Allen County program or facility that participates, or agrees to participate, in the On My Way Pre-K Pilot Program.
Last year, the Indiana General Assembly established the pre-k pilot program, which is expected to serve approximately 2,000 students.
These grants will greatly benefit Indiana's participating pre-k programs, and I am pleased to see more resources come available to support early learning in Indiana. Facilities can use the grants to furnish classrooms, supply materials and more. Applications for grants are due February 15 and can be found here, along with information about the On My Way Pre-K Program.
I encourage our local pre-k programs to apply for these grants. Education is a top priority which will better prepare students for their futures.
STATEHOUSE – House Bill (HB) 1242 authored by State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and co- authored by Reps. Karlee Macer (D-Indianapolis), Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) and Dave Ober (R-Albion) passed out of the House today with a unanimous vote and will now go to the Senate for further discussion.
STATEHOUSE – On Organization Day, State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) was sworn into office at the Statehouse, marking the first official meeting of the 119th General Assembly. Rep. Carbaugh was re-elected to represent House District 81, which includes portions of Allen County.
STATEHOUSE – State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) along with House Speaker Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis) and other members of the House Republican Caucus, unveiled their 2015 House Republican Legislative Agenda. The plan increases accountability for all Hoosiers while strengthening Indiana in four major categories: Budget, Education, Ethics and Public Safety.
NOTE TO THE EDITOR: Please include the following statement from State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) in your coverage of Gov. Pence’s announcement that Allen County has been selected for the preschool pilot program.
STATEHOUSE – State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) was named to the executive committee of the National Conference of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL).
EDITOR’S NOTE: Please include the following statement from State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) in response to the 2014 Interim Committee Assignment announcement.
STATEHOUSE – House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242 was signed into law by Governor Pence at the 122nd Fighter Base in Fort Wayne. The legislation authored by State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) makes it illegal for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee because they are a veteran of the Armed Forces or member of the Indiana National Guard or a reserve component.
I am not a veteran of the armed forces. I have never defended my country overseas or been on high alert for a domestic issue. I will probably never know the horrors of war, but I see veterans coming home forever changed by their experiences.
STATEHOUSE – House Bill (HB) 1231 authored by State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and co-authored by Reps. Doug Gutwein (R- Francesville), Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) and David Niezgodski (D-South Bend) passed out of the House Monday with unanimous vote and will now go to the Senate for further discussion.
STATEHOUSE – House Bill (HB) 1231 authored by State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and co-authored by Reps. Doug Gutwein (R- Francesville), Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) and David Niezgodski (D-South Bend) passed out of the House Monday with unanimous vote and will now go to the Senate for further discussion.
STATEHOUSE — State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and House legislators and staff wore sneakers at the Statehouse on Thursday in support of the Suits and Sneakers challenge to help raise awareness about cancer and the importance that nutrition and physical activity play in reducing one's risk of the disease.
STATEHOUSE – State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) is pleased to honor 101 Tool & Die, LLC with an Economic Development and Growth through Entrepreneurship (EDGE) award presented by Indiana’s Lieutenant Governor, Sue Ellspermann.
Please include the following statement from State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) in response to Governor Pence’s State of the State address:
“The fact that Governor Pence’s agenda aligns so closely with our own speaks well for what we’ll be able to accomplish this session..."
For the past 35 years, State Representative Phyllis Pond has faithfully served Hoosiers of northeast Indiana. Rep. Pond was the longest serving female state representative in the history of Indiana and the first female lawmaker to earn a seat in the front row in the House Chamber.
STATEHOUSE – “Allen County was fortunate to have Representative Pond serve at the Statehouse for the last 35 years. Her contributions to our community and our state..."
STATEHOUSE – State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) has been appointed to serve on the Commission on Military and Veterans Affairs.
STATEHOUSE – State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) is pleased to announce that the 2013 Indiana Legislative Session has successfully come to a close. A fiscally conservative, balanced budget and three of his bills, House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1270, HEA 1560 and Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 126 are on their way to becoming law.
STATEHOUSE – Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann held a press conference today with State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) regarding the expansion of Indiana’s Hardest Hit Fund.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury identified Indiana as one of 18 states plus the District of Columbia, that had been most affected by the downturn of the economy. Indiana was awarded more than $221 million to help struggling Hoosier families pay their mortgages through the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA).
STATEHOUSE – Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 126 sponsored by State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) passed through both the House and Senate and has been signed into law by Gov. Pence.
STATEHOUSE – Senate Bill (SB) 153, sponsored by State Representative Suzanne Crouch (R-Evansville) and co-sponsored by State Representative Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne), was signed into law today by Gov. Pence.
STATEHOUSE – House Bill (HB) 1560 authored by State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and co-authored by Rep. David Ober (R-Albion) passed out of the House today with a 90-0 vote.
STATEHOUSE — State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) is encouraging local students to apply for the Indiana House Page Program. The program offers students 13 to 18 years old the chance to visit the Statehouse and see a full day of legislative activity.
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