Criswell sworn in as new state representative for House District 54

Criswell sworn in as new state representative for House District 54

Posted by: Braden Dunlap  | Tuesday, November 22, 2022

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

Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush administered the oath to all House lawmakers during a swearing-in ceremony in the House Chamber of the Statehouse during Organization Day, the formal start to the 2023 legislative session.

"It's an incredible honor to serve District 54 as state representative, and I'm excited to roll up my sleeves and get to work," Criswell said. "Whether it's supporting local manufacturing and agricultural jobs, standing up for small-business owners and education, or defending the 2nd Amendment, I'm looking forward to bringing the voices of our communities to the Statehouse."

Criswell represents House District 54, which includes the majority of Rush and Henry counties, as well as portions of Hancock and Shelby counties. Criswell was raised in Henry County where he currently teaches at New Castle Elementary School and is an assistant coach for the high school boys' varsity basketball team. He is a graduate of Anderson University and Ball State University, where he earned his master's of education administration. Criswell, his wife, Sabrina, and two children are members of Blue River Church of the Nazarene.

Constituents can contact Criswell by calling 800-382-9841 or emailing h54@iga.in.gov.

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State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) represents House District 54,
which includes portions of Hancock, Henry, Rush and Shelby counties.
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