STATEHOUSE (Jan. 8, 2026) – Hendricks County lawmakers 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.
State Rep. Greg Steuerwald (R-Avon) said pages can watch the legislative process in person, tour the historic Statehouse building and interact with their state representative.
"It's always exciting to see students from Hendricks County participate in this program," Steuerwald said. "They can meet their state representative, see the legislature in action and get a hands-on learning experience beyond what they're taught in the classroom."
The full-day program is available for students who are 13 to 18 years old. State Rep. Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton) said pages are permitted by Indiana law to receive a one-day excused absence from school for their participation.
"Laws affect all Hoosiers, and it's important for students to engage early with what's happening at the Statehouse," Thompson said. "Paging is a great way to get started in civics and learn more about the issues impacting your community and how you can help."
State Rep. Craig Haggard (R-Mooresville) said the program offers students a unique experience to learn more about how Indiana's legislature operates.
"Students who serve as pages gain a better understanding of how the General Assembly operates and how their voices can make a difference," Haggard said. "I always enjoy welcoming young Hoosiers to the Statehouse."
The program begins in January with opportunities every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday until the end of the legislative session. Eligible students and their parents are encouraged to submit an application corresponding with the date they would like to page. Pages are scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on their chosen day, and groups serve together on Wednesdays. To schedule a group, contact the page program director at 317-232-9410 or pageprogram@iga.in.gov.
"When pages come to the Statehouse, we may be helping to teach the future leaders of Indiana," said State Rep. Becky Cash (R-Zionsville). "This is an excellent educational opportunity, and I hope these students become interested in a future in public service."
Students are responsible for their own lunch and transportation to and from the Statehouse in Indianapolis.
For more information and to apply, visit IndianaHouseRepublicans.com/PageProgram.
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State Rep. Becky Cash (R-Zionsville) represents House District 25,
which includes portions of Boone and Hendricks counties.
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State Rep. Craig Haggard (R-Mooresville) represents House District 57,
which includes portions of Hendricks, Johnson and Morgan counties.
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State Rep. Greg Steuerwald (R-Avon) represents House District 40,
which includes a portion of Hendricks County.
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State Rep. Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton) represents House District 28,
which includes portions of Boone, Hendricks and Montgomery counties.
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