STATEHOUSE (Dec. 16, 2024) – Johnson County lawmakers recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.
House standing committee appointments are made by the Indiana House Speaker biennially after the November election and are in effect for the duration of members' two-year terms. State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) was reappointed as vice chair of the House Education Committee. She will also serve as a member of the House Commerce, Small Business and Economic Development Committee and the House Judiciary Committee.
"Supporting our educators, students and workforce remains a top priority," Davis said. "I look forward to collaborating with my colleagues to address the challenges facing our schools and to ensure young Hoosiers are prepared for their future."
State Rep. Craig Haggard (R-Mooresville) will serve as a member of the House Veterans Affairs and Public Safety Committee, the House Environmental Affairs Committee and the House Roads and Transportation Committee.
"Supporting our veterans and ensuring safe, efficient infrastructure are critical to Indiana's success," Haggard said. "I'm committed to addressing the needs of our communities and working on policies that make a meaningful difference for Hoosiers."
State Rep. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) was reappointed as vice chair of the House Public Policy Committee. She will also serve as a member of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Insurance Committee. Mayfield said committees are responsible for vetting bills, including hearing public testimony and considering amendments.
"Our state's public policies and insurance regulations play a major role in the lives of everyday Hoosiers," Mayfield said. "I'm excited to dive into these important issues and work with my colleagues to enact meaningful, commonsense legislation."
State Rep. Robb Greene (R-Shelbyville) will serve as a member of the House Government and Regulatory Reform Committee, the House Agriculture and Rural Development Committee, and the House Ways and Means Committee.
"These committees are an excellent opportunity for representatives to take time to hear from experts and constituents alike on proposed legislation," Greene said. "Whether its reviewing spending in Ways and Means or agricultural policies that put family farms first in Agriculture and Rural Development, there are so many important topics to consider, and I'm thankful for the opportunity to help consider new policies."
House lawmakers are scheduled to convene at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 8 for the first day of the 2025 legislative session. Hoosiers can visit iga.in.gov to find legislation, view calendars, and watch committee meetings and session.
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State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) represents House District 58,
which includes a portion of Johnson County.
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State Rep. Robb Greene (R-Shelbyville) represents House District 47,
which includes portions of Johnson and Shelby 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. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) represents House District 60,
which includes portions of Johnson, Morgan and Monroe counties.
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