State Senator | District 29

J.D. Ford

Senator J.D. Ford
Proudly Serving District 29

Indiana Senate District 29 encompasses portions of Carmel, Indianapolis and Zionsville. Marion County communities include portions of Pike and Wayne Township.

Senator J.D. Ford

Elected

2018

Occupation

State Legislator

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Political Science from The University of Akron
  • Master’s Degree in Education, Purdue University
  • Acknowledgements

  • First member of the LGBTQ+ community elected to the Indiana General Assembly
  • 2023 Stonewall Champion
  • 2022 Friend of Public Education Award, Indiana State Teachers Association
  • 2020 Advocate of School Social Work, Indiana School Social Work Association
  • IN Friends Committee on Legislation Award
  • Personal

    Lives in Indianapolis with his dog, Stella

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    Today we don’t just remember those who gave their lives for our country—we ask ourselves: what are we doing to honor their sacrifice?Memorial Day isn’t just a date on the calendar. It’s a challenge. A challenge to live with purpose. A challenge to build a nation where every person’s worth is recognized, where freedom is more than a flag and where unity is more than a word.They fought not for one party or one belief—but for the hope of a better tomorrow. Let’s honor them by fighting for that future here at home.This Memorial Day let’s not settle for remembrance alone. Let’s be the generation that carries their dream forward.#MemorialDay #TheirSacrificeOurPromise #INForAll ... See MoreSee Less
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    📣 Let’s talk about what happened this session—and what it means for you.Join me and Rep. Victoria Garcia Wilburn in Carmel on Thursday, May 29 for a post-session town hall. Bring your questions, concerns and ideas. Your voice matters.📍 John W. Hensel Government Center🕕 6–7:30 PM🗓️ Thursday, May 29Let’s keep moving Indiana forward—together.#INForAll #TownHall ... See MoreSee Less
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    This Memorial Day we don’t just remember the fallen—we ask: what are we doing to honor their sacrifice?

    Let’s build a nation where every person’s worth is recognized, freedom is more than a flag and unity is more than a word.

    #MemorialDay #INForAll

    Nearly 1M Hoosiers live in dental care deserts. Delta Dental is offering up to $200K in loan repayment + scholarships for dental pros serving underserved areas. Apply by June 1! 🦷

    🔗 https://tinyurl.com/3wpdevk8
    #INForAll #HoosierHealth #DentalCareMatters

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