State Senator | District 40
Shelli Yoder
Minority Caucus Leader
Proudly Serving District 40
Indiana Senate District 40 encompasses the majority of Monroe County and includes the Indiana University-Bloomington campus.
Elected
2020
Occupation
Senior Lecturer at Indiana University Kelley School of Business
Education
Master’s Degree in Counseling and Human Services, Indiana University South Bend Master’s in Divinity, Vanderbilt
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Lives in Bloomington with her spouse and three children
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This weekend I stood shoulder to shoulder with Hoosiers who refuse to accept fear in place of freedom, cruelty in place of care or unchecked power in place of democracy.![]()
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At more than 30 rallies across our state of Indiana, I saw the true power of community where thousands showed up—the people who don’t just talk about justice but live it, demand it and make it real. That’s the kind of leadership we need more of. Not crowns and commands but courage and compassion.![]()
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I don’t just support the people I serve—I show up. I listen. I march. I believe that elected office is about standing with those who feel unheard, unsafe or unseen—and refusing to back down when our rights are on the line.![]()
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Because here in Indiana we believe in liberty—not loyalty to power. We believe in people—not politics of control. And we’re not going anywhere.![]()
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#INForAll #NoKings #DemocracyInAction
If your home or business was affected by the recent tornado in Monroe County, help is here. A Disaster Loan Outreach Center is now open in Bloomington to support residents and small businesses with low-interest federal loans for recovery.![]()
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I’ve heard your stories—about damage, displacement and the long road ahead. I’ve pushed for every resource possible because you deserve support that matches the strength of this community.![]()
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📍 Location: Monroe County Emergency Management Office![]()
📅 Open through June 13![]()
🕘 Weekdays, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.![]()
📞 Can’t make it in person? Apply at disasterloanassistance.sba.gov ![]()
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Debris cleanup assistance:![]()
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Monroe County has several drop-off sites for tornado-related debris:![]()
-Lighthouse Christian Academy![]()
-Intersection of Harmony Road and Elwren Road![]()
-Intersection of E Jackson Creek Drive and S. Sandpiper Drive![]()
-Monroe County Debris Management Site (by appointment only)![]()
Call 812-349-2020 to schedule![]()
7740 North Fish Road, Bloomington![]()
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Each site has two dumpsters: one for yard/tree debris and one for house/construction debris. Please do not mix materials. More info: co.monroe.in.us![]()
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Please share this with your neighbors. No one should have to face recovery alone. #MonroeCountyStrong #INForAll #DisasterRecovery #HoosierHelp
Every year on Gun Violence Awareness Day, I remember why I joined the movement to wear orange years ago.![]()
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I wore orange for the end of school violence—because no child should fear going to class, no teacher should be forced to become a first responder, and no family should lose a loved one to preventable tragedy. ![]()
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Gun violence isn’t just a policy issue. It’s a public health crisis. And we owe it to our communities—especially our kids—to treat it like one.![]()
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#WearOrange #EndGunViolence #SafeSchools #INForAll
This moment has been decades in the making.![]()
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The expansion of our convention center is more than a local project—it will help us tell the story of who we are. A community with a rich history, a bold vision and a story worth telling.![]()
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For years, leaders, advocates and residents have worked to make this happen. Now, we’re one step closer to welcoming more people, more ideas and more opportunities into the heart of Monroe County.![]()
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This is one way to show the world who we are—and why we invite all to come be part of it. Thanks to Kaytee Lorentzen for the great photo!![]()
#INForAll #MonroeCounty #ConventionCenter #DecadesInTheMaking #CommunityForward
Grateful to join the Ellettsville Chamber of Commerce for a powerful conversation with local leaders and business owners. These aren’t just recap events—they’re a chance to connect policy with real lives.![]()
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We talked about what passed, what stalled, and what still needs to change. From education to public health to economic fairness, the 2025 session made one thing clear: when communities speak up, legislators listen.![]()
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Thanks to everyone who showed up early, asked thoughtful questions, and reminded me who I’m fighting for. Let’s keep raising the bar—together.![]()
#INForAll #Ellettsville #StatehouseToMainStreet
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