State Senator | District 40
Shelli Yoder
Assistant Minority 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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Hello neighbors, today’s the LAST day to register to vote! ⏰🗳️![]()
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Our future is shaped by the voices of all Hoosiers. Whether it’s about strengthening public education, expanding healthcare access or creating well-paying jobs, it all starts with YOU. If you haven’t registered yet, now’s the time! This is your chance to have a say in decisions at both the state and federal level.![]()
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It only takes a few minutes, but it’s your opportunity to make a difference for our families and communities. Let’s make sure every voice is heard and every vote counts! 💪🏽![]()
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Check your registration, share this reminder 📲 and let’s get it done!![]()
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Register here before it’s too late: bit.ly/3zWoMvR![]()
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#YourVoteMatters #LastDayToRegister #INForAll🚨Make your voice heard🚨![]()
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Today, Oct. 7, is the last day to register to vote in Indiana.![]()
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Ensure you are able to be involved with this upcoming election by visiting indianavoters.com to register today! #INForAll #YourVoteMatters
This is how we build stronger, healthier communities—by making sure everyone has a safe place to call home. I’ll be taking this energy and determination back to the Statehouse to continue fighting for housing solutions that work for all Hoosiers. Together, we can make lasting change. 💙 #CommunityStrong #INForAll ![]()
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🌟 Grateful to Attend the Hoosier Action Town Hall in Scottsburg🌟![]()
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I joined Hoosiers at the Hoosier Action Town Hall in Scottsburg, where we tackled critical issues like public education, affordable housing, maternal health and mental health. It was inspiring to hear from so many community members and leaders like Dr. Jennifer McCormick and Rep. Jennifer Meltzer.![]()
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I’m especially proud of the focus we placed on mental health and harm reduction, as these are vital to the well-being of our families and future generations. Conversations like these remind me how essential it is to work together for change, and I am always inspired by the passion and advocacy of Hoosiers dedicated to building a stronger, healthier Indiana.![]()
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Thank you to all who attended, especially the Bloomington constituents who rode the bus to join in! Your voices matter, and it’s through collective action that we can continue making strides toward a better future for all. 💪💙![]()
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#StrongerTogether #INForAll
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Open Letter from Senator Shelli Yoder ![]()
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Dear Neighbors, ![]()
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The landscape of healthcare in Indiana, particularly for women, has drastically changed in past year. The state’s abortion ban, once a political debate, is now a lived reality for thousands of Hoosier women. We have been hearing story after story of women being denied critical care, being forced to leave our state to seek the medical attention they need or enduring unnecessary and life-threatening suffering because lawmakers have decided they know better than women and their doctors. But these are not just stories; these are real people—our neighbors, friends, daughters, and mothers—who are being deeply impacted by this unjust law. They deserve better. ![]()
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I understand that people across Indiana are facing a multitude of pressing issues every day, from the rising cost of living and access to affordable childcare to the looming threat of the climate crisis. It’s easy to lose sight of this battle for reproductive freedom until you or someone you love is directly affected. But we cannot forget how vital this issue is. Doctors are leaving Indiana and other states with similar bans, choosing to practice in places where they can provide comprehensive care without fear of legal repercussions. This is not just a loss of healthcare providers—it’s a loss of access to critical services that every person in our state deserves. Access to miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy care before a life-threatening infection or critical bleeding, care to sustain a high-risk pregnancy to term, care for fibrosis and reproductive system cancers, and pregnancy-saving prenatal care – all at risk as OBGYNs flee states that politicize and criminalize their profession. And we must ask ourselves: When does this stop? How many more people must suffer before we recognize that every individual has a natural right to their own body, a right that cannot and should not be stripped away by the hands of politicians? ![]()
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Make no mistake, state abortion bans are not about saving lives—they are coming at the cost of lives. Women are being forced into dangerous, life-threatening situations because their healthcare decisions are no longer in their control. Families are being torn apart, children are losing a parent and the well-being of countless individuals is being compromised, all because of political ideology that disregards the real-world consequences for women’s health. How many more lives must be endangered before we acknowledge that this is a fundamental human right that should never have been up for debate? ![]()
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Indiana has always been known for its Hoosier Hospitality, for standing up for our communities and caring for one another. Yet, this abortion ban represents a betrayal of those very values. It takes away the freedom that women have over their own bodies, treating them as objects to be governed by political decisions rather than individuals deserving of dignity, compassion, and the right to make personal healthcare choices. How many more lives will be impacted, how many more families disrupted, before we recognize that this is a fundamental human right that should never have been questioned? ![]()
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If you’re looking for ways to make a difference, there are several actions you can take. First, educate yourself and those around you—awareness is the first step to creating change. Talk to your family and friends about the real impact of this law, and share the stories of women who have been affected. Second, support local organizations that provide healthcare and advocacy for women’s reproductive rights. Whether through donations or volunteer work, these groups need our help to continue fighting on the front lines. Finally, make your voice heard. Contact your local representatives, attend community meetings, and vote for candidates who believe in safeguarding reproductive freedom as well as following the democratic caucus for any important updates. Together, by raising our voices and taking action, we can push back against this unjust law and work to restore the freedoms that have been stripped away. ![]()
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With unwavering resolve, ![]()
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Shelli Yoder ![]()
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State Senator, District 40
What a great day for Ellettsville and Monroe County! 🎉![]()
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It was such a privilege to attend the ribbon cutting for the brand-new Boys and Girls Club in Ellettsville. Years in the making, this new space will offer a safe, welcoming environment for after-school care and programming for so many local kids. ![]()
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A huge thank you to the Richland-Bean Blossom School Corporation (RBBCSC) and incredible team of the Boys and Girls Club. This effort truly showcases what can happen when we work together across a community. From bipartisan support at the legislature to the involvement of the Ellettsville Chamber of Commerce, first responders, local unions, and area leaders, this is a true example of resilience, flexibility and community spirit.![]()
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We know the spectrum of need for our kids is diverse and great, and this club will help meet that need. It's a powerful reminder of how much we can accomplish when we prioritize our children and their future.![]()
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Here’s to a bright future for our children and our community! 🌟![]()
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#Ellettsville #BoysAndGirlsClub #INForAll
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