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.

State Senator | District 29

J.D. Ford

About Senator Ford

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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    We cannot stand by while history is erased and discrimination is excused.Proud to stand with my colleagues calling out this dangerous pattern and demanding better for all Hoosiers.Read more here: ⬇️ ... See MoreSee Less
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    Beginning May 7, 2025, all Hoosiers will need a Real ID or another TSA-approved form of identification to board domestic flights or enter certain federal facilities. This change comes from a federal law designed to strengthen ID requirements for travel and security. If your current license or ID doesn’t have a star in the upper right corner, it’s not a Real ID. You can upgrade at your local BMV ... See MoreSee Less

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    Hi Friends-When entering the 56th Street entrance, just let the guard shack know that you are visiting our event and they will wave you through.Hi friends! Happy to announce this year’s picnic fun and tree saplings giveaway! 📍 Beach Pavilion at Eagle Creek (7840 W 56th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254) 🗓️ April 26th, 2025 ⌚12 PM to 2 PM 🌭 Food and treats will be available to all while supplies las ... See MoreSee Less

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    We cannot stand by while history is erased and discrimination is excused.

    Proud to stand with my colleagues calling out this dangerous pattern and demanding better for all Hoosiers.

    Read more here: ⬇️

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    Starting May 7, 2025, all Hoosiers will need a Real ID or another TSA-approved form of identification to board domestic flights or enter some federal facilities. Avoid the stress of last-minute travel issues!

    Read up on the requirements here: http://dhs.gov/real-id

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