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D Indiana Senate · District 29

Sen. J.D. Ford

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Total votes
1,939
all sessions
Attendance
91%
169 missed
Lower than 91% of chamber peers
With party
97%
of cast votes
Near the chamber average
Bipartisan score
2%
crosses aisle rarely
Near the chamber average
Sponsored
761
bills & resolutions
Higher than 96% of chamber peers
Committees
8
assignments
761 bills and resolutions

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761
Primary
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Co-sponsor SB 33
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Consumer genetic testing providers.

Provides that a person may not discriminate against an individual on the basis of the individual's solicitation and use of consumer genetic testing services or on the basis of the results of genetic testing performed by a provider of consumer genetic testing services (provider). Requires a provider to disclose specified information to an individual who submits biological material to the provider for genetic testing. Prohibits a provider that performs, or causes to be performed, genetic testing on an individual's biological material from: (1) taking specified actions with regard to: (A) the biological material; or (B) data resulting from genetic testing performed on the biological material; unless the provider has solicited and received the individual's consent to the action; or (2) providing data, other than deidentified data, resulting from genetic testing performed on the individual's biological material to: (A) an insurer; (B) a business that provides information or data to insurers for the purposes of underwriting or rating of risks; or (C) the individual's employer. Imposes requirements on a provider with respect to: (1) controlling access to an individual's biological material and data; (2) complying with the individual's revocation of consent with regard to the individual's biological material and data; and (3) marketing or advertising sent to the individual as a result of the individual's solicitation and use of the provider's genetic testing services or use of a website or other remote or virtual service associated with the provider's genetic testing services. Provides that a provider may not charge a fee for the provision of biological material or data resulting from genetic testing performed on biological material: (1) to a law enforcement agency on the basis of a search warrant; or (2) as required by a court order; that is more than the provider's actual cost of providing the material or data. Provides for enforcement of the bill's provisions by the attorney general.

Passed Mar 13, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Primary SCR 13
Passed · Indiana Senate · Lead sponsor
Urging INDOT to rename the portion of I-65 between mile marker 137 and 138 the "Deputy Jacob M. Pickett Memorial Mile".

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename the portion of I-65 between mile marker 137 and 138 in Boone County the "Deputy Jacob M. Pickett Memorial Mile".

Passed Mar 13, 2025 0 co-sponsors
Co-sponsor HCR 27
Passed · Indiana House · Co-sponsor
Recognizing March 18, 2025, as Indiana Senior Day at the Indiana Statehouse.

Maddy summaryHCR 27 is a symbolic resolution designating March 18, 2025, as "Indiana Senior Day" at the Indiana Statehouse. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group with policy changes; it simply recognizes seniors through a formal statehouse observance. The resolution has no funding requirements or regulatory mechanisms, as it is purely commemorative. This procedural bill has moved through initial readings but does not alter existing policies or obligations.

Passed Mar 13, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SCR 4
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Honoring the National Coalition of 100 Black Women.

Maddy summarySCR 4 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Indianapolis Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. It formally recognizes the organization's community work and contributions. As a concurrent resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy, but serves as an official expression of appreciation from the legislature. The resolution was introduced by Senator Jackson L and co-authored by multiple senators.

Passed Mar 13, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SR 38
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Honoring Dr. Crystal Reynolds.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 38) formally honors Dr. Crystal Reynolds for her contributions, without creating any legal requirements or policy changes. It is a non-binding symbolic gesture recognizing her work, as is typical for commemorative resolutions. The resolution was introduced by Senator Goode and adopted unanimously by voice vote on March 6, 2025. It directly affects no individuals or entities through legislative action, as it serves only to express legislative recognition.

Passed Mar 6, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SR 27
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Memorializing Senator Earline Rogers.

Maddy summarySR 27 is a ceremonial Senate Resolution honoring Senator Earline Rogers. It serves as a formal tribute to her service and does not create any new laws or affect policy. This resolution has no substantive provisions or impact beyond expressing recognition.

Passed Mar 4, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor HB 1241
Passed · Indiana House · Co-sponsor
Trauma informed care.

Establishes the trauma informed care commission (commission). Provides that the commission shall identify, evaluate, and make recommendations regarding best practices and research models with respect to children, youth, and families who have experienced trauma. Requires the commission to submit a report to the office of the secretary of family and social services and to the general assembly. Urges the legislative council to assign to an appropriate study committee the task of studying various issues regarding teachers and education.

Passed Mar 4, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SCR 15
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Honoring Indiana 4-H.

Maddy summarySCR 15 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Indiana 4-H and designating February 11, 2025, as Indiana 4-H Day at the Statehouse. It directly recognizes the Indiana 4-H organization and its youth development work. The resolution has no binding policy impact and serves only to formally acknowledge the group's contributions. It passed unanimously in both chambers with no substantive provisions.

Passed Mar 4, 2025 1 co-sponsor
Primary SB 252
Passed · Indiana Senate · Lead sponsor
Boone County innkeeper's tax.

Authorizes Boone County to impose its innkeeper's tax at a rate of 8% under the uniform innkeeper's tax statute (instead of 5% under current law) and provides that the increase to the tax rate expires January 1, 2047.

Passed Mar 3, 2025 0 co-sponsors
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