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D Indiana Senate · District 29

Sen. J.D. Ford

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Total votes
1,521
all sessions
Attendance
84%
249 missed
Lower than 86% of chamber peers
With party
97%
of cast votes
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Bipartisan score
2%
crosses aisle rarely
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Sponsored
761
bills & resolutions
Higher than 96% of chamber peers
Committees
8
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761 bills and resolutions

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761
Primary
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Co-sponsor SR 33
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Honoring Dan Huge.

Maddy summarySR 33 is a ceremonial Senate Resolution honoring Dan Huge upon his retirement from public service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, rights, or responsibilities. The resolution was authored by Senators Mishler and Bray, adopted by voice vote on February 17, 2026, and has multiple co-authors. This procedural resolution serves only to formally recognize Dan Huge's retirement.

Passed Feb 17, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SR 50
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Honoring Senator J.D. Ford upon his retirement.

Maddy summarySR 50 is a Senate resolution adopted on February 17, 2026, honoring Senator J.D. Ford upon his retirement from the Senate. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or groups; it is a ceremonial resolution to recognize his service. The resolution was coauthored by multiple senators and passed unanimously via voice vote. This is a procedural measure with no substantive policy changes.

Passed Feb 17, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Primary SR 48
Passed · Indiana Senate · Lead sponsor
Honoring flight attendants.

Maddy summarySR 48 is a ceremonial Senate Resolution honoring flight attendants for their service. Authored by Senator Ford J.D. and adopted by voice vote on February 16, 2026, it formally recognizes flight attendants' contributions but does not create new laws or affect any policies. This resolution has no binding effect or practical impact on regulations, funding, or individual rights.

Passed Feb 16, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Co-sponsor SCR 18
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Honoring the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 481.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors IBEW Local 481 for 63 years of maintaining electrical lighting on Monument Circle in Indianapolis. It is a ceremonial gesture with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or regulations. The bill serves solely to recognize the union's long-term service to the community. As a procedural resolution, it does not establish new requirements or affect any laws.

Passed Feb 16, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SR 47
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Honoring Senator Andy Zay upon his retirement from the Indiana Senate.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally honors Senator Andy Zay for his service upon his retirement from the Indiana Senate. It has no policy impact and serves as a ceremonial tribute to his legislative career. The resolution was introduced by Senators Buchanan and Doriot, adopted by voice vote, and co-authored by numerous senators. It does not create new laws or affect any specific policies or constituents.

Passed Feb 16, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SR 35
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Recognizing National Engineers Week.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 35) formally recognizes National Engineers Week through a symbolic gesture by the Senate. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or directly affect any individuals or groups. The resolution simply expresses the Senate's acknowledgment of National Engineers Week, a national observance celebrating engineering achievements. It was introduced and adopted by voice vote with broad co-sponsorship.

Passed Feb 16, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SR 49
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Honoring Senator Andrea Hunley on her retirement.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 49) is a ceremonial Senate Resolution honoring Senator Andrea Hunley for her service upon her retirement. It was adopted unanimously by voice vote on February 16, 2026, with multiple senators coauthoring the resolution. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies or constituents. The resolution serves solely to recognize Senator Hunley's contributions to the Senate.

Passed Feb 16, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor HCR 12
Passed · Indiana House · Co-sponsor
Honoring Cindy Hoye for her longstanding service to the Indiana State Fair Commission.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution honoring Cindy Hoye for her service to the Indiana State Fair Commission. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals; it is a symbolic gesture of recognition. The resolution was introduced by Rep. Porter and Sen. Leising, passed its first reading, and was referred to the Senate. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses legislative appreciation without implementing any concrete policy changes.

Passed Feb 13, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SR 45
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Honoring Greg Gordon upon his retirement from the Indiana Senate.

Maddy summarySR 45 is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring Senator Greg Gordon for his service upon his retirement from the Indiana Senate. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, rights, or individuals; it solely serves as a formal tribute to his legislative career. The resolution was introduced and unanimously adopted by the Indiana Senate on February 12, 2026.

Passed Feb 12, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SR 21
Passed · Indiana Senate · Co-sponsor
Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Maddy summarySR 21 is a ceremonial Senate Resolution celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence's signing. It has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents; it is purely symbolic, expressing recognition of this historical milestone. The resolution was introduced by Senator Koch and adopted unanimously by voice vote on February 12, 2026, with 39 senators added as coauthors.

Passed Feb 12, 2026 1 co-sponsor
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