State
State Senator, 17th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state senator votes on Indiana laws and the state budget in the General Assembly.
Taxes & budget
Chris ParkerRepublican
- Supports further property tax reform and assessment transparency.
Cynthia M. WehrDemocratic
No documented position found.
Public safety
Chris ParkerRepublican
- Supports cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
- Opposes any new limits on gun rights.
Cynthia M. WehrDemocratic
No documented position found.
Education
Chris ParkerRepublican
- Supports school choice with funding following the student.
Cynthia M. WehrDemocratic
- Supports investing in public school students and teachers.
Economy & jobs
Chris ParkerRepublican
- Opposes relocating a casino to the area.
Cynthia M. WehrDemocratic
- Supports a cap on utility rates.
Environment & parks
Chris ParkerRepublican
- Opposes large solar, wind and carbon sequestration projects.
Cynthia M. WehrDemocratic
- Opposes new data centers and solar farms.
Health & human services
Chris ParkerRepublican
No documented position found.
Cynthia M. WehrDemocratic
- Supports expanding access to care and lowering costs.
Government & transparency
Chris ParkerRepublican
- Supports local home rule over state consolidation.
Cynthia M. WehrDemocratic
- Supports fair elections and accessible polling places.
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