Republican State Senator Brian Buchanan filed paperwork Wednesday to seek election to his first full term in the Indiana State Senate, representing District 7. Buchanan was selected in 2018 by a caucus to replace former State Senator Brandt Hershman upon his retirement.
Senate District 7 is composed of White County and portions of Boone, Carroll, Clinton, Jasper, and Tippecanoe counties.
“I am honored to serve Hoosiers in District 7 in the Indiana State Senate,” Buchanan said. “My goal is to make good common-sense decisions that have a positive impact on Indiana and its future. I have been working hard for businesses, schools, farms and others throughout the district and I look forward to continue serving all constituents of Senate District 7 in the Indiana General Assembly.”
Buchanan said he is focused on many critical issues including:
• Ensuring efficient spending of our tax dollars;
• Keeping taxes low and decreasing regulations to attract jobs;
• Improving education by increasing opportunities for students, supporting teachers, and ensuring
schools are well-funded;
• Protecting local communities; and
• Supporting Indiana agriculture.
Upon his election to the Senate, Buchanan was appointed to the following Senate Committees by Senate President Pro Tem. Rod Bray (R-Martinsville): Agriculture, Education & Career Development, Natural Resources, and Tax & Fiscal Policy.
A graduate of Purdue University with a B.S. in Agriculture Education, Buchanan works for his family business, Buchanan Hauling and Rigging. He is active in many organizations including serving as a board member for AgrIInstitute and former chairman of the Indiana FFA Leadership Center Committee. In addition, he has served as a mentor for the Boone County Mentorship Program.