Indiana State Senate 2026
One Indiana. One Future.
Luke Medvegy for Indiana State Senate, District 27
- A campaign grounded in service, leadership, and results.
Leading Through Service
23 Years of Proven Leadership
Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel with combat operations experience across 40+ countries. Former Instructor at U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, teaching Strategy and Force Management to America's next generation of senior military leaders.
Transitioned to Fortune 500 leadership as a Chief of Staff for the Global Supply Chain and Business Intelligence initiatives. Now CEO of Business Navigators, providing strategic consulting to help organizations scale.
2025 Indiana Vetrepreneur of the Year — recognized for mentoring veterans and strengthening Indiana's economic ecosystem.
District 27: At a Crossroads
Economic Transition
Bridging traditional manufacturing with emerging tech and renewable energy sectors to create sustainable jobs for the next generation.
Brain Drain Challenge
Our youth are leaving for opportunities elsewhere. We need to give them reasons to stay and build their futures here in Wayne, Henry, and Union Counties.
Veteran Density
Significant military family population facing fragmented federal-state support systems. They deserve a legislator who understands their needs firsthand.
Infrastructure Pressure
Aging systems require strategic investment and modern solutions, not just patchwork fixes.
Three Pillars for One Indiana
Innovation
Attracting global industry to District 27 to broaden our tax base and reduce the burden on local families. We'll leverage strategic partnerships to bring Fortune 500 companies to East-Central Indiana.
Education
Equipping students with STEM skills and values, not just standardized tests. Stop overtesting, start teaching. Prepare our children for the AI-driven economy with real-world readiness.
Unity
Raising up our "Everyday Heroes" veterans, first responders, teachers, and small business owners who make our communities strong every single day.
Policy Priority: Education Reform
Veterans to Teachers Pathway
Military spouses and veterans with teaching experience deserve a streamlined path to Indiana classrooms. My plan creates 3-5 year emergency licenses and priority hiring while completing full licensure requirements.
STEAM-Focused Curriculum
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math preparation for an AI-driven economy. Less bureaucracy, more innovation. Less testing, more learning.
Fortune 500 Fiscal Discipline
01
Apply Business Intelligence Metrics
Use data-driven tools to identify wasteful state spending with surgical precision
02
Attract New Industry
Broaden the tax base by bringing Fortune 100-500 companies to District 27
03
Reduce Individual Burden
Lower taxes on families by sharing the load with corporate partners
04
Performance-Based Accountability
Every state dollar must demonstrate measurable return on investment
Bottom Line: Hoosiers are already paying enough. Fight to end vehicle taxes. Stop penalizing our rural Hoosiers. It's time to run state government like a business - with discipline, accountability, and results.
A Veteran-Ready Indiana
Remove Credentialing Barriers
If you were a combat medic serving our nation, you should be able to serve in a Wayne County clinic on day one.
Leverage IVMF Partnership
As a Ambassador, I'll bring proven veteran entrepreneurship businesses and programs statewide.
Create Career Pathways
Connect military skills directly to civilian opportunities without bureaucratic delay.
The Everyday Hero Coalition
The Veteran Network
American Legion, VFW, and student veteran organizations form the backbone of our grassroots outreach.
Small Business & Tech
The "Vetrepreneur" community building a pro-growth business alliance for economic development.
Purple/ White/ Gold Star Families
Military families requiring stable, high-quality education and local career pathways for their children.
Training, Hiring, and Innovating to Empower Everyday
Hoosiers in Our Districts.
Training
Developing essential skills and providing accessible learning pathways to prepare Hoosiers for future opportunities.
Hiring
Creating employment opportunities and fostering robust career pathways within our local districts for all Hoosiers.
Innovation
Building and fostering a culture of creativity and technological advancement in District 27, driven by local talent.
The Strategic Ask
1
Your Strategic Advice
District-specific policy insights and local knowledge that only longtime Wayne County residents can provide.
2
Your Introductions
Connections to community influencers, business leaders, and grassroots organizers who share our vision.
3
Your Partnership
Join us in building the most veteran-heavy campaign team in Indiana history, a movement built on service, not politics. But benefits all Hoosiers.
I'm not running to "be" someone. I'm running to "do" something for the people of East-Central Indiana.
Filing Date: February 6, 2026 | Primary Election: May 5, 2026
