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According to Hamilton County Republican lawmakers, Hoosier students who are interested in learning more about state government are invited to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.
House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) said pages can watch the legislative process in person, tour the historic Statehouse building and interact with their state representative.
“I hope to see several students from Hamilton County serve as House pages this session,” Huston said. “This program offers an invaluable experience to young Hoosiers and often inspires the next generation of state leaders.”
The full-day program is available for students who are 13 to 18 years old. State Rep. Chris Jeter (R-Fishers) said pages are permitted by Indiana law to receive a one-day excused absence from school for their participation.
“Pages see the pace, responsibility and teamwork that go into each legislative day,” Jeter said. “Spending time at the Statehouse helps students understand how decisions are made and the work that happens behind each law.”
State Rep. Danny Lopez (R-Carmel) said the program offers students a unique experience to learn more about how Indiana’s legislature operates.
“By participating in the House page program, students gain a better understanding of how laws are made and the role citizens play in Indiana’s government,” Lopez said. “Pages get a hands-on look at the legislative process and an early introduction to public service. I encourage students from my community to apply.”
The program has opportunities every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday until the end of the legislative session. Eligible students and their parents are encouraged to submit an application corresponding with the date they would like to page. Pages are scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on their chosen day, and groups serve together on Wednesdays. State Rep. Alaina Shonkwiler (R-Noblesville) said to schedule a group, contact the page program director at (317) 232-9410 or pageprogram@iga.in.gov.
“Pages have been visiting the Statehouse for years learning and watching the legislative process,” Shonkwiler said. “I encourage all eligible students to take advantage of this unique opportunity to interact with their lawmakers.”
Students are responsible for their own lunch and transportation to and from the Statehouse in Indianapolis.
“The page program is a unique experience that young Hoosiers should not pass up,” said State Rep. Hunter Smith (R-Zionsville). “Students get the chance to witness the legislative process in person, and I encourage those who are interested to apply.”
For more information and to apply, visit IndianaHouseRepublicans.com/PageProgram.