Background
Ryan Lauer graduated from Indiana University with a B.S. in biochemistry. He has served on the Bartholomew County Council after being elected in 2010, and in 2014, he was named the president of the council. Lauer also served as the Bartholomew County Sheriff's Merit Board and Community Corrections Advisory Board. Other than his public service, Lauer has career experience as a technical specialist at Cummins. He has been involved in the American Chemical Society, the National Rifle Association, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.[1]
Campaign themes
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Lauer's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[9]
Pro-Life
Excerpt: "Ryan is strongly pro-life and believe all lives are precious and we should do whatever we can to change hearts and minds and protect innocent children who have innate constitutional rights."
Education
Excerpt: "Ryan believes the most important issue our Legislature must get right is to ensure that every child has the best opportunity to receive a high quality education in Indiana. He trusts Hoosier parents with the flexibility and understanding to exercise school choice and control over where and how their children are educated."
Lower Taxes
Excerpt: "Ryan has proposed a comprehensive 10-year road and infrastructure plan to deal with the long term challenges of maintaining our transportation and safety needs across the state."
Jobs & Economy
Excerpt: "Ryan will work hard to encourage business growth and a vibrant, diverse economy. He will focus on bringing new sectors of industry to Indiana such as Healthcare, Information Technology, and Logistics– ensuring Hoosiers have more opportunities for good-paying jobs."
2nd Amendment
Excerpt: "Ryan is a strong supporter of the 2nd amendment which guarantees the right of the people to keep and bear arms that cannot be infringed. This fundamental right must be protected for all Hoosiers, and he will defend your rights to protect yourself and your family."
On the 2026 ballot
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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.
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