@shelliyoder

Mom. Educator. State Senator. Follow @SenatorYoder for official updates. she/her.

 Monroe County, Indiana
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Joined May 2009
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As Senate Minority Leader, I’m committed to serving Hoosiers with integrity, compassion, and purpose. Together, we can build a stronger, brighter future for everyone in our state. Let’s move forward, together. 💙 #INForAll #ForIndiana
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The Indiana Senate Democratic Caucus announces the leadership team for the upcoming 124th General Assembly.
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Honored to attend IU’s Veterans Day event today, celebrating the strength, resilience & commitment of our veterans. Their sacrifices shape the freedoms we cherish. To those who’ve served—thank you for your service, strength & sacrifice. Today & always, we honor you. #VeteransDay
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Proud moment for Indiana! 🎉 Congrats to @emilwakim, a true Hoosier and Bloomington native, for joining the cast of SNL! 🌟Emil’s success is a shining example of Hoosier talent. We’re all cheering for you! #HoosierPride #SNL Check out more here: tinyurl.com/yyw7pspn
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To every single Hoosier who has reached out to lawmakers & offered feedback on the ongoing high school diploma redesign: Thank you. The changes outlined here are proof that your voice truly does matter at every step of the way in the policymaking process. [1/2] #INSenDems
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I'm as concerned as anyone about the fencing off of the expressive space that for generations has been prized in Dunn Meadow. As I've said from the beginning—free speech rights have been historically upheld by our university. They should be upheld today. tinyurl.com/2s3mhv66

UPDATED: IU clears pro-Palestine encampment in Dunn Meadow

IU set up fencing surrounding the meadow as it receives “extensive repairs.”

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After hearing from so many of you about your questions and concerns regarding Indiana's high school diploma redesign, @SenatorJDFord & I have turned your comments into a formal letter and submitted to the IDOE today. Thank you for your role in this process!
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Assistant Caucus Leader Sen. Shelli Yoder & Caucus Chair Sen. J.D. Ford, both members of the Senate Education Committee, sent a letter today to the Indiana Department of Education communicating constituents' concerns about the high school diploma redesign process. Read more here:
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We had a great turnout Saturday for our first high school diploma redesign listening session! Thank you to all District 40 community members who were able to join the talk. Reminder that the virtual session is tonight at 5PM! Please register via Zoom here: tinyurl.com/2w377644
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I invite District 40 neighbors to join myself & education advocates for listening sessions in the coming days to share YOUR ideas & concerns about the redesign of our high school graduation requirements! In-Person 7.27: fb.me/e/7BwWQVcXV Online 7.29: fb.me/e/21QjqdPFe
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I am appalled at the events that unfolded yesterday in Pennsylvania. No one participating in our democracy at any level or side of the aisle should have to fear violence. My heart goes out to those affected, and I join all Americans in rejecting violence and praying for peace.
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Happy Fourth, District 40!
IN Senate Democrats@INSenDems4 Jul 2024
In 1776, our nation's founders unanimously declared American independence to the world. The Declaration is an enduring statement of political equality, asserting that no one—not even a king—could be above the law, and that we are all born free. Happy 4th of July, Hoosiers! 🎇🇺🇸🦅
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Alert Monroe County: Bottled Water Distribution. Any residence in need of bottled water can go to the Sherwood Oaks Christian Church, 2700 E Rogers Rd., until 7pm this evening, June 27, or from 2pm to 8pm on June 28 to receive water.
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We are all feeling the impact of yesterday's severe storms. Monroe County is under a local disaster declaration and tens of thousands of homes are still without power. Officials ask that anyone impacted by the storm & in need of shelter call 812-349-2546. tinyurl.com/3xjh5ktv

Local disaster declaration issued after storms damage Monroe County

The storms blew through the state between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., with winds near 80 mph reported in Monroe County.

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Two years ago today, the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade upended reproductive rights & freedoms across America. Shortly thereafter Indiana became the first state to pass a near-total ban on abortion. My piece in @indystar today warns about what could come next:
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After banning abortion, Republicans want to take away birth control access in Indiana indystar.com/story/opinion/2…

After banning abortion, Republicans want to take away birth control access in Indiana

The end of abortion rights is only a piece of a larger, creeping attack on reproductive health care, state Sen. Shelli Yoder writes.

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So proud to be part of a full house at tonight’s hearing in Bloomington on Duke Energy’s proposed rate increase. The message is clear: high energy prices are already too much for seniors, schools, and working families. Hoosiers cannot & will not quietly accept even higher costs.
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Gender affirming healthcare is lifesaving healthcare. I urge all Bloomington City Council members to stand with our transgender residents & declare that they are valued, welcomed members of our community at tonight's critical vote. Read my full statement: bit.ly/3yZdgzb
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I was proud to sponsor HB 1053 because it's past time to have the conversation about fentanyl test strips in Indiana and bring clarity to the local communities who are on the front lines of the opioid epidemic. Let's end the ambiguity: testing saves lives. bit.ly/3Xiwv0O

Local governments hand out fentanyl test strips, but they could be illegal in Indiana

Drug recovery experts say fentanyl and other test strips can save lives. They say confusion over whether the strips are legal negatively impacts overdose prevention.

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Childcare costs in Indiana are too high for working families. While the Legislature took some limited action this year, I look forward to using the 2025 budget to advance real solutions for working Hoosier families. We must address this growing problem. wrtv.com/news/state-news/chi…

Childcare costs more than rent, Indiana among 11 states feeling the financial burden

INDIANAPOLIS — Childcare costs are more expensive than rent in 11 states and Indiana is one of them, according to one childcare watch dog group. Doris Jones knows firsthand how hard that financial...

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The letters & statement issued today targeting Monroe County and other municipalities are simply the latest ploy from our Attorney General to take advantage of Hoosiers, threaten minority groups, and misrepresent our communities for his own political gain. bit.ly/3X2jjgg

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Senators Taylor, Yoder, Randolph, and Vinzant Criticize AG Rokita's Threats...

INDIANAPOLIS—Early this morning, Attorney General Todd Rokita sent letters to authorities in Indiana municipalities including East Chicago, Gary, and Monroe County threatening future legal action...

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On Saturday, I heard of more arrests of students & faculty on campus amid reports State Police had further escalated tensions. I went to Dunn Meadow to monitor police activity and see for myself what demonstrators were experiencing. A quick 🧵(1/3) bit.ly/3Wk4JR5
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