Martz and Patterson are on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Names follow official Fayette County election filings.
Victoria C. Martz (Democratic), Lindsay Patterson (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Indiana House District 55; Lindsay Patterson is the sitting member, per the General Assembly caucus rosters. Democratic and Republican nominees were chosen at the May 5 primary; Libertarian nominees at the party's convention. The field is the Secretary of State's 2026 general election candidate list (updated August 27, 2026). This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
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Martz is a criminal defense attorney who graduated from IU Law School and passed the bar in 2019, representing young people and adults, per the campaign site. Martz grew up between Milan and Batesville in Ripley County and lives in Batesville, per the campaign site.
Lindsay Patterson is the Republican incumbent for Indiana House District 55, serving since 2022 and currently Assistant Majority Caucus Chair, per Indiana House Republicans. She was born and raised in Brookville and works as a dental hygienist in Greendale, per Indiana House Republicans. No campaign website was found as of September 21, 2026.
Who is running for Indiana House District 55 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for Indiana House District 55 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Victoria C. Martz and Lindsay Patterson. Candidate information follows official Fayette County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Indiana House District 55 election in Indiana?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Indiana are on the Indiana election hub at theballotbrief.com.
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Candidate roster from official Fayette County and state election office filings. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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