Scott Alexander (Indiana politician)

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Scott Alexander
Member of the Indiana Senate
from the 26th district
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Political party Republican
SpouseValerie
Children2

Scott Alexander is an American Republican politician serving the 26th district in the Indiana Senate. He was elected to the position in the 2022 election against Democratic opponent Melanie Wright. [1] [2] He currently serves on three committees: Judiciary, Local Government, and Natural Resources. [3]

Alexander owns Alexander & Company Real Estate Appraisers. [4] He graduated from Delta High School in 1984.

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References

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  2. "Two Republicans vie to serve Delaware, Randolph counties in new state Senate District 26". The Star Press. Retrieved June 7, 2023.
  3. "Scott Alexander". Indiana Senate Republicans. Retrieved June 7, 2023.
  4. "Scott Alexander (Indiana)". Ballotpedia. Retrieved June 7, 2023.