State Senator | District 4

Rodney Pol

Minority Caucus Chair
Senator Rodney Pol
Proudly Serving District 4

Indiana Senate District 4 encompasses portions of northern Porter County including Burns Harbor, Chesterton, Porter and Portage as well as portions of LaPorte County including Michigan City and Westville.

Senator Rodney Pol

Elected

2021

Occupation

Attorney

Education

Juris Doctor Degree, Indiana University in Indianapolis

Acknowledgements

  • First Latino candidate elected to the Indiana State Senate
  • Fellow, Bowhay Institute for Legislative Leadership Development
  • Personal

    Lives in Chesterton with his wife and two children

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    Posts from Senator Rodney Pol

    Yesterday, in the Corrections and Criminal Law Committee, we heard from many students across Indiana college campuses about Senate Bill 74. I am very impressed with these students' advocacy on a topic that directly affects them and their fellow students. This bill will incentivize students to call 911 when they see another student in a health emergency without the fear that they will get arrest ... See MoreSee Less
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    📢 This week, our leadership team met with USW District Director Mike Millsap, Assistant Director Loretta Tyler and Rapid Response Coordinator Jerome Davison to discuss the Nippon Steel merger and its impact on workers and communities in northern Indiana, as well as pending legislation being proposed this session. 🤝 We’re committed to standing with the Steelworkers and ensuring that the voices ... See MoreSee Less
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    Today marks week two of "Pol's Polls!" This week, we are discussing Senate Bill 123 authored by Sen. Alexander, which will limit unemployment benefits from 26 weeks to 14 weeks. I want to keep YOU updated and get YOUR input in a respectful and thoughtful way. For more information, watch my video below! Comment below your thoughts and perspective!See bill here: iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/ ... See MoreSee Less
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    This year I want to keep YOU updated and get YOUR input in a respectful and thoughtful way. I’m going to try to highlight at least one bill per week to get your thoughts.This week, I had the opportunity to serve on the Judiciary Committee, where we reviewed several important bills. One of the bills we discussed was SB 11: Minor Access and Use of Social Media. This legislation aims to restrict a ... See MoreSee Less
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    Yesterday was the first day of Session! I am excited to get started this session working hard to bring your voices to the statehouse. If you haven't already taken my legislative survey let me know your priorities for session: bit.ly/40poeJsTo stay up to date with my office, sign up for my newsletter here: bit.ly/420QpQf ... See MoreSee Less
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    Yesterday I filed my first bills for the 2025 Legislative Session. I am working on initiatives like establishing paid family leave, legalization of cannabis, expanding compassionate release and raising unemployment benefits.

    These proposals reflect a commitment to addressing the needs of our communities and across the state. Stay tuned for more updates as we gear up for the session! #INForAll

    Big news for Michigan City! Congrats to Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch on the Indiana State Prison site transfer. Over the next 5 years, this decommissioning marks a historic step toward economic growth. Can’t wait to see the amazing plans ahead! #INForAll

    Drowning is a leading cause of death among kids, yet water safety gets less attention than fire safety. We all know “stop, drop, and roll,” but what about “flip, float, and follow”? Water safety education saves lives. #INForAll

    New bill calls for water safety education in Indiana schools

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