Kyle Walker announced Monday that he plans to run for re-election in the new Indiana Senate District 31, which includes large parts of Fishers and Lawrence.  Walker was first elected to the State Senate by a caucus vote about one year ago, replacing Jim Merritt.  Merritt retired from his seat.

Fishers Democrat Jocelyn Vare has announced her intention to run for the same state senate seat.

Walker has previously served on the Lawrence City Council and owns his own consulting business.

“Senator Walker has proven he’s a tireless and results-driven advocate for Fishers families and businesses,” Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness said in a Walker campaign news release. “In 2021 alone, he helped secure funding for the Fishers-based Internet of Things (IoT) lab to support our growing tech and entrepreneurial community. He also sponsored legislation to expand a pioneering Fishers Police Department and IMPD program that’s helping to reduce violent crime in the region and keep our community safe.”

The Walker campaign says it has already raised more than $305,000.

“The Central Indiana communities I represent, including Fishers, Lawrence and parts of Noblesville, are seeing tremendous growth and momentum, and we can’t let up now,” Walker said. “In the Senate, I will continue to focus on creating the best environment to start and operate a business, grow jobs and bring investment to our region, as well as improve quality of life for our residents. I’m grateful for the support we’ve received and eager to continue working together to ensure our communities, businesses and families in Senate District 31 thrive.”

The Senate District 31 seat will be up for election in 2022.