SR 17 Indiana Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Memorializing Richard Young.

This Senate Resolution (SR 17) honors the late State Senator Richard D. Young, Jr., who served Indiana's District 47 for decades, including as Senate Minority Leader. The resolution memorializes his lifetime of service to his community and the State of Indiana, acknowledging his roles as a legislator, rural caucus co-founder, and longtime Crawford County official. It directs the Senate Secretary to send copies of the resolution to his widow, Ashira Young. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or procedural mechanisms beyond formal recognition.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 9, 2026 Last action Feb 9, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Feb 9, 2026
Upper · Passed
First reading: adopted standing vote
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1 primary · 49 co-sponsors

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