
Travis Holdman
Republican | Indiana
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Travis Holdman
Party
Republican
Election Year
2026
Election
Republican Primary
Race
State Senator, District 19
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, IN, J.D., 1990
University of St. Francis, Fort Wayne, IN, M.S., 1977
Southeast Missouri State U., Cape Girardeau, MO, B.A., 1972
WORK & MILITARY
Holdman Law/Holdman Consult, Owner, 2008 to present
Indiana Senate, State Senator, 2008 to present
MarkleBank/IAB Financial Bank, President & CEO, 1996-2008
Lautzenheiser Myers and Holdman, Partner, 1990-1996
AFFILIATIONS
Youth For Christ/USA, National Foundation Board Member, 1996 to present
Tower Life Center, Elder Board, 2021 to present
Wesleyan Covenant Association, Charter Member, 2008 -2015
BiG/JAW Chapter Youth for Christ, Board Chair/Member, 1990-1996
Huntington University, Board of Trustees/Foundation Chair, 1996-2000
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
County Council 2008, 2007- 2008
State Senate, 2008-2026
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
State Senate District 19, 2026-
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (47)
State Republican Party Organizations (2025)
Brett Clark (2024)
Chris Garten (2024)
Dave Heine (2024)
John (J.D) Prescott (2024)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (31)
Eric Doden (2024)
Hoosiers for Great Public Schools (2024)
Hoosiers for Quality Education (2024)
John (J.D) Prescott (2024)
Long Political Action Committee LLC (2024)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (4)
International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers (2025)
Stand for Children (2025)
Taft Stettinius & Hollister (2024)
International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (2021)
OTHER INFORMATION
Voted Yes on SB 20 This is an amendment to a bill in the Indiana House that would have added special protections for sexual orientation and gender identity into state law. Voted Yes on Rules Committee Roll Call SB 344 This bill would have created special protections for "sexual orientation" statewide and would have repealed Indiana's RFRA (Religious Freedom Restoration Act).
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
I support the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, which requires health care providers to provide life-saving treatment for infants who survive an attempted abortion.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
When life of the mother is determined to be at risk
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
I promise to protect the freedom of Christians to share the Gospel and to practice Biblical principles.
Yes
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
Religious beliefs should not be forced on others. We should be free to exercise our religious beliefs.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Through programs such as health care sharing ministries for believers and similarly organized health care sharing programs for others. Continue Medicare for the aged and disabled with limited benefits.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Disagree
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Non-essential government services.
IMMIGRATION
I am in favor of construction of a wall and other necessary infrastructure on our border that gives complete control over entering and exiting the United States.
Strongly Agree
State and federal funds should be denied to any public or private entity, including but not limited to sanctuary cities, that are not in compliance with immigration laws.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Immigrants who follow the rule of law for immigration laws as they currently exist.
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
Teachers should be allowed to carry guns as long as they are trained on how to use them.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
There should not be any restrictions on gun ownership except for felons and others prohibited by current law.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
Continuing the work on property tax reform. Continue the reduction in personal income taxes. Support for Article V convention of states to address the national debt crisis.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
ABOUT YOU
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, which of the following best describes you overall?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I am for limited government, fiscal responsibility, and federalism. I believe that our strength, as a nation, is found in our traditional family unit that practice charity, faith and family values.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have been a leader in my church, been a deputy prosecutor, bank CEO and small business owner . I have a master degree in counseling and a law degree. I have served in the Indiana Senate since 2008 where I am currently Caucus Chairman and serve as chair of the Tax and Fiscal Policy Committee.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No, I have not.
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I was the eighth of eight children from meager beginnings. My parents were hard working church-going solid Christians. Our life growing up was all about hard work, faith and giving to others.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality that is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe we are saved by grace and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. I believe we are called to give a life of service and sacrifice as believers in the Gospel. I believe we are compelled to live at peace with others through grace and mercy.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
I personally don't believe that racism is rampant in our country. I do believe there will be outliers that carry out evil and are a threat to our security, but in a very limited way.
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