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Randy Maxwell

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Randy Maxwell
Member of the Indiana Senate
from the 43rd district
Assumed office
September 28, 2023
Preceded byChip Perfect
Personal details
BornLogan, Indiana, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
EducationIndiana University
College football career
PositionTight end
Career history
College

Randy Maxwell is an American politician serving as a member of the Indiana Senate from the 43rd district. He assumed office on September 28, 2023.[1]

Academic and Athletic Journey

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Maxwell gained recognition for his outstanding performance on the football field during his time at East Central High School. Following his success in high school, he seamlessly transitioned to the collegiate level, where he demonstrated his prowess as a tight end for the Indiana University team.[2] Throughout his academic journey at Indiana, Maxwell excelled not only in athletics but also in his studies, earning degrees in finance and entrepreneurship.[1]

Career

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Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels appointed Maxwell to the Indiana Unemployment Insurance Board in 2007.[3] In September 2023 Maxwell won the republican caucus held to appoint a new state senator for the 43rd district, garnering 56 of the 80 votes available.[4] His predecessor Chip Perfect endorsed him.[4]

Personal life

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Maxwell grew up in Logan, Indiana and married his high school sweetheart, Robin. They have three children, Alex, Kyla, and Dylan. Alex played football for the Purdue Boilermakers.[5]

References

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  1. ^ a b Downard, Whitney (September 28, 2023). "Maxwell sworn in to Indiana Senate, succeeds Perfect". Indiana Capital Chronicle.
  2. ^ "The 1998 Football Preview". Indiana Hoosiers. August 31, 1998.
  3. ^ Odendahl, Marilyn (September 29, 2023). "Republican Sen. Randy Maxwell sworn into Indiana Legislature". The Indiana Citizen.
  4. ^ a b Thayer, Travis (September 12, 2023). "Randy Maxwell Wins Senate District 43 Caucus". WSCH.
  5. ^ Snape, Tom (September 29, 2023). "Maxwell takes oath as District 43 State Senator". WRBI.