Education
B.S. Animal Science, Purdue University (1967); M.S. Animal Science, Purdue University (1969); Ph.D. Animal Science (Monogastric Nutrition), University of Kentucky (1975)
Career History
U.S. Army Soldier
United States Army
1969 - 1972
Extension Agent
Purdue University, Putnam County
1974 - 1983
Farmer and Small Business Owner
Private sector
County Commissioner
Putnam County, Indiana
2006 - 2010
State Representative, District 44
Indiana House of Representatives
2010 - 2018
Committee Assignments
Member
Member
Member
Key Policy Positions
Champions passage of a new comprehensive farm bill; Vice Chair of Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology subcommittee; introduced the Hemp Planting Predictability Act in January 2026
Advocates for energy independence and advanced nuclear technology; introduced the Small Modular Reactor Commercialization Act of 2025
Only member of Congress with a science Ph.D.; introduced the NSF and USDA Interagency Research Act to strengthen federal research coordination
As a combat-wounded Vietnam veteran, advocates for veteran healthcare, benefits, and recognition
Supports broadband expansion and infrastructure investment for the 16 rural counties in Indiana's 4th District
Contact & Resources
Indiana(IN)
R
Mike Braun
The Crossroads of America
The Hoosier State's 9 representatives reflect its split personality: urban Indianapolis and Fort Wayne surrounded by rural conservatism. Mike Pence's home state mixes Midwest nice with surprising political hardball.
Capital
Indianapolis
Population
6.8M
2024 Turnout
58.6%
Senate Seats
2
House Seats
9
Electoral Votes
11
District
IN-4