STATEHOUSE – State Representative Holli Sullivan (R–Evansville) is encouraging Hoosier students to apply for the Indiana House Page Program. The program offers students 13 to 18 years old the chance to visit the Statehouse and see a full day of legislative activity.
“The House Page Program gives students a firsthand look at how our state government operates,†said Rep. Sullivan. “I encourage local students to apply so that they can see all of the exciting, day-to-day activities that take place during the legislative session.â€
In addition to visiting the Statehouse, pages have the opportunity to tour locations like Governor Pence’s office, the Indiana Supreme Court and both the House and Senate chambers to list a few. Pages also have the opportunity to observe floor sessions and committee meetings as well as help legislative staff members. Students who serve as pages are excused from school for the day and are responsible for their own transportation to and from the Statehouse.
“This is a unique opportunity for students to learn by observation,†said Rep. Sullivan. “Students can more fully understand the work that goes into creating new laws as they watch legislation being discussed and voted on in the House Chamber.â€
With spots filling up fast, students who are interested in the Page Program are highly encouraged to schedule their visit quickly. Students are asked to include two separate dates to visit. Those dates should be between the first weeks of January through April. Recommended days to serve include Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays when the House is in session. There are no pages on Fridays.
