Michael R. Crider is an Indiana politician who has represented District 28 of the

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since 2012, currently serving as the Majority Whip. He previously served as Director of Law Enforcement for the Indiana Department of Natural Resources from 2006 to 2010. Crider ran for the Republican nomination for

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, but he dropped out in December 2017.

Education

Crider graduated from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy in 1981, and the FBI National Academy in 2003.

Career

Crider has introduced legislation to regulate ownership of large predatory animals multiple times. In 2021, he authored legislation that now allows mental health professionals to "diagnose and refer an individual to start mental health treatment." The

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’ Indiana Chapter awarded Crider their 2021 Public Elected Official of the Year Award for his work on the bill. He was also awarded a 2021 Conservation Champion Award from the Indiana Wildlife Federation for his "efforts at the statehouse to keep our parks and outdoor recreation areas accessible for all Hoosiers."

''Committees''

* Homeland Security and Transportation, Chair * Veterans Affairs and the Military, Ranking Member * Appropriations * Health and Provider Services * Rules and Legislative Procedure

Personal life

Crider is married to his wife Sherri and has two children and six grandchildren.

References

External links

Michael Crider at BallotpediaProject Vote Smart – Senator Michael Crider (IN)
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