Nick Marshall
Democratic
Nick Marshall is a foster-care advocate and the Democratic nominee for District 45; he was also the nominee for this district in 2022.
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District race · November 3, 2026
Indiana Senate District 45: 2026 Voter Guide
Only voters in State Senate District 45 vote in this race.
Larry Mahaney
Libertarian
Larry Mahaney is the Libertarian Party of Indiana's convention nominee for District 45.
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Chris Garten
Republican Incumbent
Chris Garten is the incumbent Republican state senator for District 45, first elected in 2018. He was endorsed by his Republican colleagues to become the chamber's next president pro tem.
Redistricting
Voted in favor of the failed 2025 mid-decade congressional redistricting proposal (per the 2026 Indiana Senate election page).