Patterson Welcomes Local Student to the Statehouse During 2026 Session

The House Page Program is an opportunity for students to see state government in action.

Austin Balser with State Rep. Lindsay Patterson. Photo provided.

INDIANAPOLIS - State Rep. Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) recently welcomed Austin Balser from Batesville, who attends Batesville High School, to the Statehouse where he participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.

"The House Page Program is a fantastic opportunity for students to see state government in action and better understand how decisions are made at the Statehouse," Patterson said. "I was glad to welcome Austin and appreciate his interest in learning more about the legislative process."

During his day as a page, Balser interacted with lawmakers and session staff, toured the Statehouse and joined Patterson on the House floor to watch the legislation process in action.

Learn more about how students ages 13 to 18 can serve as a page during the 2027 legislative session by visiting indianahouserepublicans.com/pageprogram.

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