State Rep. Jerry Torr (R-Carmel) today announced his plans to retire from the legislature after serving 28 years in the Indiana House of Representatives. Torr said he intends to serve out his current term, but not seek re-election.
Torr represents portions of Carmel and Westfield, and currently serves as chair of the House Judiciary Committee and vice chair of the House Joint Rules Committee. He is also a member of the House Employment, Labor and Pensions Committee, and the Rules and Legislative Procedures Committee.
“It’s been an honor of a lifetime to serve my friends and neighbors in House District 39,” Torr said. “During my time as a state representative, we’ve made Indiana one of the most attractive places in the country to start and grow a business, and our local communities continue to reap the rewards through record growth in population, development and opportunity. And our future remains bright. I’m thankful for the privilege to represent the voices and values of our area at the Statehouse, but I’m looking forward to concentrating fully on my career working in title insurance.”
During his legislative career, Torr authored several notable laws, which have made a significant impact on Indiana and its economy. In 2005, Torr successfully spearheaded legislation moving Indiana to daylight saving time, which has been instrumental in supporting businesses and commerce in the state. In 2012, Torr authored the “right-to-work” law giving Hoosier workers the freedom to choose whether to financially support a union. In 2015, Torr authored a law to repeal the Common Construction Wage in order to save taxpayer dollars on the cost of public projects. He twice received the Indiana Chamber’s Government Leader of the Year award.
