Three Indiana legislators named “Champion of Indiana’s Electric Cooperatives”

Award recognizes leadership and support of issues and policies important to Indiana’s electric cooperatives

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2015 Champions Award - Young Koch Merritt

IEC CEO Tom VanParis, Rep. Eric Koch, Sen. Jim Merritt and Congressman Todd Young

Indiana Electric Cooperatives recognized three Indiana legislators Monday with the “Champion of Indiana’s Electric Cooperatives” award for their leadership and support of issues and policies important to Indiana’s electric cooperatives.

The award honors lawmakers who demonstrate leadership and steadfast support for electric cooperative legislative and policy priorities.

The lawmakers recognized are:

  • S. Rep. Todd Young (R, Dist. 9)
  • State Sen. Jim Merritt (R, Dist. 31)
  • State Rep. Eric Koch (R, Dist. 65)

“Indiana’s electric cooperatives are grateful to count these legislators as strong friends and allies,” said Tom VanParis, CEO of Indiana Electric Cooperatives. “Whether seeking support on key votes or assistance with governmental agencies, they consistently step forward in a bipartisan way to lend a helping hand. These awards are one way of expressing our appreciation and acknowledging their impact on the 1.3 million Hoosiers served by electric cooperatives.”