Ed Charbonneau is a Republican state senator representing District 5 in the Indiana State Senate, a position he has held since his election in 2007. His district encompasses most of Starke County and portions of Porter, LaPorte, Marshall, Jasper, Pulaski, and St. Joseph counties. A longtime resident of Northwest Indiana, he grew up, worked, and raised a family in the region, with ties to Valparaiso and Gary. Notable achievements include supporting tax relief measures, such as a 2026 law saving Hoosiers $237 million on taxes for tips, overtime pay, and loan interest on American-made vehicles, and a 2025 law reducing property taxes by $1.3 billion for homeowners. He serves on standing committees including Health.

Education and Political Experience

Limited public details are available on Charbonneau's formal education. His political experience includes continuous service in the Indiana State Senate since 2007 as a Republican representative for District 5, focusing on constituent issues in Northwest Indiana. He maintains an active presence through legislative updates and community engagement.