Demetrice Hicks
Demetrice Hicks (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Indiana State Senate to represent District 29. He is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on May 5, 2026.[source]
Hicks completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Demetrice Hicks' career experience includes working as a clinical social worker.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Indiana State Senate elections, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on May 5, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
Democratic primary
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
Democratic primary for Indiana State Senate District 29
David Greene (D), Demetrice Hicks (D), Kristina Moorhead (D), and Kevin Short (D) are running in the Democratic primary for Indiana State Senate District 29 on May 5, 2026.
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Republican primary
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Republican primary for Indiana State Senate District 29
Mike Delph (R), Veronica Ford (R), and John Ruckelshaus (R) are running in the Republican primary for Indiana State Senate District 29 on May 5, 2026.
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Endorsements
Hicks received the following endorsements. To send us additional endorsements, click here.
- State Rep. Renee Pack (D)
- State Rep. Cherrish Pryor (D)
- State Rep. Robin Shackleford (D)
Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Demetrice Hicks completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Hicks' responses.
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I am a public servant, nonprofit leader, and community advocate with real-world experience improving the issues families face every day. I currently serve as an elected township legislative official, where I oversee local government operations, budgets, and essential services that directly impact our neighborhoods.
Professionally, I serve as Director of Clinical Operations for an Indianapolis nonprofit. I oversee assessment, crisis intervention, and community-based mental health services for families and youth. My work places me on the front lines of issues that matter most to Hoosiers—access to mental healthcare, child welfare, public safety, and economic stability.
I have served on multiple governing and nonprofit boards across Central Indiana and remain deeply engaged in community service. I also serve as State Social Action Director for Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated, where I advocate for the voiceless, support marginalized communities, and help develop the next generation of leaders through civic engagement, mentorship, and service.
I hold an Associate of Applied Science, a Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science and Legal Studies, and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work.- Affordability Lowering the prices of necessities including groceries, childcare, housing, utilities, and prescription drugs will be a top priority. Property tax rates are also a chief concern. Solutions include expanding property tax exemptions for seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities, and strengthening eviction prevention programs so families can stay in their homes.
- Education Fully fund public education, increase teacher pay to be in line with neighboring states and expand state resources for students with special needs.
- Protecting Green Space, Environment & Clean Water Protect our environment from rollbacks that threaten wetlands, green spaces and clean water.
I will ensure no child ages out of foster care into homelessness or instability. I will work to close funding gaps and partner with DCS and providers to ensure accountability.
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Campaign finance summary
Campaign finance information for this candidate is not yet available from OpenSecrets. That information will be published here once it is available.
See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on March 13, 2026
