Randy Novak | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Indiana House of Representatives from the 9th district | |
| Assumed office October 22, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Pat Boy |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1959 or 1960 (age 65–66) |
| Party | Democratic |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | Rogers High School, Ivy Tech Community College, Purdue North Central, and University of Georgia |
Randy Novak (born 1959–1960)[1] is an American politician, former fire chief and realtor who is currently serving as a Democratic member of the Indiana House of Representatives, representing the 9th district. He was sworn into the seat on October 22, 2025, following the resignation of representative Pat Boy.[2][3]
Personal life and career
[edit]Novak graduated from Rogers High School and attended multiple colleges, including Ivy Tech, Purdue North Central and the University of Georgia.[4][5] He is married and has 2 children.[4] Novak was appointed as the fire chief of Michigan City in June 2015, later retiring in 2020.[6][7] He previously served on the LaPorte County Council, including as president of the council.[8] He was elected to the State House unopposed in a caucus of Democratic committee members in LaPorte and Porter counties.[9][10]
Political views
[edit]Redistricting
[edit]After his election to the seat in October 2025, Novak publicly came out against the 2025 redistricting effort in the state.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Kukulka, Alexandra (October 20, 2025). "LaPorte County Councilman Randy Novak wins caucus as next District 9 State Representative". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved December 3, 2025.
- ^ Downard, Whitney (October 7, 2025). "Michigan City representative retires from public service". Indiana Capital Chronicle. Retrieved December 3, 2025.
- ^ "Novak sworn in as Indiana State Representative for District 9". Indiana House Democratic Caucus. October 22, 2025. Retrieved December 3, 2025.
- ^ a b Odendahl, Marilyn (October 22, 2025). "NEW LEGISLATOR: Rep. Randy Novak sworn in to fill Pat Boy's remaining term". The Indiana Citizen. Retrieved December 3, 2025.
- ^ "LaPorte County Council Candidate: Randy Novak". Hometown News Now. Retrieved December 3, 2025.
- ^ "Randy Novak Named New Michigan City Fire Department Chief". LaPorte County Life. June 11, 2015. Retrieved December 3, 2025.
- ^ Maddux, Stan (October 20, 2025). "Novak Heading to Statehouse". Hometown News Now. Retrieved December 3, 2025.
- ^ Robinson, Jona (October 20, 2025). "Randy Novak Selected to Finish State Rep. Pat Boy's Term". Lakeshore Public Media. Retrieved December 3, 2025.
- ^ Kelly, Niki (October 20, 2025). "Democratic caucus selects new Indiana House member". Indiana Capital Chronicle. Retrieved December 3, 2025.
- ^ Davies, Tom (October 9, 2025). "Rep. Pat Boy backs county councilman for her soon-to-be-vacant House seat". State Affairs. Retrieved December 3, 2025.