INDIANAPOLIS, IN - A caucus of Precinct Committeemen in State Senate District 48 was called by the State Chair to fill a vacancy for State Senator created by the resignation of Mark Messmer, who won his primary race for the 8th Congressional seat. 

The winner of the caucus was Daryl Schmitt on the 2nd round of voting. Daryl Schmitt will fulfill the final two years of the Senate District 48 term, which is up for reelection in 2026.

Statement from Indiana GOP Chairman Randy Head:

"Daryl Schmitt has proven through his experience as a Dubois County Councilman that he will be a leader and champion for conservative values at the Statehouse. I want to thank all the Precinct Committeemen who voted in this caucus and fulfilled their duties of filling this vacancy. Congratulations to Daryl Schmitt on his victory, we look forward to your service in the State Senate!"