Matt Commons (born 1990 or 1991) is an American politician serving as a member of the Indiana House of Representatives from the 13th district. He assumed office on November 19, 2024.[1]
Career
Commons was an infantryman in the 82nd Airborne Division and served in Afghanistan.[2] He later became a teacher at Seeger Memorial High School. Commons challenged incumbent Sharon Negele in the 2024 Republican primary. He easily defeated Negele in what was considered a major upset.[3]
Personal life
Commons is married to Alyssa and lives in Williamsport with their two kids.[4]
References
- ^ “Commons takes oath to serve as new state representative for House District 13”. Indiana House Republicans. November 21, 2024.
- ^ “State House – District 13”. WFYI. December 27, 2024.
- ^ Padilla, Noe (May 8, 2024). “Incumbent Sharon Negele appears to lose re-election to state’s 13th House District”. Journal & Courier.
- ^ “Commons launches campaign for House District 13th”. Journal Review. August 24, 2023.