Eddie Melton, a member of the State Board of Education, said Tuesday he filed paperwork forming an exploratory campaign committee for Indiana Senate District 3, which includes portions of Gary, Merrillville, Hobart, Crown Point, Lake Station and New Chicago.
"I highly respect Sen. Rogers and if she chooses to retire, I would like to build upon her stellar accomplishments as a state legislator," Melton said. "(This committee) will allow me to take the initial steps to build the campaign organization required to pursue Indiana's Senate District 3 seat if Sen. Rogers decides to retire."
