Indiana State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington) was presented with the 2021 Legislator of the Year award by the Indiana Bankers Association on Aug. 15 at the IBA’s annual convention in French Lick.
“The Legislator of the Year award recognizes Sen. Zay for his stewardship of a strong banking environment in the Hoosier state,” a press release said.
Zay chairs the Insurance and Financial Institutions Committee, a position he was named to last year after serving as a committee member since his election in 2016. Through his committee role, Zay was reportedly instrumental in ensuring that Indiana remains hospitable to the banking industry. He authored a bill clarifying and aligning state law with Indiana case law concerning the statute of limitations for actions upon contracts for the payment of money to include deposit accounts, a move the IBA praised.
“Having a strong banking environment in our state ensures Hoosiers and businesses thrive,” Zay said. “Banks are leaders in our community, and I am happy to support their vision for our communities in the state. I am honored to be named Legislator of the Year by the IBA, and I will continue to do what’s right for Hoosiers through my role as chair of the Insurance and Financial Institutions Committee.”
Zay, an Indiana University graduate, represents Senate District 17, encompassing Wabash County and portions of Grant, Huntington and Whitley counties. In addition to chairing the Insurance and Financial Institutions Committee, he is a member of the Commerce and Technology, Environmental Affairs and Utilities committees.
“Sen. Zay is a true champion for our state and northeast Indiana,” said Dax Denton, IBA senior vice president of government relations. “He is very passionate about his service to Indiana, and that shows through his tireless work ethic. We are fortunate to have him at the helm of the Insurance and Financial Institutions Committee leading the efforts to maintain a healthy business environment for all.”