About Me
Victoria Martz is a proud Hoosier, with deep roots right here in Ripley County. She grew up moving between Milan and Batesville with her parents and five brothers and sisters. While her family lived out of state for short time periods, in both big cities and small towns, her heart always stayed in Indiana.
Her childhood was special. It was shaped by Christian values, a loving, close-knit family, a strong belief in hard work, and a unique way of learning. Victoria was homeschooled until 8th grade, which meant a lot of hands-on adventure! She remembers her dad working two jobs to make sure the family had everything they needed, and her mom tirelessly managed their busy home. These early lessons taught Victoria the true value of dedication and looking out for one another.
Victoria got the best of both worlds in her education. She learned practical skills on the farm, raising animals and growing all kinds of delicious produce like asparagus, strawberries, potatoes, tomatoes, and peppers. Then, she joined traditional school in Batesville, getting a well-rounded education. From getting her hands dirty in the garden to working hard through law school, Victoria has always shown amazing effort and a can-do spirit. Her parents taught her early on how important it is to give back to the community and help others.
That’s why Victoria chose to become a lawyer. She was inspired by her own desire to help people, and by her grandfather, who was also a lawyer. He was a medical malpractice lawyer who always stood up for regular people who were hurt by big companies. He believed in helping those who couldn’t easily help themselves. Victoria shares that “underdog” spirit; she has always rooted for those who are most vulnerable and understands how important it is to use your voice to speak up for others, especially when you have a chance to make a difference.
After graduating from IU Law School and passing the bar exam in 2019, Victoria began her career as a criminal defense lawyer. Every day, she works with both young people and adults, fighting for what’s right and fair for her clients. Just like her grandfather, Victoria is dedicated to making sure everyone in our community gets a fair shot at justice. She believes that by working together, we can build a stronger, more just Ripley County for all.
Victoria lives right in the heart of Batesville, Indiana, raising her toddler right here in the community she cherishes. You’ll often spot her at our local grocery stores or farmers markets, enjoying community parks and events, or browsing the gardening shops—she still loves to plant! Victoria is incredibly friendly and warm, so please don’t hesitate to say hello if you see her around. She’d love to meet you and talk with you!
Issues
Victoria looks at the issues that currently affect our community and how we can future proof them.
Indiana’s minimum wage has been set at $7.25/hour since 2009. Victoria is dedicated to raising the minimum wage to $20/hour using the Small Business Minimum Wage Equity Act to allow for all all working-class Hoosiers to cover basic needs, like housing and food costs. The cost of living continues to rise while your pay stagnates, leading to a growing wealth gap between the rich and the working-class.
Victoria Martz is dedicated to partnering with local businesses to identify key job skills and expanding access to vocational training, apprenticeships, and community college programs for District 55’s youth. She also supports initiatives that connect students with local job opportunities and mentorship, encouraging them to stay or return to Ripley County. As a 21st Century Scholars scholarship recipient, she is committed to securing scholarships and funding for low-income students.
Victoria’s plan to raise the minimum wage to $20/hour over a five-year period to allow for employers to adjust. This legislation will provide small business with a subsidy to offset the increase in minimum wage to ensure they can remain competitive with large corporations without risk. This will also include exemptions for businesses with less than 15 employees.
Across Indiana, Hoosiers are being priced out of their homes, property they own outright, by exorbitant property taxes. We encourage our laborers to spend their lives working and paying taxes with the promise they can one day retire in peace in a home that is their own. Retired and working-class folks deserve the right to live in that property without being gouged out of what remains of their savings.
Victoria supports fair share tax reform to ensure Indiana’s tax system works for everyone, not just the wealthy. She believes hardworking families shouldn’t carry a heavier burden while large corporations and the ultra-rich benefit from loopholes. By promoting a fairer structure, Victoria will work to ease the strain on middle- and working-class Hoosiers, invest in schools and infrastructure, and create a system where everyone contributes their fair share to build stronger communities.
Hoosiers should not be charged with a crime for purchasing cannabis in a state where it is legal. As a criminal defense attorney, Victoria understands that Hoosiers purchase cannabis from our neighboring states who have legalized the substance. Legalizing cannabis will ease the burdens on our police force, courts, and jails.
Fentanyl poses a threat to Hoosiers who purchase cannabis outside of legal providers. Victoria is dedicated to ensuring cannabis users purchase the substance legally and safely.
Tax revenue from cannabis purchases should go directly back into our state, not our neighbors. Legalizing cannabis would have a significant economic boost, especially in District 55. Revenue will be put towards our roads, schools, and public programs.
Victoria sees cannabis legalization as a way to strengthen District 55’s agricultural roots. She believes local farmers should have the chance to grow and benefit from this high-demand crop, rather than losing the opportunity to outside markets. By adding cannabis to their production, local farmers could diversify their operations, increase profits, and keep family farms competitive for the future. Victoria also supports policies that prioritize local growers, ensuring that District 55’s farming families—not large out-of-state corporations—reap the economic rewards.
Looking to endorse Victoria Martz in the 2026 election? Email us at endorsements@votevictoriamartz.org
September 13 2025
August 6 2024
