INDIANAPOLIS -- After the decision from U.S. Rep. Jim Banks, R-District 3 to run for Indiana's open U.S. Senate seat, two candidates are running to take his position in the U.S. House of Representatives. Kiley Adolph, a Democratic candidate, is running for the position against former U.S. Rep. Marlin Stutzman, a Republican who was last elected to Indiana's third district seat in 2014. Election 2024: Indiana’s Second Congressional District race This comes after Banks first announced his run for the U.S. Senate in January 2023. According to previous reports, Banks is running after U.S. Senator Mike Braun, R-Ind. said he would not seek reelection and is currently the Republican candidate for Indiana governor. Before November’s election, look below at the platforms of each of the third district candidates and what they believe makes them stand out in this particular race. Kiley Adolph Kiley Adolph, the Democratic candidate for Indiana's open third congressional district seat, said on her website that she grew up in Indiana, coming from a family of farmers, teachers, nurses and law enforcement. After graduating from Angola High School, Adolph attended Trine University and got her masters in teaching from the University of Southern California. After her education, Adolph served in schools as well as in nonprofit organizations. On her website, Adolph said that this has given her the ability to organize and empower people, working in partnership with community leaders and advocates to create opportunities and "combat inequities." The focus on equity is an important one to Adolph's campaign. "We must build a stronger, brighter, and more equitable future for all who call Indiana’s Third Congressional District home," she said on her website. Adolph's platform focuses on several topics, including: Economy Adolph said that the third district deserves an economy that works for everyone. She stressed the importance of further investment in care and infrastructure, as well as increased access to housing and improved tax benefits for working families. Education Adolph said on her website that she believes that children deserve a free, quality education, including a high-quality, publicly funded, Pre-K program. Adolph also said that Teachers deserve respect and to be paid a competitive salary. For the older students, she said that efforts need to be made to connect Pre-K through 12th education with postsecondary education and workforce program opportunities, which Adolph stressed is key for industries like manufacturing and healthcare. "There must be pathways for all for learners whether seeking a credential or certification at a technical training center, an associate degree at a community college or a bachelor’s degree at a four-year institution," she said. "Training beyond high school is critical for access to jobs and higher wages." Health and reproductive rights Adolph said that reproductive rights include access to services and care, including family planning services, birth control and abortion care. She also stressed the importance of women having access to "sufficient and economical maternal care." As for healthcare in general, Adolph said that lawmakers must do better to "ensure everyone has access to quality affordable healthcare regardless of location, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation and race." Child care Access to affordable childcare is a "top concern" for Adolph, according to her website. Challenges cause struggles for the economy as a whole, impacting parents' participation in the workforce and causing trouble for employers to recruit and retain workers. Adolph said on her website that this congressional run is more than just a race. Adolph stressed the importance of making these decisions surrounding issues like the economy, choice, immigration, education and workforce development. "This is an opportunity to bring people together to build an even better tomorrow for generations to come," Adolph's website said. "As she has done throughout her career, Kiley will work to ensure policies are people-centered. Kiley will continue her life’s work putting people first." In an interview with WANE, a Nexstar station in Fort Wayne and a partner station with FOX59/CBS4, Adolph said the goal of her campaign is to show up for the district. "Our whole mantra is we're going to keep showing up," she said. "We're just going to keep showing up for the people in our district and in our community. It's resonating with people."  Marlin Stutzman A former U.S. Congressman and fourth generation farmer from Howe, Stutzman is once again running for Indiana's open third district seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. This comes after Stutzman ran for the U.S. Senate in 2016, with current U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) defeating him in the primary election. Stutzman was last elected to the third district seat in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2014. According to his website, Stutzman previously served in the Indiana House of Representatives, as well as the Indiana State Senate. Stutzman was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2010 and served on various committees like the Financial Services Committee, the Agriculture Committee and the dean of Indiana's Republican delegation. Braun, McCormick to participate in FOX59/CBS4 gubernatorial debate "(Stutzman) sponsored multiple pieces of legislation supporting veterans, members of the military and their families, reducing government overreach, supporting American farmers and agriculture, protecting the unborn, protecting the 2nd amendment and strengthening national defense," his website states. Stutzman's platform focuses on many topics, including: Building a healthy economy Stutzman said on his website that current lawmakers are spending "out of control," citing the trillions of dollars in debt, as well as inflation that is impacting Indiana residents. Stutzman also said that lawmakers must fix "the broken tax system" to give workers "the freedom to succeed." "When government is held accountable to live within its means, the full potential of the American economy is unleashed, and families thrive," he said on his website. Border security In regards to border security, Stutzman said on his website that the United States cannot be secure without secure borders. Citing the "staggering" number of illegal crossings, he said that "the threat (the country faces) of harm... has never been greater." Stutzman said that he aims to finish the southern border wall "as soon as possible" and work toward a legal system that protects national security. "Our legal immigration system must operate with the principle of having a 'high wall and a wide gate,'" Stutzman said. "We are a nation of immigrants, but we can only thrive when our federal government does its job to keep our borders and our communities secure." Education Stutzman said that he believes it is time to re-think the education system in the United States, stressing that it was never meant to be a federal issue. Parents, as well as state governments, should work with local communities to determine what is best for their students. Stutzman called for the abolishment of the Department of Education and called for students to have more school/educational choices. Stutzman also highlighted the "suppression of free speech and the indoctrination of students by liberal professors" in higher education, something that he believes needs to change with a focus on open debate and free speech. Defending the unborn Stutzman said that while he was in the U.S. House of Representatives, as well as in the Indiana General Assembly, he authored multiple bills trying to protect the lives of the unborn. Stutzman said he would continue to protect life and work to ensure that "every life, born and unborn, is valued and protected." Healthcare Stutzman said he has seen Hoosier families struggling to afford basic health insurance. If elected, Stutzman said he has a "common sense" solution to health care reform, claiming that it reduces costs and provides patient-centered solutions, including expanding health savings accounts, tax credits for businesses that provide healthcare and transportable coverage. Stutzman also said that he supports medical freedom, "affirming the right of all Americans to make independent healthcare decisions without coercion or intimidation." "My family and I are honored to be the Republican nominee for Indiana’s 3rd District," Stutzman said on his website. "I have always been a conservative champion for the state, and I look forward to once again fighting for you in Congress." In an interview with WANE, Stutzman said he is ready to get to work, if he is elected to the position. "I'm excited to be the nominee," he said, "and I'm very honored to be the nominee because we have a lot of work in Washington to do to get this country fixed and get it back on track." According to the Indiana Secretary of State’s office, Hoosiers are able to register to vote for the 2024 General Election through Oct. 7. For more information on how Indiana residents are able to register to vote, click here.