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Legislation co-authored by State Rep. Ryan Lauer (R-Columbus) to create new grant programs for pediatric and breast cancer research recently passed the Indiana legislature and now goes to the governor for consideration as a new law.

A bill co-authored by State Rep. Jim Lucas (R-Seymour) enhancing criminal penalties for unlicensed drivers now moves to the governor's desk for consideration.

STATEHOUSE (April 23, 2025) – Legislation authored by State Rep. Kyle Pierce (R-Anderson) to strengthen privacy protections for consumers using genetic testing services was recently approved by the Senate.

Note to the Press – House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) released the following statement on the updated state budget plan.

The Conference Committee Report on House Bill 1001, a summary slide deck and the updated school runs are posted at IndianaHouseRepublicans.com.

STATEHOUSE (April 22, 2025) – State Reps. David Abbott (R-Rome City) and Craig Snow (R-Warsaw) supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 22, 2025) – Elkhart County legislators supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

As the 2025 legislative session comes to a close, I wanted to provide you with an update on some of the legislation I've been working on that has passed the General Assembly. We've worked hard this session to support property tax relief, pass a balanced budget for the next biennium, support parents and teachers and protect women's sports.

One of my pieces of legislation that passed, House Enrolled Act 1041, ensures that biological men cannot compete in female sports at the post-secondary level in the state of Indiana. This legislation aligns with an executive order at the federal level signed by President Donald Trump and the one at the state level signed by Gov. Mike Braun and now codifies it into state law. I'm proud to have championed this legislation at the K-12 and collegiate levels. My previous legislation House Enrolled Act 1041 passed during the 2022 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2025) – State Rep. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) recently joined the General Assembly in supporting legislation aimed at easing child care licensing restrictions to help expand access for families throughout the state.

STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2025) – The Indiana General Assembly approved legislation co-authored by State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) aimed at easing child care licensing restrictions to help expand access for families throughout the state.

STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2025) – State Rep. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2025) – The Indiana General Assembly approved State Rep. Dave Heine's (R-Fort Wayne) legislation aimed at easing child care licensing restrictions to help expand access for families throughout the state.

STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2025) – St. Joseph County legislators supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – The Indiana General Assembly unanimously approved State Rep. Ethan Lawson's (R-Greenfield) legislation to ensure consistent appointment and expulsion procedures for public office, sending the bill to the governor where it could soon be signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – State Rep. Bruce Borders (R-Jasonville) supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – Legislation authored by State Rep. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) to create new grant programs for pediatric and breast cancer research recently passed the Indiana legislature and now goes to the governor for consideration as a new law.

As the weather starts to warm and you begin to think about summer plans, I encourage you to consider volunteering in the community. Volunteer work is a valuable way to give back, meet new people and strengthen our neighborhoods.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – Northeast Indiana legislators supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – Legislation authored by State Rep. Ben Smaltz (R-Auburn), which aims to enhance safeguards against registered sex offenders was signed into law by the governor.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – A House Republican priority bill authored by State Rep. Doug Miller's (R-Elkhart) to increase housing stock in local communities across the state is heading to the governor.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – State Rep. Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) co-sponsored Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) –State Rep. Matt Commons' (R-Williamsport) legislation to safeguard Hoosier business interests by prohibiting the Indiana Economic Development Corporation and state agencies from establishing offices in foreign adversarial countries heads to the governor for further consideration.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) – State Rep. Brad Barrett (R-Richmond) sponsored a Senate bill aimed at improving the oversight and administration of the Medicaid program in Indiana. The bill includes several provisions designed to increase transparency and prevent fraud to ensure the program's long-term sustainability.