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STATEHOUSE (May 28, 2026) – State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) recently honored Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles' DeMotte-Rensselaer Branch with a House District Declaration after the BMV announced it as the 2025 Branch of the Year in the medium size category.

STATEHOUSE (May 27, 2026) – The governor recently ceremonially signed into law a legislative effort supported by State Rep. Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) to expand property tax relief for Indiana’s veterans, specifically those who have sustained total disabilities in service to the nation.

STATEHOUSE (May 21, 2026) – State Rep. Joanna King (R-Middlebury) recently presented a Sagamore of the Wabash to retired Goshen Fire Chief Danny Sink for over four decades of public service.

For many Hoosier families, finding reliable and affordable childcare remains one of the biggest challenges they face. Parents need childcare to stay in the workforce, employers depend on it to fill open positions and providers continue working to meet the growing demand. Across the state, access to childcare affects nearly every aspect of our communities.  

STATEHOUSE (May 20, 2026) – State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) recently honored long-time Lafayette English teacher Chuck Herber with the Circle of Corydon Award.

STATEHOUSE (May 19, 2026) – The Indiana General Assembly’s Legislative Council recently assigned topics for lawmakers to study during the 2026 legislative interim, including one requested by State Rep. Becky Cash (R-Zionsville) to examine the development and implementation of a statewide sexual assault response plan.

STATEHOUSE (May 18, 2026) – State Rep. Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) encourages residents to stay informed and participate in the upcoming public hearing regarding the proposed quarry project in southwest Allen County, scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum.  

STATEHOUSE (May 18, 2026) – State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) welcomed Terre Haute resident Lydia Grant, who attends Clay City Jr./Sr. High School, to the Statehouse where she participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (May 18, 2026) – State Rep. Dave Hall (R-Norman) welcomed Emma Doriot of Brownstown, a Seymour High School student, to the Statehouse where she participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (May 18, 2026) – State Rep. Tim Yocum (R-Clinton) welcomed Kaylynn Comar of Rosedale, a Riverton Parke High School student, to the Statehouse where she participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (May 18, 2026) – State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) welcomed Cana Guilfoy, who attends Whiteland Community High School, to the Statehouse where she participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (May 18, 2026) – "On National Police Week, we commemorate and honor the more than 730,000 officers who serve and protect our communities in the United States, including the dedicated men and women who serve in Parke, Vermillion, Clay, Fountain and Vigo counties

Following the completion of the 2026 legislative session, Hoosiers should be aware of several new laws passed and how they will affect our community. Brown County is home to small business owners, working families, retirees and farmers who are all navigating different challenges. Costs have risen, childcare has been out of reach for too many households and affordability seems uncertain. These new laws address those concerns head-on.

STATEHOUSE (May 15, 2026) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) welcomed local students from Putnam and Montgomery counties to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.

PHOTO CAPTION: Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) joins Crawfordsville-area elementary students on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in the House Chamber at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. The group toured the Statehouse, learned about how a bill becomes law and asked Baird questions about his role as a state representative. To learn more about student opportunities at the Statehouse, visit IndianaHouseRepublicans.com/student-opportunities.

STATEHOUSE (May 14, 2026) – The governor recently ceremonially signed into law legislation that establishes new safety guidelines for high-wake recreation on Indiana's public freshwater lakes according to State Reps. David Abbott (R-Rome City) and Tony Isa (R-Angola).

PHOTO CAPTION: State Rep. Becky Cash (R-Zionsville) (right) joins Michelle Radomsky (left), executive director of St. Mary's Early Childhood Center, for a tour of one of their facilities on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in downtown Indianapolis.

BACKGROUND: Cash authored House Enrolled Act 1177 during the 2026 legislative session which expands eligibility for the state's employer childcare tax credit to include companies with up to 500 employees. Businesses are eligible for the credit if they offer an employer-run childcare facility for their employees or if they contract with a facility or provider to offer care. Under this law, the credit can be used to help pay for related costs such as operating a childcare facility, employee training and higher wages for staff.

STATEHOUSE (May 14, 2026) – Gov. Mike Braun recently ceremonially signed into law legislation authored by State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) aimed at strengthening child safety and accountability within Indiana’s child welfare system.

STATEHOUSE (May 13, 2026) – The Indiana General Assembly’s Legislative Council met yesterday to assign topics for lawmakers to study during the 2026 legislative interim, said Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers).

The governor recently ceremonially signed into law legislation co-sponsored by State Rep. Andrew Ireland (R-Indianapolis) to help protect Indiana from foreign adversaries seeking to influence, infiltrate or exploit the state’s political, academic and economic institutions.

Indiana is stepping up for Hoosier families who are struggling to find reliable childcare. Expanding access was a legislative priority this session, and lawmakers passed new initiatives to encourage additional childcare options for working Hoosier families and increase support for low-income households.

STATEHOUSE (May 13, 2026) – Gov. Mike Braun recently ceremonially signed into law several pieces of legislation authored and co-authored by State Rep. Lori Goss-Reaves (R-Marion) to improve health care access, strengthen protections for children and families, and enhance oversight in critical service areas.

STATEHOUSE (May 13, 2026) – The governor recently ceremonially signed several new laws co-authored and sponsored by State Rep. Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) aimed at strengthening public safety, increasing accountability and protecting Hoosiers across Indiana.

STATEHOUSE (April 13, 2026) – Gov. Mike Braun recently ceremonially signed into law legislation co-authored by State Rep. Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) to modernize licensing standards for estheticians and electrologists and strengthen protections for Hoosiers receiving cosmetic services.

STATEHOUSE (May 13, 2026) – Gov. Mike Braun recently ceremonially signed into law a bill sponsored by State Rep. Jake Teshka (R-North Liberty) to prohibit student use of personal wireless communication devices during school hours.