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Rep. Lopez recognizes OneZone Chamber with House District Declaration

Posted by: Matt Stachler  | Friday, June 26, 2026

PHOTO CAPTION: State Rep. Danny Lopez (R-Carmel) (left) presents Jack Russell (center), president of the OneZone Chamber, with a House District Declaration for being named Chamber of the Year by the Indiana Chamber Executives Association (ICEA), the highest honor awarded annually to a chamber of commerce in Indiana.

"Congratulations to the OneZone Chamber on earning this well-deserved honor," Lopez said. "A strong business community doesn't happen by accident, and OneZone has consistently demonstrated what it means to advocate for employers and our workforce, foster innovation, connect local leaders and create opportunities that strengthen Hamilton County's economy."

Rep. Jeter receives 2026 summer study committee appointments

Posted by: Matt Stachler  | Friday, June 26, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 26, 2026) – Recently, State Rep. Chris Jeter (R-Fishers) received appointments to serve as chair of the Interim Study Committee on Courts and the Judiciary and as a member of the Interim Study Committee on Courts and Criminal Code, the Probate Code Study Committee and Indiana Uniform Law Commission.

Whitley County legislators highlight new state laws taking effect

Posted by: Kylie Glatfelter  | Thursday, June 25, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 25, 2026) – Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, State Reps. David Abbott (R-Rome City) and Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) are highlighting new laws taking effect July 1. These new laws will help improve public safety, strengthen protections for Hoosier children and increase childcare access.

Allen County legislators highlight new state laws taking effect

Posted by: Kylie Glatfelter  | Thursday, June 25, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 25, 2026) – Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, local lawmakers are highlighting new laws taking effect July 1. These new laws will help strengthen protections for Hoosier children, expand childcare access and support Hoosier farmers and small businesses.

Warrick County legislators highlight new state laws taking effect

Posted by: Sam Strattman  | Thursday, June 25, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 25, 2026) – Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, State Reps. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) and Cindy Ledbetter (R-Newburgh) are highlighting new laws taking effect July 1. These new laws will help increase housing affordability and supply, strengthen childcare access and boost public safety.

Rep. Hall highlights new state laws taking effect

Posted by: Maxx Johnson  | Thursday, June 25, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 25, 2026) – Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, State Rep. Dave Hall (R-Norman) is highlighting new laws taking effect July 1. These new laws will help improve transparency in healthcare pricing and reduce regulations on Indiana's K-12 schools.

State Reps. Heaton, Yocum highlight new state laws taking effect

Posted by: Maxx Johnson  | Thursday, June 25, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 25, 2026) – Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, State Reps. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) and Tim Yocum (R-Clinton) are highlighting new laws taking effect July 1. These new laws will improve healthcare price transparency, establish safeguards for adolescents on social media and increase energy affordability for Hoosier ratepayers.

Reps. Manning, VanNatter highlight new state laws taking effect

Posted by: Matt Stachler  | Wednesday, June 24, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 24, 2026) – Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, State Reps. Ethan Manning (R-Logansport) and Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo) are highlighting new laws taking effect July 1. These new laws will help bolster public safety, provide tax relief for veterans and working Hoosiers, and support Hoosier farmers and small businesses.

Rep. May highlights new state laws taking effect

Posted by: Sam Strattman  | Wednesday, June 24, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 24, 2026) – Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, State Rep. Chris May (R-Bedford) is highlighting new laws taking effect July 1. These new laws will help cut red tape in housing and education, expand childcare access and support Hoosier farmers and small businesses.

Marion County legislators highlight new state laws taking effect

Posted by: Wade Coggeshall and Matt Stachler  | Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, local lawmakers are highlighting new laws taking effect July 1. These new laws will strengthen social media protections for youth, expand oversight in child fatality cases and support Hoosier farmers and small businesses.

State Rep. Yocum helps bring Ernie Pyle artifacts home to Dana museum

Posted by: Maxx Johnson  | Wednesday, June 24, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 24, 2026) – Several historical artifacts belonging to renowned war correspondent Ernie Pyle have recently returned to Vermillion County, according to State Rep. Tim Yocum (R-Clinton).

COLUMN: How Indiana is stepping up to support parents, daycare providers and Indiana's workforce

Posted by: Kylie Glatfelter  | Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Across the state, access to affordable and reliable childcare remains an issue. Families are struggling to find care at a reasonable cost, and providers are struggling with workforce shortages, administrative burdens and challenges meeting the growing demand.

According to ChildCare Aware of America, center-based childcare in Indiana averages more than $17,000 annually for an infant and more than $16,000 for a toddler. Even lower-cost family childcare options can be upwards of $10,000 per year. For many households, these costs consume a significant portion of household budgets often exceeding the federal standard that considers care affordable when it accounts for no more than 7% of a family's income.

Rep. VanNatter highlights new state laws taking effect

Posted by: Matt Stachler  | Tuesday, June 23, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 23, 2026) – Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, State Rep. Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo) is highlighting new laws taking effect July 1. These new laws will help bolster public safety, provide tax relief for veterans and working Hoosiers, and support Hoosier farmers and small businesses.

Indiana, local schools make national strides in academics

Posted by: Kendall Macri  | Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Congratulations to the 2026 graduates of East Porter County School Corp., Union Township School Corp., Valparaiso Community Schools and Victory Christian Academy, all local schools in House District 4.

Rep. Yocum honors first responders, military personnel at United Responder Shield unveiling

Posted by: Maxx Johnson  | Monday, June 22, 2026

PHOTO CAPTION: State Rep. Tim Yocum (R-Clinton) (far left) helps unveil the United Responder Shield on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the 80th Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association State Convention in Indianapolis. The shield was created in tribute to first responders and military personnel, honoring Americans who protect and serve on the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks and the nation's 250th anniversary.

Rep. Barrett: State expands healthcare cost database

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Monday, June 22, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 22, 2026) Indiana recently expanded a state website to help Hoosiers compare healthcare prices and quality, according to State Rep. Brad Barrett (R-Richmond).

Rep. Bartels highlights new state laws taking effect

Posted by: Sam Strattman  | Monday, June 22, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 22, 2026) – Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) is highlighting new laws taking effect July 1.

Boone County lawmakers: State expands healthcare cost database

Posted by: Matt Stachler and Wade Coggeshall  | Friday, June 19, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 19, 2026) – Indiana recently expanded a state website to help Hoosiers compare healthcare prices and quality, according to Boone County lawmakers.

Rep. Patterson: State expands healthcare cost database

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Friday, June 19, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 19, 2026) Indiana recently expanded a state website to help Hoosiers compare healthcare prices and quality, according to State Rep. Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville).

Criswell, Patterson: State expands healthcare cost database

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Friday, June 19, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 19, 2026) Indiana recently expanded a state website to help Hoosiers compare healthcare prices and quality, according to State Reps. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville).

Rep. Prescott: State expands healthcare cost database

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, June 18, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 18, 2026) Indiana recently expanded a state website to help Hoosiers compare healthcare prices and quality, according to State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City).

Speaker Huston issues statement on the appointment of Chuck Goodrich as Indiana Commerce Secretary

Posted by: Molly Gillaspie  | Thursday, June 18, 2026

Note to the Press – Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) issued the following statement today following the appointment of former State Rep. Chuck Goodrich as Indiana Secretary of Commerce.

STATEHOUSE (June 18, 2026) – "Chuck is an exceptional choice to lead Indiana's economic development efforts. Chuck is a successful and visionary business leader who knows what it takes to start and grow a company. He's also a passionate public servant who comes to the table with innovative ideas and the energy and determination to act on them. When he served in the House, Chuck was instrumental in the effort to make high school more relevant to today's jobs and inject career experiences into the classroom.  I am excited to work with Chuck in this new capacity to build on Indiana's strong economic progress, attract new investment and expand opportunity for Hoosiers across our state."

Lehman, Prescott: State expands healthcare cost database

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber and Kylie Glatfelter  | Thursday, June 18, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 18, 2026) Indiana recently expanded a state website to help Hoosiers compare healthcare prices and quality, according to State Reps. Matt Lehman (R-Berne) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City).

Madison County lawmakers: State expands healthcare cost database

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber and Matt Stachler  | Thursday, June 18, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 18, 2026)  Indiana recently expanded a state website to help Hoosiers compare healthcare prices and quality, according to Madison County lawmakers.

Prescott, Rowray: State expands healthcare cost database

Posted by: Amanda Schreiber  | Thursday, June 18, 2026

STATEHOUSE (June 18, 2026) Indiana recently expanded a state website to help Hoosiers compare healthcare prices and quality, according to State Reps. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City).

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