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State Rep. Julie McGuire's (R-Indianapolis) legislation to reduce children's exposure to harmful chemicals in school meals and increase transparency of ingredients in their menus passed the Indiana House of Representatives.

State Rep. Wendy McNamara's (R-Evansville) bill to bolster punishments for those who make or distribute child sexual abuse material (CSAM) passed out of the House.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 22, 2026) – State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently authored legislation to add protections for Indiana racetracks when it comes to nuisance actions or noise complaints.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 22, 2026) — Indiana House lawmakers are partnering with the Indiana Diaper Bank for this year's 2026 philanthropy to collect diapers and diapering supplies for Hoosier families in need.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 22, 2026) – The House Insurance Committee passed State Rep. Matt Commons' (R-Williamsport) legislation clarifying responsibilities in work-based learning opportunities and extending protections for participating students. 

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 22, 2026) – Recently, the Indiana House of Representatives unanimously advanced State Rep. Jake Teshka's (R-North Liberty) legislation aimed at ensuring Hoosier parents can let their children play unsupervised without fear of prosecution.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 21, 2026) – The Indiana House of Representatives voted to approve three pieces of legislation authored by State Rep. Ethan Lawson (R-Greenfield) in the 2026 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 21, 2026) — A bill authored by State Rep. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) to increase notification requirements for crime victims prior to the release of a violent felon passed through the House Courts and Criminal Code Committee today.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 20, 2026) — State Rep. Cindy Ledbetter (R-Newburgh) recently authored legislation that would allow school corporations to display commercial advertising on school buses, providing districts an optional tool to support school operations.

PHOTO CAPTION: State Reps. Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) (far right) and Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) (far left) join Katie Schreiber (second from left), widow of Cpl. Brandon Schrieber and deputy in the Newtown County Sheriff's Office Reserve Division, and Newton County Sheriff Shannon Cothran (second from right) in the House Chamber on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis after passing House Concurrent Resolution 1 honoring fallen Newton County Sheriff Cpl. Brandon Schreiber.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 20, 2026) – A bill authored by State Rep. Shane Lindauer (R-Jasper) that would boost Indiana's economy by incentivizing public contractors to utilize Indiana business resources recently passed the House Government and Regulatory Reform Committee.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 16, 2026) – State Rep. Dave Hall's (R-Norman) legislation to bolster public safety and support for counties with state parks, recreation areas, lakes and reservoirs recently passed out of committee.

PHOTO CAPTION: State Rep. Julie Olthoff (R-Crown Point) (right) joins Lake County sheriff's officer Christopher Akey (left) in the House Chamber on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis after passing House Concurrent Resolution 2 honoring fallen Lake County Sgt. William Paterson. 

PHOTO CAPTION: State Rep. Alaina Shonkwiler (R-Noblesville) (right) joins Doug Church, former Fishers Town Attorney and Noblesville City Attorney, at the State of the Judiciary on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 15, 2026) – State Rep. David Abbott (R-Rome City) introduced legislation to promote safe recreation and responsible use of public freshwater lakes.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 15, 2026) – State Rep. Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne) authored legislation to strengthen boating safety on Indiana’s lakes and waterways, helping protect Hoosiers enjoying recreational activities on the water.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 15, 2026) – State Rep. Dave Hall (R-Norman) recently introduced legislation to give families more flexibility with their education savings.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 15, 2026) – State Rep. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) recently proposed legislation aimed at supporting victims of violent crime by strengthening notification requirements prior to the release of a violent felon.

House Republicans recently announced our priorities for the 2026 legislative session, and we're focused on lowering costs for Hoosier families and reducing government bureaucracy. Our priority legislation this year builds on the progress made in recent years to reduce costs for Hoosiers, grow our economy and ensure state government works efficiently for taxpayers.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 14, 2026) – State Rep. Peggy Mayfield's (R-Martinsville) proposal to rename a stretch of State Road 45 near Assembly Hall on Indiana University's main campus in Bloomington after the late legendary basketball coach Robert "Bobby" Montgomery Knight recently passed the Indiana House of Representatives.

"Bobby Knight is a legendary name in Indiana and across the college basketball landscape," Mayfield said. "A road renamed in his honor will ensure his legacy and contributions to Indiana University, college basketball and the state of Indiana live on for years to come. I'm grateful to my colleagues in the House for supporting this resolution."

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 14, 2026) – State Rep. Tony Isa (R-Angola) recently authored legislation to protect Hoosier patients and emergency medical providers by streamlining the claims process and preventing delays in care or payment stemming from prior authorization demands.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 14, 2026) – Recent legislation authored by State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) aims to reform dozens of state boards and commissions.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 14, 2026) – State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) recently introduced legislation that would establish new procedures for carrying out the death penalty in Indiana.

Note to the Press – Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) issued the following statement today following Gov. Braun's State of the State address.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 14, 2026) – "Gov. Braun did a great job telling Indiana's story tonight and highlighting the strong progress and positive momentum that's occurring in the Hoosier state. It's worth repeating that our economy is growing at a faster rate than all of our neighboring states and most of the country. We’re attracting investment, jobs and the kinds of opportunities that improve quality of life for Hoosiers and bring more people to our state. House Republicans are laser focused on continuing this momentum while addressing affordability. We look forward to continuing to work together on legislation this year to make it more affordable to own a home, reduce energy costs and get government out of the way to unleash opportunity for Hoosiers."

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 14, 2026) – The Indiana House of Representatives advanced State Rep. Michael Aylesworth's (R-Hebron) legislation to address judge shortages in rural areas by easing residency requirements.