STATEHOUSE (March 4, 2026) – The 2026 legislative session concluded with several new laws pushed across the finish line by State Rep. Danny Lopez (R-Carmel), efforts that include unleashing new tax incentives for growing communities, reforming Indiana’s courts, constraining the growth of Medicaid, and supporting Hoosier youth in the foster care system, among others.
STATEHOUSE (Mar. 4, 2026) – Legislation co-sponsored by State Rep. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) to provide child care vouchers and increase transparency in state government is heading to the governor's desk.
STATEHOUSE (Mar. 4, 2026) – Legislation supported by State Rep. Chris May (R-Bedford) to deliver tax cuts for Hoosiers is heading to the governor's desk for consideration as a law.
STATEHOUSE (March 3, 2026) – Recently, State Rep. Matt Lehman (R-Berne) supported legislation to crack down on illegal immigrants holding Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs), which is now heading to the governor for final consideration as a law.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 27, 2026) – Legislation sponsored by State Rep. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) to identify foreign influence in Indiana's political activity is headed to the governor for consideration as a new law.
STATEHOUSE (March 2, 2026) – Legislation authored by State Rep. David Abbott (R-Rome City) establishing new safety guidelines for high-wake recreation on Indiana's public freshwater lakes is heading to the governor for consideration as a new law.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 27, 2026) – State Rep. Hunter Smith (R-Zionsville) authored a bill that provides a new and liberty-minded structure for local, homegrown food producers that now goes to the governor for consideration as a new law.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 27, 2026) – The 2026 legislative session ended with the passage of new laws to lower costs for Hoosier families and reduce government bureaucracy, said Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers).
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 27, 2026) – State Rep. Jim Pressel's (R-Rolling Prairie) legislation prioritizing Hoosier road safety by cracking down on illegal immigrants holding Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) is going to the governor for consideration as a new law.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 26, 2026) – State Rep. Jim Pressel's (R-Rolling Prairie) legislation to crack down on illegal immigrants holding Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) advanced through conference committee today and is heading toward final votes in both the House and Senate.
Note to the Press – Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) issued the following statement today upon final passage of Senate Enrolled Act 27 establishing the Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 26, 2026) – "Indiana is ready to seize this transformational opportunity for Northwest Indiana that will deliver lasting benefits to the entire state. A project like this brings jobs, new businesses, increased tourism, and long-term economic and population growth. We're excited to bring this project one step closer to fruition and firmly position Indiana as a premier destination for world-class sports and entertainment. I thank the ownership and leadership of the Chicago Bears and look forward to building on our partnership."
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 26, 2026) – State Rep. Lorissa Sweet (R-Wabash) recently recognized the Great American Prayer Revival 2026 for their efforts to promote prayer, faith and community across the United States.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 26, 2026) – State Rep. Ben Smaltz (R-Auburn) recently co-authored legislation to create the Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority and a financing framework for a proposed stadium aimed at bringing the Chicago Bears to northwest Indiana while driving regional growth and protecting Hoosier taxpayers.
CAPTION: State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) (right) presents Johnson County resident Dr. Melinda Maynard (left) with her Hardworking Hoosier Award. Maynard owns and has operated a low-cost veterinary clinic for over 20 years in Greenwood. She has humbly dedicated herself to helping people and their pets and making vaccines and wellness visits affordable.
Award Background: Do you know someone who gives back to our community? Or someone who works hard to make Johnson County a better place? Now's your chance to recognize their contributions. State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) is dedicated to recognizing hardworking Hoosiers in House District 58, from teachers and instructional aides to doctors and CNAs, librarians to mechanics, and grocery store employees to skilled laborers.
Want to nominate someone for the Hardworking Hoosier Award? Nominees must be residents of House District 58. Recipients will be given an award certificate during a special presentation and spotlighted in Davis' email updates to constituents across the district. Click here or visit in.gov/h58 for the nomination form.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 25, 2026) – State Rep. Lori Goss-Reaves (R-Marion) recently spoke at the National Association of Social Workers Indiana Chapter’s 27th Annual Legislative Education and Advocacy Day at the Statehouse. She highlighted the essential role social workers play in strengthening families and communities across the state. As a professor of social work and MSW generalist field subject matter expert at Indiana Wesleyan University, she thanked social workers for their advocacy, compassion, and dedication to serving Hoosiers.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 25, 2026) – The Indiana Senate approved legislation authored by State Rep. Ethan Lawson (R-Greenfield) aimed at addressing housing costs, strengthening public safety, increasing child care access, improving accountability for government and preventing fraud.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 25, 2026) – Legislation authored by State Rep. Jake Teshka (R-North Liberty) to ensure Hoosier parents can allow their children to engage in age-appropriate independent activities without fear of prosecution has now passed the Indiana Senate and is on its way to the governor for consideration as a new law.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 25, 2026) – State Rep. Jack Jordan (R-Breman) recently co-signed a letter calling on the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to review Northern Indiana Public Service Company's increasing residential utility rates.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 25, 2026) – Recently, State Rep. Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo) sponsored a resolution honoring the lives of Delphi teens Abigail "Abby" Williams and Liberty "Libby" German.
CAPTION: State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) (third from left) joins Greencastle Mayor Lynda Dunbar (fourth from left) and members of the Mayor's Youth Council on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Baird discussed his role as a State Representative and explained the similarities between state government and what they do at the local level of government. Click here to learn more about the Mayor's Youth Council.
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 25, 2026) – The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission announced plans to investigate energy affordability with the five largest investor-owned utilities in the state – Duke Energy, CenterPoint Energy, AES Indiana, Northern Indiana Public Service Company and Indiana Michigan Power – according to State Rep. Alaina Shonkwiler (R-Noblesville).
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 25, 2026) – The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission announced plans to investigate energy affordability with the five largest investor-owned utilities in the state – Duke Energy, CenterPoint Energy, AES Indiana, Northern Indiana Public Service Company and Indiana Michigan Power – according to State Reps. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) and Randy Novak (D-Michigan City).
CAPTION: State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) (right) presents Johnson County resident David Edens (center) with her Hardworking Hoosier Award. Edens has served as the athletic director at Whiteland Community High School for six years and was the athletic director at the middle school before that. He spends countless hours before, during and after school hours ensuring student athletes at every athletic competition are ready to go and have the resources they need to succeed.
Award Background: Do you know someone who gives back to our community? Or someone who works hard to make Johnson County a better place? Now's your chance to recognize their contributions. State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) is dedicated to recognizing hardworking Hoosiers in House District 58, from teachers and instructional aides to doctors and CNAs, librarians to mechanics, and grocery store employees to skilled laborers.
Want to nominate someone for the Hardworking Hoosier Award? Nominees must be residents of House District 58. Recipients will be given an award certificate during a special presentation and spotlighted in Davis' email updates to constituents across the district. Click here or visit in.gov/h58 for the nomination form.
CAPTION: State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) (center) joins the Whiteland Community High School Girls Wrestling Team in the House Chamber on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. The team won the 2026 state championship for girls wrestling earlier this year, the first state title for the school. Davis honored the team with House Resolution 35, which was adopted by the Indiana House of Representatives.
PHOTO CAPTION: State Rep. Chris May (R-Bedford) (center) meets with Lawrence County 4-H members on Feb. 10, 2026, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. The students were there as part of 4-H Day at the Statehouse.
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