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STATEHOUSE (Feb. 17, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives voted on Tuesday in support of legislation establishing a new public health grant program, according to State Reps. Randy Lyness (R-West Harrison) and Cindy Ziemke (R-Batesville).

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 17, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives voted in support of legislation authored by State Rep. Ann Vermilion (R-Marion) that would establish a new $50 million grant program targeting the state's most critical health challenges. According to the United Health Foundation, Indiana falls at the bottom of several health rankings,

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 16, 2021) – The House of Representatives voted unanimously in support of State Rep. Brad Barrett's (R-Richmond) legislation that would help law enforcement agencies recoup costs of transporting mental health patients. Last year, Wayne County Sheriff's Department transported 115 patients with severe mental illness from the local

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 16, 2021) — The Indiana House of Representatives on Monday voted in support of legislation authored by State Rep. Craig Snow (R-Warsaw) to help protect Hoosier farmers when a grain buyer's operation fails leaving them without payment.

The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation establishing the Student Learning Recovery Grant Program to help students experiencing learning loss due to the pandemic, according to State Rep. Bruce Borders (R-Jasonville).

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 15, 2021) – On Thursday, the Indiana House of Representatives passed State Rep. Mike Karickhoff's (R-Kokomo) bill that could help Indiana become a leader in the growing electric vehicle industry.

Winter is in full swing, ushering in extremely cold weather and layering our roads with ice and snow. Southeast Indiana continues to face cold temperatures and dangerous driving conditions. When it comes to the cold, preparation is key.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives this week advanced State Rep. Hal Slager's (R-Schererville) legislation that would provide access to pediatric hospitals across state lines for Medicaid-covered Indiana children.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) — Some apprenticeship programs are now considered qualified expenses for funds saved through the CollegeChoice 529 Savings Plan, according to State Rep. Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo).

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives recently voted unanimously in support of legislation co-authored by State Rep. Doug Gutwein (R-Francesville) that would make it easier for communities across the state to install Safe Haven Baby Boxes.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) —The Indiana House of Representatives recently voted unanimously on legislation granting surviving spouses the ability to obtain a Purple Heart license plate in honor of their loved ones, according to State Reps. Ryan Lauer (R-Columbus) and Jim Lucas (R-Seymour).

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced legislation establishing the Student Learning Recovery Grant Program to help students experiencing learning loss due to the pandemic, according to State Rep. Zach Payne (R-Charlestown).

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives this week advanced legislation authored by State Rep. Sharon Negele (R-Attica) that would close a loophole in Indiana's rape statute to ensure those who commit rape by impersonation are held accountable.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – "Indiana has a strong reputation for being fiscally responsible while still funding Hoosier priorities, and this year will be no different. Education remains our top investment, as we work to build on our commitment to students and educators with funding increases. Thanks to our thoughtful budgeting over the years, Indiana can continue making sound investments, without taking on unnecessary debt that would burden future generations."

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives recently voted in support of legislation State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) co-authored that would establish the Student Learning Recovery Grant Program to help combat learning loss children may experience as a result of the pandemic.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – A key House committee passed legislation co-authored by State Rep. Cindy Ledbetter (R-Newburgh) focused on helping Hoosier workers who may decline a pay bump over fear of quickly losing government benefits.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – “Indiana's strong fiscal discipline continues to serve Hoosiers well, and our budget reserves provided the necessary support we needed during the unprecedented pandemic. Crafting a responsible, balanced budget requires difficult choices, but we want to make sure Indiana continues to live within its means while planning for the future. This proposal invests in all Hoosiers, especially our students, law enforcement and small businesses. We also put $250 million toward improving rural broadband, which is critical to increase education and telehealth opportunities."

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – "The proposed budget showcases Indiana's strong financial standing and sends a message to all Hoosiers and neighboring states that we are on the right path toward economic recovery. For the last decade, passing a fiscally responsible budget has been a priority. As a result, we have the opportunity to not just maintain funding for K-12 public education and rural broadband, but substantially increase both. Our proposal also includes funding for small business relief, workforce readiness training and programs to help students whose learning was disrupted by the pandemic."

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – “Being good stewards of taxpayer dollars is our top priority. This budget makes targeted and responsible investments while maintaining prudent reserves and our coveted AAA credit rating. This budget increases funding to our K-12 public schools, substantially boosts our investment in rural broadband and supports small businesses – all critical to helping Indiana bounce back from this pandemic stronger than before."

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – “Crafted with a careful focus on Hoosier priorities, this budget proposal provides a two-year fiscal blueprint of the state's operations. Indiana has stood above a great majority of states in terms of our financial stability in recent years. Our prudent reserves have helped us manage this tough year, and we will maintain those to help protect against any future economic downturns."

The Indiana House of Representatives recently supported legislation co-authored by State Rep. Chris May (R-Bedford) to fully fund all K-12 public school students for the 2020-21 school year, regardless of whether students attended classes in-person or virtually due to COVID-19.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives recently voted in support of legislation State Rep. Wendy McNamara (R-Evansville) authored that would establish the Student Learning Recovery Grant Program to help combat learning loss children may experience as a result of the pandemic.

Note to the Press: Please include the following statement from State Rep. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) in your coverage of Thursday's passage of House Bill 1001 out of the House Ways and Means Committee, which he serves as vice chair. The bill, supported by Cherry, outlines Indiana's next two-year $36.3 billion budget proposal. House Bill 1001 now moves to the

Note to the press: Please include the following statement from State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, in your coverage of the House Republican budget proposal, which advanced out of committee Thursday: STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2021) – "Our House Republican budget proposal keeps our commitment to fiscal

Law enforcement officers risk their lives to protect our communities, and they need tools and resources to continue keeping us safe. This session, I am co-authoring legislation supporting local law enforcement, and boosting accountability and transparency in policing. The proposed legislation would require full employment record sharing between police