Bob Morris

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.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 2, 2025) – Allen County lawmakers said Hoosier students who are interested in learning more about state government are invited to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2026 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 11, 2025) – Indiana high school seniors and college students planning to pursue a career in teaching can now apply for a Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to Allen County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 9, 2025) – Local communities received over $2.5 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to Allen County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 7, 2025) – Indiana House Republicans are seeking student interns for the 2026 legislative session, according to Allen County legislators.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 24, 2025) – Allen County schools recently received more than $849,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.

I once believed Indiana was right to use the death penalty. I thought justice required the state to exact the gravest punishment for the gravest crimes. An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 25, 2025) – Allen County lawmakers are commending a historic increase in third grade literacy rates for Hoosier students following results from the 2024-2025 Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination (IREAD) assessment.

STATEHOUSE (July 24, 2025) – Allen County legislators recently received appointments to serve on interim study committees, which will meet throughout the summer and fall to explore policy issues and work to identify solutions.

STATEHOUSE (July 10, 2025) – Allen County students preparing to become teachers are among this year's recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (June 19, 2025) – Gov. Mike Braun recently ceremonially signed into law legislation co-authored by State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) to encourage patients to shop for more cost-effective treatment options.

STATEHOUSE (May 6, 2025) – The 2025 legislative session ended with passage of the state's next two-year budget as well as tax relief and other key priorities for Hoosiers, according to Allen County lawmakers.

 STATEHOUSE (April 16, 2025) – Allen County legislators supported Senate Enrolled Act 1, advancing a robust package of property tax relief for Hoosier homeowners and long-term reforms. SEA 1 has now been signed into law.

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded local communities over $4.1 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to Allen County legislators.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 15, 2025) – Applications are live for the Indiana House Page Program during the 2025 legislative session at the Statehouse in Indianapolis, according to Allen County lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 20, 2024) – With the next legislative session quickly approaching, local lawmakers encourage Hoosiers to take their online surveys and offer feedback on important issues.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 16, 2024) – Allen County lawmakers recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 7, 2024) – Allen County lawmakers said local communities will soon be on the move with more road and bridge projects with the help of recently released state funding.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 11, 2024) – The Oct. 31 deadline to apply for an Indiana House Republican internship during the 2025 legislative session is fast approaching, according to area lawmakers. 

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 29, 2024) – Applications to intern with Indiana House Republicans for the 2025 legislative session are now open, according to area lawmakers. 

STATEHOUSE (July 16, 2024) – Allen County legislators recently received appointments to serve on interim study committees, which will meet throughout the summer and fall to explore policy issues and work together to identify solutions.

STATEHOUSE (July 2, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, local lawmakers want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws that took effect this week.

STATEHOUSE (May 22, 2024) – Allen County lawmakers encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

STATEHOUSE (April 19, 2024) – Fort Wayne's Ivy Tech Community College and Purdue University campuses may take off with their plans for improvement and expansion projects totaling over $88 million following a meeting of the State Budget Committee, according to local lawmakers.

Note to the Press: Please include the following statements from Allen County legislators on the recent announcement of $45 million from the Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative, or READI 2.0, awarded to Northeast Indiana. The Indiana General Assembly supported the funding in the state's two-year budget during the 2023 legislative session. Indiana's $500 million total investment in this round of funding is expected to yield nearly $11 billion in overall investments from public and private sources to increase the vibrancy and prosperity of Hoosier communities.

STATEHOUSE (April 10, 2024) – Allen County and local communities can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported by local legislators.

STATEHOUSE (March 21, 2024) – Allen County lawmakers recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2024 legislative session.

Note to the Press – State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne), Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne), Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) issued the following statements in response to Gov. Eric Holcomb's decision to deploy the Indiana National Guard to support the ongoing border security mission in Texas. Following the recent direct request from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Holcomb announced he will send 50 Hoosier guardsmen to help the Texas National Guard during a 10-month deployment:

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 10, 2024) – Allen County lawmakers invite Hoosier students to sign up and experience a day serving as a House page at the Indiana Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session. 

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 11, 2023) – With Indiana's lawmakers set to return to the Statehouse on Jan. 8 for the start of the 2024 legislative session, Allen County legislators released online surveys to gather constituents' feedback on important issues.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 25, 2023) – Allen County lawmakers encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for an internship at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 4, 2023) – Allen County legislators encourage Hoosier voters to register or check their voting status by the Oct. 10 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 22, 2023) – Allen County lawmakers encourage local high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials outside the classroom to apply for the state's newly launched Career Scholarship Account program.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 12, 2023) – Allen County lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 4, 2023) – The Fort Wayne International Airport can take off with their plans to make much-needed improvements and expand its east terminal with the help of $5 million in newly approved state funding, according to area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (May 9, 2023) – State Reps. Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) recently welcomed local students to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2023 legislative session.

The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced legislation co-authored by State Reps. Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) that would phase-in a complete state income-tax exemption for military pay earned by active duty members.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 16, 2022) – Allen County lawmakers recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 6, 2022) – More than $3.2 million is headed to local communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to area legislators.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 26, 2022) – Allen County legislators invite local college students and recent graduates of all majors to apply for a paid internship with Indiana House Republicans.

Note to the Press – Allen County lawmakers issued the following statements in response to the U.S. Supreme Court reversing its decision on Roe v. Wade and returning the issue of abortion back to the states. State legislators are expected to take action to further protect life when they return to the Statehouse for a special session. Gov. Eric Holcomb recently announced his call for lawmakers to reconvene on July 6 and provide $1 billion in inflation relief to Hoosier taxpayers due to higher-than-expected revenue collections. Details of the special session have not yet been announced. Updates will be posted to the Indiana General Assembly's website at iga.in.gov.   

STATEHOUSE (June 24, 2022) – "The Supreme Court's decision today opened the door for states to enact stronger pro-life legislation for the first time in over 50 years. I look forward to returning to the Statehouse, and protecting the sanctity of life as well as supporting new and expectant moms," said State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne).

"This historic Supreme Court decision is an incredible victory for life and now we'll have a chance to reaffirm our commitment to protecting it. There are passionate voices on all sides of this issue, and I plan to join my colleagues at the Statehouse to have a thoughtful debate about how Indiana can better protect the unborn and pregnant women," said State Rep. Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne).

"Now is the time to take action and protect innocent lives across our state. I look forward to passing meaningful legislation that's reflective of our commitment to upholding the sanctity of life while also supporting pregnant mothers," said State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne).

STATEHOUSE (March 10, 2022) – State Reps. Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) at the Statehouse on Tuesday honored the undefeated Homestead Spartans girls soccer team and their state championship title.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 16, 2021) – "These grants will help continue transforming Northeast Indiana. Focusing on population and workforce expansion, a key element of the READI grant initiative, will boost our overall growth. We must invest in our workforce to remain competitive around the state and Midwest, and these grants can help achieve that goal," said State Rep. Martin Carbaugh.

"These grants will help develop and retain the workforce talent in our region, and that goes hand-in-hand with growth in our communities. We want to entice more businesses to locate to Northeast Indiana, and training a local, sustainable labor pool is necessary for that to happen. Continuing to invest in our area will pay dividends for many years to come," said State Rep. Dave Heine.

"Our region is uniquely located to draw talent from Michigan, Ohio and even Illinois. By focusing on quality-of-life initiatives that surround our current and potential business locations, we can create places people want to live and raise families," said State Rep. Bob Morris.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 3, 2021) – Local lawmakers announced this week they are co-authoring legislation to help end the statewide public health emergency and protect Hoosier workers.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 1 , 2021) – Allen County lawmakers encourage local residents and businesses with slow or no broadband internet service to apply for help using the newly launched Indiana Connectivity Program, established by legislation they supported.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 13, 2021) – Allen County lawmakers urge Hoosiers to join the thousands who are already taking advantage of Indiana's Next Level Jobs certificate program to skill up at no cost and obtain a higher-paying job.

STATEHOUSE (August 16, 2021) – Whether studying economics, telecommunications or history, area lawmakers said local college students and recent graduates can gain valuable hands-on work experience by interning with Indiana House Republicans at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.

STATEHOUSE (July 2, 2021) – Allen County lawmakers said Hoosiers should be aware of several new state laws effective July 1, including the new state budget and those supporting small businesses, law enforcement and education.

STATEHOUSE (June 7, 2021) – Local students preparing to become teachers are among this year's recipients of the state's Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2021) – Area legislators recently volunteered at Community Harvest Food Bank to help distribute food items to local families in need. 

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 19, 2020) – Hoosiers can vote absentee-in-person at several locations across Allen County until Nov. 2, according to local lawmakers. 

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 23, 2020) – Fort Wayne area lawmakers encourage local residents to register to vote or check their registration status before the Oct. 5 deadline using the state's online voter portal at IndianaVoters.com.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 16, 2020) – Fort Wayne lawmakers encourage local college students and recent graduates looking to gain valuable work experience to apply online for a paid internship with the Indiana House of Representatives at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 19, 2020) – Area legislators said new resources are available to help students succeed, especially as COVID-19 complicates the start of the school year.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 11, 2020) – Veterans and Indiana companies are connecting through INvet's next-generation website according to Fort Wayne area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (July 17, 2020) – According to local legislators, 2020 Census responses are critical to future federal funding in local communities, and Hoosiers should respond now if they have not already done so.

STATEHOUSE (May 29, 2020) – Fort Wayne area lawmakers encourage Hoosiers whose jobs were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to take advantage of tuition-free training grants offered through Indiana's Next Level Jobs program.

STATEHOUSE (May 21, 2020) – Local small businesses and nonprofits can now utilize the state's new online marketplace to request personal protective equipment, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (May 11, 2020) – Allen County lawmakers urge Hoosiers to be vigilant in protecting themselves against scams, which are surging during the public health pandemic.

STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2020) – Allen County legislators said assistance for a variety of mental health issues is available for Hoosiers struggling to cope with the overwhelming effects of the coronavirus pandemic.

STATEHOUSE (April 9, 2020) – With Indiana school buildings closed for the academic year, Fort Wayne area legislators said there are several online resources available to help students continue learning at home.  

STATEHOUSE (April 7, 2020) – State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) recently welcomed Fort Wayne students to the Statehouse where they served as pages during the 2020 legislative session:

PHOTO CAPTION: (from left) State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne), Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne), Matt Lehman (R-Berne), Ben Smaltz (R-Auburn), Denny Zent (R-Angola), Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne) and Dave Abbott (R-Rome City) pair sneakers with their suits to help kick off February as National Cancer Prevention Month on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020, at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 28, 2020) – State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) recently honored the Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger cheerleading team and Saints cross country runner Erin Strzelecki at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 16, 2020) – Area lawmakers are encouraging Hoosier students interested in state government to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the upcoming 2020 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 22, 2019) – Allen County lawmakers invite local college students and recent graduates to apply for the Indiana House Republican Internship Program, which takes place during the 2020 legislative session at the Statehouse in Indianapolis.

“Indiana’s unborn could have been better protected starting today. While I am disappointed in the court’s decision and believe this is an issue of states’ rights, the remainder of the bill is intact and I am hopeful that the attorney general will vigorously appeal this ruling. In light of this recent action, we now have a greater duty to continue to be the voice for those unable to speak for themselves.”

STATEHOUSE (May 22, 2019) – Aspiring teachers from Allen County were recently selected to receive the Next Generation Hoosier Educator Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (May 16, 2019) – State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (March 5, 2019) – State Sen. Liz Brown (R-Fort Wayne) and State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) recently honored the Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger Saints high school football team at the Statehouse.

INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 4, 2019) – The House Employment, Labor and Pensions Committee recently supported State Rep. Bob Morris’ (R-Fort Wayne) legislation to make it easier for those pursuing a career in the plumbing trade.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 19, 2018) – Area lawmakers encourage students who want to learn more about state government to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2019 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 11, 2018) – State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) was recently reappointed to serve as chair of the House Commerce, Small Business and Economic Development Committee.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 16, 2018) – College students and recent graduates seeking an internship with the Indiana House of Representatives must submit their applications before the Oct. 31 deadline, according to State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne).

Note to the Press: Please include the following statements from State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) in your coverage of the passing of Fort Wayne Police Officer David Tinsley:

STATEHOUSE (July 26, 2018) — Indiana House Republicans are now accepting internship applications for the 2019 legislative session, which begins in January, according to area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (June 20, 2018) — State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) were recently selected to chair the Interim Study Committee on Financial Institutions and Insurance, and the Interim Study Committee on Commerce and Economic Development, respectively.

STATEHOUSE (May 2, 2018) — Many students from Allen County planning to pursue a career in education were selected to receive the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne), Dave Heine (R-New Haven) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne).

STATEHOUSE (March 22, 2018) — Artwork by local artists will soon be on display at the Statehouse, according to State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne).

STATEHOUSE (March 21, 2018) — State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse.

RAISING AWARENESS: (From left to right) State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne), Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne), Dave Wolkins (R-Warsaw), Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) and Dave Heine (R-New Haven) pair sneakers with their suits on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis to draw attention to National Cancer Prevention Month. 

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 23, 2018) — The House of Representatives today voted in support of State Rep. Bob Morris’ (R-Fort Wayne) legislation that would prohibit the installation of unsafe used tires.

State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) issued statements regarding the state's denial of an abortion clinic license. 

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 27, 2017) — Fort Wayne state representatives are encouraging area students to apply to the 2018 Indiana House of Representatives Page Program.