STATEHOUSE (Aug. 16, 2019) – Applications are now open for the Indiana House Republican Internship Program for the 2020 legislative session, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington).

Note to the Press: Please include the following statement from State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) in your coverage of Gov. Eric Holcomb’s announcement of $22.1 million in funding for broadband expansion projects across the state. This funding will provide broadband infrastructure to more than 4,800 homes and commercial locations in 12 counties, including Bean Blossom and Bloomington townships in Monroe County, as part of the initial round of the Next Level Broadband program. Ellington supported the state’s budget, which allows funds to be used for awarding broadband grants to rural areas:

STATEHOUSE (May 16, 2019) – Aspiring teachers from Monroe County were recently selected to receive the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers. State Reps. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington), Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) and Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) supported legislation in 2016 creating the scholarship program.

STATEHOUSE (April 30, 2019) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) recently welcomed Bloomfield residents to the Statehouse where they served as pages. Several Arrows Baptist Academy students served as House pages, including Danielle, Isaac, Jennifer and Kristen Ceaser. Students toured the governor’s office, the House and Senate chambers,

STATEHOUSE (March 27, 2019) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse. As a House page, these participants toured the governor’s office, the House and Senate chambers, and the Indiana Supreme Court. They helped staff with daily duties and joined Ellington on the House floor during the

PHOTO CAPTION: State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) pairs sneakers with his suit to draw attention to National Cancer Prevention Month Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Each year, the Indiana House of Representatives participates in the Suits and Sneakers challenge, an annual event hosted by the American Cancer Society and the

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 19, 2019) – The House of Representatives unanimously voted in support of State Rep. Jeff Ellington’s (R-Bloomington) proposal to help local community corrections programs pay for much-needed equipment. According to Ellington, local governments have access to established cumulative capital improvement funds, or CCI, which can

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 4, 2019) – The House of Representatives today voted unanimously in support of State Rep. Jeff Ellington’s (R-Bloomington) proposal to stop intrusive and illegal telemarketers. Ellington is working to give local prosecutors more support in order to locate and charge those who violate the state’s Do Not Call law and federal

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 20, 2018) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) encourages students who want to learn more about state government to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2019 legislative session. According to Ellington, those who are between the ages of 13 to 18 can spend a day at the Statehouse in Indianapolis helping

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 10, 2018) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) was recently reappointed vice chair of the House Natural Resources Committee. “It’s our duty to work with state agencies to ensure our natural resources are protected for future generations,” Ellington said. “We will engage in meaningful discussions with

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 15, 2018) — Local communities received more than $1 million in state matching grants to improve roads and bridges, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). Established in 2016, the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program has awarded nearly $400 million in state funds for local projects around the state on a 50/50

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 13, 2018) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) is working to stop unwanted calls and strengthen penalties against phone scammers and robocalls. Ellington testified at this week’s hearing for the Interim Study Committee on Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications, calling for stronger penalties for telephone solicitation

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 1, 2018) – Indiana House Republicans are now accepting internship applications for the 2019 legislative session, which begins in January, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). Ellington said the House Republican Internship Program is a unique opportunity for college students and graduates to participate in state

STATEHOUSE (June 21, 2018) — Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch presented a Golden Hoosier Award to LeRoy Rothrock of Bloomington at the Statehouse Thursday for his service and commitment to the community, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). Rothrock has devoted more than 60 years to making his community a better place by working with the

STATEHOUSE (June 12, 2018) — The Indiana Department of Education on Tuesday awarded Lighthouse Christian Academy for student success on AP exams for the 2016-2017 school year, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). During the 2018 Indiana AP Recognition Ceremony, the DOE and College Board recognized more than 70 schools for having 25

STATEHOUSE (May 16, 2018) — Gov. Eric Holcomb on Monday signed into law legislation putting more protections in place for Hoosier students, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). House Enrolled Act 1230 appropriates up to an additional $5 million to the Indiana Secured School Safety Grant Fund. Ellington said this is in addition to

STATEHOUSE (May 2, 2018) — Several area students planning to pursue a career in education were selected to receive the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). Ellington, who supported legislation creating this scholarship program, said the scholarship is awarded to top-performing students

STATEHOUSE (April 10, 2018) — Linton recently received a grant for improvement projects from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). Funds are distributed to rural communities through the Community Development Block Grant Program to assist local governments with projects like

STATEHOUSE (March 27, 2018) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse. As a House page, these participants toured government offices, helped staff with daily duties and joined Ellington on the House floor during the legislative session: Jaqueline Harding, from Bloomington, attends Bloomington High

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2018) — Legislation co-authored by State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) establishing various consumer protections for financial services, including payday loans and rent-to-own agreements, could soon be law. House Enrolled Act 1397 contains numerous provisions amending Indiana’s statutes concerning consumer credit,

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 21, 2018) — Legislation sponsored by State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) ensuring patients committed to a mental health institution or psychiatric hospital have the right to vote and claim permanent residency could soon become law. Ellington said this proposal would align the residency status of patients with similar provisions

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 19, 2018) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) today at the Statehouse honored volunteer firefighters who served communities throughout Indiana for 50 years or more. Ellington recognized over 60 volunteer firefighters with a House resolution during Monday’s legislative session. “It’s a tremendous

RAISING AWARENESS: (From left to right) State Reps. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute), Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) and Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) pair sneakers with their suits on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis to draw attention to National Cancer Prevention Month. Each year, the Indiana House of Representatives participates in

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2018) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse. As a House page, these participants toured government offices, helped staff with daily duties and joined Ellington on the House floor during the legislative session: Danielle Ceaser, from Bloomfield, attends Arrows Baptist

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 5, 2018) — The House of Representatives today voted in support of State Rep. Jeff Ellington’s (R-Bloomington) bill that would strengthen private property rights. The proposal would protect a property owners’ rights to harvest natural resources such as aggregate, coal and limestone while abiding by all local regulations.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 31, 2018) — The House of Representatives recently passed a proposal co-authored by State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) that would allow CBD oil to be sold and purchased in Indiana. House Bill 1214 would legalize industrial hemp products, like CBD oil, if certain conditions are met. CBD oil products would need to meet testing,

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 30, 2018) — The House Committee on Natural Resources supported State Rep. Jeff Ellington’s (R-Bloomington) proposal that would strengthen private property rights. “My proposal would continue to allow units of government to protect their roadways through equalizing the fee or bond for a commercial construction

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 27, 2017) — Applications are open for students interested in participating in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2018 legislative session, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). Pages have an opportunity to join Ellington during the legislative session and tour the governor’s office, the Indiana Supreme

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 1, 2017) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) was recently selected to serve as vice chair of the House Committee on Natural Resources. “I am eager to transition into a leadership role on the committee,” Ellington said. “Members work with the public, state agencies and policymakers to make sure our

WHO: State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) WHAT: Highway naming ceremony WHEN: 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16 WHERE: Greene County Courthouse I E. Main St. Bloomfield, IN 47424 WHY: Ellington authored a resolution urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename the portion of U.S. Highway 231, which stretches from Interstate 69 to

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 20, 2017) – Applications to intern with the Indiana House Republicans during the 2018 legislative session are due Oct. 31, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). The House Republican Internship Program offers paid, spring-semester internships at the Indiana Statehouse in downtown Indianapolis. These are full-time

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 16, 2017) — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded Daviess County a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant for local projects, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). Ellington said Daviess County will use this grant for the construction of a pole barn style fire station in Washington

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 21, 2017) — Local communities will receive state matching grants to improve roads and bridges, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). More than $150 million was awarded to Indiana cities, towns and counties through the Community Crossings grant program, which is now in its second year. The grants are available

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 28, 2017) – Indiana House Republicans are now accepting internship applications for the 2018 legislative session, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). Ellington said the House Republican Internship Program is a unique opportunity to participate in state government at the Indiana Statehouse while gaining valuable

STATEHOUSE (July 28, 2017) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) will be available to meet with constituents at the Monroe County Fair. “I invite everyone to visit me at the Monroe County Fair to have some face-to-face conversations,” Ellington said. “This is an opportunity to ask questions on various topics, including the

Note to the Press: Please include the following statements from State Reps. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) and Mike Braun (R-Jasper) in your coverage of the recent announced partnership with Purdue University, West Gate Authority and Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division to operate West Gate tech park. STATEHOUSE (July 25, 2017) – “This

Note to the Press: Please include the following statement from State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) in your coverage of the Indiana Department of Education’s announcement that Summit Elementary and Clear Creek Elementary schools are grant recipients of the Dual Language Immersion Pilot Program. In the 2017 legislative session, Ellington voted to

STATEHOUSE (July 19, 2017) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) is asking Hoosier employers to help identify duplicative or redundant state reporting requirements using a new online portal. “I would like to encourage my fellow small-business owners to help us with this important effort,” Ellington said. “After we identify

STATEHOUSE (July 6, 2017) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) was recently selected to serve on the Military Base Planning Council. The committee will examine assigned topics, gather testimonies and recommend potential legislation for the 2018 legislative session. “The Military Base Planning Council was created to enhance

STATEHOUSE (May 25, 2017) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) honored Phi Delta Kappa International Wednesday with a resolution for its many contributions to the community for more than a century. Phi Delta Kappa International’s founding chapter was organized at Indiana University in 1906, serving graduate students and undergraduates in

STATEHOUSE (May 17, 2017) — Local students planning to pursue a career in education are among the recipients of this year’s Next Generation Hoosier Educator Scholarship, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). Ellington supported legislation creating this scholarship program last year to help incentivize top-performing students

BANNING CERTAIN DANGEROUS DRUGS: Gov. Eric Holcomb (center) today at the Statehouse signs into law a proposal authored by State Rep. Jeff Ellington (seated, right) banning dangerous drugs. The Bloomington lawmaker led efforts to add U-47700 and Etizolam to the controlled substances list, making it illegal to purchase or distribute either of the drugs in

STATEHOUSE (April 7, 2017) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) and State Sen. Mark Stoops (D-Bloomington) today honored a locally owned family farm for being in operation for more than 150 years. The Pafford farm, located in Monroe County, was recognized at the Statehouse with a Hoosier Homestead award for 150 years of family farm ownership.

STATEHOUSE (March 20, 2017) – In an effort to fight the drug epidemic in Indiana, lawmakers passed State Rep. Jeff Ellington’s (R-Bloomington) bill that would add two drugs to the controlled substance list on to the governor. “These two drugs are extremely dangerous substances that need to be added to the list, making it illegal to

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 21, 2017) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington’s (R-Bloomington) proposal that would add two drugs to the controlled substance list passed out of the House of Representatives today. According to Ellington, one of the substances, U-47700, is typically produced overseas in unregulated labs in China or Eastern Europe. The most common

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 13, 2017) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington’s (R-Bloomington) bill to reduce government regulation on forestry management passed out of the Indiana House of Representatives today. House Bill 1089 would prohibit a local unit of government from regulating the sale or removal of timber from private property, while abiding by best

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 24, 2017) – State lawmakers honored local Olympic gold medalist, Lilly King, with a House Concurrent Resolution today at the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 27, 2016) — Applications are now open for students interested in participating in the Indiana House Page Program, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). While at the Statehouse, House pages spend the day touring the House and Senate chambers, the Indiana Supreme Court and governor’s office. They also observe

STATEHOUSE (Dec.16, 2016) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) was recently selected to serve on four House standing committees, including the House Committee on Local Government. He was also assigned to the House Committee on Natural Resources, the House Committee on Financial Institutions, and the House Committee on Interstate and

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 14, 2016) — The deadline to apply for the Next Generation Teacher Scholarship, paying $7,500 per year for students pursuing a career in education, is Dec. 31, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). Ellington supported the creation of this scholarship to help incentivize top-performing students to pursue a career

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 22, 2016) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) joined fellow legislators at the Statehouse today for the Indiana General Assembly’s Organization Day. Organization Day occurs annually in November. State lawmakers use the day to gather together, meet new members and prepare for the upcoming legislative session. Following

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 18, 2016) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) is crafting legislation adding U-47700, a dangerous synthetic opioid eight times more powerful than heroin, to the statutory definition of “synthetic drug.” Typically produced overseas in unregulated labs in China or Eastern Europe, the synthetic opioid is easily

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 12, 2016 STATEHOUSE (Sept. 12, 2016) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) received an award for conservative excellence from the American Conservative Union Foundation in its 2016 ratings of the Indiana

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 24, 2016 STATEHOUSE (Aug. 24, 2016) — Local communities received state matching grants this week to improve roads and bridges, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington). This year, Ellington supported

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 12, 2016 STATEHOUSE (Aug. 12, 2016) — The Cline-Haywood farm was recognized on Friday with the Hoosier Homestead award for 150 years of family farm ownership, according to State Rep. Jeff Ellington

STATEHOUSE (June 23, 2016) — State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) will be serving on the Military Base Planning Council and the State Council on Interstate Adult Offender Supervision. In preparation for the 2017 legislative session, which begins in January, officials meet to examine topics, gather testimonies and identify potential legislation.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 24, 2016 Rep. Ellington honors local military hero with resolution STATEHOUSE (March 24, 2016) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) recently recognized local World War II hero, the late Dured E.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 29, 2016 Rep. Ellington welcomes student pages to the Statehouse INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 29,

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 19, 2016 Ellington laces up sneakers to fight cancer STATEHOUSE (Jan. 19, 2016) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) paired his sneakers with his suit today at the Statehouse to help raise cancer awareness. “Nothing would please me more than to see an end to cancer,” Ellington said. “According to

The 2016 Legislative Session has begun, and I have hit the ground running. Each new day brings a new lesson and resolve to work quickly to address the issues that our community and our state faces. This year Hoosiers from across this great state have decried the poor status that our statewide standardized testing is in and how it poorly reflects on our

INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 12, 2016) – State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington) was appointed by House Speaker Brian Bosma (R-Indianapolis) to serve on three House committees. Ellington will now serve on the Interstate and International Cooperation, Public Policy and Natural Resources committees. “It is an honor to have been selected to these

Dear Friend,

​I would like to take this time to introduce myself as the new state representative for House District 62. I am honored to have the opportunity to serve our community in this new role. 

As I begin my term as representative, I encourage you to stay in touch throughout the upcoming session. I am committed to keeping Indiana moving forward as we work toward developing a responsible, comprehensive and sustainable plan to maintain and improve our transportation infrastructure. As the Crossroads of America, our roads and bridges play a key role in our state's economy.

INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 5, 2015) — Jeff Ellington of Bloomington took the oath of office today to serve as state representative for House District 62.

Indiana Supreme Court Justice Loretta H. Rush administered the oath in the House Chamber of the Statehouse during a formal swearing-in ceremony. House District 62 includes all of Greene County and portions of Monroe, Martin and Daviess counties.

Ellington set to take oath of office Tuesday

 WHO:

State Rep. Jeff Ellington (R-Bloomington)

 Indiana Supreme Court Justice Brent Dickson, presiding

WHAT:

Swearing-in ceremony

WHEN:

11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 5

WHERE:

House Chamber

200 W. Washington St.

Indianapolis, IN 46204

Education is a topic that we all have varying opinions on. However, one thing we can all agree is that having the highest quality education system is critical to our future. I know, personally, I have put education first as your representative and look forward to building on that progress this session. It takes teamwork to move our education system

STATEHOUSE—State Representative Ben Smaltz (R-Auburn) authored legislation that would provide teachers with a tax credit for purchasing school supplies, up to $200. House Bill (HB) 1005, co-authored by State Reps. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) passed out of the House unanimously and has moved to the Senate. “It

How does your family budget for the year? Do you sit down around the kitchen table every week discussing your financial situation or set a yearly budget and then adjust accordingly? Like every Hoosier family, lawmakers follow similar budgeting principles; the only major difference is that the budget is crafted in a committee, known as Ways and Means,

STATEHOUSE – State Representative Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) authored House Bill (HB) 1170 which would allow food waste to be recycled as swine feed. The bill passed unanimously out of the Indiana House. “This idea was brought to me by a teacher who noticed that some schools and restaurants throw away a lot of food and that something should be

The 2015 legislative session is in full swing. As your state representative, I will continue working hard to represent your thoughts and opinions at the Statehouse, and I look forward to moving our community forward. While the legislative process might seem intricate at times, it starts very simple: with an idea. The ideas can come from anyone, not just

STATEHOUSE – “As a member of the Ways and Means committee, I was pleased that Governor Pence reiterated his commitment to passing an honestly balanced budget that ensures Indiana lives within its means. Crafting and passing a budget is one of the main focuses during this legislative session, and as one of our top priorities, I look forward to

STATEHOUSE — State Representative Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) is encouraging Hoosier students to apply for the Indiana House Page Program. The program offers students 13 to 18 years old the chance to visit the Statehouse and see a full day of legislative activity. “The Page Program offers an exciting opportunity to learn about state government

STATEHOUSE – On Organization Day, State Representative Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) was joined by fellow legislators, staff and other state office holders in donating supplies to the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ICADV). “Domestic violence affects so many people throughout our state,” said Laura Berry, Executive Director of

Start Date: 2/27/2014 Start Time: 4:30 PM Today, State Representative Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) authored a House resolution recognizing the accomplishments of Mckenzie Radcliff, a student at Hatfield Elementary School. Mckenzie was the first five-year-old to complete the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program at the Mitchell Community Public

Start Date: 1/14/2014 Start Time: 12:00 AM End Date: 1/14/2014 “Governor Pence’s remarks at the State of the State had many positive notes. I believe that the issues he addressed tonight will help accelerate us to a stronger Indiana. With a large focus on education, family and jobs, we are embodying what Hoosiers care about.”

Start Date: 11/19/2013 Start Time: 12:00 AM End Date: 11/19/2013 STATEHOUSE – State Representative Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) was joined by legislators, staff and other state office holders in donating sporting equipment and other items to Special Olympics of Indiana today at the Statehouse. “Special Olympics Indiana is honored

Start Date: 6/24/2013 Start Time: 10:00 AM End Date: 6/24/2013 End Time: 10:00 AM STATEHOUSE— House Speaker Brian Bosma (R-Indianapolis) appointed State Representative Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) to serve on the Military Base Planning Council. “While the next legislative session won’t convene until next year, my colleagues and

Start Date: 4/27/2013 Start Time: 12:00 AM End Date: 4/27/2013 End Time: 11:59 PM STATEHOUSE - Speaker of the Indiana House of Representatives, Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis), announced the end of session, or Sine Die on Friday evening, closing out a year of priorities achieved. The House Republican agenda, which was released in October,

Start Date: 4/16/2013 Start Time: 9:00 AM End Date: 4/16/2013 End Time: 9:00 AM STATEHOUSE – State Representative Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) congratulates Myles Adams from Monroe County for receiving the 2013 Comcast Leaders & Achievers Scholarship today. The award recognizes high school seniors for their outstanding leadership

Start Date: 2/21/2013 Start Time: 4:30 PM End Date: 2/21/2013 End Time: 4:30 PM STATEHOUSE – Last week the House Ways and Means committee released the Indiana 2014-2015 state budget. The bill, House Bill (HB) 1001, was discussed on the House floor today. Focusing on protecting Hoosier taxpayers, prioritizing education funding and improving

Start Date: 2/12/2013 Start Time: 12:30 PM End Date: 2/12/2013 End Time: 12:30 PM STATEHOUSE — Members of the General Assembly have joined forces in the fight against Hoosier hunger. Partnering with Feeding Indiana’s Hungry, the lawmakers are working to raise awareness and assist with the state’s domestic hunger relief efforts

Start Date: 2/8/2013 Start Time: 4:00 PM End Date: 2/8/2013 End Time: 4:00 PM STATEHOUSE – State Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) applauds Mister Buck’s Genuinely Good Pet Food Company for being one of the 10 established small businesses in Indiana to receive the Economic Development and Growth through Entrepreneurship (EDGE) award.

Start Date: 1/29/2013 Start Time: 4:00 PM End Date: 1/29/2013 End Time: 4:00 PM STATEHOUSE – State Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) and other House legislators and staff wore sneakers at the Statehouse yesterday in support of the “Suits and Sneakers” challenge to promote awareness of the fight against cancer. According to

Start Date: 1/4/2013 Start Time: 12:00 AM End Date: 1/4/2013 End Time: 11:59 PM STATEHOUSE — State Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) is encouraging local students to apply for the Indiana House Page Program. The program offers students 13 to 18 years old the chance to visit the Statehouse and see a full day of legislative activity.

Start Date: 11/30/2012 Start Time: 4:30 PM End Date: 11/30/2012 End Time: 4:30 PM STATEHOUSE— House Speaker Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis) announced committee assignments and leadership appointments for the Indiana House Republican Caucus. State Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) was appointed to two different House committees: Ways &

Start Date: 11/20/2012 Start Time: 4:00 PM End Date: 11/20/2012 End Time: 4:00 PM STATEHOUSE – Indiana Legislators were sworn in today, Organization Day, which marks the first meeting for the 118th General Assembly. All 100 members of the House, including 19 new Republicans, were sworn in by Chief Justice Brent Dickson. “Just like

Start Date: 10/4/2012 Start Time: 4:00 PM End Date: 10/4/2012 End Time: 4:00 PM STATEHOUSE- Speaker of the Indiana House of Representatives, Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis), joined by a dozen of his House Republican colleagues, announced the House Republican Agenda today which focuses on making Indiana a stronger state for future generations.

Start Date: 9/17/2012 Start Time: 12:00 AM End Date: 9/17/2012 End Time: 11:59 PM STATEHOUSE – State Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) announces that the 2013 House Republican Internship Program is now accepting applications. The program is open to college students and graduates and is recommended to those who would like to gain

Start Date: 8/14/2012 Start Time: 12:00 AM End Date: 8/14/2012 End Time: 11:59 PM STATEHOUSE – State Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) congratulates the Chambers family from Sullivan County for receiving the Hoosier Homestead Award. The award was presented by Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman and Agriculture Director Joe Kelsay at the Indiana State

Start Date: 8/2/2012 Start Time: 8:00 AM End Date: 8/2/2012 End Time: 8:00 AM This past session, I supported several pieces of education-related legislation that benefit Hoosier students, and on July 1, those new laws went into effect. It is important that we are all aware of these changes, so I have highlighted a few below. House Enrolled

Start Date: 7/20/2012 Start Time: 8:00 AM End Date: 7/20/2012 End Time: 8:00 AM As you know, the majority of new Indiana laws went into effect July 1. It is important for all Hoosiers to be aware of the changes Indiana is making. Below I've highlighted two new laws that effect our state's public health. House Enrolled Act 1149 – Smoking

Start Date: 7/10/2012 Start Time: 8:00 AM End Date: 7/10/2012 End Time: 8:00 AM The majority of new Indiana laws went into effect July 1. It is important that everyone is aware of changes Indiana is making, which is why this will be part one of a four-part series of columns discussing new Indiana laws. Since our nation celebrates its

Start Date: 7/4/2012 Start Time: 8:00 AM End Date: 7/4/2012 End Time: 8:00 AM 4th of July: Freedom & Bravery ...O say, does that star spangled banner yet wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave. The Land of the Free Freedom is what our country has been founded on and freedom is what we

Start Date: 6/29/2012 Start Time: 8:00 AM End Date: 6/29/2012 End Time: 8:00 AM STATEHOUSE—Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) was appointed to two interim study committees today to examine the issues facing Hoosiers. Rep. Ubelhor will serve as a member of the Military Base Planning Council and the Orange County Development Advisory Board.

Start Date: 6/18/2012 Start Time: 9:30 AM End Date: 6/18/2012 End Time: 9:30 AM I recently read a horrific news story that has swept the nation about a Miami man who visciously attacked a homeless man. The young man was believed to be under the influence of synthetic drugs, or "bath salts." Bath salts are dangerous synthetic drugs composed of

Start Date: 5/25/2012 Start Time: 12:00 AM End Date: 5/25/2012 End Time: 11:59 PM Memorial Day is a time to honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for us to enjoy our freedom. Take time this Memorial Day to honor veterans by attending a local parade or community event. In Washington D.C., Congress enacted a resolution in 2000

Start Date: 5/10/2012 Start Time: 12:00 AM End Date: 5/10/2012 End Time: 11:59 PM Teaching is one of the most important occupations that one could pursue. Teachers not only equip students with how to read and write but leave long lasting wisdom to help young people succeed in their academia, career and family lives.

Start Date: 5/2/2012 Start Time: 12:00 AM End Date: 5/2/2012 End Time: 11:59 PM Last Thursday I was among many volunteers who had the privilege of participating in Greene County’s Walk a Mile in Their Shoes, an event for which we marched a mile around the courthouse square to raise awareness about the growing problem of sexual assaults

Start Date: 4/20/2012 End Date: 4/20/2012 STATEHOUSE – It was announced today by the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) that Bloomfield School District is being awarded an Excellence in Performance Award grant of $76,231. State Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) extends his congratulations to the teachers and schools in his district

Start Date: 3/10/2012 End Date: 3/10/2012 Greene County Lawrence County Martin County Orange County Statement: Rep. Ubelhor reacts to Adjournment of 2012 Session STATEHOUSE – “It has been an honor to work for the people of Indiana during this legislative session. Despite the short session, the Indiana General Assembly

Start Date: 1/25/2012 End Date: 1/25/2012 Greene County Lawrence County Martin County Orange County Washington County Hunting Preserves Bill Moves on to Second Reading STATEHOUSE – A bill authored by Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) has passed through the House Natural Resources Committee by a vote of 8 to 4 and onto second

Start Date: 1/10/2012 End Date: 1/10/2012 Greene County Lawrence County Martin County Orange County Washington County Rep. Ubelhor Reacts to State of the State Address STATEHOUSE- “Governor Daniels has done an excellent job as the leader of our state and it is with his strong leadership and fiscal responsibility that our state

Start Date: 6/1/2011 All Day End Date: 6/1/2011 <![CDATA[ Please include the following statement from Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) in your coverage of Planned Parenthood. STATEMENT-"I am very pleased with the ruling of U.S District Judge Tonya Walton Pratt, her ruling today brings Indiana closer to being one of the most pro-life

Start Date: 4/15/2011 All Day End Date: 4/15/2011 <![CDATA[ Increased Education Funding and Complete Extension of Full-Day Kindergarten to Every School in Indiana Please include the following statement from Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) in your coverage of today's announcement made by Speaker Bosma, Gov. Daniels and Senate President

Start Date: 4/13/2011 All Day End Date: 4/13/2011 <![CDATA[ STATEHOUSE- Rep. Matt Ubelhor's (R-Bloomfield) employee representation bill passed out of the Senate Committee on Pensions and Labor and will now move to the Senate floor for consideration. House Bill 1203 ensures that employees have the right to participate in the secret ballot

Start Date: 3/24/2011 All Day End Date: 3/24/2011 <![CDATA[ Rep. Ubelhor's Employee Representation Campaign Bill Passes the House STATEHOUSE- Rep. Ubelhor's (R-Bloomfield) Employee Representation Campaign bill passed the House today by a vote of 60 to 33 and will now move to the Senate for consideration. House Bill 1203 specifies

Start Date: 3/24/2011 All Day End Date: 3/24/2011 <![CDATA[ Rep. Ubelhor's Various Abortion Matters Bill Passes the House STATEHOUSE- Rep. Ubelhor's breast cancer screening and various abortion matters bill passed the House by a vote of 73 to 23. The bill will now go to the Senate for consideration. The bill is intended to prevent late

Start Date: 3/23/2011 All Day End Date: 3/23/2011 <![CDATA[ "I am glad to hear that the House Democrats are returning to fulfill their elected duty as they should have been here all along," said Rep. Ubelhor. "We were elected by Hoosiers in November to construct a balanced budget, pass education reforms, and redraw district maps and till

Start Date: 3/11/2011 All Day End Date: 3/11/2011 <![CDATA[ House Republican Freshmen Galvanized for Democracy We entered the 2011 General Assembly with a passion to serve and a commitment to make a difference. Voters put us in charge to focus on jobs, a balanced budget with no new taxes and education improvement. In November we took

Start Date: 2/7/2011 All Day End Date: 2/7/2011 <![CDATA[ Rep. Ubelhor Celebrates Statehood Day Wishing a 194th Birthday to Indiana STATEHOUSE-Rep. Matt Ubelhor (R-Bloomfield) celebrated Statehood Day today with students from school's across Indiana, to commemorate the Hoosier State's 194th birthday. Eighteen other fourth-grade classes

Start Date: 11/23/2010 All Day End Date: 11/23/2010 <![CDATA[ Indiana General Assembly COLUMN State Rep. Matt Ubelhor Contact: Gareth Evans or Ayisha Tahir Indiana House of Representatives Press Secretary, Media Department Statehouse, 200 W. Washington St. (317) 232-9659 or