Karen Engleman

STATEHOUSE (March 11, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded local communities over $2.2 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to Washington County legislators.

STATEHOUSE (March 11, 2025) – Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program awarded local communities over $4.3 million in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Zach Payne (R-Charlestown).

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 23, 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) – Southern Indiana legislators recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse.

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

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 31, 2024) – Nominations are now being accepted for the state's first-ever award recognizing Hoosier first responders who are killed or seriously injured in an act of public service, thanks to legislation supported by local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 31, 2024) – State Reps. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) along with other local lawmakers recently presented a Sagamore of the Wabash to Dr. John Click, a longtime dentist and community volunteer from Floyd County.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 29, 2024) – Nominations are now being accepted for the state's first-ever award recognizing Hoosier first responders who are killed or seriously injured in an act of public service, thanks to legislation supported by local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 21, 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 (Sept. 18, 2024) – Local schools recently received more than $450,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 13, 2024) – Washington County schools recently received more than $132,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 6, 2024) – South Central Indiana lawmakers encourage families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the Sept. 1 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 5, 2024) – Washington County lawmakers encourage families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the Sept. 1 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (July 10, 2024) – State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Chris May (R-Bedford) 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 10, 2024) – South Central Indiana 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 10, 2024) – State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Zach Payne (R-Charleston) 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 (June 28, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, local lawmakers want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws taking effect July 1.

As summer kicks off in Indiana, State Reps. Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws taking effect July 1.

Local lawmakers encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

Local lawmakers encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

A new public notification similar to Indiana's Amber Alert will soon help first responders locate missing and at-risk veterans thanks to efforts supported by local lawmakers.

Harrison County can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to $1.5 million in state funding supported by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

State Reps. Jim Lucas (R-Seymour) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) 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. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) 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 guardsman to help the Texas National Guard during a 10-month deployment:

Legislation providing a 13th check to retired public employees is now one step closer to becoming law after the Indiana House of Representatives unanimously approved the measure, according to local lawmakers.

Note to the Press – State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) issued the following statements today in response to Gov. Eric Holcomb's announcement of a new project to build a Meta Platforms Inc. data center campus at River Ridge Commerce Center in Jeffersonville. Once completed, this campus would support approximately 100 new jobs and hundreds of construction jobs in the coming years.

Hardy Lake State Park's lift station will be replaced with the help of newly approved state funding, according to local legislators.

With Indiana's lawmakers set to return to the Statehouse on Jan. 8 for the start of the 2024 legislative session, local lawmakers released online surveys to gather constituents' feedback on important issues.

Significant state funding is in route to local communities to help complete road and bridge projects, according to area legislators.

As the Nov. 7 election approaches, area legislators encourage Hoosier voters to submit election-related questions or report issues using the state's new text hotline.

Several Southeastern Indiana historic sites will undergo renovation and repair projects with the help of newly approved state funding, according to area lawmakers.

Note to the Press – State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) issued the following statements today in response to the State Budget Committee approving $37.5 million for Origin Park. During the 2023 legislative session, Engleman and Payne voted in support of the funding as part of the new two-year state budget. The State Budget Committee formally approved releasing the funds on Friday, along with funding several other projects across the state.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 30, 2023) – "This is a transformational investment for our area as Origin Park will boost our area's quality of life and tourism, as well as create opportunities for other economic development. This park will attract businesses and families to Southern Indiana, and I can't wait to see what the future holds," said State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

Note to the Press – Please include the following statements from State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) in your coverage of today's announcement that Canadian Solar is investing $800 million in a new solar cell manufacturing facility in Jeffersonville and planning to create 1,200 new jobs:

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 30, 2023) – "In Clark County, we're embracing the opportunity to be at the forefront of an emerging industry that will provide jobs to hardworking Hoosiers and continue to boost our local economy for many years to come. Southeast Indiana is one of the best places start and grow a business, thanks to our prime location and talented workforce. I look forward to watching our communities continue to grow and thrive thanks to ongoing investments like Canadian Solar's new commitment," said State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for an internship at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

 

Southeast Indiana lawmakers encourage local college students and recent graduates to apply online for an internship at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

Thirty local schools recently received more than $2.2 million total through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, according to area lawmakers.

Local legislators encourage Hoosier voters to register or check their voting status by the Oct. 10 deadline.

New Albany-Floyd County Consolidated Schools and Community Montessori Inc. recently received a combined total of more than $136,000 through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) encourages Hoosier voters to register or check their voting status by the Oct. 10 deadline.

Local lawmakers encourage 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. 19, 2023) – State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) encourages 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.

Local lawmakers encourage 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.

Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.  

Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) is seeking interns to join her at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.  

Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

Local lawmakers are seeking interns to join them at the Statehouse during the 2024 legislative session.

Harrison County farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years were recently honored with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to area legislators.

State Reps. Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) recently welcomed Clark County students to the Statehouse where they participated in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2023 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (April 13, 2023) – Local communities are set to receive over $412,000 to complete much-needed road projects, according to State Reps. Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (April 13, 2023) – Floyd County communities are set to receive over $1.1 million to complete much-needed road projects, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced legislation supported by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) that would help communities of all sizes expand housing options.

State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) invite local students to spend a day serving as a House page at the Indiana Statehouse during the 2023 legislative session.

More than $2.7 million is headed to local communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to local legislators.

Over $986,000 is headed to Washington County communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to local lawmakers.

Over $2.7 million is headed to Clark County communities to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to State Reps. Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Chris May (R-Bedford) recently received appointments to chair key House standing committees.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 24, 2022) – Local lawmakers encourage college students and recent graduates to apply for a paid Statehouse internship before the Oct. 31 deadline.

Several Clark County schools recently received more than $271,000 through the state's Secured Schools Safety Grant Program, according to local legislators.

Clark County legislators invite local college students and recent graduates of all majors to apply for a paid internship with Indiana House Republicans.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 18, 2022) – The longstanding Richmer Farm in Harrison County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Sesquicentennial Award for being in operation since 1847, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and State Sen. Gary Byrne (R-Byrneville).

Area legislators provided the following statements today after Gov. Eric Holcomb announced his plan to call state lawmakers back to the Statehouse for a special session to provide inflation relief to Hoosier taxpayers:

STATEHOUSE (May 24, 2022) – Local lawmakers today joined the majority of Indiana's lawmakers in successfully overriding the governor's veto of legislation protecting the integrity of girls' sports.

STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2022) – Fast and reliable internet is coming to more homes and businesses in Southern Indiana thanks to over $9.7 million in state broadband grants, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (April 21, 2022) – Communities throughout Clark and Floyd counties will receive more than $2.7 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvement projects, according to local lawmakers.  

STATEHOUSE (April 6, 2022) – Area legislators today announced the latest recipients of the Hoosier Homestead Award, which recognizes farms that have been owned and maintained by the same family for 100 years or more.

STATEHOUSE (March 17, 2022) – About 900,000 additional Hoosiers will now qualify for the $125 automatic taxpayer refund this spring under a new law recently signed by the governor and supported by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (March 14, 2022) – A new law authored by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) will help ensure Hoosiers who purchase handicap-accessible vehicles aren't ripped off if they happen to buy a lemon. 

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 22, 2022) – State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Evansville) said she is looking forward to local communities tackling health challenges like diabetes and obesity through a new state grant she helped create.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 21, 2022) – Our Lady of Providence High School graduate Brynna Walthers is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and her fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2022 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 27, 2022) – The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced legislation to help alleviate the state's severe nursing shortage, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 21, 2022) – Indiana House Republicans on Thursday advanced a responsible and sweeping tax-cut package that could put over $1.3 billion back in Hoosiers' pockets, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 13, 2022) – The House Roads and Transportation Committee voted Wednesday to advance State Rep. Karen Engleman's (R-Georgetown) legislation that would add vehicles with handicap accessibility to Indiana's lemon law.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 13, 2022) – Legislation supporting law-abiding Hoosier gun owners advanced to the Senate Tuesday after clearing the Indiana House of Representatives, according to State Reps. J. Michael Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 11, 2022) – Legislation supporting law-abiding Hoosier gun owners advanced to the Senate Tuesday after clearing the Indiana House of Representatives, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 6, 2022) – After the tragic death of a Madison woman, State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) authored legislation to help put more abusers behind bars and protect victims of domestic violence.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 17, 2021) – Communities across all 17 regions in Indiana will receive $500 million as part of a new, innovative state grant aimed at increasing quality of life and attracting top talent, according to local lawmakers.

"These grant dollars will help promote regional job growth and improve our overall quality of life. I'm excited about the future of our communities, and believe our best days are yet to come," said State Rep. J. Michael Davisson (R-Salem).

"This partnership between the state and local communities will enhance the lives of Hoosiers and drive economic growth throughout southeast Indiana. Business is booming in our state and innovative initiatives like the READI grant program will keep our momentum going. I look forward to seeing our region continue to thrive with new investments," said State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

"Southern Indiana is poised for economic growth and development, and these grants will help propel our communities forward. Because of more than a decade of fiscal responsibility, we can strategically invest in programs like READI that will have a significant return on investment now and into the future," said State Rep. Zach Payne (R-Charlestown).

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 1, 2021) – State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) encourages local college students and recent graduates to apply online for internships at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 7, 2021) – State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) encourages local students planning to pursue a career in education to apply for the state's teaching scholarship.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 8, 2021) – State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) urges 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 (Aug. 23, 2021) – Longstanding Harrison County farms recently received Hoosier Homestead awards for being in operation for 100 years or more, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and State Sen. Erin Houchin (R-Salem).

PHOTO CAPTION: State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) (right) passes the torch back to Floyd Central High School Assistant Principal Joe Voelker (left) after taking over his duties at the school Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2021. As the assistant principal for a day, Engleman attended teachers' meetings, monitored the hallways during passing periods and visited classrooms.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 16, 2021) – Whether studying economics, telecommunications or history, State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) 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 22, 2021) — Non-traditional female students in Indiana can now apply for a scholarship through the Political Organization for Women's Education and Representation, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

Note to the press: Please include the following statement from State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) in your coverage of Indiana Auditor of State Tera Klutz announcing the state will end the fiscal year with $1.1 billion more than expected in reserves, triggering an automatic taxpayer refund.

STATEHOUSE (July 8, 2021) – State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) recently received appointments to serve on the Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations and the Code Revision Commission.

STATEHOUSE (July 2, 2021) – State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) said Hoosiers should be aware of several new state laws effective July 1, including the new state budget and those supporting law enforcement, expanding broadband access and investing in students.

STATEHOUSE (June 10, 2021) – Legislation establishing a state health improvement plan and a $50 million grant program targeting Hoosiers' most critical health challenges is now law, according to State Reps. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

Local students preparing to become teachers are among this year's recipients of the state's Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

Indiana recently awarded more than $1.6 million in state matching grants to local communities for road and bridge improvements, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (April 19, 2021) –  Legislation supporting jobs, employers and economic recovery by investing $60 million to expand the Hoosier Hospitality Small Business Restart Grant Program could soon be law, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (April 9, 2021) – Legislation to fully fund public school students attending school virtually this school year due to COVID-19 is now law, according to State Reps. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (March 24, 2021) – Legislation sponsored by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) improving sexual assault investigations across the state can now be considered by the governor for a new law.

STATEHOUSE (March 17, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives recently advanced legislation to allow lawful carry in Indiana, which would allow law-abiding Hoosier adults to carry a firearm without having to first obtain a government-issued license, according to local legislators.

STATEHOUSE (March 12, 2021) – Two longstanding Harrison County farms were recently presented Hoosier Homestead Centennial Awards for being in operation for over 100 years, according to State Reps. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 23, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives voted recently in support of legislation establishing a new public health grant program, according to State Reps. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

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. 2, 2021) – Legislation co-authored by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) would expand a grant to help Indiana National Guard members earn graduate degrees.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 27, 2021) – The House Ways and Means Committee voted unanimously in support of legislation co-authored by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) that would establish the Student Learning Recovery Grant Program to help young Hoosiers who are experiencing learning loss due to the pandemic.  

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 8, 2021) – The House Ways and Means Committee on Wednesday voted unanimously in support of a legislative proposal co-authored by State Reps. Dale DeVon (R-Granger) and Jake Teshka (R-South Bend) to fully fund all K-12 public school students for the 2020-21 school year due to COVID-19.

Local communities recently received more than $1.6 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvements, according to State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Steve Davisson (R-Salem).  

Local communities recently received more than $2.37 million in state matching grants for road and bridge improvements, according to Clark County legislators.

State Reps. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) were recently appointed to several House standing committees.

State Reps. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) encourage communities in Southern Indiana to apply for the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program to help fund local road and bridge projects.

State Reps. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) 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.

Blue River Services and Shireman Construction recently received the Governor’s Half Century Business Award recognizing their longstanding service in the community, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

According to State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Steve Davisson (R-Salem), 2020 census responses are critical to future federal funding in local communities, and Hoosiers should respond now if they have not already done so.

With many new laws effective this month, State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) said several important changes support Hoosier teachers, patients, crime victims and rural communities.

State Reps. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) encourage Hoosiers who may be struggling to make ends meet and needing food assistance to turn to the state's recently launched Operation Food program for help. 

Local farmers and agricultural producers directly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can apply for financial assistance through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, according to State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Steve Davisson (R-Salem).

State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Steve Davisson (R-Salem) 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.

Harrison County and local towns are eligible for more than $1.5 million to cover COVID-19-related expenses through the federal stimulus package, according to State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Steve Davisson (R-Salem).

Local small businesses and nonprofits can now utilize the state's new online marketplace to request personal protective equipment, according to State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Steve Davisson (R-Salem).

Indiana's registered voters can now submit an online application to receive their mail-in absentee ballot, according to State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Steve Davisson (R-Salem).

Corydon recently received $250,000 in coronavirus relief to support rural Hoosiers, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) said many helpful mental health resources are available to Hoosiers during the coronavirus pandemic.

Southern Indiana legislators said local communities were recently awarded more than $3.6 million in state matching grants to bolster road and bridge improvements.

State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Steve Davisson (R-Salem) encourage Hoosier workers and small businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic to access recently expanded state and federal resources for help.  

State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) views artwork by Floyds Knobs resident Kevin Schultz at the 2020 Hoosier Women Artists awards ceremony Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at the Statehouse. Engleman said Schultz's piece, "The Spirit Lives On," will hang in Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch's office.

 Corydon Central High School graduate Jordan Wallace is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and her fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2020 legislative session.

State Reps. Ed Clere (R-New Albany) (left, back row) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) (left of center at podium) welcome Indiana University Southeast nursing students to the Statehouse on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, in Indianapolis. The state lawmakers discussed the 2020 legislative session with the students and Indiana’s implementation of the Nurse Licensure Compact, allowing nurses to cross state lines to provide important medical services. Clere authored legislation to make Indiana effectively join the NLC starting in July.

State Reps. Ed Clere (R-New Albany) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) pair sneakers with their suits to help kick off February as National Cancer Prevention Month on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020, at the Statehouse. The Indiana House of Representatives participated in the Suits and Sneakers Challenge, an annual event hosted by the American Cancer Society and National Association of Basketball Coaches, to help raise awareness. According to the American Cancer Society, cancer risks can be lowered by avoiding tobacco and alcohol, and getting regular cancer screening tests.

State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) (center) welcomes Harrison County Superior Court Judge Joseph L. Claypool (right) and veteran James McClure (left) to the 2020 State of the Judiciary, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, at the Indiana Statehouse. McClure is a graduate of the veterans court program in Harrison County, a pre-trial diversion program providing second chances for low-level offenders. During the annual address, Indiana Chief Justice Loretta Rush highlighted pre-trial diversion programs and the role they play in helping communities address jail overcrowding and reduce recidivism.

Local pastor Tom McGilliard leads the Indiana House of Representatives in prayer at the Statehouse Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020. McGilliard, hosted by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown), is the pastor at Oak Grove United Methodist Church in Corydon. Representatives invite religious leaders from their communities to offer a prayer before the opening of session each day.

State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) encourages Hoosier students interested in state government to participate in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2020 legislative session.

“State Rep. Todd Huston has spent two years serving as our Deputy Speaker Pro Tempore and has filled in for Speaker of the House, proving he has what it takes for this position and will excel as House speaker. As the co-chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, Huston supports an education-focused budget and works to balance our books to keep our state’s AAA credit rating. I thank him for his leadership, and I look forward to continuing the positive direction he will move our state in his new role.”

State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) hosted a listening tour on Wednesday, Oct. 9, in House District 70 to meet and hear from constituents, employers and local leaders.

Communities in Clark and Floyd counties received over $1.4 million in state matching grants to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to State Reps. Ed Clere (R-New Albany) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

Local communities were recently awarded more than $823,000 in state matching grants to accelerate road and bridge improvements, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) encourages active volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians to apply for the Ivy Tech Community College Public Safety Scholarship.

Area state 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.

STATEHOUSE (July 10, 2019) – Legislation aimed at protecting and growing Indiana’s honey bee population was recently signed into law by the governor. 

STATEHOUSE (June 28, 2019) — State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) will serve as a member of the Interim Study Committee on Courts and the Judiciary. 

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 19, 2019) – The House of Representatives Monday supported State Rep. Karen Engleman’s (R-Georgetown) legislation calling for a review of how the state’s child welfare system can better assist victims of child trafficking.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 13, 2019) – The House of Representatives Tuesday supported State Rep. Karen Engleman’s (R-Georgetown) legislation ensuring local elected officials are properly trained before they start their position.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 6, 2019) — Local lawmakers introduced a resolution celebrating the 150th anniversaries of the Culbertson Mansion and the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites Corporation.   

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 20, 2018) – State Reps. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) 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. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) was recently selected to serve on five House standing committees.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 6, 2018) – Governing Magazine recently named State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) one of their Public Officials of the Year for her legislative efforts on sexual harassment prevention.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 17, 2018) — Local family farms were recognized Friday at the Indiana State Fair for being in operation for 100 years or more, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and State Sen. Erin Houchin (R-Salem).

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 17, 2018) — The James A. Kruer Farm was recognized Friday at the Indiana State Fair for being in operation for 125 years, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and State Sen. Jim Smith (R-Charlestown).

STATEHOUSE (June 20, 2018) — State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) was recently selected to serve on the Interim Study Committee on Courts and the Judiciary, which examines assigned topics, gathers testimonies and recommends potential legislation.

STATEHOUSE (June 15, 2018) — The Indiana Department of Education recently awarded Floyd Central High School, Christian Academy of Indiana and Our Lady of Providence High School for student success on Advanced Placement exams for the 2016-2017 school year, according to State Reps. Ed Clere (R-New Albany) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (June 11, 2018) — Gov. Eric Holcomb today at the Statehouse ceremonially signed into law a bill sponsored by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) establishing a statewide maternal mortality review committee in Indiana. 

STATEHOUSE (May 2, 2018) — Two Floyd County students planning to pursue a career in education were selected to receive the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Ed Clere (R-New Albany) and Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE (March 26, 2018) — State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse.

STATEHOUSE (March 14, 2018) — Gov. Eric Holcomb signed into law Tuesday a bill sponsored by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) establishing a statewide maternal mortality review committee in Indiana. 

STATEHOUSE (March 2, 2018) — Legislation sponsored by State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) establishing a statewide maternal mortality review committee could soon become law. 

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 23, 2018) — A New Albany High School graduate is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and her fellow members of the House of Representatives during the 2018 legislative session.

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 20, 2018) — State Rep. Karen Engleman’s (R-Georgetown) legislation to remove a common barrier for human trafficking victims seeking medical care could soon become law.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 31, 2018) — The Indiana House of Representatives passed State Rep. Karen Engleman’s (R-Georgetown) proposal Tuesday that would remove a common barrier for human trafficking victims seeking medical care.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 29, 2018) — The Indiana House of Representatives passed State Rep. Karen Engleman’s (R-Georgetown) proposal today that would require newly elected county officials to complete five hours of training before taking office.

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 22, 2018) — State Reps. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) and Steve Davisson (R-Salem) recognized the Lanesville High School baseball team at the Statehouse today for their victory in the Class 1A state baseball championship.

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 29, 2017) — Applications are open for students interested in participating in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2018 legislative session, according to State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown).

STATEHOUSE – State Representative Rhonda Rhoads (R-Corydon) congratulates the Boldt-Fell and Glaze families for receiving the Hoosier Homestead Award. The awards were presented by Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann in the Farm Bureau Building at the Indiana State Fair.

STATEHOUSE – State Representative Rhonda Rhoads (R-Corydon) authored a resolution to honor Principal Nissa Ellett of Heth-Washington Elementary in the House Chamber. Principal Ellett was recognized because she led the school’s fundraiser to provide her students with new shoes, boots and Christmas gifts when she recognized their need.

STATEHOUSE – On Organization Day, State Representative Rhonda Rhoads (R-Corydon) was sworn into office at the Statehouse, marking the first official meeting of the 119th General Assembly. Rep. Rhoads was reelected to represent House District 70, which includes portions of portions of Clark, Floyd and Harrison counties.

STATEHOUSE – State Representative Rhonda Rhoads (R–Corydon) encourages college students and recent graduates to apply for the 2015 Indiana Legislative Session Internship with the Indiana House of Representatives.