“Indiana’s surge in revenue is proof that our low tax, pro-business environment and strong record of fiscal responsibility continues to pay dividends for Hoosier taxpayers. I strongly support the governor’s prudent recommendation to use this one-time money to pay cash for much-needed capital projects, which would otherwise require debt financing. This proposal could save over $100 million in interest payments over the next 20 years and free up those funds for important priorities like education and child protection. We look forward to working with Governor Holcomb in the coming months as we finalize plans for the 2020 session.”

STATEHOUSE (April 30, 2019) – State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) recently welcomed local student pages to the Statehouse. As House pages, these students toured the governor’s office, the House and Senate chambers, and the Indiana Supreme Court. They also helped staff with their daily tasks and met with Brown to learn more about the

STATEHOUSE (March 25, 2019) – State Reps. Donna Schaibley (R-Carmel), Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton) and Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) today at the Statehouse honored the life of fallen Boone County Sheriff Deputy Jacob Pickett.

Pickett lost his life in March of last year after succumbing to a gunshot wound while on duty. 

“Dedicated and selfless, Deputy Pickett embodies the definition of hero,” Schaibley said. “Our community lost a tremendous public servant, but his family lost a devoted son, husband and father. His compassion for others will continue on in the lives he touched.”

STATEHOUSE (July 27, 2018) — Indiana House Republicans are now accepting internship applications for the 2019 legislative session, which begins in January, according to State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville). Brown said the House Republican Internship Program is a unique opportunity for college students and graduates to participate in state

State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) was recently selected to chair the Interim Study Committee on Fiscal Policy.

State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) earned a 100 percent on the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s annual Legislative Vote Analysis for his pro-economy, pro-jobs voting record.

STATEHOUSE (May 3, 2018) — Students from Boone County planning to pursue a career in education were selected to receive the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville). Brown, who supported legislation creating this scholarship program, said the scholarship is awarded to top-performing students

STATEHOUSE (May 3, 2018) — Students from Montgomery County planning to pursue a career in education were selected to receive the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville). Brown, who supported legislation creating this scholarship program, said the scholarship is awarded to top-performing

STATEHOUSE (March 20, 2018) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse. As a House page, these participants toured government offices, helped staff with daily duties and joined Brown on the House floor during the 2018 legislative session: Lucas Ferrell, from Lebanon, attends Lebanon High School; Emma

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 19, 2018) — Local high school graduates are gaining experience as interns with State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) and fellow members of the House of Representatives during the 2018 legislative session. Reed Orr, a resident of Lebanon and a Cathedral High School graduate, is the son of Greg and Michele Orr. He is a student at

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 12, 2018) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) recently helped fellow House lawmakers with donating diaper bags filled with baby supplies for foster families across Indiana. The Indiana House of Representatives partnered with the Indiana Association of Resources and Child Advocacy and its Institute for Excellence, a nonprofit

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 3, 2018) — Applications are open for students interested in participating in the Indiana House Page Program during the 2018 legislative session, according to State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville). Pages have an opportunity to join Brown during the legislative session and tour the governor’s office, the Indiana Supreme Court,

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 18, 2017) — “Our stable reserves and structural surplus put us in a good position to be proactive instead of reactive to the recent revenue forecast. As we’ve built up Indiana’s strong fiscal integrity and maintained the highest possible credit rating, we have also continued to make historic investments in our state’s priorities. The good news is Indiana just experienced a record-breaking year for businesses committing to invest in our economy and create high-paying jobs.”

STATEHOUSE (July 24, 2017) – State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) is asking Hoosier employers to help identify duplicative or redundant state reporting requirements using a new online portal.

STATEHOUSE (July 19, 2017) — “I am very pleased that today’s fiscal year close-out report affirms that Indiana’s financial position remains exceptionally strong. 

STATEHOUSE (July 17, 2017) — “Sen. Ryan Mishler is a strong fiscal leader who will remain committed to keeping Indiana’s budget honestly balanced when he takes the reins as chair of the Senate Committee on Appropriations in the coming months. With his knowledge and expertise of the state’s school funding formula, I’m confident under his leadership Hoosier education will continue to be a priority. I look forward to working with him in his new role to keep Indiana the fiscal envy of the nation.”

STATEHOUSE (July 13, 2017) – “With this investment in the state’s infrastructure, it is estimated that in the next five years, Montgomery County will receive more than $58 million, Boone County will receive more than $40 million, and Tippecanoe County will receive more than $70 million to improve local roads and bridges. Specific projects range from resurfacing crumbling roads and installing traffic signals to improve safety. This local funding ensures that our communities are included in our effort to take our state to the ‘Next Level.’”

STATEHOUSE (July 10, 2017) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) was recently named vice chair of the Interim Study Committee on Fiscal Policy. “This summer study committee will focus on examining financial issues, including topics specifically assigned to us like the innkeeper’s tax and neighborhood enhancement property tax relief

STATEHOUSE (July 5, 2017) — “Luke is a true public servant and statesman whose determination and budgetary discipline helped make Indiana the fiscal envy of the nation. He was an extremely valuable partner in crafting Indiana’s biennial budgets. Together, we cut taxes, saw revenues grow and funded our state’s priorities. I will miss his insight and wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors.”

STATEHOUSE (June 20, 2017) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) recently earned a 100 percent on the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s annual Legislative Vote Analysis for his support of pro-jobs, pro-economy legislation. Brown’s score is based on his performance during the 2017 session of the Indiana General Assembly and his votes cast

STATEHOUSE (June 13, 2017) — The Indiana State Budget Committee today approved nearly $2 million for the Excellence in Performance Grant program, according to State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) and State Sen. Luke Kenley (R-Noblesville). “Funds provided under this grant are specifically awarded to highly effective teachers in Title I

State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse. As a House page, these participants toured government offices, helped staff with daily duties and joined Brown on the House floor during the legislative session: Sidney Campbell, from Crawfordsville, attends Northridge Middle School; William Campbell, from

Gov. Eric Holcomb today signed into law Indiana’s next two-year budget authored by State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville). “Today’s signing is the culmination of a months-long effort by fellow legislators, staff members, agency leaders and the executive branch,” Brown said. “The $32 billion balanced budget providing the fiscal

Indiana lawmakers today voted in support of the final version of the biennial state budget, sending the fiscal blueprint for state operations to the governor for his consideration, according to State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) and State Sen. Luke Kenley (R-Noblesville). Brown, chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means and the State Budget

STATEHOUSE (April 12, 2017) — “The state’s positive fiscal outlook reflects the growth in wages and the fact that more Hoosiers are working today than ever before. Despite this growth, it’s important to remain cautious because there is always uncertainty when it comes to the economy. As the Indiana General Assembly nears the end of the 2017 legislative session, we will reflect on today’s revenue forecast as we finalize the next two-year state budget and invest in our priorities, including K-12 education and our roads.”

State Sen. Phil Boots (R-Crawfordsville) and State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) today honored a locally owned family farm for being in operation for more than 100 years. The Alford farm, located in Montgomery County, was recognized at the Statehouse with a Hoosier Homestead award for 100 years of family farm ownership. In operation since 1907, the

STATEHOUSE (April 3, 2017) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse. As a House page, these participants toured government offices, helped staff with daily duties and joined Brown on the House floor during the legislative session: Aaron J. Carlson, from Linden, attends Carlson Academy; Benjamin

The U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Indiana No. 1 on its list of “Best States,” according to State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville). The ranking was based on several categories including fiscal stability, budget transparency, government digitalization and state integrity. “Unlike other states, Indiana does not spend more than

STATEHOUSE (March 7, 2017) – Area lawmakers laced up their sneakers with their suits Tuesday at the Statehouse to help raise cancer awareness. State Reps. Sharon Negele (R-Attica), Sally Siegrist (R-West Lafayette), Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) and Don Lehe (R-Brookston) participated in the annual event. The Suits and Sneakers challenge is an annual

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 27, 2017) — The House of Representatives today approved State Rep. Tim Brown’s (R-Crawfordsville) balanced budget proposal funding state operations over the next two years. “The conservative budget approved by House members today ensures the state continues to operate within its means while funding vital services like

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 15, 2017) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) released the House Republican state budget proposal today to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

“Our honestly balanced budget works to meet the needs of Hoosiers while remaining fiscally responsible,” said Brown, chair of the Ways and Means committee. “We fund key priorities like education and public safety while retaining healthy reserves and supporting our top-rated business climate. This budget also works alongside our long-term road funding plan, which holds firm to our proven commitment to conservative principles and won’t burden future generations with

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 13, 2017) — Hoosier students can now access free and customized SAT practice plans based on their PSAT/NMSQT results, according to State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville). The College Board, an organization that administers the SAT, has teamed up with Khan Academy, which offers personalized learning resources, to provide a free

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 12, 2017) — Applications are now open for students interested in participating in the Indiana House Page Program, according to State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville). While at the Statehouse, House pages spend the day touring the House and Senate chambers, the Indiana Supreme Court and governor’s office. Pages also observe the

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 19, 2016) – State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) and State Sen. Luke Kenley (R-Noblesville), co-chairs of the Funding Indiana’s Roads for a Stronger Safer Tomorrow (FIRSST) task force, today announced the group’s recommendations ahead of the 2017 legislative session.

 

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 22, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) 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 the

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 6, 2016) – State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) announced the launch of a new scholarship program designed to incentivize top-performing high school students to pursue a career teaching in Indiana’s classrooms. Brown supported a new law this year establishing the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship. Beginning Nov.

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 28, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) and fellow Republican members of the Indiana House of Representatives are seeking interns for the upcoming 2017 legislative session, which runs from January through April. “In today’s competitive job market, those applying for a position need to make themselves stand

STATEHOUSE (June 23, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) will serve as chair of the Indiana State Budget Committee and the Interim Study Committee on Fiscal Policy, and as co-chair of the Funding Indiana’s Roads for a Stronger Safer Tomorrow (FIRSST) task force. These committees will meet throughout the summer and fall months in

STATEHOUSE (May 13, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) earned 96 percent on the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s annual Legislative Vote Analysis for his support of pro-economy, pro-jobs legislation. Brown’s score is based on his performance during the 2016 session of the Indiana General Assembly and his votes cast in agreement

STATEHOUSE (April 26, 2016) — The Indiana State Budget Committee this week named State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) and State Sen. Luke Kenley (R-Noblesville) as co-chairs of the Funding Indiana’s Roads for a Stronger, Safer Tomorrow (FIRSST) task force. Brown, chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means, said the newly created task

STATEHOUSE (March 31, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) recently welcomed the following student pages to the Statehouse: Aaron Carlson, from Linden, attends Carlson Academy; Kenzie Emerick, from Crawfordsville, attends North Montgomery High School; Brendan Gillenwater, from Crawfordsville, attends North Montgomery High School; Tyler

STATEHOUSE (March 2, 2016) – State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) welcomes Boone County residents, Seth Hickey and Toby Marvel, to the Statehouse where they are interning with the House of Representatives during the 2016 legislative session.

INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 15, 2016) — State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) recently welcomed the following student pages to the Statehouse...

INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 28, 2016) – The Indiana House Ways and Means Committee voted unanimously Wednesday in support of State Rep. Todd Huston’s (R-Fishers) bill returning $550 million to local governments. “We understand that local governments face unique challenges in funding much-needed services, particularly in maintaining and improving

Note to the press: Please include the following statement from House Ways and Means Chairman State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) in your coverage of the road funding plan proposed by the House Democrats: INDIANAPOLIS (Nov. 9, 2015) – “While we appreciate today’s proposal from the House Democrats, their approach to road funding is not

In a recent column, State Rep. Ed DeLaney makes wildly inaccurate and, quite frankly, irresponsible statements about state aid to traditional K-12 schools. As lawmakers, we have a responsibility to base our policy decisions, especially those that affect our education system, on the most accurate and reliable data available. In this case, my colleague used

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 16, 2015) – State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), today announced Indiana will pay off its federal unemployment loan early leading to significant savings for Hoosier businesses. The State Budget Committee voted today to authorize a $250 million repayment of a federal unemployment loan prior to the Nov. 10 deadline. Brown, who

Note to the press: Please include the following statement from House Ways and Means Chairman State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) in your coverage of Governor Mike Pence’s infrastructure proposal: “We are thankful for the governor’s proposal as we continue evaluating possible funding solutions to address our state's long-term

STATEHOUSE – Authored by State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), the state’s two year budget passed out of the General Assembly and will now be sent to the governor’s desk to be signed into law. The $31 billion blueprint for Indiana’s finances has a strong focus on three main priorities: investing in education, fiscal integrity and

STATEHOUSE — State Representative Tim Brown (R- Crawfordsville) championed legislation to address the medical residency shortage in Indiana. House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1323 was recently signed into law by Governor Mike Pence. “Pursuing a career in the medical profession is a major life decision. Along with eight years of school and enormous

STATEHOUSE — State Representative Tim Brown (R- Crawfordsville) congratulates four local families for receiving the Hoosier Homestead Award. The awards were presented by Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann at the Indiana Statehouse. The Hoosier Homestead Award Program recognizes farming families who have owned and operated the same farm for 100 years or

STATEHOUSE – Authored by the Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), House Bill (HB) 1001, the state’s biennial budget, passed out of the House with a 68 to 29 vote today. Once signed into law, the budget, totaling around $31 billion, will run state government for the next two fiscal years.

Note to the Editor: Please include the following statement from State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) in your coverage of the announcement made by Governor Mike Pence regarding the federal government’s approval of HIP 2.0. STATEHOUSE — “As someone who has worked in the health care industry for many years, I know how important it is for

STATEHOUSE — State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) 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 House Page Program presents Hoosier students with a fun and unique

Start Date: 12/18/2014 All DayEnd Date: 12/18/2014STATEHOUSE — “When considering today’s revenue forecast, first and foremost, our focus should be on how this projection impacts Hoosiers all across the state. The forecast indicates signs of an improving economy, which means a brighter future for Hoosier families. After all, state

Start Date: 11/18/2014 All DayEnd Date: 11/18/2014Rep. Tim Brown sworn in, supports charity on Organization Day STATEHOUSE – Indiana Legislators were sworn in today, Organization Day, which marks the first meeting for the 119th General Assembly. All 100 members of the House, including eight new Republicans, were sworn in by Chief Justice Loretta

Start Date: 4/14/2014 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 4/14/2014Drs. Brown and Bucshon host healthcare discussion at the Statehouse STATEHOUSE – Tomorrow, State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) and Congressman Larry Bucshon (R-IN8), both physicians, will be hosting a roundtable at the Statehouse as a part of their Hoosier Healthcare Listening

Start Date: 3/13/2014 All DayEnd Date: 3/13/2014House Republicans Achieve Legislative Agenda STATEHOUSE – The 2014 legislative session has adjourned with House Republicans continuing their track record of delivering on the promises they set in their legislative agenda. Prior to the start of session, Chairman of Ways and Means State Representative

Start Date: 3/4/2014 All Day End Date: 3/4/2014 Rep. Brown appreciates The Arc of Indiana’s work The following statement is from the Chairman of Ways and Means, State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), in response to the Indiana Economic Development Corporation and The Arc of Indiana’s announcement today regarding the

Start Date: 2/25/2014 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 2/25/2014Ways and Means amends Senate Bill 1, gives counties the option STATEHOUSE – Senate Bill (SB) 1, sponsored by Chairman of Ways and Means Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), was amended in Ways and Means this morning and passed out of committee with a vote of 11 to 5. The amended bill is geared

Start Date: 2/25/2014 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 2/25/2014STATEHOUSE –House Bill (HB) 1178 co-authored by State Rep. Mike Karickhoff (R-Kokomo) has passed through both chambers of the Indiana General Assembly. HB 1178 makes a technical correction for the definition of “judge” to include current and former federal judges for the

Start Date: 1/14/2014 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 1/14/2014Rep. Brown reacts to State of the State Address STATEHOUSE - “Our state has seen significant growth and success in recent years, and it is important that we continue to build upon our accomplishments. Tonight, the Governor reiterated his commitment to do exactly that. “As Chairman of

Start Date: 1/9/2014 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 1/9/2014Road funding increase set as 2014 session priority STATEHOUSE – Yesterday, Speaker Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis) was joined by fellow House Republicans for the unveiling of their 2014 Legislative Agenda. Titled “Indiana: Working on Progress”, the agenda focused on five key

Start Date: 11/19/2013 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 11/19/2013 End Time: 11:59 PMOrganization Day charity drive focuses on giving back STATEHOUSE — State Representative Tim Brown, M.D. (R-Crawfordsville) joined House Speaker Brian Bosma (R-Indianapolis), legislators, staff and other state office holders in donating sporting equipment and other items

Start Date: 9/3/2013 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 9/4/2013 End Time: 11:59 PMChairman Brown pleased with HIP extension The following statement is from House Ways and Means Chairman, Dr. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), regarding the one year extension of the Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP): STATEHOUSE – “I’m pleased that Governor Pence’s

Start Date: 4/27/2013 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 4/27/2013 End Time: 11:59 PMLargest tax cut in Hoosier history STATEHOUSE — Authored by the Chairman of Ways and Means, State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1001, the biennial budget for the State of Indiana, passed this session with a 70 to 30 vote and sent to

Start Date: 4/15/2013 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 4/15/2013 End Time: 11:59 PMLocal students receive prestigious award at the Statehouse STATEHOUSE – State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) congratulates Brian M. Thompson from Crawfordsville and Kaitlin E. Emmert from Jamestown for receiving the 2013 Comcast Leaders & Achievers

Start Date: 4/10/2013 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 4/10/2013 End Time: 11:59 PMRep. Brown: Local school officials will choose what is best for them The following statement was given by the Chairman of Ways and Means, Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), in regards to Senate Bill 1, School Resource Officers. “Ensuring the safety of students in Hoosier

Start Date: 2/25/2013 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 2/25/2013 End Time: 11:59 PMHouse budget strengthens Indiana STATEHOUSE — Authored by the Chairman of Ways and Means, State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), House Bill (HB) 1001, the biennial budget for the State of Indiana, passed out of the House with a 68-28 vote today. The $30

Start Date: 11/13/2012 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 11/14/2012 End Time: 11:59 PMRep. Tim Brown named Ways and Means Chairman STATEHOUSE – Speaker Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis) announced today the appointment of Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) as the next Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee. “I am honored and humbled by my

Start Date: 10/4/2012 Start Time: 12:00 PMEnd Date: 10/4/2012 End Time: 12:00 PMOwn Your American DreamIndiana House Republicans introduce agenda centered on Fiscal Integrity, Jobs, and Education STATEHOUSE- Speaker of the Indiana House of Representatives, Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis), joined by a dozen of his House Republican colleagues, announced the

Start Date: 8/17/2012 Start Time: 12:00 AMEnd Date: 8/17/2012 End Time: 11:59 PMSTATEHOUSE – Tippecanoe County, represented by Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) and Rep. Randy Truitt (R-West Lafayette), has been designated a primary disaster area by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). On Wednesday, the USDA added 14 Indiana counties to the

Start Date: 8/9/2012 Start Time: 12:00 PMEnd Date: 8/9/2012 End Time: 12:00 PMSTATEHOUSE — Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) is pleased to announce that Indiana Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman and Agriculture Director Joe Kelsay honored The Gladden/Skinner Farm at Wednesday’s Hoosier Homestead Award Ceremony at the Indiana State Fair. The Hoosier

Start Date: 8/8/2012 Start Time: 2:00 PMEnd Date: 8/8/2012 End Time: 2:00 PMSTATEHOUSE — Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) is pleased to announce that Indiana Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman and Agriculture Director Joe Kelsay honored The Gladden/Skinner Farm at Wednesday’s Hoosier Homestead Award Ceremony at the Indiana State Fair. The Hoosier

Start Date: 7/26/2012 Start Time: 11:00 AMEnd Date: 7/26/2012 End Time: 11:00 AMSTATEHOUSE – Montgomery County, represented in part by Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), has been designated a primary disaster area by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). On Wednesday, the USDA added 14 Indiana counties to the existing list of 50 primary natural

Start Date: 6/28/2012 All DayEnd Date: 6/28/2012Rep. Brown disappointed by Supreme Court ruling on Affordable Care Act The following statement is from Rep. Tim Brown (R- Crawfordsville) on the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Affordable Care Act: STATEHOUSE – I am extremely disappointed by the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Affordable

Start Date: 4/19/2012 All DayEnd Date: 4/19/2012Rep. Brown congratulates North Montgomery Community School Corp. on grant award STATEHOUSE – It was announced by the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) that North Montgomery Community School Corporation is being awarded an Excellence in Performance Award grant of $168,978. State Rep. Tim Brown

Start Date: 3/20/2012 All DayEnd Date: 3/20/2012Rep. Brown has two healthcare bills signed by Governor STATEHOUSE – Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), Chairman of Public Heath, had two of his healthcare bills signed by Governor Daniels. House Enrolled Act 1186 calls for paramedics to be licensed by the Emergency Medical Services Commission (EMSC).

Start Date: 3/9/2012End Date: 3/9/2012 “The 2012 Legislative session was a successful session with needed an important legislation passed. We addressed many issues this session ranging from funding full day kindergarten to removing dangerous and illegal substance off store shelves. “Legislation passed will positively impact the lives of people

Start Date: 3/5/2012End Date: 3/5/2012 For many years now, the Indiana legislature has sought a remedy to an increasing problem, methamphetamine abuse. There is no question that this addiction has devastating effects on individuals, families and communities. As a legislator and a practicing physician, I have spoken with numerous colleagues and

Start Date: 2/8/2012End Date: 2/8/2012 State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), Chairman of the Public Health Committee, is sponsoring two Senate bills in the House. Both bills were studied in an interim study committee and heard in the House Public Health Committee on Wednesday. Senate Bill 13 would prohibit an individual from withdrawing

Start Date: 1/26/2012End Date: 1/26/2012 Last session, we passed the largest, most comprehensive education reform package in the country. By bringing education reform to Indiana, we have allowed all Hoosier students the opportunity to attain a high quality education regardless of their zip code. Supporting education reform is crucial to keeping the momentum

Start Date: 10/12/2011 All DayEnd Date: 10/12/2011Rep. Brown: 2011 Public Policy Award Winner STATEHOUSE – State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), Chairman of the Public Health Committee, received the 2011 Arc of Indiana Public Policy Award. “I feel honored to have received this award,” said Rep. Brown. “The Arc of Indiana is a

Start Date: 7/13/2011 All DayEnd Date: 7/13/2011Rep. Brown working to improve the health care industry STATEHOUSE - State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), Vice-Chairman of the Health Finance Commission, is working to improve the preparation and development of health care exchanges in Indiana and innovations in nursing home services and housing. These

Start Date: 7/11/2011 All DayEnd Date: 7/11/2011Rep. Brown earns high scores from the Indiana Chamber STATEHOUSE - The Indiana Chamber of Commerce's annual Legislative Vote Analysis ranked Rep. Tim Brown(R-Crawfordsville) with high scores in pro-jobs and pro-economy vote records for the 2010 and 2011 legislative sessions. Rep. Brown scored a 94 percent for

Start Date: 4/29/2011 All DayEnd Date: 4/29/2011 Protecting Hoosier Taxpayers House Republicans have repeatedly pledged to enact a responsible state budget which meets our critical needs with no tax increases. They cited in the past that with a fiscally sound budget comes predictability for both Hoosier taxpayers and Hoosier businesses. Since having made

Start Date: 4/14/2011 All DayEnd Date: 4/14/2011Rep. T. Brown sponsors Senate Bill 461 STATEHOUSE - Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) sponsored Senate Bill 461, which pertains to health care reform issues. The bill was heard on its final passage at Wednesday's session. Last week, the House Committee on Public Health adopted an amendment to this bill, which

Start Date: 4/6/2011 All DayEnd Date: 4/6/2011 The adoption of this amendment coincides with the lawsuit that Indiana signed onto, and a federal judge ruled on, stating that the Federal Heath Care Act was unconstitutional. The federal judge ruled that it was unconstitutional for the government to require the purchase of insurance by a citizen. "Our

Start Date: 4/5/2011 All DayEnd Date: 4/5/2011 "The sale and regulation of PSE is something that needs to be addressed and today's committee hearing was a great starting point," said Rep. Brown. "I was pleased to see this bill pass out of committee and look forward to hearing more debate happen on the House floor." Several people attended the Committee on

Start Date: 3/17/2011 All DayEnd Date: 3/17/2011Dear Editor, It has now been four weeks since the Indiana House of Representatives has had the constitutionally required quorum needed to conduct business. It is an understatement to say we are frustrated. The Democrats have run away from their responsibilities to not only their constituents, but to all the

Start Date: 2/25/2011 All DayEnd Date: 2/25/2011 "By Nanshan America Co. coming to the city of Lafayette, it shows that businesses, especially international businesses, are recognizing the benefits of establishing here in Indiana. I am encouraged by this announcement and hope we continue to see economic development in our community," said Rep. Brown. "This

Start Date: 12/22/2010 All DayEnd Date: 12/22/2010 The session that is coming up will begin January 5 and run thru April 29. A student, who participates in the Page Program, will tour the Statehouse which includes the Governor's Office, the Supreme Court, the House Chamber and the Senate Chamber. Students will also be observing a session from the floor and

Start Date: 3/13/2010 All DayEnd Date: 3/13/2010Rep. Brown Claims Victory for 2010 Legislative Session STATEHOUSE - State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) claimed victory for the 2010 Legislative Session. Rep. Brown assisted passing four bills, with his votes to which will do what is best for his local communities as well as all of Indiana. Rep.

Start Date: 1/11/2010 All DayEnd Date: 1/11/2010STATEHOUSE- State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) released the following statement today in response to the passage of HB1001, the ethics reform bill dealing with lobbyist and campaign contributions. The measure passed the House by a vote of 97 to 2. "I voted against this bill for several reasons.

Start Date: 1/11/2010 All DayEnd Date: 1/11/2010STATEHOUSE- State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) released the following statement today in response to the passage of HB1001, the ethics reform bill dealing with lobbyist and campaign contributions. The measure passed the House by a vote of 97 to 2. "I voted against this bill for several reasons.

Start Date: 1/11/2010 All DayEnd Date: 1/11/2010Constitutional Property Tax Caps Pass House, Advance to SenateSTATEHOUSE- State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) released the following statement today in response to the passage of HJR1, the constitutional amendment to permanently cap homeowner's property taxes. The measure passed the House by a

Start Date: 1/11/2010 All DayEnd Date: 1/11/2010Constitutional Property Tax Caps Pass House, Advance to SenateSTATEHOUSE- State Representative Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) released the following statement today in response to the passage of HJR1, the constitutional amendment to permanently cap homeowner's property taxes. The measure passed the House by a

Start Date: 1/7/2010 All DayEnd Date: 1/7/2010Property Tax Caps Clear Major HurdleRep. Brown optimistic that caps will pass this session STATEHOUSE - A constitutional amendment that would permanently amend the property tax caps passed a significant hurdle today in the House of Representatives, in spite of House Democrat attempts to delay passage of the

Start Date: 6/30/2009 All DayEnd Date: 6/30/2009(STATEHOUSE)- Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) offered the following statement in response to the passage of House Bill 1001, the budget bill: "While the process certainly wasn't easy, I'm satisfied that the General Assembly provided Hoosiers with a spending plan I could support," said Rep. Brown. "The budget

Start Date: 4/30/2009 All DayEnd Date: 4/30/2009Please include the following statements from Rep. Brown in your coverage of legislative action on these issues:State budget"We needed to pass a budget that doesn't spend the state's reserves and wisely spends stimulus funds. Unfortunately, the budget before us last night proposed vast overspending and would

Start Date: 4/15/2009 All DayEnd Date: 4/15/2009STATEHOUSE - House Democrats ran out on permanent property tax relief today before the Caps Clock did, Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) said.Today was the deadline for the third reading of bills in the House. House Democrats voted to adjourn until Monday. Unfortunately, Tax Day came and went without Hoosier

Start Date: 3/26/2009 All DayEnd Date: 3/26/2009 Last year, the Indiana General Assembly created a law allowing Purple Heart recipients who served on active duty after Sept. 10, 2001, to apply for the tuition and fee exemption. Senate Bill 39 will expand those eligible for the exemption to include all veterans who have received a Purple Heart. The

Start Date: 3/24/2009 All DayEnd Date: 3/24/2009In a resolution, the Indiana General Assembly offered gratitude and prayers to the families of the 152 fallen men and women from Indiana. As part of the ceremony, the families were invited into the House chamber for the reading of the resolution. Following this reading, the names of the soldiers were read

Start Date: 3/19/2009 All DayEnd Date: 3/19/2009STATEHOUSE (March 19, 2009) - Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) would like to make Hoosiers aware that the Indiana Department of Workforce Development today announced that those who have exhausted their state and federal unemployment benefits, may be eligible for an additional 13 weeks of unemployment

Start Date: 2/20/2009 All DayEnd Date: 2/20/2009 "This budget pushes us toward less taxpayer protection, property tax protection erosion and deficit spending," said Rep. Brown. "The House majority has ignored the best interests of Hoosier taxpayers. I'd like to see a rational budget passed out of the House that doesn't drain our trust fund and risk raising

Start Date: 1/15/2009 All DayEnd Date: 1/15/2009 Pages will spend much of the day assisting Rep. Brown. The day's work involves responding to representatives' requests, delivering messages and running errands. In addition, pages will be given a tour of the Statehouse, including the governor's office and the chambers of the Indiana House, Senate and Supreme

Start Date: 1/13/2009 All DayEnd Date: 1/13/2009State Rep. Tim Brown offered the following statement in response to Gov. Mitch Daniels' State of the State address:"The governor showed responsibility and restraint as well as care and compassion for the economic times that we are in. If we live within our means, like every other Hoosier does, Indiana can come

Start Date: 1/7/2009 All DayEnd Date: 1/7/2009(STATEHOUSE) Jan. 7, 2009 - Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), along with his House colleagues, opened the 2009 session of the Indiana General Assembly today at the Statehouse. Rep. Brown starts the session with a number of goals that aim to control government spending and maintain high-quality services to

Start Date: 11/18/2008 All DayEnd Date: 11/18/2008(STATEHOUSE) Nov. 18, 2008 - Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) was sworn in today as a member of the 116th General Assembly during the legislature's Organization Day. Rep. Brown has represented District 41 since 1994.Indiana Supreme Court Justice Frank Sullivan Jr. presided over the swearing-in of the 100

Start Date: 2/28/2008 All DayEnd Date: 2/28/2008"The presented language in SJR 1 is unworkable," said Rep. Brown. "There are too many uncertainties and not enough research to prove its effectiveness. This plan puts Hoosiers at risk for unintended consequences. I stand firm in my belief that a 1 percent cap on a home's assessed value is the best way toward

Start Date: 1/24/2008 All DayEnd Date: 1/24/2008(STATEHOUSE) Jan. 24, 2008 - Hoosiers are a step closer to property tax relief after the Indiana House of Representatives on Thursday passed House Bill 1001 by a vote of 93-1. Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) voted in favor of the bill, which now heads to the Indiana Senate.The bill contains about $700

Start Date: 1/15/2008 All DayEnd Date: 1/15/2008

Start Date: 1/8/2008 All DayEnd Date: 1/8/2008(STATEHOUSE) Jan. 8, 2008 - Today, Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville), along with House colleagues, opened the 2008 session of the Indiana General Assembly at the Statehouse. Rep. Brown starts the session with a number of goals to improve the lives of Hoosier families. "This session, a great deal of time will

Start Date: 11/20/2007 All DayEnd Date: 11/20/2007(STATEHOUSE) Nov. 20, 2007 - State Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville) and the legislators of the 115th Indiana General Assembly used Organization Day as the start of their efforts to ease Hoosier taxpayers' property tax burden with permanent and comprehensive reform. Organization Day is usually a largely

Start Date: 7/23/2007 All DayEnd Date: 7/23/2007-30-