STATEHOUSE (Nov. 22, 2016) — State Rep. Bill Friend (R-Macy) 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 general election earlier this month, all re-elected members and member-elects were also sworn into office. The day also marks the first official meeting of the 120th Indiana General Assembly for the next two years.
“During the 2017 session, we will be building off of legislation from earlier this year that laid the ground work for sustainable infrastructure funding. As the Crossroads of America, Hoosiers know that every part of our state is impacted by our roads and bridges,” Friend said. “I will continue to work hard for our rural communities. Oftentimes, they are overlooked. As we consider the next biennial budget, it is imperative that we keep in mind rural schools, businesses and roadways.”
House and Senate lawmakers also announced they will team up to support Habitat for Humanity of Indiana to raise awareness about the need for affordable housing. This year, members and staff will participate in a new and used tool drive, which will help Habitat volunteers build houses across the state.
The 2017 legislative session begins in early January and by law must conclude before April 30.
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Rep. Bill Friend (R-Macy) represents House District 23,
which includes portions of Cass, Fulton and Miami counties.
A high-resolution photo of Friend can be downloaded by clicking here.
