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 a responsible family, we will sit together at our desks on the House floor and in the committee rooms of this building – and work through the monumental issues facing our state," said newly reelected Speaker of the House, Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis). State Representative Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo) was re-elected to represent House District 38, which now includes portions of Carroll, Cass, Howard and Clinton Counties. “I am excited to be in the Statehouse for another term representing my community,” said Rep. VanNatter. “The General Assembly accomplished a lot in the last two years, and I look forward to continuing to build a better economy for Indiana so Hoosiers can get back to work.” In October, the House Republican Caucus released their legislative agenda, making it clear that their focus will be on financial integrity, jobs and education. That focus was echoed today as the 69 House Republicans prepared for the upcoming session with a resolve to accomplish those priorities and continue to propel Indiana to be a state where Hoosiers have the ability to own their American Dream. “Indiana’s job market is growing, and we need to make sure Hoosiers are keeping up,” said Rep. VanNatter. “That is why education is going to be such a huge focus for me this year. It is imperative to the future of our state to promote early childhood education. Our goal is to continue developing a business-friendly environment that fuels job growth and expands our workforce.” -30- |
