STATEHOUSE (Dec. 16, 2024) – State Rep. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) recently received an appointment to serve as chair of House Ways & Means K-12 Subcommittee.
O'Brien will also serve as a member of the House Government and Regulatory Reform Committee, and House Veterans Affairs and Public Safety Committee.
"K-12 education makes up a large portion of our budget every biennium," O'Brien said. "As we head into a budget session, we will take a dive deep into school funding and explore the best ways to financially support each child's education responsibly."
House standing committee appointments are made by the Indiana House Speaker biennially after the November election and are in effect for the duration of members' two-year terms.
O'Brien said committees are responsible for vetting bills, including hearing public testimony and considering amendments.
The House Government and Regulatory Reform Committee focuses on streamlining government operations and increasing regulatory efficiency.
“I’m focused on improving the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of our government while cutting unnecessary red tape that hinders growth and innovation.”
The House Veterans Affairs and Public Safety Committee address matters concerning the health and well-being of veterans, including benefits, policies that relating to our first responders such as police, fire, and EMS.
“It gives me the opportunity to advocate for the brave men and women who have served our country and to ensure that public safety remains a top priority for our communities,” O’Brien said. “I’m committed to working on policies that support our veterans, strengthen emergency services, and keep Hoosiers safe.”
House lawmakers are scheduled to convene at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 8 for the first day of the 2025 legislative session. Hoosiers can visit iga.in.gov to find legislation, view calendars, and watch committee meetings and session.
O'Brien encourages constituents to visit in.gov/h78 to sign up to receive e-newsletter updates about what’s happening at the Statehouse throughout the legislative session and beyond.
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State Rep. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) represents House District 78,
which includes portions of Vanderburgh and Warrick counties.
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