State Rep. Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton) recently accompanied Gov. Mike Braun and other state and federal officials to assess storm recovery sites around Indiana following severe storms and historic flooding last month.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 27, 2026) – State Rep. Ben Smaltz (R-Auburn) is encouraging those affected by historic flooding and severe storms statewide to apply for local, state and federal emergency resources.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 27, 2026) – State Rep. Ed Soliday (R-Valparaiso), chair of the House Utilities, Energy and Telecommunications Committee, is calling for a comprehensive review to examine utility preparedness and response following the August derecho impacting Northwest Indiana.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 26, 2026) – State Reps. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) and Tim Yocum (R-Clinton) are encouraging Indiana residents affected by severe storms in Indiana to seek assistance by applying for state emergency resources.
Representative Danny Lopez
Representative Alaina Shonkwiler
Representative Victoria Garcia-Wilburn
Following last weekend’s flood, many of us had the opportunity to visit with families across Hamilton County whose lives were instantly upended. Stories of generous neighbors, caring community organizations, selfless public safety officials, and responsive local government are common themes, as is often the case when tragedy strikes here in Indiana. As we move into the recovery phase, elected officials at every level ought to be looking for ways to make policy changes based on the lessons learned through the harrowing experiences so many of our neighbors have faced.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 21, 2026) – Local lawmakers are encouraging Lake County residents affected by catastrophic storm damage in northwestern Indiana to seek assistance by applying for state emergency resources.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 20, 2026) – Local lawmakers are encouraging Henry County residents affected by historic flooding in central Indiana to seek assistance by applying for state emergency resources.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 20, 2026) – Local lawmakers are encouraging Madison County residents affected by historic flooding and storms in central Indiana to seek assistance by applying for state emergency resources.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 20, 2026) – State Rep. Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) is encouraging residents in Fayette and Franklin counties affected by historic flooding in central Indiana to seek assistance by applying for state emergency resources.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 19, 2026) – Local lawmakers are encouraging Porter County residents affected by catastrophic storm damage in northwestern Indiana to seek assistance by applying for state emergency resources.
Note to the Press – State Rep. Ed Soliday (R-Valparaiso), chair of the House Utilities, Energy and Telecommunications Committee, issued the following statement today following the Governor's executive order declaring a statewide emergency due to flooding, severe weather and tornadic activity and the announcement of additional state resources available to support storm victims.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 18, 2026) – State Rep. Danny Lopez (R-Carmel) is encouraging Carmel and Westfield residents and those affected by historic flooding in central Indiana to call assistance hub, apply for local, state and federal emergency resources.
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 18, 2026) – Local lawmakers are encouraging Hamilton County residents affected by historic flooding in central Indiana to seek assistance by applying for state emergency resources or utilizing the Hamilton County assistance hub for local support.
