2021 Congressional Map Author Now On Board For Mid-Cycle Redistricting
State Sen. Eric Koch, R-Bedford, on Monday, Nov. 10 announced his support for redrawing Indiana’s congressional boundaries in a one-line statement.
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Some Legislators Want To Reduce Indiana’s 250-plus Boards And Commissions
Indiana’s roster of more than 250 state boards and commissions could get whacked if some legislators get their wish.
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Indiana Set To Distribute Partial November Snap Benefits
Low-income Hoosier families are expected to have access Tuesday, Nov. 4 to partial benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Food Assistance Program federal food aid program.
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Fight Continues Over Proposed Ban On Driver’s License Gender Changes
Advocates for transgender Hoosiers are keeping up their fight against plans by the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles to stop allowing gender changes on driver’s licenses.
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Poll: Hoosier Anti-Redistricting Sentiment Twice As Strong As Support
Hoosiers who oppose early redistricting are more vehement in their convictions than proponents, a new poll says.
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Indiana Introduces First “Closed-Fuel Cycle” Nuclear Energy Park In US
First American Nuclear, developer of a fast-spectrum small modular reactor designed to deliver the most cost-effective utility-scale power in the world, and the State of Indiana announced Tuesday, Nov. 4 plans to establish Indiana as the home of the company’s headquarters, manufacturing facilities, and an energy park to position the state at the forefront of U.S. global leadership in sustainable nuclear technology.
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Governor Braun Makes Appointments To Various Boards, Commissions
Gov. Mike Braun has announced new appointments to various state boards and commissions.
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Braun’s Post-Election Committees Raise Over $430K From Indiana Business Leaders
Gov. Mike Braun’s post-election fundraising committees continue to draw major support from Indiana’s business community less than a year into his first term as governor, according to new Federal Election Commission filings.
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Indiana Lawmakers Set Mid-Cycle Redistricting Work For December
Indiana lawmakers won’t meet to consider new congressional maps and tax code tweaks until the first two weeks of December, legislative leaders announced Monday, Nov. 3 – ending months of speculation.
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Indiana Honors 11 Schools With Brand-New Blue Ribbon Designation
The Indiana Department of Education on Tuesday, Oct. 28 announced 11 public and private schools as the first recipients of the Indiana Blue Ribbon Schools designation, recognizing campuses for exceptional academic achievement and student success.
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GOP Squashes Food Aid For Hoosiers Impacted By Snap Disruption
Republicans on Indiana’s State Budget Committee rejected an effort to direct state surplus funding to low-income Hoosiers and food banks as federal SNAP benefits expire next month amid a federal shutdown.
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Former State Cabinet Secretary Announces Congressional Run
Republican Air Force veteran Jennifer-Ruth Green announced Monday she will run again for Indiana’s 1st Congressional District despite pending state ethics charges.
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Beyond Redistricting: Indiana’s Special Session To Tackle Tax Update
Indiana lawmakers could use the upcoming special session not only to draw new legislative maps but also to head off what tax experts call impending “chaos” for taxpayers and businesses.
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Braun Appoints IEDC President, Signals ‘Crossroads Of America’ Branding Return
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun on Tuesday, Oct. 28 filled a high-profile vacancy at the state’s economic development agency – months after lawmakers mandated its top leadership role be split in two – and announced Indiana will reassume its “Crossroads of America” branding.
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Workforce System Seeks Bigger Role In Meeting Indiana’s Labor Needs
A system of regional workforce development boards wants to lead the way on solutions to Indiana’s “immense” labor needs – but fragmentation, funding and other challenges limit its effectiveness, the Indiana Workforce Alliance has found.
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Braun Summons Lawmakers For Redistricting Session Amid National GOP Pressure
Gov. Mike Braun on Monday, Oct. 27 called a special session to take up congressional redistricting, a politically charged move that follows months of mounting pressure from national Republicans to redraw Indiana’s map ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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