Indiana Sen. Jean Breaux dies after long illness
Breaux, who died Wednesday, issued a statement Monday saying she wanted to “focus on enjoying the time I have left surrounded by my loved ones.”
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Governing bodies tussle over control of Indiana State Fair
Ten words slipped into the 112-page House Enrolled Act 1120, a property tax turned administrative bill, give Indiana’s finance-oriented State Fair Commission the power to set fair dates, and strip that authority from the fair-focused State Fair Board.
Chambers releases detailed economy plan in gubernatorial bid
He said a growing the economy would, in turn, reduce government and shrink taxes even if his proposals include plans for growth in the short term.
State Sen. Jean Breaux issues farewell-like statement amid ongoing health issues
The Democratic senator from Indianapolis said that “after a hard-fought battle with my health, the time has come for me to focus on enjoying the time I have left surrounded by my loved ones.”
Holcomb vetoes antisemitism compromise, signs bill weakening public access counselor
Gov. Eric Holcomb opted to issue his first—and only—veto of the session on House Bill 1002, a proposal to further define antisemitism, particularly in academic settings, citing concerns with a compromise reached in the final hours of session.
Legislature bans sister-city agreements with ‘foreign adversaries’
Indiana lawmakers this year slipped a new prohibition blocking locals from joining cooperative agreements with communities in six “foreign adversary” countries into a bill that originally dealt with property taxes.
Gubernatorial candidate Jamie Reitenour lambasts debate, forum hosts for exclusion
A March 11 debate in Carmel was the first to include all six candidates seeking the Republican nomination for Indiana govenor. Reitenour wasn’t included in an October forum, December’s legislative conference nor in a January forum and she is concerned she won’t be included in future events.
Holcomb signs bill killing Gary’s gunmaker lawsuit, but two others hang in the balance
Two pieces of legislation remain unsigned—one defining and banning antisemitism within the Hoosier public education system and another constraining the state’s public access chief.
College officials brace for new laws on ‘intellectual diversity’ and more
State lawmakers approved a slew of new laws affecting Indiana’s colleges and universities during the 2024 legislative session — but questions remain about how some of those measures will be implemented.
Judge blocks U.S. Senate hopeful John Rust’s latest attempt to access GOP primary ballot
Marion Superior Court Judge Kurt Eisgruber said in his ruling that the Indiana Election Commission properly interpreted the state’s political party affiliation statute when it voted in favor of Rust’s six campaign challengers during a meeting last month.
Holcomb casts doubts on antisemitism ban, signs happy hour bill
Gov. Eric Holcomb indicated the last-day compromise House and Senate lawmakers struck on the antisemitism bill may be crumbling.
Holcomb signs university anti-‘viewpoint discrimination’ bill, 74 others
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed a whopping 75 bills into law on Wednesday, including a heavily debated proposal that conservative proponents hope will spur “intellectual diversity” in publicly funded college classrooms.
U.S. Senate hopeful John Rust’s last-ditch ballot plea now in the hands of Marion County judge
After a Tuesday court hearing, a Marion County judge is weighing whether the Indiana Election Commission’s decision to deny U.S. Senate hopeful John Rust from accessing Indiana’s GOP primary ballot should be upheld.
Mike Braun swipes at GOP opponent Eric Doden in new ad
Gubernatorial hopeful and U.S. Sen. Mike Braun published a new advertisement Tuesday morning targeting competitor Eric Doden in a 17-second clip.
AG Rokita says Holcomb should veto ‘toothless’ antisemitism ban
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita on Tuesday called on Gov. Eric Holcomb to veto a bill—which he dubbed a “toothless mess”—that defines and bans antisemitism within the state’s public education system.
Governor signs 67 bills ranging from reading remediation to bobcat hunting
More third graders will be retained due to lack of reading proficiency under a bill Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed Monday, three days after the conclusion of this year’s annual legislative session.
Gaming commission funding throttled by lawmakers in late-night move
A feud between the General Assembly and the Indiana Gaming Commission escalated late Friday when lawmakers approved language blocking the commission from getting more money without their approval.
Commercial vehicle liability immunity headed to governor despite opposition
Crash your rental car, or get hit by a truck? Legislation headed to Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb’s desk would bar you from using a commercial vehicle’s outdated safety equipment against the lessor in a civil lawsuit.
Indiana lawmakers compromise on Republican priority bill to define and ban antisemitism
After multiple iterations and weeks of debate, a bill to define and ban antisemitism at Indiana’s public education institutions cleared the General Assembly on Friday and now awaits a signature from the governor.
Statewide officeholders handgun carry privilege restored in finalized bill — but not for staff
Holders of four statewide offices will soon be eligible to carry handguns in the Statehouse and the broader state capitol complex property.