Indiana Senate panel advances victim impact bill
The bipartisan proposal would largely require defendants to be present for the reading of victim impact statements.
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Indiana set to opt out of some of Trump’s federal tax cuts
Republican fiscal leaders, however, haven’t said which of the dozens of other new federal tax cuts—including the temporary deductions for workers who receive tips and overtime wages—will be extended to state taxes.
‘Paid protester’ lobbying bill advances to Senate floor with ‘substantial’ edits expected
Another measure bans ranked choice voting, which isn’t used in Indiana.
Who’s running for Indiana’s congressional, legislative seats
All nine U.S. House and 100 Indiana House seats are up for election this year, along with half of the 50 Indiana Senate seats. The candidate filing period ends at noon Feb. 6.
Legislation seeks to close ‘loopholes’ in E-Verify requirements for public contractors
Public work project contracts entered into or renewed after June 30 would have to include a provision requiring the primary contractor and all tiers of subcontractors to enroll in E-Verify.
Redistricting foe Sen. Greg Walker changes mind, says he’ll seek reelection
Walker was a vocal Republican critic of the redistricting plan pushed by President Donald Trump—and was one of several lawmakers who faced swatting or other intimidation tactics ahead of the Senate’s vote last month against redrawing the congressional maps.
Indiana lawmakers consider anti-doxing bill following redistricting bomb, swatting threats
Doxing is the public release of someone’s personal information, without their consent, as a threat.
Indiana online lottery bill advances as ban eyed on other internet gambling
The House Public Policy Committee endorsed a bill on Tuesday allowing online lottery sales, a move sought for years by state lottery officials as a way to boost revenue.
Indiana governor boasts drug seizures, traffic enforcement as latest public safety wins
Gov. Mike Braun Braun credited the Indiana State Police with disrupting drug trafficking networks operating in and around the state and removing impaired drivers from Hoosier roads.
Online lottery sales, new casino on Indiana’s gambling docket
Proposals for allowing the Hoosier Lottery to sell tickets online and the opening of a Fort Wayne-area casino are in the cards for what could be Indiana’s biggest gambling expansion since sports wagering was legalized in 2019.
The last holdout: Why Vernon is Indiana’s only town still governed by an 1851 charter
In a state where every other municipality now operates under uniform state statute, Vernon remains Indiana’s lone charter town, governed by an incorporation act approved on Jan. 22, 1851, when Indiana was barely 35 years into its statehood.
Indiana lawmakers to weigh joining Trump’s tax cuts
Republican legislators are poised to take up proposals on conforming the state tax code with federal rules after the legislative session resumes Jan. 5.
Behind the walls of Indiana’s ICE detention facility
The state is now in its third month of a two-year contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to house immigration detainees at the Miami Correctional Facility.
Indiana ethics panel approves Jennifer-Ruth Green settlement; possible criminal charges pending
Officials confirmed during Thursday’s meeting that the Indiana Office of Inspector General has already referred the matter for criminal review, and that process remains ongoing.
Misconduct complaint against Rokita dismissed, but senator seeks to revive it
Attorney General Todd Rokita’s lawyers argued that Sen. Liz Brown’s grievance was “meritless on its face” and was filed in retaliation for statements protected under First Amendment free speech rights.
Jennifer-Ruth Green to pay $10,000 fine under proposed Indiana ethics settlement
A proposed settlement agreement resolving the ethics investigation into former Indiana Secretary of Public Safety Jennifer-Ruth Green would impose a $10,000 fine and no additional penalties.
State prepares for SNAP ban on sugary drinks, candy to take effect Jan. 1
Beginning Jan. 1, more than half a million low-income Indiana residents won’t be able to use government food assistance to buy sugary drinks or candy. And state officials are preparing retailers and participants for the changes.
Group backing independent candidates wants Indiana to end straight-ticket voting
On top of Independent Indiana’s list is eliminating straight-ticket voting in which those casting election ballots can vote for all of a party’s candidate with a single push of a button.
Lasting Statehouse fallout from Indiana redistricting debate?
President Donald Trump’s failed push for an Indiana congressional redistricting exposed divisions among Republicans who dominate the state Legislature and with Gov. Mike Braun.
Lawmakers move to phase out health-specific retirement benefit
A retirement benefit specific to medical costs — introduced almost two decades ago to slim down the state’s payroll — may be on its way out.