February 20, 2026
Indiana House supports an extension of the syringe service programs with new requirements
The Indiana House of Representatives passed a bill extending state approval for syringe services programs, adding new requirements.
Read MoreFebruary 19, 2026
Health department to track air pollution in West Indianapolis
After more than a century of exposure to pollution from multiple sources that has led to higher rates of lung cancer and lung disease than in other parts of the county, West Indianapolis will soon have its own network of air monitors.
Read MoreFebruary 13, 2026
'We don’t see the savings': Indiana Medicaid restructuring bill draws pushback
A bill pitched as a fix for Indiana’s troubled Pathways Medicaid program drew emotional testimony — and triggered pointed exchanges — as discussions around long-term care continued Thursday in the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2026
Amended Indiana syringe services bill would require ID, one-to-one exchange
An Indiana House committee advanced an amended bill this week that would extend syringe services programs by two years. Some advocates say requirements in the amendment would weaken programs.
Read MoreFebruary 10, 2026
Can a $50 billion rural health program make up for massive federal cuts to health care?
A new federal project called the Rural Health Transformation Program was designed to address health deserts in rural communities. What is it, and what impact could it have in Indiana?
Read MoreFebruary 4, 2026
Insurance companies are fining hospitals for out-of-network care. A new bill aims to stop it
Insurance companies are fining hospitals for out-of-network care, arguing that federal changes are costing them more money. A new bill aims to stop those fines and protect consumers
Read MoreFebruary 4, 2026
Lawmakers want to ensure doctors get patient consent before performing some invasive procedures
Lawmakers want to require informed patient consent for some medical procedures. A bill moving through the legislature would bring Indiana in line with federal recommendations.
Read MoreJanuary 30, 2026
Hoosier medical debt tops $2 billion. A bill offering some relief just passed the Senate
Hoosier medical debt tops $2 billion. A bill offering relief to debtors just passed the Senate and sponsors say it could deliver relief to over a million residents
Read MoreJanuary 29, 2026
'No politics, just keep people alive': Syringe services hope legality continues
Six Indiana counties operate a syringe service program, often acting as a bridge to healthcare, overdose prevention education and addiction treatment. But the programs could end in July, when the law allowing them expires.
Read MoreJanuary 28, 2026
Anti-abortion group asks Indiana Supreme Court to release terminated pregnancy reports
Voices for Life is asking the state’s highest court to revisit a ruling blocking access to abortion records.
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