February 24, 2026
Governor could replace local bar associations in selecting Marion County judges
A bill changing how Marion County Superior Court judges are selected is creating tension between Indianapolis lawmakers.
Read MoreFebruary 24, 2026
INDOT announces new highway safety project
The Indiana Department of Transportation is equipping highway workers across the state with additional safety equipment to keep them safe in low-visibility conditions.
Read MoreFebruary 23, 2026
Fatal crashes prompt amendment that tightens commercial drivers licenses for immigrants
Indiana lawmakers want stricter CDL rules, requiring legal status and English proficiency, after fatal truck crashes. Violators could face felonies and steep fines.
Read MoreFebruary 23, 2026
Ag bill in federal legislature could help Hoosier farmers
The bill seeks to act as a slimmed down Farm Bill, the five-year piece of legislation that sets food and agricultural policies for the country.
Read MoreFebruary 20, 2026
New law limits state-level public hearings on nuclear power facilities
The law comes as state lawmakers increasingly look toward nuclear energy to address rising electricity costs.
Read MoreFebruary 20, 2026
Indiana housing overhaul bill advances by one vote as senators warn of 'one-size-fits-all' risks
Supporters say state action is needed to boost housing supply, but critics question whether the bill will actually lower costs.
Read MoreFebruary 18, 2026
Lawmakers want to get people off the streets. Advocates argue their strategy will land people in jail
Lawmakers want to get people off the streets. Advocates argue their strategy will land people in jail. Some police joined opposition to the bill, arguing it could saddle jails with managing homeless people
Read MoreFebruary 17, 2026
Statehouse may finally be poised to pass township reform
Lawmakers have long considered ways to reduce township government. Legislative efforts may finally be set up to pass.
Read MoreFebruary 17, 2026
State tackles penny-rounding policies amid national shortage
Indiana lawmakers are crafting statewide penny-rounding policies as Hoosier retailers struggle through a nationwide shortage of the discontinued coin, but admit it needs more work. State revenues could also suffer.
Read MoreFebruary 16, 2026
Indiana could crack down on foreign adversary influence
Indiana lawmakers want to reduce foreign influence on Indiana politics by requiring foreign actors to register with the state Attorney General. The bill is part of a larger effort to come down on “foreign adversary” nations.
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