Articles tagged as: Indiana Senate
September 10, 2019
Cass County Councilwoman Replaces Head In State Senate
Stacey Donato will replace former State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) who announced his resignation earlier this year to become the chief deputy prosecutor in Pulaski County.
Read MoreJuly 29, 2019
State Sen. Randy Head To Leave General Assembly
State Sen. Randy Head is the third lawmaker to step down this year. Hell be replaced by a local Republican caucus.
Read MoreApril 16, 2019
Senate Passes Two-Year State Budget
The Senate version of the state's budget sends an additional $535 million to schools over the next two years, a slight increase over the House version of the bill. Lawmakers will need to agree on a state budget before the session ends this month.
Read MoreApril 16, 2019
Senate Republicans Reject 25 Democrat Amendments To Budget Bill
Senate Republicans rejected nearly 20 amendments offered by Democrats to the budget bill Monday. The Senate will vote on the budget Tuesday. The state revenue forecast will be released Wednesday.
Read MoreJanuary 15, 2019
After Noblesville Shooting Lawmakers Consider Changes To Attempted Murder Law
Current state statute does not allow 12- and 13-year-olds charged with attempted murder to be sent to adult court - Indiana lawmakers introduced a bill to change that.
Read MoreJanuary 7, 2019
Senate Ethics Committee Approves New Sexual Harassment Policy
Senate rules before now didn't define sexual harassment. The changes outline what's considered sexual harassment and how complaints will be investigated.
Read MoreDecember 21, 2018
Senate Democrats Draft Bill To Protect Pre-Existing Condition Coverage
Democrats say they drafted legislation to ensure insurance still includes pre-existing coverage.
Read MoreOctober 10, 2018
Councilman To Fill Seat Of Outgoing Indiana Senate Leader
Senate President Pro Tem David Long of Fort Wayne announced in February that he was stepping down in November.
Read MoreSeptember 25, 2018
Caucus Set To Replace Retiring Sen. David Long's Seat
Long announced in February he would retire after 22 years in the state Senate - including 12 as its leader. His retirement takes effect Nov. 6.
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2018
Indiana Gun Bill Under Scrutiny After Florida Shooting
The proposal, approved by a Senate committe, would eliminate fees and make changes to the handgun licensing process.
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