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A $1Billion Investment in Bioscience Growth
March 20, 2026
Governor Braun commits $1 billion to bioscience sector growth, aiming to create 100,000 jobs over 10 years. Indiana ranked worst of all states for foreclosure filing rates. The FSSA could end Medicaid drug reimbursement for qualified health centers.
Braun Aligns With TPUSA on School Clubs
March 13, 2026
Governor Braun aligns with TPUSA on the formation of conservative, Christian-aligned school clubs. The syringe-exchange extension becomes law. Maureen Braun says funding is on track to sustain Indiana’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library.
Governor Braun Reflects on the 2026 Session
March 6, 2026
Governor Braun reflects on the 2026 legislative session. Former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard joins the race for Indiana Secretary of State as an independent. The Indiana State Treasurer raises questions about the BlackRock buyout of AES Indiana.
SNAP and Medicaid bill heads to Governor
February 27, 2026
SB1, a bill tightening eligibility for Medicaid and SNAP heads to the Governor. Lawmakers call for an investigation into rising utility costs. Late amendments to a bill dealing with commercial drivers licenses would mandate English proficiency tests.
Changes to the Bail System on the Ballot
February 20, 2026
Changes to Indiana’s bail system will be on the ballot in November. Lawmakers create a Stadium Finance Authority to help secure a possible new home for the Chicago Bears. A Cambodian man dies in ICE custody at the Miami Correctional Facility.
Hailey Buzbee’s Death Sparks Change
February 13, 2026
The disappearance and death of Fishers teenager Hailey Buzbee prompts changes to the Amber Alert system. Indiana’s May 5th primary election field is set as the deadline to file passes. Hoosiers can no longer change their gender on driver’s licenses.
State Police to Enforce Federal Policy
February 6, 2026
A bill to align state and local law enforcement with federal immigration policy. Students walk out to protest ICE, while the state and their schools respond. A long-time member of the statehouse GOP leaves the party and will not seek reelection.
National Guard May Expand Policing Powers
January 30, 2026
The National Guard can make arrests in certain cases. A new bill may expand these powers.
Abortion Restrictions Target Providers
January 23, 2026
New abortion restrictions target in-state and out-of-state providers and add reporting requirements. Indiana students join national walkouts to protest the Trump Administration. Lawmakers take up efforts to dissolve or combine some township governments.
Braun Gives His Second State of the State
January 16, 2026
Gov. Braun gives his second State of the State address, focusing this year on affordability concerns. A proposed bill to ban social media for teenagers. The first hearing of a bill to deregulate zoning restrictions in order to reduce the cost of homes.
Lawmakers Return for Part 2 of Session
January 9, 2026
Lawmakers return to Indy for part 2 of the 2026 session after defeating redistricting proposals in December. High school students achieve a record-setting 92% graduation rate, the highest on record. A bill to extend syringe exchange programs.
A Look Ahead at Indiana in 2026
December 30, 2025
We look ahead at some of the biggest themes emerging in 2026. Lawmakers will attempt to tackle a childcare availability crisis, lukewarm economic forecasts, and the 2026 Secretary of State candidates build their warchests.
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