Bills Targeting Meth Production Advance Out Of Committee

Drew Daudelin

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After redistricting, here's what Indiana Democrats want to address in 2026

Lawmakers gathered at the Capitol on January 5th to discuss 2026 legislative priorities. Following a contentious December to address redistricting, the 2026 session is expected to be shorter.

Public Affairs / January 28, 2026

Bill creates in-person checks for Department of Child Services following death of Indianapolis five-year-old

Lawmakers unanimously moved a bill forward requiring in person checks for the Department of Child Services before they can close out alleged cases of abuse and neglect. The bill is in response to the death of an Indianapolis five-year-old.

Public Affairs / January 16, 2026

Bill targets fraud and abuse in Indiana welfare systems. Some worry it would impact eligible Hoosiers

Senate Republicans have introduced a bill that aims to target fraud and abuse in Indiana’s welfare programs. Some of it puts the state in line with new federal requirements, but some Democrats worry it could cut eligible Hoosiers from benefits aimed at helping them.