January 15, 2025
Broad parental rights bill moves forward to full Senate
The measure would codify that governmental entities “may not substantially burden a parent’s fundamental right” to direct the upbringing, religious instruction, education or health care of a child unless it has a compelling interest.
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Braun executive orders begin to remake administrative side of state government
Gov. Mike Braun signed a series of executive orders this week that begin to remake the administrative side of state government.
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State lawmakers help push cannabis legalization initiative in 2025 session
A cannabis legalization coalition says moving Indiana directly to full adult legal use is the best way to ensure a regulated market that also addresses public safety concerns.
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GOP caucus selects Vermillion County Commissioner Tim Yocum to join state House
A Republican precinct committee caucus selected Vermillion County Commissioners President Tim Yocum as the newest state lawmaker Tuesday.
Read MoreJanuary 14, 2025
Indiana Senate Republicans want to make big changes to HIP, Medicaid. What do those changes mean?
A potential overhaul of the state’s Medicaid expansion program would include changes such as caps on enrollment and limits on lifetime eligibility. The overhaul would also reintroduce a proposal that the federal government previously blocked because it could lead to a loss of coverage.
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Indiana House Republicans look to build on housing, health care costs efforts in 2025 agenda
The Indiana House GOP’s 2025 legislative priorities hope to build on previous initiatives that aimed to bring down health care and housing costs.
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Indiana Black Legislative Caucus's 2025 agenda centered on physical, mental health care
The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus says its focus in the 2025 session is making Indiana safer, healthier and more equitable.
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2025
Former state senator Karen Tallian announces bid for Indiana Democratic Party chair
Former state senator Karen Tallian announced Monday she wants to be the next chair of the Indiana Democratic Party.
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2025
Mike Braun sworn in as governor; Micah Beckwith, Todd Rokita also take oaths of office
Mike Braun said, as governor, he wants to empower the next generation and “pursue freedom and opportunity without fear.”
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Bill would prevent public universities from offering race-based scholarships
A bill that would protect university students from discipline over some types of speech could also eliminate minority scholarships in Indiana.
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