Gov. Mike Braun says not moving forward could have “consequences” from Trump administration.

"I think it's important that people understand the things that we fight off every session or we push back on every session because we spend most of our time playing defense," said Rep. Ragen Hatcher (D-Gary).

Increased attention on school attendance has prompted recent concern among some families, especially parents whose children frequently miss school for medical reasons.

While the vast majority of new laws passed each year take effect on July 1, some measures go into effect much later.

The vast majority of new laws passed by the Indiana General Assembly this year take effect July 1.

The Indiana School Boards Association has a wide-ranging list of priorities for the upcoming legislative session. In addition to fully funding public schools, the ISBA also wants lawmakers to address school safety, student support and teacher retention.

This year marks the12-year anniversary of Indiana's Lifeline Law. The law protects those who call or text 911 to help an underage friend experiencing an alcohol-related medical emergency from facing legal consequences for underage drinking.

The Indiana General Assembly passed 172 laws during this year’s legislative session. And the vast majority of those laws take effect July 1.

The Indiana Democratic Party is focused on flipping at least four seats in the state House this year, which would break the supermajority Republicans have had for more than a decade.

The Democratic senator from Indianapolis said that “after a hard-fought battle with my health, the time has come for me to focus on enjoying the time I have left surrounded by my loved ones.”