Former state senator Randy Head is the new chair of the Indiana Republican Party.

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.

State Sen. Randy Head is the third lawmaker to step down this year. Hell be replaced by a local Republican caucus.

Under the proposed law, a driver who passes a stopped school bus could have their license suspended and face increasing fines for each violation.

Supporters says a bill that creates the opportunity for businesses and non-profits to establish healthy food access needs state money to get started.

Republican Sen. Randy Head of Logansport said Wednesday he'll change his bill to instead ask that a study be conducted comparing the salaries for Indiana officeholders with those in other states.

Senate lawmakers want to give statewide officeholders, including the governor, a pay raise.

The move comes after the FBI launched a probe into the matter and has interviewed several GOP lawmakers.

Steve Carter served as Attorney General from 2001 to 2009. Abby Kuzma has served as Assistant Attorney General for the past seven years.

Other Republican hopefuls include Elkhart County Prosecutor Curtis Hill and former Attorney General Steve Carter. The State Republican Party will choose its nominee for the post at its convention later this year.