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.

A Look Back at 2025 in Indiana Politics

December 26, 2025

A look back at 2025 in Indiana politics. Governor Braun makes significant changes to state agencies, data centers become a major issue for Hoosiers, and state immigration reform to support federal efforts.

Gov. Braun Names New Members to the IURC

December 19, 2025

Governor Braun names three new members to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission. Recommended changes to IPS and charter school collaboration. Candidates begin to announce their intent to run- or retire- ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

GOP Redistricting Push Fails in Indiana

December 12, 2025