The Senate-approved tax bill would limit total growth in property tax revenue, which could reduce individual bills. But the Republican governor said the legislation lacks “meaningful tax cuts.”
The layoffs were part of a Department of Government Efficiency purge that targeted about 2,000 Department of Energy employees.
Lawmakers’ unease with the Indiana Economic Development Corp. culminated in at least four transparency-focused bills this session—all filed by Republicans—seeking to add more guardrails.
The Federal Reserve is prepared to keep its key interest rate unchanged for now as inflation remains elevated and the job market is solid, Chair Jerome Powell said Tuesday.
Senate Bill 377 introduces a new framework and requirements for regional development funding, shifting the focus from place-aligned projects to more industry-focused development.
Out of the over a dozen immigration-related bills filed this session, lawmakers ultimately have supported legislation that aids in the enforcement and detainment of people who are in the country illegally.
While many chairs are winding down hearings on the bills assigned to their committees, one of the most anticipated pieces of legislation for the 2025 session had its first committee hearing this week.
The measure aligns with a similar effort outside the Indiana Statehouse to expand the ecosystem of apprenticeship opportunities.
Matt Whetstone, a former Republican state representative, has jumped back and forth between policymaking and lobbying throughout his career.
Republicans and Democrats testified the bill would decrease local governments’ revenues significantly and affect the quality of some public services.
The House Ways and Means Committee began budget hearings with members of Braun’s cabinet this week. The House will amend its version of the budget into HB 1001 closer to the session’s halfway point in February.
House and Senate Republicans rank this session’s top priorities as tax reform and health care reform—and several bills key to achieving their vision had their first hearings this week.
On Wednesday, most of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus boycotted the event, instead opting to host their own rally.
The email sent to millions of employees said those who leave their posts voluntarily will receive about eight months of salary, but they have to choose to do so by Feb. 6.
Through House Bill 1489, the state would establish a trade commission with Ireland to strengthen its business relationship with the country and exchange ideas on policy, economic development and infrastructure.
The governor on Tuesday signed an executive order directing Indiana law enforcement agencies to comply with federal immigration initiatives.
The proposed ordinance upholds the city’s prohibition on new billboards inside Interstate 465, but allows outdoor advertising companies to relocate a sign within the same parcel of land.
The Defense Department published a list of firms that it deems to be operating in the United States for, or on behalf of, the Chinese military or that contribute to China’s military buildup.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau became deeply unpopular with voters in recent years over a range of issues, including the soaring cost of food and housing, and surging immigration.
The proposal from the Food and Drug Administration and mandated by Congress is intended to reassure consumers about the safety of makeup, baby powder and other personal care products.
