Gov.-elect Pence to seek losers-pay tort reform
Indiana Gov.-elect Mike Pence will include tort reform in a first-year legislative agenda that is slowly taking shape.
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Pence names commerce secretary, IEDC chief
Victor Smith will serve as secretary of commerce and Eric Doden will lead the Indiana Economic Development Corp., the incoming governor announced Thursday.
Pence inaugural ball sold out
The black tie dinner and dance will be at the JW Marriott’s Grand Ballroom.
Daniels fell short on lifting incomes
As Gov. Mitch Daniels leaves office in January, there is debate about whether his policies of keeping taxes and spending low, while pursuing alternative strategies to improve roads and schools, have been the best way to help Indiana attract and create more high-wage, knowledge-based jobs.
Pence’s inner circle includes old, new hands
Mike Pence's staff says he likes to chew over an issue extensively before presenting it to the public, and wants to hear from multiple sides before making up his mind.
Pence keeps transportation, National Guard chiefs
Pence announced that Maj. Gen. Martin Umbarger would continue as the head of Indiana's National Guard and Michael Cline would continue serving as state transportation commissioner.
FEIGENBAUM: Unusual circumstances could stir Indiana General Assembly
When lawmakers reconvene Jan. 7 for the 2013 legislative session, they will do so under a unique structure: a new Republican governor and Republican super-majorities in both chambers of the General Assembly.
Indiana Republicans already clashing over budget
What the 2013 legislative session lacks in spectacle, it’s sure to make up for in surprises.
Daniels revives talk of outer beltway around Indy
There's renewed interest from top state lawmakers in the highway, which would link communities stretching from Martinsville southwest of Indianapolis to Pendleton northeast of the city.
Pence travels Indiana to thank supporters, voters
Gov.-elect Mike Pence pledged to work with both parties to improve Indiana's economy but sidestepped potential political minefields as he hit the road Thursday for a two-day trip to thank supporters who helped him win the governor's office.
Mayors’ group wants state lawmakers to ‘trust local’
Hoosier mayors say they're concerned that decision-making authority has been removed from the local level and transferred to state lawmakers in recent years.
Pence taps banker Alley to stay in administration post
Former bank executive Mike Alley will continue in his position as commissioner of Indiana’s Department of Revenue under Gov.-elect Mike Pence. Pence also announced two more cabinet appointments.
Longtime Pence aide to serve as chief of staff
Indiana Gov.-elect Mike Pence's top congressional aide is moving to the governor's office to serve as his chief of staff.
Timing to play key role in gay marriage battle
Key lawmakers are playing their cards close to the vest heading into the 2013 legislative session with a new governor and a list of big priorities.
Pence appoints veteran Indiana aide chief counsel
Indiana Gov.-elect Mike Pence announced Wednesday that Mark Ahearn would serve as his general counsel. Ahearn comes from the Indiana Department of Transportation and previously worked for Pence and former Sen. Dan Quayle in Congress.
Indiana taxpayers to see $111 credit from surplus
Indiana taxpayers will receive a $111 credit on their state income tax returns next year as the state distributes part of its budget surplus. The credit will be $222 for couples filing joint returns.
State Chamber outlines priorities for legislative session
Economic development typically tops the chamber’s agenda, and for the upcoming session the pro-business organization is backing Gov.-elect Mike Pence’s idea for a new state-sponsored research institute.
Pence travels for governor training, networking
Pence will travel to a meeting of the Republican Governors Association in Las Vegas and later to a training session for new governors being conducted in California.
Hoosier Environmental Council’s job no easier with Pence administration
Group plans full-time presence at Statehouse to guard against governor, Republican legislature rolling back environmental protections.
GOP’s Pence wins election as Indiana governor
Republican Mike Pence won election Tuesday as Indiana governor, extending his party's control of the state's top office.