Indiana senator pushes for CBD oil legalization
The proposed legislation clarifies that cannabis oil is not included under the term "controlled substance" in Indiana, making the products legal.
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Young chooses growth potential over deficit concerns in vote for tax bill
Indiana Sen. Todd Young said he believes the tax bill “is going to give a major boost to our economy, creating an environment that’s ripe for jobs and small business growth.” Two months ago, he said he was concerned with overestimating growth potential.
Tax overhaul could mean fallout for state, local governments
The big changes in the federal tax code aren’t happening in a vacuum. They will force officials in most states to decide whether to apply similar changes, while some residents ponder whether they now might be better off living somewhere else.
Congress delivers massive tax reform package to Trump’s desk
The epic overhaul of U.S. tax laws offers generous tax cuts for corporations and the wealthiest Americans while providing smaller cuts for middle- and low-income families. It’s projected to increase the national debt while potentially boosting economic growth.
GOP has deal on tax cuts, could send bill to Trump by Christmas
Confident congressional Republicans forged an agreement Wednesday on a major overhaul of the nation's tax laws that would provide generous tax cuts for corporations and many Americans.
UPDATE: Officials predict change unlikely to Indiana’s cold beer law
Public opinion polling suggests the general public widely supports allowing convenience and big-box stores to sell cold—and not just warm—beer.
Expected hot topics in the 2018 General Assembly
Lawmakers returning to the Statehouse in January for their 2018 session will face questions about alcohol, autonomous vehicles, hate crimes and more.
Senate GOP presses ahead on tax bill, gets McCain’s backing
Senate Republicans on Thursday pushed ahead on a sweeping revamp of the nation's tax code, with Majority Leader Mitch McConnell expressing confidence of final passage by week's end and a key Republican getting on board.
McCormick’s legislative wish list: Diploma fixes, mandatory kindergarten
Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Jennifer McCormick laid out her agenda for the upcoming year on Tuesday, listing priorities ahead of the next General Assembly.
Two groups make deal on Sunday booze sales
Two powerful lobbying groups say they have resolved differences that previously led state lawmakers to give up on efforts to overturn the Prohibition-era Sunday carryout sales ban.
Todd Young backs tax reform, but not if it increases deficit
The senator from Indiana said fellow Republicans “can’t assume unreasonable rates of economic growth or we’re being fiscally irresponsible.”
Indiana plans to appeal abortion law order, attorney general says
Indiana plans to appeal a federal judge's order that permanently blocks the state from banning abortions sought due to fetal genetic abnormalities.
Pence hands over AOL emails from time as Indiana’s governor
Indiana is paying a law firm $100,000 to help deal with the backlog of public records requests.
Congress passes bill to fund FDA drug, medical device reviews
Drug and medical device makers would pay higher user fees under legislation the U.S. Senate approved and sent to the president on Thursday.
Former lawmaker Gard to chair state alcohol-study group
Beverly Gard has been chosen to chair Indiana’s Alcohol Code Revision Commission, which has been tasked with updating the state’s alcohol laws, many of which have not been changed since the end of Prohibition.
Bloomington sues Indiana over state ban on annexing property
City officials claim that recently passed state legislation that blocks the city’s attempt to annex 9,500 acres of property is unconstitutional.
Planned Parenthood challenging new Indiana abortion parental consent law
Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky has filed a lawsuit challenging portions of Senate Enrolled Act 404, which in part requires unemancipated minors to obtain consent from a parent or legal guardian before having an abortion.
Governor signs solar-power compensation bill into law
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb has signed a bill into law that will reduce the financial benefits available to those who install solar panels.
IndyGo’s hopes remain alive for federal Red Line funding
The House’s $1 trillion federal spending bill, crafted over the weekend, includes $50 million for the Red Line. Project funding has been in limbo for more than a year.
Holcomb faces deadline on divisive energy, alcohol bills
Thus far, the Indiana governor has refused to detail any action he may take, saying he was “still reviewing” them and “looking at every angle.”