Indiana Rep. Chuck Goodrich announces run for Congress
Goodrich, president of Indianapolis-based contractor Gaylor Electric, becomes the second candidate to declare his intentions to represent Indiana’s 5th Congressional District.
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Business scores some sizable legislative wins
Lawmakers passed bills to offer tax relief for small businesses, child care tax credits for employers, and hundreds of millions of dollars in financial incentives for economic development projects.
How a contested GOP gubernatorial primary could help Democrat Jennifer McCormick
Jennifer McCormick, for now the presumptive favorite for the Democratic nomination for governor, could hoard cash while Republicans spend big money to try and win a contested three-way primary election next year.
The big wins—and some losses—of Indiana’s 2023 legislative session
Of the 1,154 bills filed, Indiana lawmakers approved 252 of those in the 2023 legislative session, with many still waiting for a final signature from the governor. Here’s a recap.
New state budget includes $120M for reimagined IU, Purdue presence in Indy
The spending plan includes $60 million for Indiana University to construct “school of science instructional and research building” and $60 million for Purdue to add an “academic and student success building.”
Legislative session ends as chaotic, twelfth-hour push nets $312M increase for traditional K-12
Under pressure from local schools and fellow Republican lawmakers, GOP leaders opted to decrease the amount dedicated to paying down the unfunded liability in pre-1996 Teacher Retirement Fund and shift an additional $312 million to K-12 schools.
State lawmakers pass bill that stops Indy’s ‘no-turn-on-red’ proposal
A Republican state legislator and former Indianapolis City-County Council member is on the verge of thwarting an attempt by Indianapolis lawmakers to install no-turn-on-red signs at nearly 200 downtown intersections.
Proposal would let Indy impose tax on Mile Square properties for downtown enhancements
Under the proposal, the revenue could only be used in the Mile Square for services that are now provided by the not-for-profit Downtown Indy Inc., such as cleanliness initiatives, homelessness outreach and providing “safety ambassadors.”
Revised state budget expands school voucher funding, accelerates income tax cuts
The $44.5 billion spending plan restores measures coveted by Republican leaders in both chambers, a reflection of the April state revenue forecast that showed Indiana is expected to receive an additional $1.5 billion in revenue over the next two fiscal years.
Indiana bill targeting ESG investing heads to governor’s desk
House Bill 1008 has been significantly watered down since it was first introduced, but Republicans say the anti-ESG legislation still accomplishes its intent.
Time running out for state lawmakers to deliver on health, education and tax promises
Indiana’s lawmakers are nearing the end of a grueling nearly four-month legislative session, but three of their biggest priorities—aside from the budget—remain unresolved.
Lawmakers wrangle over workforce initiatives
Employers, lawmakers and business leaders together have crafted legislation that encourages people to stay in high school and pursue postsecondary education or to revisit educational opportunities later in life.
More money means more funding decisions for Indiana lawmakers as session nears end
A projected $1.5 billion in new revenue will add new drama to the final week of this year’s legislative session as the Indiana General Assembly grapples with how much to raise funding for public health, education and debt obligations.
Wetlands protections remain intact after pushback from environmental groups
Indiana lawmakers removed controversial language from a bill that would have effectively stripped protections for certain wetlands, but Republican leadership in both the House and Senate expressed support for reviving the language.
Indiana revenue forecast exceeds projections as recession fears wane
State lawmakers have $1.5 billion more to work with than expected in the next two-year budget, according to revenue figures released by the Indiana State Budget Agency on Wednesday. But it’s unclear where that money will be directed.
Indiana Senate budget strips proposed funding for Martin University
Indiana’s only predominately Black university is slated to miss out on a $10 million cash infusion under a budget proposal introduced by Senate Republicans on Friday.
Local affiliates often play a big role when national conventions come to Indy
Groups as diverse as religious denominations, state lawmakers, humanities not-for-profits and others are now gearing up to make sure hundreds, even thousands, of members have productive and gratifying visits to Indianapolis over the next several months.
Bail reform, public health changes and a possible gas tax increase move forward
Lawmakers finished the week Thursday by finalizing a move to limit the right to bail, extend a gas tax increase and make several key changes to a public health bill.
Senate unveils budget with no expansion for school voucher program
The most glaring contrast between the Senate and House proposals is the way in which they intend to expand funding to charter schools.
Lawmakers strip key bill of most property tax relief
A Senate committee removed provisions from House Bill 1499 that would have temporarily lowered Indiana’s property tax caps, increased state income tax deductions and limited local tax levy boosts.