Indiana nonprofit hospitals sitting on billions of dollars worth of net assets, legislator says
Sen. Travis Holdman (R-Markle) questioned whether the hospital systems are doing enough to make health care affordable for Hoosiers.
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Lawmakers ready tax legislation ahead of session prime for reform
Policymakers have proposed at least 12 bills seeking to create or adjust property tax credits or deductions and institute freezes.
Outgoing Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb looks back on eight years in office—and at what’s next
In an end-of-term interview, the Republican governor recalls the highs, lows and lessons learned over the course of his tenure.
New bills seek to sever state business ties to companies in adversarial countries
The two bills are focused on reducing the influence of countries potentially posing a threat to the United States and Indiana.
Medicaid, prior authorization to be major topics in 2025
Despite tightening revenue, Republican leaders quickly dismissed any notion that 2025 could be the year Indiana ends its prohibition on marijuana.
State employees to get one-time bonus, but no pay raise
Indiana’s incoming dollars have slowed to pre-pandemic levels. Budget writers have urged their fellow lawmakers to tighten funding requests and prepare for a lean two-year cycle.
Indiana lawmakers face tough decisions on education funding
Many of the priorities related to K-12 that Republican leaders outlined for next year, like expanding school vouchers and limiting property tax hikes, come with a price tag.
Pre-design funds approved for proposed Indiana judicial building
Proposals to construct a new building to house the state’s courts have been tossed around for decades. To get the ball rolling, Indiana budget regulators last week approved a $5 million request for pre-design funds.
Gov. Holcomb’s accessibility, personal touches shape economic legacy, colleagues say
Holcomb’s administration has focused its economic strategy on courting new companies and investing in those already here.
Q&A with First Internet Bank’s David Becker on apprenticeships as workforce training
Becker expects the bank’s apprenticeship program will gain momentum when changes to the high school diploma take effect, beginning with the class of 2029 (current eighth-graders).
Lawmakers preview property tax policy at legislative conference
Senate Tax and Fiscal Policy Chair Travis Holdman, R-Markle, said his caucus is ready to introduce between 12 and 15 bills that will affect property taxes.
State lawmakers hint at road funding changes
In a final report, the task force found that improvements to Indiana’s road and bridge network should be paid by those who benefit from the network “in proportion to their use.”
Statehouse leaders say growing Medicaid costs, leveling revenue complicate budget
Growing costs, especially for Medicaid, could make it more difficult for Republican leadership to achieve a key goal: spending less than the state takes in.
Democrats replace embattled Sen. Greg Taylor with new caucus leader
The move comes just a day after The Indianapolis Star published a new round of allegations from women who say Taylor sexually harassed them—accusations the Indianapolis Democrat vehemently denied.
Embattled Indiana Senate minority leader denies sexual harassment allegations
Democrat Sen. Greg Taylor directly responded to reporter questions in an impromptu availability following a leadership panel at a downtown legislative conference on Wednesday.
Braun names next leader of Indiana National Guard
Gov.-elect Mike Braun touted Brig. Gen. Lawrence “Larry” Muennich’s experience in the military and as a business leader.
Medicaid costs continue to grow but state lawmakers cautiously optimistic for budget after forecasts
The state’s Medicaid program continues to increase in cost at a rate faster than state’s revenue growth. It hit a tipping point last year when lawmakers learned about a $985 million shortfall in the state’s Medicaid budget.
State approves $60M for LEAP District development for Lilly, Meta projects
The state will eventually recoup much of that investment when LEAP land is sold to tenants, officials from the Indiana Economic Development Corp. said.
Gov.-elect Braun selects pharmacy leader as health secretary
Dr. Gloria Sachdev will oversee four major state agencies: the Department of Health, the Family and Social Services Administration, the Department of Child Services and the Department of Veteran Affairs.
Holcomb, IEDC cap off year with record $39.1B in expected private investments
The investment total continues a trend of record-breaking years for the IEDC. The state has improved its annual total every year since Gov. Eric Holcomb took office (with the exception of 2020 due to the pandemic.)