News Releases

Messmer Report: Protecting Hoosier Property

Protecting Hoosiers from adversarial nations has been a top priority of mine in recent years, especially with the increase in Chinese ownership of the American food supply we've seen in recent years. more »

Statement from State Sen. Mark Messmer on Toyota announcement

State Sen. Mark Messmer (R-Jasper) made the following statement regarding Toyota's $1.4 billion investment at its Princeton plant more »

Maxwell: Lawrenceburg native Mason Parris heading to Olympics

State Sen. Randy Maxwell (R- Guilford) made the following statement today regarding Lawrenceburg native Mason Parris heading to the Paris Olympics: more »

Statement from State Sen. Scott Baldwin in response to the passing of Hendricks County Sheriff Deputy Fred Fislar

STATEHOUSE (April 18, 2024) – "It is always disheartening to hear of the passing of a fellow officer in the line of duty. more »

Goode: Early Childhood Education Center renovation gets approval

The State Budget Committee approved nearly $9.8 million to renovate the Chestnut Building on the Indiana State University campus to house the Early Childhood Education Development Center, said State Sen. Greg Goode (R-Terre Haute). more »

Messmer Report: Enforcing Indiana's ban on sanctuary cities

When local governments disregard current state law by helping to hide illegal immigrants, they put our communities and public safety at risk. more »

Raatz: READI 2.0 recipients announced

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2024) – "Last week, the recipients of the Indiana Regional Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) 2.0 were announced, and I'm pleased that all of the counties I represent are receiving funding to improve the quality of life for their residents. more »

Statement from State Sen. John B. Crane in response to the passing of Hendricks County Sheriff’s Deputy Fred Fislar

STATEHOUSE (April 18, 2024) – "Any loss within our law enforcement and first responders is a community loss. This tragic loss of Deputy Fred Fislar is no exception. more »

Statement from State Sen. R. Michael Young in response to the passing of Hendricks County Sheriff’s Deputy Fred Fislar

STATEHOUSE (April 18, 2024) – "My heart became heavy when I heard of the tragic loss of Hendricks County Sherrif's Office Deputy Fred Fislar, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Every day, our brave officers put their lives on the line to protect and serve our communities, often for people they've never met. Their unwavering dedication to ensuring our safety is a testament to their selflessness and courage. more »

Statement from State Sen. Aaron Freeman in response to the passing of Hendricks County Sheriff’s Deputy Fred Fislar

STATEHOUSE (April 18, 2024) – "It is extremely heartbreaking to hear of the loss of Deputy Fislar. Men and women like Deputy Fislar put their lives on the line every day to serve and protect their community. more »