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Improving Safety at Exotic Animal Facilities

Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Coming into close contact with wild animals, even in what appears to be a controlled situation, can be dangerous. Many people visit animal facilities to get a one-of-a-kind and up-close experience with a tiger or lion cub. However, this can pose a threat to the animals and humans involved. House Enrolled Act 1248 prohibits owners of certain animals – specifically exotic big cats and bears – from allowing the public to come into direct contact or proximity to them. more »

Supporting Local Producers

Friday, May 27, 2022

Homegrown food products continue to increase in popularity, and Hoosier vendors often provide an abundance for consumers. Previously, Indiana producers were only able to sell their products at farmers' markets or roadside stands. House Enrolled Act 1149 broadens the number of places home-based vendors can sell their products more »

Expanding Telehealth

Friday, May 20, 2022

Telehealth has become a popular, more accessible method of health care delivery for Hoosiers, especially since the pandemic. Recently, advancements in new technology revealed a higher need for telehealth services; however, eligible providers are limited. Senate Enrolled Act 284 consolidates Medicaid telehealth language and extends the types of practitioners who can practice telehealth more »

Protecting Hoosier Kids - Judah's Law

Tuesday, May 17, 2022

No child should be put in an abusive or potentially life-threatening situation. Senate Enrolled Act 410 creates a pathway for an unlicensed caregiver to intervene on a child's behalf in a juvenile court proceeding to terminate a parent-child relationship if that relative believes a certain outcome will pose a threat to a child's safety. more »

Attracting Sports and Tourism to Indiana

Tuesday, May 10, 2022

While Indiana was already known for hosting the largest single-day sporting event - the Indianapolis 500 - as well as our love of basketball, our state has emerged as a hub for major sporting and tourism events. Senate Enrolled Act 245 establishes the statewide sports and tourism bid fund in order to help Indiana communities access additional resources they may need to hold major events. more »