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Reducing Indiana’s smoking rate

Friday, July 26, 2019

According to America's Health Rankings, in 2018, more than 21% of Hoosiers said they smoked at least one cigarette a day, ranking Indiana as the 7th state in the nation for the highest percentage of adult smokers. more »

School safety grant applications open

Friday, July 19, 2019

In 2013, the Indiana General Assembly passed legislation that created the Indiana Secured School Safety Grant Program (SSSG), a matching grant program that helps improve safety in Hoosier schools. more »

Applications open for Community Crossings Grant Program

Friday, July 12, 2019

In 2016, the Indiana General Assembly passed legislation that created the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program (CCMG), which helps cities, counties and towns across our state improve their roads and bridges. more »

Fireworks safety reminders

Tuesday, July 2, 2019

While fireworks can brighten up any holiday celebration, they can also be dangerous if not handled properly. more »

New laws take effect July 1

Friday, June 28, 2019

During the 2019 legislative session, the Indiana General Assembly passed more than 290 bills to improve our state. Most of these bills went into effect when signed by Gov. Eric Holcomb or will go into effect Monday, July 1. more »