Literacy is, without question, a crucial skill necessary to succeed in life. That’s why I’m so pleased to report that 92% of students in Senate District 48 are proficient in reading by third grade – outpacing the state average of 89%. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 27, 2026) — Indiana University-South Bend and the University of Notre Dame hosted the State Budget Committee for tours of regional economic development projects on Aug. 26 and for a business meeting on Aug. 27. State Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Mishawaka) is the chair of State Budget Committee and State Sen. David Niezgodski (D- South Bend) is a member of the committee. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 26, 2026) – The federal government has approved a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Indiana, which allows federal funds to be used to help communities recover from flooding that impacted Senate District 42, said State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg). Assistance must be requested within 30 days, by Sept. 23. more »
State Sen. Ron Alting (R-Lafayette) recently honored World War II veteran Harry Uerkwitz as he celebrated his 100th birthday. more »
The Indiana Senate Republican Caucus is offering paid spring-semester internships in its communications, information technology, legal, legislative, page and policy offices during the 2027 session of the Indiana General Assembly, said State Sen. Spencer Deery. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 24, 2026) — The Indiana Senate Republican Caucus is offering paid spring-semester internships in its communications, information technology, legal, legislative, page and policy offices during the 2027 session of the Indiana General Assembly, said State Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Mishawaka). more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 21, 2026) – Area legislators are recognizing the latest local recipients of the Hoosier Homestead Award, which recognizes farms owned and maintained by the same family for 100 years or more. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 21, 2026) – Important resources are available to residents of Franklin and Fayette counties impacted by recent flooding, said State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg). more »
At a time when many Hoosiers are struggling to afford necessities, it's our responsibility as your representatives in the state legislature to keep taxes low and spend each tax dollar the state receives as efficiently and prudently as possible. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 20, 2026) – Area legislators are recognizing the latest local recipients of the Hoosier Homestead Award, which recognizes farms owned and maintained by the same family for 100 years or more. more »
