STATEHOUSE (Jan. 13, 2026) — A bill authored by State Sen. Stacey A. Donato (R-Logansport) that would allow for a jury duty exemption for breastfeeding women unanimously passed out of the Senate today. more »
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 12, 2026) — A bill authored by Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg) to support the relationship between the Indiana FFA and Indiana State Department of Agriculture passed out of the Senate Committee on Agriculture unanimously today. more »
Schmitt's election transparency bills pass committee more »
State Sen. Greg Goode (R-Terre Haute) was presented with the Indiana Association of Area Agencies on Aging's Legislator of the Year on Monday, Jan. 12. more »
State Sen. Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) today unveiled his top legislative priorities for the 2026 session, focusing on a bold agenda to protect Indiana’s fiscal integrity, strengthen national security at the state level, and shield Hoosier families from skyrocketing utility costs. more »
This year I authored two bills aimed at increasing transparency and maintaining integrity in our elections. more »
Senate Majority Leader Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) has filed Senate Bill 1, a comprehensive reform package designed to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse within Indiana's welfare systems. As the Senate Republicans’ top legislative priority for the 2026 session, the bill takes decisive action to secure the safety net for the truly needy while closing loopholes that have cost taxpayers millions. more »
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 7, 2026) – Indiana Senate Republicans will prioritize government reform, public safety and fiscal discipline during the 2026 legislative session, said Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville). more »
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 6, 2026) — Blind and disabled Hoosiers and seniors should apply for property tax credits by Jan. 15, 2026 to ensure they receive the benefits they are due, said State Sen. Ron Alting (R-Lafayette). more »
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 5, 2026) — Blind and disabled Hoosiers and seniors should apply for property tax credits by Jan. 15, 2026 to ensure they receive the benefits they are due, said State Sen. Jeff Raatz (R-Richmond). more »
