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Leising: Bill tracking cursive writing education in Indiana schools signed into law

A bill authored by State. Sen Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg) that will track how many Indiana students are being taught cursive writing was signed into law by the governor yesterday. more »

Messmer Report: Passing another balanced budget

The Indiana General Assembly recently passed the new two-year budget, which continues the state's track record of fiscally conservative management of Indiana's resources. more »

Statement from State Sen. Chris Garten

Senate Majority Floor Leader Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) made the following statement regarding the conclusion of the 2023 legislative session: more »

Garten: Bill mandating divestment from Chinese Communist Party interests signed into law

A bill authored by State Sen. Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) that protects Hoosier investments was signed into law by the governor. more »

Senate Republicans celebrate passage of 2023 agenda

Initiatives to promote fiscal responsibility, improve health care, support public safety and more pass General Assembly more »

Messmer Report: Looking back at this year's legislative session

The 2023 legislative session came to a close this week, and I am happy to see a number of important initiatives pass the General Assembly. more »

Statement from State Sen. Jean Leising

State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg) made the following statement regarding the conclusion of the 2023 legislative session: more »

Statement from State Sen. Spencer Deery on the end of the 2023 legislative session

State Sen. Spencer Deery (R-West Lafayette) made the following statement following the conclusion of the 2023 legislative session: more »

Statement from State Sen. Jon Ford on the end of the 2023 legislative session

State Sen. Jon Ford (R-Terre Haute) made the following statement following the conclusion of the 2023 legislative session: more »

Statement from State Sen. Eric Bassler on the end of the 2023 legislative session

State Sen. Eric Bassler (R-Washington) made the following statement following the conclusion of the 2023 legislative session: more »