News Releases

Zay responds to gaming study highlighting Northeast Indiana

Northeast Indiana was recently identified as one of the top regions in the state for a potential casino relocation according to a new study released by the Indiana Gaming Commission, said State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington). more »

Raatz Roundup: Keeping Dangerous Criminals off the Streets

Ensuring public safety is one of the most fundamental duties of our government. At the Statehouse, my focus is on supporting legislation to keep Hoosiers safe, especially from violent crime and deadly drugs. more »

Statement from State Sen. Mike Gaskill regarding Gov. Braun's call for a special session

State Sen. Mike Gaskill (R-Pendleton) made the following statement regarding Gov. Braun's call for a special session: more »

Statement from State Sen. Daryl Schmitt regarding redistricting

State Sen. Daryl Schmitt (R-Jasper) made the following statement regarding a potential special session to redraw Indiana's congressional map more »

Statement from State Sen. Scott Alexander regarding redistricting

State Sen. Scott Alexander (R-Muncie) made the following statement regarding redistricting more »

Statement from State Sen. Randy Maxwell on Redistricting

After careful consideration and hearing from constituents, I believe the time is right redraw Indiana’s congressional districts. more »

Statehouse Spotlight with Sen. Schmitt: Protecting Hoosier Farmers

As a fifth generation Hoosier farmer, I know firsthand the hard work it takes to maintain family farms. That's why this year I was glad to support a new law aimed at protecting farmers across Indiana from financial uncertainty. more »

Raatz Roundup: Feedback Needed for Indiana's School Grading System

Back in June, the Indiana State Board of Education unveiled their first draft of a new system to grade Indiana schools. This decision to revamp our grading system came in part because of a law I sponsored this session that directs the Indiana State Board of Education to update the school grading system to better represent students' individual needs. more »

Tomes Speaks at Trinity Evangelical Church

State Sen. Jim Tomes meets with Pastor Jim Allen at Trinity Evangelical Church in Mt. Vernon. more »