A bill authored by State Sen. Jon Ford (R-Terre Haute) that urges the Legislative Council to study the 1977 Police Officers’ and Firefighters’ Pension and Disability Fund was recently signed into law by Gov. Eric Holcomb. more »
This past session, I authored a Senate resolution to honor Congresswoman Virginia Jenckes. In honor of Women’s History Month, I wanted to share why Congresswoman Jenckes is an incredibly important woman to recognize. She is not only an important icon in Indiana history, but in Vigo County, as well. more »
Senate Republican leaders today announced they will donate pay they receive for the upcoming special session to a charity that benefits veterans and their families. more »
Indiana Senate President Pro Tem David Long (R-Fort Wayne) made the following statement today regarding Gov. Holcomb’s announcement of a special session: more »
During the 2018 session of the Indiana Senate, I have authored and sponsored bills aimed at protecting Hoosiers’ Second Amendment rights. I fully support the Second Amendment and believe Hoosiers have the right to carry a gun whether it’s for hunting or self-protection. more »
Indiana State Sen. Jim Merritt (R-Indianapolis) made the following statement today regarding Indiana Family and Social Services Administration Secretary Dr. Jennifer Walthall and Indiana Executive Director for Drug Prevention, Treatment and Enforcement Jim McClelland’s announcement of the partnership between OpenBeds software and Indiana 2-1-1. more »
STATEHOUSE (March 15, 2018) — Hoosier students, workers and employers will benefit from today’s passage of two companion bills addressing workforce development issues, said State Sen. Doug Eckerty (R-Yorktown). more »
STATEHOUSE (March 14, 2018) — Senate Enrolled Act 96, authored by State Sen. Mike Delph (R-Carmel), passed the Senate today by a final vote of 46-0. Having passed the full House of Representatives yesterday, it now heads to Gov. Eric Holcomb’s office for consideration. more »
A resolution calling for the alignment of federal regulations to improve care coordination for individuals struggling with addiction passed out of the Senate today, said State Sen. Jim Merritt (R-Indianapolis). more »
