News Releases

Sen. Bassler welcomes Sullivan Middle School student to Statehouse

State Sen. Eric Bassler (R-Washington) welcomed Sullivan Middle School student Olivia Eslinger to the Statehouse who served as a Senate page in March. more »

Sen. Schmitt welcomes local students to Statehouse

State Sen. Daryl Schmitt (R-Jasper) welcomed the following local students to the Statehouse who served as Senate pages in March. more »

Baldwin: Honors WWII Veteran Bronice Odell Bradley

Baldwin: Honors WWII Veteran Bronice Odell Bradley

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) — A resolution authored by State Sen. Scott Baldwin (R-Noblesville) to honor World War II Veteran Bronice Odell Bradley on celebrating his 100th birthday was presented to the Senate on Thursday. more »

Alting: Bill to increase transparency at IEDC heads to governor's desk

A bill co-authored by State Sen. Ron Alting (R-Lafayette) that would increase transparency at the Indiana Economic Development Commission unanimously passed the Senate Wednesday. more »

Dernulc: Bill establishing a pediatric cancer research and treatment grant program goes to governor

STATEHOUSE (April 17, 2025) — A bill sponsored by State Sen. Dan Dernulc (R-Highland) that would establish a pediatric cancer research and treatment grant program passed the House of Representatives unanimously today. more »

Statehouse Spotlight with Sen. Schmitt: Reforming property taxes in Indiana

While property tax rates are set and collected by local governments, members of the General Assembly have prioritized a bill to provide relief for Hoosier property owners. more »

Statement from State Sen. Ryan Mishler

State Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Mishawaka), chair of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, made the following statement today following the state's latest Medicaid and revenue forecasts: more »

Statement from State Sen. Tyler Johnson

STATEHOUSE (April 15, 2025) – "The 'Make Indiana Healthy Again' movement is a major step in the right direction to improve Hoosiers' overall health and wellness. more »

Bray, Holdman, Garten: SB 1 saves homeowners $1.3 billion, provides long-term tax reform and transparency

STATEHOUSE (April 15, 2025) – The Indiana Senate today passed Senate Republicans' top priority bill – Senate Bill 1 – to provide $1.3 billion in property tax relief for homeowners over the next three years. The bill's passage will result in two-thirds of Hoosier homeowners seeing lower tax bills in 2026 compared to their 2025 bill. more »

Senate Republicans' state budget centers on fiscal responsibility and strong government oversight

Senate Republicans today unveiled their 2026-2027 balanced budget proposal, which reflects their commitment to fiscal responsibility, contains strong government oversight and fully funds pensions and essential government services. more »