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Doriot Attends SEA 484 Bill Signing

State Sen. Blake Doriot (R-Goshen) attends Gov. Mike Braun's ceremonial bill signing of Senate Enrolled Act 484 at the RV Industry Power Breakfast in Elkhart on May 8. more »

Rogers' bill to increase teacher compensation signed into law

A bill authored by State Sen. Linda Rogers (R-Granger) that increases the minimum salary for teachers and helps hire educators in high-need areas was signed into law by the governor yesterday. more »

Raatz Roundup: Promoting a culture of life in Indiana

(May 7, 2025) In Indiana, more than 80,000 babies were born in 2024. In 2023, 15.5% of woman received inadequate prenatal care and 6.3% of babies were born in maternity care deserts, according to a recent study. That's why I've supported programs like the Indiana Pregnancy Promise Program and My Health Baby, which connects women to local services during pregnancy and for the first year after birth. That being said, pregnancy resource centers in our state are stepping up to fill in the gap in a major way. more »

Goode Presents Dick Becker with Distinguished Hoosier Award

Goode Presents Dick Becker with Distinguished Hoosier Award

Goode Presents Dick Becker with Distinguished Hoosier Award more »

Byrne: Governor Signs SEA 287 (2025)

STATEHOUSE (May 7, 2025) — "School board members are responsible for stewarding a significant amount of taxpayer dollars and setting important policies about the education of our children. I authored Senate Enrolled Act 287 because voters should know where candidates for office stand on the issues. more »

Release: Alting congratulates McCutcheon High School robotics team

State Sen. Ron Alting (R-Lafayette) congratulates McCutcheon High School's Maverick Robotics team on winning the annual FIRST Robotics World Championship last month in Houston, Texas. more »

Statehouse Spotlight with Sen. Schmitt: Work continues throughout the year

After nearly four months of working with constituents, colleagues and stakeholders, the Indiana General Assembly adjourned Sine Die on April 25, meaning the 2025 session has now formally ended. more »

Alting celebrates National Day of Prayer

Alting celebrates National Day of Prayer

State Sen. Ron Alting (R-Lafayette,) is celebrating the National Day of Prayer, a day designated by the United States Congress encouraging Americans to pray. more »

Leising meets with St. Louis Catholic School Students

State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg) meets with fifth grade students from St. Louis Catholic School as they tour the Statehouse on April 24. Leising discussed her role as a state legislator with the students and answered their questions. more »

Goode: Vigo County school funding legislation headed to governor's desk

Language authored by State Sen. Greg Goode (R-Terre Haute) that would create a local oversight board to ensure transparency and accountability in managing county resources for potential school improvements now heads to the governor's desk for final review. more »