News Releases

Charbonneau: Valparaiso University students speak on mental health services for first responders

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 23, 2023) — A group of undergraduate students from Valparaiso University presented their research on mental health services for first responders to the Interim Study Committee on Public Health, Behavioral Health and Human Services Wednesday, Oct. 18. more »

Zay: Funding available for substance abuse prevention services

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 20, 2023) — Indiana's Division of Mental Health and Addiction (DMHA) is now accepting applications for the Federal Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment (SAPT) Block Grant, said State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington). more »

Messmer Report: Studying Hoosiers' energy needs

One of the committees given a topic to study this year is the Interim Study Committee on Energy, Utilities, and Telecommunications, which must report on supply, demand and consumer price outlooks. more »

Garten receives Commitment to Excellence Award

The Indiana County Commissioners (ICC) Board presents State Sen. Chris Garten (R-Charlestown, second from left) the Commitment to Excellence Award at the Statehouse Thursday, Oct. 19, for performing at an exemplary level while making notable contributions to advance local government leadership. more »

Zay: Indiana Connectivity Program Expanding Broadband for Hoosiers

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 16, 2023) — The Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) recently announced that 140 homes and businesses will be receiving high speed internet access through the Indiana Connectivity Program, said State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington). more »

Messmer Report: Working to reduce taxes

In recent years, my Republican colleagues and I in the Indiana General Assembly have worked diligently to reduce taxes. more »

Messmer Report: Making Indiana roadways safer

Maintaining our communities' roads and bridges helps keep Hoosiers safe and Indiana's economy moving. more »

Zay: Huntington Commissioners Approve Funding for Markle Park Fundraiser

Huntington County Commissioners approved a $10,000 gift to Markle Fish and Game Club Park's Patronicity Fundraiser on Monday, Oct. 2, said State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington). more »

Messmer Report: Studying impacts on the economy

When the Indiana General Assembly is not in session, lawmakers participate in interim study committees to learn more about topics impacting Hoosiers and to prepare for the upcoming session. more »

Leising: Request rural broadband access

The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs is inviting residents to apply to receive broadband access through the Indiana Connectivity Program, said State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg). more »