It is imperative that Hoosiers have access to the best quality health insurance available. When they are making decisions about their medical needs, one of the most important influences should be a licensed medical practitioner – not an employee working for an insurance company. more »
A law authored by State Sen. Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) during the 2024 legislative session is starting to positively impact the state by reverting more than $40 million of previously unused money back to Indiana's General Fund. more »
Senate Enrolled Act 146 raises the salary for a first-year teacher in Indiana from $40,000 to $45,000 per year. more »
State Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Mishawaka) made the following statement today following the 2025 fiscal closeout: more »
State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington) is addressing misconceptions about a new school absenteeism law that recently went into effect. more »
Recently, constituents have reached out to members of our caucus after hearing a new law I supported, Senate Enrolled Act 482, will affect a parent's ability to get their child an excused absence from school. I want to assure everyone this is incorrect. more »
A Senate Republican agenda bill authored by State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) to protect Indiana's water resources was ceremonially signed into law today by Gov. Mike Braun. more »
STATEHOUSE (July 11, 2025) — A bill authored by State Sen. Rick Niemeyer (R-Lowell) that ensures Indiana's air quality is meeting certain guidelines established by the federal Clean Air Act was ceremonially signed into law by Gov. Mike Braun at the Lake County Government Center today. more »
As home to properties like Lincoln State Park, Ferdinand State Forest, Pike State Forest, a portion of Patoka Lake and large sections of Hoosier National Forest, Senate District 48 welcomes countless visitors every year who want to visit our beautiful area of the state. more »
State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) will serve as chair of the Interim Study Committee on Energy, Utilities and Telecommunication in preparation for the 2026 Legislative Session. more »
