During the 2024 session of the General Assembly, I sponsored a bill that directed the Indiana State Board of Education to create new diploma requirements, updating a system that was created before personal computers and cell phones were in common use. more »
With technology constantly changing, it is important to learn how AI can be used to benefit Hoosiers and how we can protect ourselves from those who wish to use the technology to harm us. more »
Senate Majority Floor Leader Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) is issuing the following statement today in response to several statements issued by State Rep. Ed DeLaney (D-Indianapolis) that grossly mischaracterize Sen. Garten's comments from today's budget committee meeting. Members of the media are encouraged to review archive footage of the meeting when it becomes available for the full context of Sen. Garten's comments. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 21, 2024) — A law authored by State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) that speeds up the replacement of lead water lines in Indiana and better protects Hoosiers' health was ceremonially signed by Gov. Holcomb this week. more »
It is extremely important for elected representatives to have a say when state agencies make decisions that could impose large costs on taxpayers. For that reason, I co-authored Senate Enrolled Act 4 to ensure the State Budget Committee reviews costly regulations before they take effect. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 19, 2024) — On Aug. 15, a law sponsored by State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) establishing safe baby courts for Children In Need of Services (CHINS) three years of age or younger was ceremonially signed by the governor. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 19, 2024) — A law sponsored by State Sen. Jeff Raatz (R-Richmond) establishing an Excellence in Civic Engagement designation for schools was ceremonially signed by the governor on Aug. 15. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 16, 2024) — Two bills authored by State Sen. Ed Charbonneau (R-Valparaiso) that work to improve child and health care throughout Indiana were ceremonially signed into law by the governor this week. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 16, 2024) — Multiple bills authored by State Sen. Linda Rogers (R-Granger) that address reading skills, youth employment and tobacco were ceremonially signed into law by the governor this week. more »
As the Crossroads of America, Indiana is well known for its transportation infrastructure that has helped our state maintain a strong economy. more »
