More than 228,000 high school students were enrolled in Indiana Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses last year, and over 6% of students enrolled in higher education were going to a trade school. We have listened to many employers over the last year and believe that coordinated efforts to align our system with work based learning opportunities led by employers is critical to workforce pipeline readiness. That’s why I have supported several bills over the past few years to create more flexible work-based learning opportunities. more »
Emergency declarations can be an important tool to ensure resources get to communities in need in a timely manner. more »
STATEHOUSE (May 30, 2024) — State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg) is reminding constituents any property tax assessment appeals must be filed with their county by June 17. more »
In 2023, 1 in 5 students were missing foundational reading skills according to Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) data. Tackling this problem was the Indiana Senate's top legislative priority for 2024, reflected in the passage of Senate Enrolled Act 1 – a comprehensive bill to better identify students struggling to read, give them extra remediation, and support our educators in teaching literacy. more »
When Hoosiers cast their ballots, they have a right to know that the election is secure and others who are voting are legally registered. more »
As the economy changes, it's important for high schools to adapt so graduating seniors are prepared for the future. more »
STATEHOUSE (May 9, 2024) — More residents in Senate District 42 are gaining access to high-speed internet thanks to laws supported by State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg). more »
STATEHOUSE (May 9, 2024) — More Hoosiers in Senate District 47 are gaining access to high-speed internet thanks to laws supported by State Sen. Gary Byrne (R-Byrneville) and Indiana Senate Republicans. more »
As the school year wraps up, the importance of our educators cannot be understated. In addition to the curriculum they teach, they are role models for our children and have a major impact on their lives. Above and beyond words, however, my colleagues and I hope the legislation we passed this session will show the value we place on teachers throughout the state. more »
STATEHOUSE (May 10, 2024) – "Students should and do have the right to speak about issues they care about. However, universities must maintain a safe environment during protests while making sure all laws are followed. more »
