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Gov. Braun signs Garten's Medicaid reform bill

Gov. Braun signs Garten's Medicaid reform bill

A bill authored by State Sen. Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) to reform the state's Medicaid program was ceremonially signed into law today by Gov. Mike Braun. more »

Koch & Hall: Funds to repair Horsemen's Camp approved by Budget Committee

The State Budget Committee today approved funding that will allow for repairs to be made to Horsemen's Camp in Brown County State Park said State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) and State Rep. Dave Hall (R-Norman). more »

Raatz Roundup: Indiana education continues to shine

A good education is foundational for Hoosiers' success, and it has always been important to Indiana. Education gets the highest share of our state's General Fund dollars at 47%, and we are also constantly looking for ways to address the ever-changing world of education. Our hard work is paying off. more »

Statehouse Spotlight with Sen. Schmitt: Nominate a Hoosier agriculture leader

The AgriVision Award was established in 2007 as a way to recognize Hoosier farmers and those who work in agriculture for their significant contributions to the industry. more »

Raatz Roundup: A New School Grading System for Indiana

Several weeks ago, I talked about the importance of having a transparent school grading system in Indiana that reflects both on standardized tests and the number of students who graduated with diploma seals. more »

Walker's bill to allow charities to use electronic pull tabs signed into law

State Sen. Kyle Walker (R- Lawrence) joins Gov. Mike Braun and fellow legislators at the Statehouse for the ceremonial bill signing of Senate Enrolled Act 209 Thursday, June 5. more »

Statehouse Spotlight with Sen. Schmitt: Increasing broadband access in rural Indiana

In recent years, the state of Indiana has been working to bring access to reliable, high-speed internet to all Hoosiers – especially those in rural communities that lack the infrastructure needed for broadband. more »

Buchanan: Governor ceremonially signs IEDC transparency bill

Buchanan: Governor ceremonially signs IEDC transparency bill

A bill authored by State Sen. Brian Buchanan (R-Lebanon) that increases transparency at the Indiana Economic Development Corporation was ceremonially signed into law today by Gov. Mike Braun. more »

Raatz Roundup: Making it easier to compare school performance

(May 30, 2025) In Indiana, we recognize and respect the important role parents play in choosing the best education for their children. However, it is hard to expect parents to do so easily without an objective, transparent way to compare the academic outcomes of various schools. more »

Statehouse Spotlight with Sen. Schmitt: Increasing tuition support for K-12 education

At nearly 50% of the overall budget, funding for K-12 education is our state's most important expenditure in the state's next budget. more »