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Charbonneau: Bill to address child care access and affordability moves to governor

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2024) — A Senate Republican priority bill authored by State Sen. Ed Charbonneau (R-Valparaiso) that would make child care more accessible and affordable for Hoosier families will now move to the governor's desk for final consideration. more »

Zay reflects on IDOH's fourth-quarter abortion report

STATEHOUSE (March 6, 2024) —Indiana's recently released Terminated Pregnancy Report for the fourth quarter (Oct. 1 – Dec. 31) of 2023 showed the major advancements Indiana has made to protect life at all stages, said State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington). more »

Carrasco: Bill to expand natural disaster financial assistance moves to governor's desk

STATEHOUSE (March. 5, 2024) — A bill authored by State Sen. Cyndi Carrasco (R-Indianapolis) that would increase the maximum amount of financial support eligible entities and property owners can receive from the State Disaster Relief Fund unanimously passed the Indiana House of Representatives. more »

Sens. Buchanan, Deery honor Montgomery County United Marching Band and Guard

A resolution authored by State Sens. Brian Buchanan (R-Lebanon) and Spencer Deery (R-West Lafayette) that congratulates the Montgomery County United Marching Band and Guard passed the Senate Tuesday, March 5. more »

Messmer: Resolution honoring Pike Central teacher passes Senate

A resolution authored by State Sen. Mark Messmer (R-Jasper) that recognizes the Indiana Small and Rural Schools Association's Rural Teacher of the Year passed the Senate Tuesday, March 5. more »

Goode: Bill to help keep Indiana soil and water clean passes Senate

Goode: Bill to help keep Indiana soil and water clean passes Senate

A bill sponsored by State Sen. Greg Goode (R-Terre Haute) that aims to help keep Indiana soil and water clean unanimously passed the Senate Tuesday, March 5. more »

State Sen. Aaron Freeman (R-Indianapolis) made the following statement today regarding House Bill 1002

STATEHOUSE (March 5, 2024) – "The events that occurred on Oct. 7 were abhorrent. I condemn the heinous activities that have occurred and continue to occur. House Bill 1002 sends a clear message - antisemitism has no place in Indiana. more »

Statement from State Sen. Tyler Johnson following the passage of SCR 17

State Senator Dr. Tyler Johnson (R-Leo) made the following statement after the Senate passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 17, which condemns physician-assisted suicide: more »

Bohacek: Bill to protect children online moves to governor

STATEHOUSE (March 4, 2024) – A bill authored by State Sen. Mike Bohacek (R-Michiana Shores) that would protect children online was approved by the Senate today and will now move to the governor's desk for his consideration. more »

WALKER WELCOMES LAWRENCE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM TO THE STATEHOUSE

WALKER WELCOMES LAWRENCE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM TO THE STATEHOUSE: State Sen. Kyle Walker (R-Lawrence) presents Senate Concurrent Resolution 25 Monday, March 4 to recognize the Lawrence Central High School girls basketball team for their Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) 4A state championship win. Lawrence Central High School won the 4A state title with a score of 55-28. The Bears held their competitors to the fewest points ever by a team in an IHSAA 4A state championship game. more »