FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Abbey Webb, Press Secretary
Abbey.Webb@iga.in.gov
317-234-3560
STATEHOUSE (March 8, 2024) – "One of the biggest responsibilities we have in the General Assembly is ensuring the protection of our Hoosier children. That is a priority that I continued to strive for this legislative session.
"I am a proud co-author of Senate Enrolled Act 1, which ensures Hoosier students are learning to read at the appropriate level by the third grade. Last year, I sponsored a bill that implemented the Science of Reading. I am still committed to ensuring that every student gets an education that fosters a successful future.
"Additionally, students should be able to attend school and perform to their fullest potential without fear of discrimination and harassment. I am proud to sponsor House Enrolled Act 1002, which sends a clear message – antisemitism has no place in our schools and institutions of higher education.
"I also authored Senate Enrolled Act 149, which strengthens Indiana's existing tobacco laws to prevent businesses from selling harmful tobacco products to minors. The health of our children is important and should be protected.
"I am happy to see such a strong commitment to Hoosier kids this session. During the interim, I will continue to meet with my colleagues and discuss ideas on interim study committees."
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State Sen. Aaron Freeman (R-Indianapolis) represents Senate District 32,
which includes portions of Johnson and Marion counties.
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