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Goode: Bill to increase transparency and modernize higher education system unanimously passes committee

A bill authored by State Sen. Greg Goode (R-Terre Haute) that would modernize Indiana's system of public higher education and ensure colleges and universities are preparing students to be successful unanimously passed the Senate Committee on Education and Career Development today. more »

Byrne's public safety bill passes Senate unanimously

A bill authored by State Sen. Gary Byrne (R-Byrneville) to promote public safety by supporting staff retention at local law enforcement agencies recently passed the Indiana Senate unanimously and now moves to the House of Representatives for further consideration. more »

Statement from State Sen. Spencer Deery regarding Senate Bill 4

State Sen. Spencer Deery (R-West Lafayette) made the following statement today in regard to his committee vote in favor of Senate Bill 4, basin-to-basin water transfers more »

Dernulc: Bill to amend the requirements for PTABOA members passes Senate

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 4, 2025) — A bill authored by State Sen. Dan Dernulc (R-Highland) that would amend the requirements for Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals (PTABOA) members passed the Senate unanimously today. more »

Goode: Resolution honoring Vigo County Public Library employees passes Senate

Goode: Resolution honoring Vigo County Public Library employees passes Senate

A resolution authored by State Sen. Greg Goode (R-Terre Haute) honoring two Vigo County Public Library employees unanimously passed the Senate today. more »

Dernulc: Bill to improve the sale of utility trailers passes Senate

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 3, 2025) — A bill authored by State Sen. Dan Dernulc (R-Highland) that would improve the sale of utility trailers passed the Senate unanimously today. more »

Zay: Casino relocation bill heard in committee

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 3, 2025) — A bill authored by State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington) that would allow the license for Indiana's lowest-performing casino to be moved to New Haven was heard in the Senate Committee on Public Policy last week. more »

Statehouse Spotlight with Sen. Schmitt: Gov. Braun Delivers his first State of the State address

On Wednesday night, Gov. Mike Braun delivered his first State of the State address in front of a joint session of the Indiana General Assembly. more »

Statement from State Sen. Scott Baldwin 1.31.2025

State Sen. Scott Baldwin (R-Noblesville) made the following statement today in response to the collision on Wednesday over the Potomac River: more »

Leising meets with leadership of St. Elizabeth Healthcare

State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg) meets with the leadership team of St. Elizabeth Healthcare Jan. 30. They discussed the importance of supporting local hospitals to promote the health of rural Indiana. Pictured from left to right are Roseanne Nields, Vice President of Planning and Government Relations; Garren Colvin, President and CEO; Sen. Jean Leising; and Scott Sedmak, Director of Community Relations. more »