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Raatz: Bill to fully fund virtual students in public schools receives hearing

STATEHOUSE (Jan. 6, 2021) — A bill authored by State Sen. Jeff Raatz (R-Richmond) that would fully fund students attending public schools virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic for the 2020-2021 academic year received a hearing in the Senate Committee on Education and Career Development today. more »

Senate Republicans announce 2021 legislative agenda

Indiana Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) today announced the Senate Republican Caucus's legislative agenda for the 2021 session. more »

Messmer authors COVID-19 liability protection legislation for Hoosier businesses

Last week, State Sen. Mark Messmer (R-Jasper) filed Senate Bill 1, which would provide liability protections to Indiana businesses and individuals if they become involved in a COVID-19 lawsuit. more »

Donato: Ameri-Can Engineering and Culver Tool receive manufacturing readiness grants

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 28, 2020) — Two businesses in Senate District 18 have been awarded funds through the Manufacturing Readiness Grant program, said State Sen. Stacey Donato (R-Logansport). more »

Garten appointed to key Senate committees

State Sen. Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) has been appointed by Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) to serve in numerous key leadership roles during the 122nd Indiana General Assembly. more »

Zay files bill to free up funds for teacher pay

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 17, 2020) — State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington) recently filed Senate Bill 51, which would allow Indiana schools to claim federal Medicaid reimbursements for providing Individualized Education Program (IEP) services and special education services. more »

Statement from Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray

State Sen. Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) made the following statement regarding December revenue forecast more »

Statement from Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray

State Sen. Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) made the following statement today regarding the governor's 2021 agenda more »

Buchanan receives Senate committee assignments 12/16/20

State Sen. Brian Buchanan (R-Lebanon) has been appointed by Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) to serve on four committees during the 122nd Indiana General Assembly. more »

Statement from State Sen. Ryan Mishler on the revenue forecast

State Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Bremen), chair of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, made the following statement regarding the revenue forecast announced today: more »