Alting to present Sagamore of the Wabash to World War II veterans more »
After a 2023 U.S. Supreme Court ruling struck down a federal government policy that had expanded the federal government's jurisdiction over wetlands, many more properties instead became subject to state regulation. more »
As schools across the state are coming back in session, it is important to make sure students are equipped to use their time in class as wisely as possible. Cellular devices can be distracting for anyone, especially students learning fundamental skills. That is why I authored Senate Enrolled Act 185 this year, which requires each Indiana school to implement a cellular device policy that limits their use during instructional time with some exceptions. more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 7, 2024) — A database website to help provide transparency for health care costs and price comparison for various health care services officially launched Monday, Aug. 5, said State Sen. Ed Charbonneau (R-Valparaiso). more »
STATEHOUSE (Aug. 2, 2024) — InvestED will host an event at South Ripley High School at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 5, to discuss saving for a college education, said State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg). more »
Most Hoosiers get their health insurance through employer-sponsored plans. more »
STATEHOUSE (July 31, 2024) — Last week, Politico published an article highlighting a 2023 lawauthored by State Sen. Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) that requires the divestment of Hoosier pension funds from entities controlled by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and prevents any future investment in those entities. more »
Education is one of our most vital resources, and our universities need to be protected from foreign adversaries. Unfortunately, it is becoming increasingly common for our foreign adversaries to try to take advantage of their financial relationships with our educational institutions hoping to influence what they are teaching the next generation. To address that, I sponsored House Enrolled Act 1179 to require state institutions of higher education to disclose gifts from and contracts with foreign entities, since transparency is the first step to ensuring our educational institutions continue to serve the people of Indiana. more »
STATEHOUSE (July 30, 2024) – State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) was reappointed to the Indiana Geological and Water Survey Advisory Council (GWSAC) by Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville). more »
Goode presents flag to Alpha Omega Chapter of Delta Theta Tau more »
