STATEHOUSE (Jan. 8, 2024) – “Senate Republicans share several of the governor’s priorities like expanding access to child care and supporting our students – especially as it pertains to ensuring our third graders have the foundational reading skills they need to be successful as they progress in school. We look forward to another productive legislative session working on behalf of Hoosiers alongside the governor and our colleagues in the House, and we are excited to share the details of our Senate Republican legislative agenda later this week.” more »
CARRASCO FILES BILL FOR THE 2024 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: State Sen. Cyndi Carrasco (R-Indianapolis) files a bill to be considered during the 2024 legislative session at the Statehouse Wednesday, Jan. 3. The bill will help facilitate speedy access to resources in response to emergencies and disasters. more »
STATEHOUSE (Jan. 5, 2024) — Indiana has made significant progress in the fight against opioid abuse and misuse, most recently reporting a 5% decline in opioid overdose deaths in 2022 and a 29% decrease in opioid prescriptions dispensed by pharmacies over the last six years, said State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington). more »
This year, Senate Republicans will focus on literacy and workforce development so more Hoosiers have a chance to succeed. more »
State Sen. Ron Alting (R-Lafayette) files bills to be considered during the 2024 legislative session at the Statehouse Tuesday, Jan. 2. The Indiana General Assembly will reconvene for a short session on Jan. 8. more »
With the start of the 2024 legislative session quickly approaching, legislators are working to file bills to update Indiana's laws. more »
Agriculture continues to be a necessary source for our state's and communities' development, contributing an estimated $35.1 billion to Indiana's economy each year. more »
STATEHOUSE (Dec. 22, 2023) – The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs announced two communities in Senate District 17 will collectively receive $80,000 in Planning Grants through the Community Development Block Grant Program, said State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington). more »
Understanding what crimes are being committed in Indiana and how best to tackle them will help ensure legislators are doing what's best to keep Hoosiers safe. more »
