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Porter comments on Comptroller’s mistake affecting $20 million in funding for Gary, East Chicago, Michigan City and Hammond
Today, Jan. 15, the Indiana State Comptroller, previously called the State Auditor, testified in front of the House Ways and Means Committee. During the testimony, it was revealed that the office failed to properly distribute deficiency payments to certain communities. The City of Gary will be required to pay $20 million to East Chicago, Michigan City and potentially Hammond due to this mistake.
Harris, IBLC unveil 2025 legislative agenda: ‘Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds’
State Rep. Earl Harris Jr. (D-East Chicago), chair of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus (IBLC), announced that mental and physical health will be the focus of the caucus' 2025 legislative agenda.
Smith gives annual MLK address to the House: “The greatest among us should seek to serve’
Today, Jan. 13, State Rep. Vernon G. Smith (D-Gary) gave his annual address to the Indiana House of Representatives in honor of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. With his day of remembrance approaching, Smith reminds his fellow Hoosiers of the lasting legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. who perfectly embodied Matthew 23:11, “But he that is the greatest among you shall be your servant.”
Bauer files 2025 bills focused on public safety; infant and maternal health
With the official start of the 2025 legislative session, State Rep. Maureen Bauer (D-South Bend) has filed bills focused on two key areas: public safety and infant and maternal health.
Burton files HB 1349 in effort to create greater housing stability for Hoosiers
This week kicked off the official start of the 2025 legislative session. State Rep. Alex Burton (D-Evansville) has filed House Bill 1349, which would require the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) to provide detailed information on its housing stability programs within its annual report.
Garcia Wilburn honored for work to improve law enforcement mental health, longevity
Police1, an online news site dedicated to law enforcement trainings, resources and tools to enhance officer safety and effectiveness, has honored State Rep. Victoria Garcia Wilburn (D-Fishers) in its inaugural "Got Your Six" Awards program. The award recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond to support law enforcement.
GiaQuinta unveils Working Hoosiers Agenda
Today, Jan. 8, House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne) introduced the House Democratic Caucus' 2025 Working Hoosiers Agenda. Throughout session, which began today and runs through April, the Indiana House Democratic Caucus will work to lower the cost of living by cutting health care costs, providing property tax relief and cracking down on the junk fees and scams currently plaguing Hoosiers.
Campbell and Klinker discuss water rights, IEDC with members of the community to start the 2025 session
Today, Jan. 8, State Rep. Chris Campbell (D-West Lafayette) and State Rep. Sheila Klinker (D-Lafayette) met with residents of Tippecanoe County to discuss the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) and its LEAP Project. Both legislators intend to push for water protections, the creation of a statewide water plan and increased IEDC oversight in the 2025 session.
Porter comments on Republican initiatives to make vouchers universal
Last month, Gov.-elect Mike Braun released his 2025 policy agenda, including extending universal school choice to all families. Leadership for House Republicans has indicated their support for Braun’s agenda. Universal expansion would eliminate the income threshold for Indiana’s Choice Scholarship Program, allowing the use of taxpayer dollars for private school tuition.
Porter comments on House Bill 1136, which would transform certain public schools into charters
Last week, Indiana House Republicans filed House Bill 1136 to reorganize Indiana’s school corporations. The bill provides that if 50% or more students live outside a school district, then that district must be transformed into a charter school.
Op-ed: Hoosiers need Medicaid and that won’t change with a new administration
As Trump takes his second oath of office, we get closer to the possibility of Robert F. Kennedy and Dr. Mehmet Oz as our nation’s top public health officials. They’ll become the point people in charge of state Medicaid funding and policies. Like Indiana, the federal government will have some difficult budget decisions to make thanks to stagnating revenue
Klinker thanks community for condolences, support after husband’s passing
In the weeks since her husband, Victor L. Klinker, passed on Dec. 6, State Rep. Sheila Klinker (D-Lafayette) has received an outpouring of condolences, support and love from across the state. Many individuals and organizations have sent cards and flowers to her Statehouse office and home.