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Dant Chesser files 2025 bills focused on government ethics and affordability
With 2025 being her first legislative session, State Rep. Wendy Dant Chesser (D-Jeffersonville) has hit the ground running. Dant Chesser has filed eight pieces of legislation, three of which focus on increasing fiscal responsibility in local offices.
GiaQuinta responds to Gov. Braun’s DEI executive order
Yesterday, Gov. Mike Braun issued an executive order eliminating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) practices in state agencies, replacing them with "Merit, Excellence and Innovation." The order also closed the Chief Equity, Inclusion and Opportunity Office created by former Gov. Eric Holcomb in 2020.
Errington files 2025 bills focused on AI, wage transparency and environmental issues
Last week, the Indiana General Assembly (IGA) officially started the 2025 legislative session. State Rep. Sue Errington (D-Muncie) has filed bills aimed at addressing key issues in education, wage transparency and environmental sustainability.
IBLC comments on Gov. Braun’s DEI executive order
Today, Jan. 15, Gov. Mike Braun issued an executive order replacing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) practices in state government with "MEI": Merit, Excellence and Innovation. Braun's executive order requires state agencies to examine policies and procedures to ensure compliance, as well as closes the Chief Equity, Inclusion and Opportunity Office created by former Gov. Eric Holcomb in 2020.
Klinker files 2025 legislation, continues commitment to public education and working Hoosiers
As a seasoned lawmaker, State Rep. Sheila Klinker kicked off the 2025 legislative session by filing five pieces of legislation.
Campbell files 2025 bills focused on mental and public health
With 2025 being her fifth legislative session, State Rep. Chris Campbell (D-West Lafayette) has hit the ground running. Campbell has filed nine pieces of legislation, five of which focus on mental and public health.
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.