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Miller amendment to change cannabis classification blocked by supermajority
Today, Jan. 27, an amendment to House Bill 1056 to strike language classifying cannabis as a Schedule 1 drug was voted down by House Republicans. The amendment, presented by State Rep. Kyle Miller (D-Fort Wayne), was blocked by the Republican supermajority.
Klinker co-authors House Bill 1201 to improve chronic absenteeism and behavioral concerns
Today, Jan. 22, State Rep. Sheila Klinker (D-Lafayette) signed on to House Bill (HB) 1201 as a co-author after it was heard in the House Education Committee. HB 1201 requires the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) to create a list of best practices for student discipline and to reduce chronic absenteeism.
Porter comments on Braun eliminating funding for Indiana’s only predominantly Black university
On Thursday, Jan. 16, Gov. Mike Braun presented his “Freedom and Opportunity” budget proposal to the State Budget Committee (SBC). The budget includes zero funding for Martin University, Indiana’s only predominantly Black institution of higher education, and the College Success Program. In the 2023 budget, Martin University and the CSP each received an allocation of $5 million.
Burton comments on House Bill 1007
Yesterday, Jan. 21, the House Committee on Utilities, Energy and Telecommunications heard House Bill (HB) 1007. HB 1007 gives a state tax credit for manufacturing small modular nuclear reactors in Indiana.
GiaQuinta comments on executive order to release terminated pregnancy reports
House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne) released the following statement in response to Gov. Mike Braun's executive order directing the Indiana Department of Health to release terminated pregnancy reports
Garcia Wilburn files 2025 bills focused on public safety, strong families and public health
State Rep. Victoria Garcia Wilburn (D-Fishers) has filed her legislation for Indiana’s 2025 legislative session. Garcia Wilburn's nine bills focus on keeping Hoosiers safe, supporting public safety officials, promoting public and mental health, championing families, and working with young advocates.
Shackleford comments on Braun’s DEI executive order
Yesterday, Jan. 21, the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus (IBLC) held a press conference to discuss Gov. Mike Braun’s executive order prohibiting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practices in state agencies.
Andrade outlines 2025 legislative agenda
With the official start of the 2025 legislative session, State Rep. Mike Andrade (D-Munster) has announced his legislative agenda, continuing to advance common-sense legislation that improves the lives of Hoosiers.
Porter comments on Braun defunding multiple essential commissions
On Thursday, Jan. 16, Gov. Mike Braun presented his “Freedom and Opportunity” budget proposal to the State Budget Committee (SBC). The budget includes eliminating funding for the Indiana Native American Indian Affairs Commission (INAIAC) and the Indiana Commission for Women (ICW). State funding for the Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC) would be cut by $600,000 over the biennium.
Pryor files 2025 legislation, continues commitment to Indiana homeowners
With the 2025 legislative session underway, State Rep. Cherrish Pryor (D-Indianapolis) has filed eight pieces of legislation that will improve the lives of residents across the state. Pryor’s legislative agenda includes bills targeted at housing and homeownership, safety and expanding health care access. Pryor’s legislative agenda directly addresses pressing issues deemed detrimental to state residents.
Smith comments on Braun’s elimination of DEI
Wednesday, 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