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Errington’s HB 1297 passes unanimously out of the House, moves to the Senate
Today, Feb. 17, State Rep. Sue Errington’s (D-Muncie) House Bill 1297 passed unanimously out of the House. The bill creates a voluntary Yellow Dot Motor Vehicle Medical Information Program, designed to provide first responders with vital medical information during automobile accidents.
Johnson announces 2025 Mary Moriarty Adams Memorial Scholarship applications now open
State Rep. Blake Johnson (D-Indianapolis) is inviting graduating seniors to apply for the 2025 Mary Moriarty Adams Memorial Scholarship.
Porter unimpressed with House Republican budget, thankful for the reinstatement of critical commissions
Today, Feb. 17, the House Ways and Means Committee amended and passed House Bill 1001 along partisan lines 14-7. The main topic of discussion was Chairman Jeff Thompson’s (R-Lizton) amendment to the proposed budget.
Shackleford’s unoffered amendment to HB1604
Yesterday, Feb. 13, State Rep. Robin Shackleford (D-Indianapolis) was set to introduce her amendment to House Bill 1604 on the House floor, expecting a lack of Republican support. However, following a productive meeting with the Chairman of the Insurance Committee, Shackleford agreed to work collaboratively on the amendment's language and bring it to the committee for further discussion before it reaches the floor for a vote.
Garcia Wilburn bill to grow family recovery courts halted in Ways and Means, leaves recovery courts in limbo
A bill authored by State Rep. Victoria Garcia Wilburn (D-Fishers) to establish a fund for family recovery courts and grow their presence around the state passed its first hurdle earlier this week but as the House faces key deadlines, its future is uncertain.
Pryor’s efforts to lower utility costs struck down by supermajority
Today, Feb. 13, State Rep. Cherrish Pryor (D-Indianapolis) offered two amendments to House Bill 1459 that aimed to cut costs for ratepayers.
Burton’s utility accountability amendment added to HB1459
Today, Feb. 13, State Rep. Alex Burton’s (D-Evansville) amendment to House Bill 1459 passed unanimously in the House. The bill outlines new rules for water and wastewater utilities in Indiana that aren’t currently regulated by the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC).
Boy’s amended opioid overdose reversal bill passes out of House Education Committee
Today, Feb. 12, State Rep. Pat Boy’s (D-Michigan City) House Bill 1376 passed unanimously out of the House Education Committee. The original version of the bill, which aimed to supply opioid overdose reversal medication in schools across the state, has been significantly altered. The amended bill now only includes a redefinition of “naloxone” in the Indiana Code, defining it as “a federal Food and Drug Administration-approved opioid overdose reversal medication, including nasal spray.
Smith bill to increase reporting for incidents of bullying passes in Education Committee
Today, Feb. 12, House Bill 1539, authored by State Rep. Vernon G. Smith (D-Gary), passed the House Education Committee. The bill expands the definition of bullying to include severe, one-time acts, not just repeated offenses. It also requires school corporations to report incidents of bullying no later than one business day to the parents of the alleged perpetrator and targeted student. HB 1539 also updates the legal language for students who transfer schools.
Summers’ trauma-informed care bill passes out of committee
Today, Feb. 12, House Bill 1241, authored by State Rep. Vanessa Summers (D-Indianapolis), passed unanimously out of the House Committee on Family, Children and Human Affairs.
Jackson’s amendment to expand voting rights for Indiana seniors blocked by House Republicans
Today, Feb. 11, Rep. Carolyn Jackson (D- Hammond) introduced two critical amendments aimed at breaking down barriers and improving access for voters. These amendments focus on two key areas: permanent absentee voter status for elderly and disabled voters and preserving school district's ability to hold referenda on local funding with restrictions from the state.
Pryor amendment to expand voting rights struck down by House Republicans
Today, Feb. 11, State Rep. Cherrish Pryor (D-Indianapolis) offered an amendment to allow no excuse absentee vote by mail. This amendment would bring Indiana in line with 28 other states and make voting more accessible for Hoosiers who may not be able to make it to the polls. The amendment was struck down on procedural grounds.