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Garcia Wilburn study request on child advocacy approved for 2026 interim
Earlier this month, the Indiana General Assembly's Legislative Council assigned 2026 interim study committee topics. Interim study committees are an opportunity for legislators to research and discuss issues impacting Hoosiers ahead of the next legislative session.
In addition to statute-required topics, lawmakers can submit requests for study. Out of 52 lawmaker-submitted topics this year, State Rep. Victoria Garcia Wilburn (D-Fishers)'s request to study the role of Indiana's guardian ad litem (GAL) and court-appointed special advocate (CASA) programs in our court system was approved. The approved study will include an analysis of how GAL/CASA programs can become more equitably funded, implemented and managed.
DeLaney urges Morales to remove himself from Deery’s recount
Today, State Rep. Ed DeLaney (D-Indianapolis) urges Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales to remove himself from any recount involving State Sen. Spencer Deery (R-West Lafayette). As Indiana’s leading elections officer, Morales would chair the recount commission.
Indiana legislature to study high school NIL policy this summer
Today, State Rep. Alex Burton (D-Evansville) announced that a Summer Study Committee has been approved to examine the potential impacts of Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) policy at the high school level in Indiana.
Porter calls on the IDOC to explain lagging federal payments from ICE
Today, May 12, State Rep. Gregory W. Porter (D-Indianapolis) will request an explanation from the Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) about lagging payments from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during the State Budget Committee meeting. The state has spent $12.5 million since November but has only received $5.06 million in reimbursement.
Garcia Wilburn celebrates signing of child safety law, honors life of Kinsleigh Welty
Today, Gov. Mike Braun ceremonially signed House Bill 1036 into law, marking the culmination of a legislative effort led by State Rep. Victoria Garcia Wilburn (D-Fishers) to strengthen child safety oversight within Indiana's Department of Child Services (DCS). The new law requires DCS caseworkers to conduct an in-person visit with a child within 30 days before any case closure or discharge.
Porter: ‘Indiana is entering a K economy’
On Friday, the state released its monthly revenue report. April revenue was $263.6 million above the estimate, reaching $425.7 million above forecast for FY 2026.
GiaQuinta glad for gas tax suspension, calls for resolution of Iran conflict driving high prices
Last week, gas hit $4.99 per gallon across Indiana. Today, Gov. Mike Braun announced that Indiana's sales tax and excise tax on gasoline – totaling $0.59 per gallon – will be suspended for 30 days, following April's suspension of the sales tax alone.
House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne) released the following statement in response.
House Democrats mourn the loss of retired Rep. Chet Dobis
Chet Dobis, a longtime Democratic state representative from Merrillville, passed away May 2 at the age of 83. First elected in 1970, Dobis served as Speaker Pro Tempore for 18 years under three different House speakers. He served for 42 years, retiring in 2012.
Novak celebrates ceremonial signing of HEA 1048, boosting support for volunteer firefighters
Yesterday, April 29, State Rep. Randy Novak (D-Michigan City) joined Gov. Mike Braun, firefighters and key stakeholders for the ceremonial signing of House Enrolled Act 1048 — legislation long overdue in recognizing the dedicated men and women who volunteer each day to protect Indiana communities.
GiaQuinta issues statement on SCOTUS Voting Rights Act decision
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court voted 6-3 to require Louisiana to redraw its congressional maps to undo efforts to give Black voters equal representation following the 2020 census. The most recent map gave Louisiana, where Black residents represent roughly 33% of the state's population, two majority-Black districts. A Republican-backed lawsuit argued that the maps created districts based on race, which violates the 14th Amendment. The court ultimately agreed, furthering diluting Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Indiana House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne) issued the following statement on behalf of House Democrats.
IBLC decries Supreme Court decision gutting Voting Rights Act
Today, members of the U.S. Supreme Court voted 6-3 to require Louisiana to redraw its congressional maps to undo efforts to give Black voters equal representation following the 2020 census.
Porter comments on Attendant Care audit
Recently, the Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) announced an audit of the Attendant Care program, putting critical support for developmentally disabled children and adults at risk.