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GiaQuinta reacts to Chicago Bears announcement
House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne) released the following statement after the Chicago Bears Board of Directors voted to advance the team's stadium development project in Hammond.
Harris: ‘Today is a monumental day for Northwest Indiana’
Today, the Chicago Bears announced they will be moving the team to Hammond. This move was enabled, in part, thanks to State Rep. Earl Harris Jr.'s (D-East Chicago) House Enrolled Act 1292 in 2025, which established the Northwest Indiana Professional Sports Development Commission. Last session, the bipartisan Senate Enrolled Act 27 passed through both chambers, establishing the Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority to acquire funds for a new stadium for the Chicago Bears. Harris was a leading House sponsor of this legislation.
Pryor honored for legislative work supporting veterans, military families
Today, State Rep. Cherrish Pryor (D-Indianapolis), was honored as the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Indiana Legislator of the Year for her work on behalf of veterans and their families. The award was presented at the Joint Opening Session of the 100th Annual State Convention of the DAV in Indianapolis.
Media Advisory: Indiana Black Legislative Caucus to kick off interim town hall series in Indianapolis
On Saturday, May 30, members of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus will kick off their annual interim town hall tour with an event at the Julia M. Carson Government Center.
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.