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2025 Legislative Session

The 2025 session of the Indiana General Assembly begins Jan. 8 and must conclude by April 29.

The 100 representatives and 50 senators look to tackle a multitude of issues for 2025, with education being a top priority. Indiana ranked seventh in the U.S for Pre-K through 12 grade. However, lawmakers look to increase pay to help fill teacher shortages, fund summer schools and improve services for students with disabilities. 

Lawmakers also will have to pass a new budget to run the state for the next two years. That will include discussions on Indiana’s Medicaid program, which is second only to education in percentage of the state’s budget. 

The two-year budget passed in 2023 was for $44.5 billion.

Like it has for the past decade, the GOP will have a super-majority in both chambers of the statehouse. But, for the first time in eight years, they’ll be sending legislation to a new governor’s desk. Republican Mike Braun will be sworn in on Jan. 13 to succeed Eric Holcomb.

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Dec 20, 2024

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Jan 7, 2025

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Indiana's 2025 budget-writing session begins Jan. 8. Here's how the process works

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Apr 4, 2025

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Weekly Statehouse update: Partisan school boards, obscene performances, trans college sports ban

Here's what happened this week at the Statehouse. The 2025 session of the Indiana General Assembly must finish no later than April 29.

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Mar 28, 2025

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Weekly Statehouse update: Students' voter IDs, foster families' child care, farmers' online portal

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Mar 21, 2025

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Weekly Statehouse update: Nonprofit hospitals, obscene performances, Lifeline Law expansion

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Mar 14, 2025

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Weekly Statehouse update: Prosecutor salaries, property tax overhaul, minimum teacher salaries

The 2025 session of the Indiana General Assembly must finish by April 29.

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Mar 7, 2025

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Weekly Statehouse update: Property tax debate, improving energy transmission, farmer online portal

The 2025 session of the Indiana General Assembly must finish no later than April 29.

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Feb 21, 2025

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The 2025 session of the Indiana General Assembly must finish no later than April 29.

Weekly Statehouse update: House GOP budget, immigration enforcement, collegiate trans sports ban

The House GOP budget plan increases K-12 education funding by 2 percent each year, cuts most state agencies by 5 percent and reduces local public health funding.

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Feb 14, 2025

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Weekly Statehouse update: Property tax overhaul, Medicaid reform bill changes, birth control access

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Feb 7, 2025

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Weekly Statehouse update: Property tax debate, cutting early voting days, civics course controversy

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Jan 31, 2025

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Weekly Statehouse update: Online gaming legalization, moving municipal elections, test strips bill

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Jan 24, 2025

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Weekly Statehouse update: DEI ban, more income tax cuts, physician non-compete bill

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Jan 17, 2025

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Weekly Statehouse update: Braun budget proposal, House GOP and Black Caucus agendas

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April 4, 2025

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Lawmakers remove several controversial policies from 'comprehensive' health costs plan

A Senate committee amended a "comprehensive plan" meant to address health care costs in Indiana.

April 4, 2025

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Here are the five energy and environment bills both Indiana Republicans and Democrats agree on

While there's no shortage of controversial energy and environment bills this legislative session, there are several that both Republicans and Democrats agree on.

April 4, 2025

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Students push to be heard in charter vs. public school funding fight

Many young people are making their way to the Statehouse to testify about the controversial bill to divert property tax money from districts to public charter schools.

April 4, 2025

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Senate sends transgender collegiate sports ban to governor’s desk with bipartisan support

A ban on transgender women from competing in collegiate athletics is on its way to the governor’s desk. The bill received bipartisan support.

April 4, 2025

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20 new laws hit the books with Gov. Mike Braun’s signature

Lawmakers have sent Braun 38 bills thus far, and he has signed all of them.

April 4, 2025

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Indiana property tax details emerge as end of session nears

Indiana’s property taxes will return to the spotlight next week, with key lawmakers refining their message Thursday.

April 3, 2025

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Committee makes changes to HIP work reporting exceptions, Medicaid advertising ban

A House committee amended controversial legislation that will reintroduce previously halted work reporting requirements to Indiana's Medicaid expansion program.

April 2, 2025

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Carissa Siekmann, shown in profile, speaks into a microphone on the House floor.

House committee guts bill that would've eliminated statute of limitations for all rape crimes

A House committee largely deleted the bill. Instead, the measure now only lengthens an existing statute of limitations extension for rape.

April 2, 2025

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Members, advocates rally at Statehouse, call on lawmakers to kill proposed changes to Medicaid

Advocates and Medicaid members said proposed changes to Medicaid could lead to bigger issues for Hoosiers and the state.

April 1, 2025

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House lawmakers pass bill to ensure long water pipelines don't threaten supply

House lawmakers passed a bill on Tuesday that aims to address concerns over large water transfers like those planned to serve the controversial LEAP industrial district in Lebanon.

April 1, 2025

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House approves obscene performances ban, giving anyone right to sue local governments over it

Indiana House Republicans voted to give anyone the right to sue local governments to stop performances they think are obscene.

April 1, 2025

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Lawmakers consider education mastery program — includes collective bargaining, IEP rules roll backs

School corporations and charter schools that participate in the pilot program could be exempt from certain regulations like collective bargaining; training for things like abuse, neglect and suicide prevention; and teacher performance evaluations.

April 1, 2025

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School board candidates forced to choose political labels on the ballot under House-approved bill

School board candidates would have to choose Republican, Democrat, independent or nonpartisan to go next to their name on the ballot.

April 1, 2025

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‘Fixes’ to evictions expungement bill bring Indiana housing advocates back on board

The amended bill would allow courts to automatically order some eviction cases to be hidden from public view.

March 28, 2025

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Health care providers, disability advocates and government leaders gathered March 28, 2025 to voice concerns about Indiana Senate Bill 2.

Lake County advocates voice concern with proposed Medicaid changes

Health care providers, disability advocates and government leaders gathered to voice concerns about Indiana Senate Bill 2.

March 28, 2025

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The public gets one more chance to testify on bill to bolster nuclear, retain coal on customer dime

Susan Schechter serves on the board for Fairfield Township in Tippecanoe County. She said many people there struggle to pay their rent and utility bills, and it’s not fair to make them fund a "speculative energy project."

March 28, 2025

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Joel Hand testified on House Bill 1002 on behalf of the American Federation of Teachers Indiana and the Indiana Coalition for Public Education Wednesday.

School groups raise alarm in debate on superintendent requirements, annual performance reviews

A controversial education measure aims to cut communication around plans for annual performance reviews and change requirements for school superintendents. School leaders expressed alarm about the proposal this week.

March 27, 2025

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Greg Porter is a Black man, bald with a white goatee. He is wearing glasses and a black suit. Phil GiaQuinta is a White man with light-colored hair. He is wearing glasses and a blue suit.

Indiana House Democrats propose property tax relief they call a 'happy medium'

House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne) said the Democrats’ proposal ensures property tax relief is centered on the right place.

March 27, 2025

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A first-time voter in the 2024 election checks in to vote. She wears an orange hat with headphone on top of it. And she is being checked in by a poll worker, sitting directing across from her working at a tablet.

Use of student IDs at polling places banned under bill approved by House committee

Student IDs from Indiana public colleges and universities have been an allowable form of ID at polling places for decades.

March 27, 2025

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An Indiana State Department of Health nurse participates in a drive-thru COVID-19 testing site at Merrillville High School, Merrillville, Indiana on April 8, 2020.

Federal cuts mean $40 million loss for state, local health departments

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Tuesday is pulling back $11.4 billion nationwide, including an estimated $40 million in Indiana.

March 27, 2025

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Senator J.D. Ford speaks at an LGBTQ+ Day at the Statehouse. He is a White man with a beard and mustache. He wears a rainbow Indiana pin and plaid suit.

GOP kills amendment to prohibit genital inspections under collegiate transgender sports ban

The legislation is similar to an executive order signed by President Donald Trump in early February. The NCAA updated its policies to conform with that ban.

March 26, 2025

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Legislation to define natural gas, propane as 'clean energy' heads to governor

AES Indiana plans to convert the Petersburg Generating Station from coal to natural gas. If Senate Bill 178 becomes law, its possible it could open up the plant to receive clean energy grant funding.

March 26, 2025

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Independent pharmacists Harry Webb, left, and Kp Burkett testified on a PBM bill on March 25, 2025.

Independent pharmacists urge lawmakers to adopt PBM bill

Independent pharmacies are closing at an alarming rate across the county, with many owners pointing the finger at Pharmacy Benefit Managers, or PBMs.

March 26, 2025

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Sen. Aaron Freeman, R-Indianapolis, leads a committee meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Illicit massage parlor language added to weakened Indiana anti-human trafficking proposal

The legislation heads to the Senate floor after a unanimous, 9-0 vote — despite grumbling.

March 26, 2025

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Sen. Jim Buck, R-Kokomo, rejected an annexation compromise amended into his bill in committee on March 25, 2025.

Annexation compromise likely dead after Tuesday committee

Author of the bill, Sen. Jim Buck (R-Kokomo), criticized an attempt to meld two bills into an annexation compromise, saying he had only been alerted of the effort the previous night.

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March 26, 2025

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Lobbyist Jim Purucker testifies in committee on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

‘Destabilizing’ Indiana casino relocation study could also recommend new license

Senate Bill 43 began as an empty vehicle bill — and was only overhauled after the early death of a measure relocating a struggling casino operating near the Indiana-Kentucky border.

March 26, 2025

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‘Predatory’ towing restrictions revived in Indiana Senate committee, despite mixed support

The wide-ranging bill drew pushback from the state’s towing company association, whose leader said billing complaints are minimal overall.

March 26, 2025

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Indiana lawmakers want to mandate uniform cybersecurity policies for schools, state agencies

Under SB 472, the Indiana Office of Technology and the Indiana Department of Education would work together on technology resource and cybersecurity policy requirements for school corporations.

March 26, 2025

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Indiana Senate committee OKs marijuana billboard advertising ban

The amended bill language seeks to prohibit outdoor advertisements for products containing marijuana or a variety of other controlled substances, including heroin, LSD and ecstasy.

March 26, 2025

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Topics of the day: Immigration, lab-grown meat and more

Lawmakers have tackled a bevy of topics this week from immigration to lab-grown meat and natural gas to sheriff commissary funds.

March 25, 2025

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State budget doesn’t include any funding for Next Level Trails program

The proposed state budget for 2025-2027 does not allocate any funding to the Next Level Trails program.

March 25, 2025

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Gov. Mike Braun, seated, signs a bill into law for the first time on March 25, 2025. Standing behind him are the lawmakers who authored and sponsored the legislation.

Gov. Mike Braun signs first bill into law, creates online portal for farmers

The bill, HEA 1149, passed both chambers with overwhelming support.

March 25, 2025

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Elizabeth Rowray speaks into a microphone on the House floor. Rowray is a White woman with dark brown hair. She is wearing glasses and a cream colored blazer over a black top.

Bill headed to governor's desk sets aside child care vouchers for foster families

Indiana will set aside 200 child care vouchers for foster families if the governor signs a bill sent to his desk Monday.

March 24, 2025

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Committee advances measure to set aside supplemental teacher pay from collective bargaining

Under the proposal, school administrators would have to set aside money for supplemental pay before collective bargaining.

March 21, 2025

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Utilities may charge for nuclear pre-construction costs under bill sent to governor's desk

Senate Bill 424 would subsidize the development of small modular nuclear reactors.

March 21, 2025

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Bill to use water pollution funds to combat invasive species waits for Gov. Mike Braun's signature

The Clean Water Indiana Program usually provides matching dollars to help farmers and landowners implement practices like cover cropping and no-till agriculture — to keep the soil from eroding and getting into local waterways.

March 21, 2025

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Off-campus religious instruction for high schoolers sparks renewed debate among lawmakers

A proposal that could increase the amount of time high school students leave school for religious instruction sparked concern among some lawmakers

March 20, 2025

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Rep. Wendy McNamara (R-Evansville) is the sponsor of an expansion of Indiana's Lifeline Law.

Expansion to Indiana's Lifeline Law sent to the governor's desk

The bill would give immunity from underage drinking charges for the person experiencing a medical issue.

March 20, 2025

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Rep. Chris Jeter declined to say whether his amendment was aimed at drag queen story times. He is shown speaking with a colleague in the House chamber on Jan. 9, 2025.

‘Obscene performance’ ban added to child abuse bill, official misconduct expungements weighed

Senate Bill 326’s original purpose was replacing use of the phrase “child pornography” throughout Indiana Code with “child sex abuse material.”

March 20, 2025

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Lawmaker seeks to ban government funding, hosting of 'obscene performances' — without clear examples

Language dropped into an unrelated bill in a House committee Wednesday bans state and local government units from hosting or funding obscene performances.

March 20, 2025

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Foster youth could open a bank account with judge's consent under bill headed to Senate floor

A Senate committee passed a bill Wednesday that would grant foster youth the ability to open a bank account without parental consent.

March 20, 2025

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Indiana lawmakers move to mandate paid parental leave for teachers

Schools are not currently required to provide parental leave, but an amendment to SB 146 would change that.

March 19, 2025

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Proposed bill language that would increase the requirements for organizations to qualify for specialty license plates is likely to be changed by a Senate committee next week. (License plate images courtesy Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

Lawmakers plan to roll back changes to registration tags, specialty license plates in BMV bill

Major Senate committee amendments are also expected on a wide-ranging Indiana road funding bill.

March 19, 2025

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Indiana bobcat trapping season gets final approval

The season will run from Nov. 8 to Jan. 31 and allows licensed trappers to harvest one bobcat a year, to a statewide maximum of 250 bobcats.

March 19, 2025

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Universal voucher expansion may cost $183M over two years. Parents, school officials talk funding

Some public school parents said voucher expansion places school choice above traditional public schools that teach about 90 percent of Indiana students.

March 19, 2025

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Lawmakers remove enrollment cap in HIP redesign. Advocates urge them to reconsider other policies

Employment would become a condition of eligibility. SB 2 would require people on HIP to work a “monthly average” of 20 hours per week.

March 17, 2025

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Sen. Liz Brown, R-Fort Wayne, asks a fellow committee member a question on March 11, 2025.

Legislature could explore limiting use of public health fund

The two-year-old Health First Indiana program allocated $225 million to local public health departments in the last budget cycle. The latest version of the budget allocates $100 million for each year.

March 17, 2025

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Gov. Mike Braun waded into a crowd rallying at the Statehouse to speak about property tax relief on March 17, 2025.

Gov. Mike Braun joins Statehouse rally pressuring lawmakers to make significant property tax cuts

The rally featured the lieutenant governor, state lawmakers and local officials. The event was led by conservative local radio hosts who repeatedly called on the crowd to vote out lawmakers who didn’t back significant relief.

March 16, 2025

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IDOE outlines funding priorities as Senate lawmakers craft two-year budget pitch

Indiana Secretary of Education Katie Jenner asked lawmakers for nearly $150 million for things like teacher recruitment, literacy initiatives and implementation tools for the state’s new high school diploma.

March 14, 2025

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Legislative leaders say long-term property tax system overhaul should begin this session

Both Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) and House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) said the short-term goal for property tax reform this session is to ensure homeowners' 2026 property tax bills are lower than 2025's.

March 13, 2025

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Rep. Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton) speaks with reporters on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023 after unveiling the House GOP budget proposal he led, his first as chair of the House Ways and Means Committee.

Thompson's property tax reform proposal leaves many scratching their heads

Thompson's proposal could reduce the property taxes homeowners pay by more than $200 million a year statewide.

March 12, 2025

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House committee remakes partisan school board candidates bill, sends it to full House

SB 287 would have forced school board candidates to declare a party on the general election ballot, and if they wanted to be Democrats or Republicans, they’d have to go through the primary election process first.

March 12, 2025

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‘Buffer zone’ clarification heads to governor's desk

A clarification to the state’s existing law establishing a 25-foot protective buffer zone around law enforcement officers moved to the governor’s desk Tuesday.

March 11, 2025

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Schools could get more guidance on high-quality English language arts materials under bill

SB 358 requires the Indiana Department of Education to publish a list of high-quality curricular materials for English language arts by July 2026.

March 11, 2025

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Courtney Curtis is a White woman with blonde hair. She is wearing glasses and a black dress.

Bill would boost deputy prosecutor salaries to help reduce effects of attorney shortage

Indiana’s attorney shortage is hitting prosecutor and public defender offices particularly hard. And lawmakers want to boost state funding for deputy prosecutors and public defenders.

March 11, 2025

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EMS providers could transport to non-emergency facilities under Indiana bill

Senate Bill 505 would allow EMS providers to bring patients to non-emergency facilities, including urgent care and mental health facilities.

March 10, 2025

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A sign hangs inside a store that says "pharmacy" in all lowercase letters in front of a light blue and lime green wall.

New educational campaign hopes to clarify role of pharmacy benefit managers in health care

The director of the campaign said it is designed to help Hoosiers better understand the role PBMs play in the price they pay at the pharmacy counter.

March 10, 2025

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Lawmakers aim to streamline child care licensing for multi-site providers

A Senate committee unanimously advanced a bill Monday that aims to increase access to child care.

March 10, 2025

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Indy residents fear massive cuts to Medicaid

An estimated 250,000 people would lose health insurance if Republican-backed SB 2 passes.

March 7, 2025

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In wake of Jamey Noel investigation, lawmakers advance bill to increases oversight over jail funds

The legislation has so far received unanimous, bipartisan support.

March 7, 2025

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A man sits in a chair in the Indiana Statehouse wearing a homemade shirt that reads "No SB 518. Less pie equals fewer slices."

Which students deserve more funding? Some say no one wins with property tax sharing bill

A controversial bill would shift some funding from traditional public schools to charter schools.

March 6, 2025

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Med schools inspired Indiana's anti-DEI bill. Doctors, students say they value diversity 

After one student’s experience with medical school applications partially inspired Indiana Senate Bill 289, Indiana University Medical School students started speaking out in support of diversity, equity and inclusion.  

March 6, 2025

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Indiana would create online portal, 'one-stop-shop' for farmers, under bill nearing governor's desk

Lawmakers want Indiana to create a “one-stop-shop” for Hoosier farmers to be able to search for necessary government information and learn about state and federal funding opportunities and requirements.

March 6, 2025

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Witnesses accuse school board members of ‘hiding’ political affiliations

Previous attempts to make school boards partisan have failed.

March 6, 2025

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House committee kicks off debate over property tax reform in second half of session

The current version of SB 1, the Senate Republicans’ version, is focused on relief for older Hoosiers, disabled veterans and first-time homebuyers.

March 5, 2025

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Rep. Ben Smaltz, R-Auburn, introduces his bill to allow for red flag expungements in committee on March 4, 2025.

Red flag expungements, buffer zones move through Senate committee

Indiana’s thousands of law enforcement officers were the focus of a Senate corrections committee on Tuesday, as legislators parsed through concerns about red flag laws and “buffer zones.”

March 5, 2025

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A lease agreement between the state and the Indiana Historical Society could be in jeopardy under the latest state budget draft.

Governor’s office clarifies intentions for Indiana Historical Society building

Language in the pending state budget appear to complicate — even contradict — what state officials want to do.

March 5, 2025

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Indiana's legislative session hits halfway point. Bills to end DEI, change school funding still face debate

More than 30 education-related bills that could reshape the state’s K-12 education system remain under consideration.

March 5, 2025

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Advocates say Braun executive orders tell transgender Hoosiers: 'You don't belong here'

Gov. Mike Braun signed an executive order Tuesday to align with federal moves to ban transgender women and girls from playing sports.

March 4, 2025

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Bill would help make power lines more efficient, get more wind and solar on the grid

The bill requires utilities to consider “advanced transmission technologies” in their long-term plans. That’s technology that can be added to things like power lines to make them more efficient and reduce congestion.

March 3, 2025

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New data sheds light on Indiana schools likely most affected by impending cuts to financial aid

Indiana’s Commission for Higher Education has proposed a reduction to the Frank O’Bannon Grant after recent eligibility changes caused costs to skyrocket.

March 3, 2025

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Gov. Mike Braun again highlights property tax relief in invite-only roundtable

Braun continues to stress that he wants broad tax relief, despite how much it’s expected to cost local governments and schools.

March 3, 2025

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Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osceola) says his amendment is good policy – outside of the groping allegations against Attorney General Curtis Hill.

All public ballot questions moved to November elections under House-approved bill

All ballot referendums and public questions would go on general election ballots under a bill approved by the House.

February 28, 2025

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Indiana call to amend congressional term limits into Constitution gains ground

The resolution faces bipartisan opposition, but its author says he’s hoping to “nudge” Congress into taking action.

February 28, 2025

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Indiana's annual The Indiana Teacher Compensation Report summarizes data reported by school districts about educators' compensation, including benefits.

Here's how much Indiana teachers get paid. State lawmakers could bump it up

Indiana's annual The Indiana Teacher Compensation Report summarizes data reported by school districts about educators' compensation, including benefits.

February 27, 2025

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Bill to legalize online gambling, lottery fails to advance; author wants to keep issue alive

Legislation that failed to advance in the 2025 session would have legalized online gaming in Indiana — allowing casinos to offer table games and slot machines online and via mobile apps.

February 26, 2025

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A button is pinned to a bright blue shirt that says "Ask me about Medicaid."

Experts, advocates challenge misinformation from lawmakers on Medicaid, HIP overhaul bill

Medicaid experts and advocates break down the facts about the Healthy Indiana Plan, Medicaid and Senate Bill 2.

February 26, 2025

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Two women sit with signs resting against their legs that read "No Casino! Save New Haven."

Lawmakers want to study relocating Indiana's poorest performing casino

Indiana’s poorest performing casino, in the southeast corner of the state, wants to move. A bill to allow them to relocate to northeastern Indiana couldn’t get a vote this session.

February 25, 2025

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Medical debt protections against wage garnishment, primary residence liens fail in Senate

The Senate Health and Provider Services Committee approved the bill unanimously after introducing the limit and some others. But in the full Senate, two lawmakers from that committee said the bill went too far and didn’t have "any limits."

February 25, 2025

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Gov. Mike Braun predicts 'wrestling match' over property tax reform in session's second half

Braun said he’s confident he and lawmakers will find a “sweet, happy medium” on one of the session’s top issues.

February 25, 2025

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Sen. Fady Qaddoura (D-Indianapolis) testified against SB 518.

Bill to split some of schools' local property tax funding with charters narrowly passes Senate

Senate Bill 518 requires traditional public school districts share the funding generated by local property taxes with charter schools starting in 2028. The Indiana Legislative Services Agency estimates about $6 million could be shifted from traditional public schools to charters in 2028 alone.

February 24, 2025

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Lawmakers propose solution to help address Indiana's skilled worker shortage

The program could also add to an individual's unemployment benefits each week they are both eligible and make satisfactory progress toward an approved training program.

February 24, 2025

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Several major election reform bills scaled back or fail to advance in Indiana Senate

Indiana regularly has one of the worst voter turnout rates in the United States.

February 24, 2025

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Indiana Michigan Power and its parent company AEP's Rockport plant.

Bill would let new power plants in 'energy production zones' override some local laws

Indiana Michigan Power and its parent company AEP are considering placing a small modular nuclear reactor on the site of its Rockport plant, which is set to retire in 2028. Under the bill, projects that put a new generating facility on the site of an old one wouldn't have to get local zoning and land use approval.

February 21, 2025

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Indiana bill to punish people sleeping outside fails, but language could come back

Advocates for people experiencing homelessness have spent the past week urging lawmakers to amend or throw out the bill, which would jail and fine people sleeping on state property. Now, some legislators hope to create a task force to study homelessness across the state.

February 21, 2025

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House Speaker Todd Huston, R-Fishers, addresses the chamber on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

‘We’d love to have you’: Illinois secession bill earns Indiana House approval

Republican House Speaker Todd Huston’s proposal would create an Indiana-Illinois Boundary Adjustment Commission tasked with exploring the secession and transfer of counties that have already voted to leave the state of Illinois.

February 21, 2025

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Braun's threat to veto property tax proposal challenges lawmakers

Gov. Mike Braun said he’ll veto major property tax reform legislation if it doesn’t “improve” as the session continues.

February 20, 2025

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An orange prescription pill bottle sits on a dark surface. White and light blue pill capsules have been poured inside the lid, which sits next to the bottle filled with the same pills.

Senate approves 'aggressive' reforms for pharmacy benefit managers to lower drug prices

Senate Bill 140 implements a variety of reforms, including one that addresses concerns about what’s known as vertical integration — which refers to when one company owns multiple parts of a certain supply chain, such as a company owning all or part of a PBM, a pharmacy and a drug manufacturer.

February 20, 2025

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A screenshot of a livestream of the legislature shows J.D. Prescott speaking on the House floor. Prescott is a White man with brown hair. He is wearing a suit and tie.

House Republicans approve bill to force Indiana to play bigger role in immigration enforcement

HB 1531 also provides more specificity in state law to force local governments and law enforcement agencies to cooperate with federal immigration officials.

February 20, 2025

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House advances state budget bill as lawmakers face threat of federal funding cuts

Under Indiana's Constitution, the state budget bill must begin in the House chamber.

February 20, 2025

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A woman in a light pink blazer wearing a gold pin and pearls turns her head and lifts her right hand as she speaks into a microphone in the Indiana Senate Chamber.

Charter school funding shift nears Indiana Senate approval as Democrats' opposition falls short

Senate Bill 518, as amended Wednesday, would require school districts with at least 100 students attending charter schools to share revenue from property tax levies designated for debt service, school safety referendums, and certain controlled projects with charter schools located within their boundaries.

February 19, 2025

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Representative Bob Behning speaks into a microphone during a committee hearing. He wears a navy suit with plaid shirt and red tie. He is a White man with white hair and stubble.

New Teacher Appreciation Grants would increase stipends — but limit who could receive them

A measure advanced by House lawmakers this week would change Indiana’s Teacher Appreciation Grant program and increase those stipends.

February 19, 2025

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Reprsenative Ethan Manning wearing a navy blue suit with a white shirt and a paisley patterned tie speaking into a microphone while debating another lawmaker while on the House floor.

House passes 'comprehensive' health costs plan, some lawmakers push back on key policies

House Bill 1003 author, Rep. Brad Barrett (R-Richmond), said the bill is built on six key pillars: lower costs; fight waste, fraud and abuse; enhance transparency; expand access; promote wellness and increase competition.

February 19, 2025

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 The Indiana General Assembly gathered to hear Gov. Eric Holcomb’s final State of the State Address Tuesday Jan. 9, 2024 in the House chamber.

IU leaders discuss challenge of navigating state, federal initiatives

Indiana University’s leaders have juggled a flurry of issues in the few weeks since the General Assembly began work on its budget-year legislation and President Donald Trump took office.

February 19, 2025

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Indiana Senate passes Medicaid, HIP overhaul despite concerns about access, coverage

The Senate approved legislation that would make several significant changes to the Healthy Indiana Plan, or HIP.

February 19, 2025

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Educators and public education supporters gather in seats in front of a person speaking at a podium. A hot pink sign reads "bake sale" and a banner behind the speaker says "Keeping Indiana Education Public."

Budget proposal offers K-12 education funding bump, but education leaders say it's not enough

The House GOP’s budget proposal would allocate more money toward schools while eliminating income requirements for the state’s school voucher program.

February 18, 2025

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Representative Michelle Davis sits at her desk on the floor of the Indiana House. She is a White woman with glasses, wearing a grey suit.

Collegiate transgender sports ban passes House, splits party votes both for and against

Indiana House lawmakers passed a measure to ban transgender women from competing in collegiate sports Tuesday.

February 18, 2025

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Natural gas, propane would be considered 'clean energy' if Senate bill becomes law

Its author, Sen. Jim Buck (R-Kokomo), said he got the idea from an Ohio law that passed three years ago.

February 18, 2025

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FSSA adjusts proposed changes to ABA therapy Medicaid coverage, introduces coverage tiers

FSSA said it no longer plans to apply the lifetime limit retroactively — meaning that everyone’s three-year limit will begin on April 1, when the rule officially goes into effect.

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