February 3, 2023
Bill could increase court fees to make Indiana jurors among the highest-paid nationally
Some Indiana courts have struggled to get people to serve on juries in recent years, hurting juror diversity and, in some cases, forcing judges to declare mistrials.
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Lawmakers try again to cut ties with banks that divest from coal, study says it could be costly
The study looked at a similar law in Texas and analyzed what would happen in six other states. It estimated it would cost taxpayers in Kentucky an extra $26 million to $70 million in one year.
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Rep. Victoria Spartz announces she won’t run for ‘any office’ in 2024
After two terms in Congress, Rep. Victoria Spartz announces she won’t run for 'any office'.
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Weekly Statehouse update: Partisan school boards, property tax relief debate starts
Lawmakers revive a debate over partisan school boards. There are challenges ahead for a makeover of Indiana's public health system. And a property tax relief discussion begins.
Read MoreFebruary 2, 2023
Senate committee advances mental health clinics bill, but strips out funding
A bill to bolster mental health care access and services across Indiana unanimously cleared a Senate committee Thursday -- but without any funding included.
Read MoreFebruary 2, 2023
Lawmakers begin debating property tax relief, though help unlikely to come for this year's bills
Indiana lawmakers are exploring ways to help Hoosiers dealing with big increases in property taxes. But the legislation discussed in a House committee Thursday won't affect this year's tax bills at all.
Read MoreFebruary 1, 2023
House committee passes two bills to boost scholarships for teaching programs
Indiana lawmakers and education leaders are pushing for increased funding to help more professionals and particularly people of color afford a teaching degree.
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Senate committee passes bill to boost public health system, but challenges remain
Senate lawmakers took their first step Wednesday aimed at dramatically improving Indianas public health system. But a committee hearing also revealed the challenges that lay ahead.
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Youth climate activists – once again – urge the Indiana legislature to study climate solutions
They gathered with lawmakers, environmental groups, solar advocates and others on Wednesday to rally for climate action in Indiana.
Read MoreFebruary 1, 2023
Bill would let utilities recover the cost of natural gas plants during construction
Its something utilities can already do with other types of power. But some question whether ratepayers would benefit overall and if the state should encourage more natural gas.
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