January 23, 2023
Counties could use outdated flood maps when issuing construction permits under bill
A state Senate bill aims to change which maps local floodplain administrators have to rely on when granting construction permits. Proponents say the state maps are more restrictive than the federal ones leading to confusion and lower property values.
Read MoreJanuary 23, 2023
Due process debate follows National Guard court-martial bill as it passes Indiana House
Representatives in the Indiana House voted 74-24 to pass a bill Monday that would make it easier to court-martial and punish National Guard troops. Debate over whether part of the bill would violate servicemembers due process rights has divided lawmakers and military advocacy organizations.
Read MoreJanuary 23, 2023
Indiana Black Legislative Caucus says closing achievement gap is their focus in 2023 session
The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus said its focus in 2023 is closing the achievement gap helping reduce inequities in education, housing and health care.
Read MoreJanuary 20, 2023
Indiana's union membership totals shrink to 20-year low in new federal data
Recent polling suggests a lot more Americans approve of unions today than 10 years ago. But new federal estimates show that approval hasn't necessarily translated to large gains in membership especially in Indiana.
Read MoreJanuary 20, 2023
Lawmakers want a solar panel, wind turbine recycling study and a Statehouse energy audit
Two environmental bills passed out of a state Senate committee on Thursday.
Read MoreJanuary 20, 2023
Lilly shares slip as FDA seeks more Alzheimer's drug data
Eli Lilly shares slipped Friday after regulators said they need to see more data on the company’s application for a quick approval of its potential Alzheimer’s disease treatment.
Read MoreJanuary 20, 2023
Weekly Statehouse update: Expanding voucher program, constitutional amendment to bail eligibility
Republicans push a constitutional amendment to keep more people in jail without bail. Lawmakers debate a step towards a universal school voucher program. And the state Supreme Court weighs the future of abortion rights.
Read MoreJanuary 19, 2023
Lawmakers want to use fund for gasoline leak cleanups to improve Indiana airports
Some Indiana lawmakers want to use part of a fund for cleaning up leaks at underground gas tanks for upgrades at the state’s airports.
Read MoreJanuary 19, 2023
Legislation could take local control away on pet store ordinances
House Bill 1121 and Senate Bill 134 would block local governments from banning pet store sales of what they call companion animals.
Read MoreJanuary 19, 2023
Indiana Supreme Court considers future of abortion rights in lawsuit over state's near-total ban
The future of abortion rights in Indiana is now in the hands of the states five Supreme Court justices.
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