A House committee approved a bill to provide immunity to anyone who breaks into a vehicle to rescue an animal from a hot car.

The bill, authored by Sen. Jim Buck (R-Kokomo) would allow the governor to appoint the superintendent of public instruction starting in 2021.

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Republican precinct committee members voted Wednesday to appoint Tony Bennett to a vacant Clark County Council position, but he could not take the seat because he has not met the residency requirement.

A House committee changed legislation that bans direct sales by auto manufacturers to essentially grandfather in electric car maker Tesla.

Republican Rep. Cindy Kirchhofer of Beech Grove says the bill will help address the state's high smoking rates and improve Indiana's overall health.

The bill's proponents expect they will need to revise it to keep it moving forward.

Representative Todd Huston says his legislation aims to help Indiana casinos stay viable as they face increasing competition.

Legislation barring auto manufacturers from selling directly to customers appears headed for compromise after hours of testimony in a House committee.

The appeal will challenge U.S. District Judge's ruling in favor of eight lesbian couples who sued the state and some county health departments.