Naloxone, also known as Narcan, can instantly save the life of a person who is overdosing. It was previously only available to medical personnel and public safety officials, and opioid drug users with a prescription from their doctor. Under the new law, Indiana doctors may issue prescriptions to "third parties" - family members or friends of people addicted to heroin or prescription painkillers.

Rep. Earl Harris, D-East Chicago, was a member of the Indiana House of Representatives from 1982 until he died after an extended illness in March. Donna Harris said she knows her husband would want her to carry on his duties for him.

Public Health Chairman Pat Miller, R-Indianapolis, says she's open to needle exchange legislation but needs the go-ahead from her GOP caucus to sign on.

Career Ready Indiana will act as a link between businesses, schools and students looking to establish or boost internship and so-called "work-and-learn experiences."

Legislators return to the Statehouse on Monday still looking for agreements on topics such as whether to allow needle exchange programs in more counties in response to an HIV outbreak in southern Indiana.

The so-called "13th check" is an additional yearly benefit for retired public employees and teachers. The amount can range from $150 to $450.

The bill is meant to encourage doctors, nurses and other providers to volunteer their services.

The makers and sellers of e-liquids used for vaping and electronic cigarettes would face licensing and new regulations under legislation moving to Gov. Mike Pence for consideration.

Aspiring police officers go through a unified training program at the state police academy. They all leave having learned the same skills. It doesn't work that way for fire fighters. There's no centralized training so the process is inconsistent and costly.

The House agreed to the Senate's changes, sending the bill to Gov. Mike Pence by a vote of 54-40. The governor, an outspoken proponent of the measure, is expected to sign it.