Articles tagged as: 2021 legislative session
March 31, 2021
Local Health Officials Restricted By Proposed Legislation
Local health officials could no longer impose restrictions that go further than the state's during a public health emergency under legislation approved by a House committee Wednesday.
Read MoreMarch 31, 2021
Senate Committee Advances 'Anti-Science' Abortion Reversal Bill
The measure would require doctors to tell patients about an abortion reversal protocol that leading medical organizations say might not work and could be dangerous.
Read MoreMarch 31, 2021
Worship Services Shielded From Future Emergency Orders Under Proposed Legislation
Neither the governor nor local officials could ever restrict worship services during a public emergency under a bill approved by a House panel Wednesday.
Read MoreMarch 30, 2021
Bill On Attorney's Fees Could Affect Indiana Environmental Lawsuits
Environmental groups and some lawmakers worry a bill, HB 1436, could pressure regulators to approve pollution permits they would otherwise deny.
Read MoreMarch 29, 2021
Senate Approves Potentially Unconstitutional Bill On Emergency Powers
The bill, HB1123, is a reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic and many lawmakers frustration with some of Gov. Eric Holcombs executive orders.
Read MoreMarch 29, 2021
Pregnant Worker Bill Backed By Businesses, Opposed By Advocates Will Appear In Senate
Legislation that tells pregnant workers they can ask employers for workplace accommodations in writing and without retaliation will be heard in the Senate this week.
Read MoreMarch 29, 2021
Bill That Aims To Lower The Costs Of Retiring Coal Plants Early Heads To Holcomb's Desk
Much like refinancing a home, securitization allows customers to pay off the remaining costs of coal plants over a longer period of time at a lower rate -- which is supposed to lower their energy bills.
Read MoreMarch 25, 2021
Equity At Center Of Indiana School Funding Debate
The proposed K-12 funding plan in Indianas next two-year state budget adds $378 million but some school leaders argues it is plan that emphasizes equal funding over equity.
Read MoreMarch 23, 2021
Vigil At Statehouse Highlights Issues Exacerbated By COVID-19
Activists and faith leaders gathered at the Statehouse Tuesday for a vigil and call-to-action on the first anniversary of the state's Stay-At-Home orders.
Read MoreMarch 22, 2021
Civics Education Bill Steps From Final Passage, Praised For Potential To Protect Democracy
The bill was amended and passed out of a Senate committee last week, and will next go to the House for vote.
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