Some Indiana lawmakers raised concerns about the proposed Medicaid reimbursement rate for a common behavioral treatment for people with autism. They say it could put access at risk. The director of Indiana Medicaid formally presented the new rate at a State Budget Committee meeting Friday.

Nurse practitioners say a licensing requirement in Indiana is contributing to higher health care costs and lack of access for patients. The American Association of Nurse Practitioners includes Indiana among the states that limit nurse practitioners from doing the full scope of their job.

TCE is used in cleaning products, degreasers, brake cleaners and tire repair sealants. The EPA said exposure to the chemical has been known to cause cancer as well as harm the brain and reproductive system and there are many safer alternatives available.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Brad Chambers wants to create measures aimed at helping protect children online.

Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales has launched a text hotline, where voters can get information and report issues about elections.

Indiana's child support system is undergoing changes for the first time in more than three decades. These changes will alter weekly payment schedules for the first time since 1989.

According to the U.S. Department of the Interior, national recreation areas are lands near large reservoirs that allow people to do outdoor activities like fishing, swimming and boating. There are about 40 of them in the U.S.

A legislative study committee recommendation adopted Tuesday would see a blend of cost-of-living adjustments, or COLAs, and extra monthly payments to increase pension benefits for public retirees.

National issues can largely affect what lawmakers prioritize during a legislative session.

Indiana has the country’s ninth highest infant mortality rate and one of the highest maternal mortality rates. Advocates said doulas can educate patients and help prevent pregnancy-related deaths.