Articles tagged as: IPB
March 15, 2023
EPA aims to limit toxic PFAS in drinking water
The agency hopes the standards will prevent thousands of deaths and tens of thousands of serious illnesses.
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Senate committee advances bill to tackle public defender 'shortage' by bolstering retirement funds
Public defenders exist to ensure criminal defendants’ constitutional right to counsel is protected. But officials say Indiana is facing a shortage of lawyers to do that work.
Read MoreMarch 14, 2023
Indianapolis truckers, warehouse workers vote to authorize strike at food-giant Sysco
About 160 truck drivers and warehouse employees working for food distribution giant Sysco in Indianapolis are poised to strike if contract negotiations fail. The workers union, Teamsters Local 135, alleges the company has failed to negotiate a contract in good faith so far.
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U.S. Sen. Todd Young talks tech, innovation investment and its meaning for Hoosiers
Indiana could become one of 20 tech hubs designated in federal legislation passed last year to increase investment in innovation and technology.
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Bill on small nuclear reactors passes state House, some lawmakers question size limits
A bill to accommodate a slightly larger small modular nuclear reactor by Rolls Royce passed the Indiana House on Monday.
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Highway work zone speed cameras closer than ever to reality in Indiana
A bill to create a highway work zone speed camera pilot program is just a couple steps away from the governors desk.
Read MoreMarch 13, 2023
'Parental rights' bill future uncertain, Senate leader 'does not see a path forward'
A bill that would stop Indiana courts from intervening when a transgender child is at risk of suicide may be halted in the Senate. It previously passed the House.
Read MoreMarch 13, 2023
How is telemedicine being used in Indiana and who is it benefitting and serving?
What does telemedicine do for Hoosiers and how is it used throughout the state? Some members of our audience were curious.
Read MoreMarch 10, 2023
Bill to raise maximum paychecks for Indiana’s water, waste district boards nears governor’s desk
There are about 100 water, sewage and solid waste districts across Indiana that are responsible for keeping pipes flowing and getting rid of trash.
Read MoreMarch 10, 2023
Weekly Statehouse update: 21st Century Scholars automatic enrollment, childbirth expenses expansion
A Senate committee advances a bill that would criminalize some bystanders in police situations. Legislation to automatically enroll students in a key state scholarship program continues to progress. And a bill headed for the full Senate expands the list of childbirth expenses a court can order fathers to help pay.
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