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Economic Development
January 26, 2024
A complicated economy and an unprecedented level of competition for high-wage employers are causing a lot of Hoosiers to perceive “economic development” differently. State Senator Spencer Deery, a West Lafayette Republican from the Commerce and Technology Committee, and State Representative Renee Pack, an Indianapolis Democrat from the Commerce, Small Business and Economic Development Committee.
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2024 Season
Session Review with Reporters and Experts
March 22, 2024
The last word on Indiana's legislative session goes to the people who follow it closest.
Session Review with Caucus Leaders
March 15, 2024
We review the Indiana 2024 legislative session with House and Senate caucus leaders.
Higher Education
March 8, 2024
Who should control what gets taught or said at Indiana's public colleges and universities?...
Environment and Energy
March 1, 2024
Examine the tension between two shades of environmental and energy policy priorities.
Elections
February 23, 2024
In 2022, Indiana ranked 50th in voter turnout. What's to blame for poor civic engagement?
AI and Data
February 16, 2024
How are lawmakers addressing issues with data privacy and dangerous developments with AI?
Public Health
February 9, 2024
How can we improve the accessibility, affordability and efficacy of Indiana healthcare?
Education
February 2, 2024
See if Indiana makes the grade when it comes to improving our state’s education outcomes....
Gov. Eric Holcomb
January 19, 2024
Our final post-State of the State interview with Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb.
Caucus Leadership
January 12, 2024
Jon Schwantes talks with Indiana's caucus leaders about their goals for the 2024 session.
Session Primer
January 5, 2024
Explore the effects of 2023's budget session and look ahead towards 2024.
Episode Archive
Statehouse Journalists Discuss The Session
May 12, 2023
We take a final look back at the Indiana General Assembly’s eventful 2023 session.
Legislative Wrap-Up with Caucus Leaders
May 5, 2023
The Indiana General Assembly’s 2023 session wrapped up last week.
Alcohol Sales
April 28, 2023
What’s the right mix of government oversight and consumer choice regarding alcohol sales?...
Housing Affordability
April 21, 2023
This episode asks legislators about the lack of affordable housing in Indiana.
Anti-Transgender Bills
April 14, 2023
This episode examines some of the nearly 20 “anti-trans” bills introduced this session....
School Vouchers
March 31, 2023
A “universal voucher” proposal may double the amount Hoosier taxpayers spend on vouchers....
Containing Healthcare Costs
March 24, 2023
Indiana legislators are weighing potential remedies for healthcare costs.
Mental Health Services Legislation
March 17, 2023
The diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illness is a critically important issue...
Secure Elections or Voter Suppression?
March 10, 2023
Is pending anti-voter-fraud legislation security or voter suppression?
Harmful Materials in School Libraries?
March 3, 2023
Could legislation currently being considered at the Statehouse send educators to prison?
Decriminalizing Marijuana
February 24, 2023
Is it time in Indiana to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of cannabis?
ESG Funds in State Investments
February 17, 2023
Should state investments focus only on maximizing returns?
Political Parties in School Board Elections
February 10, 2023
Should Hoosiers seeking election to a public-school board run with a political party?
Constitutional Amendment Addressing Bail
January 27, 2023
A proposed state constitutional amendment for bail
Governor's Push for a Sweeping Overhaul of Public Health
January 20, 2023
We’ll examine Governor Holcomb’s push for a sweeping overhaul of the state’s public health...
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