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Gov. Braun Orders Abortion Report Release
January 24, 2025
Governor Braun orders the Indiana Department of Health to resume releasing individual terminated pregnancy reports. Unanimous committee approval for a Senate bill to extend income tax cuts. A proposal to slash unemployment insurance benefits.
Governor Braun’s Budget Proposal
January 17, 2025
Governor Braun's Budget Proposal. Signing executive orders and remaking the state's administration. State GOP agenda released, including efforts to bring down healthcare and housing costs. Cannabis bill introduced.
A Major Overhaul of Indiana Medicaid
January 10, 2025
A major Medicaid overhaul, including moving over 180,000 Hoosiers to a waitlist. Statehouse Democrats lay out their 2025 session priorities. State officials call for an end to funding for Indiana University over connections to the Kinsey Institute.
The Legacy of Governor Eric Holcomb
January 2, 2025
A look back at the legacy of Governor Eric Holcomb. State legislative leaders call for local communities to take action. Three initiatives under the public health funding program generate nearly $100 million in savings for Indiana.
A Look Back At A Historic 2024
December 26, 2024
A look back at 2024. A historic presidential race between Republican Donald Trump and Democrats Kamala Harris and Joe Biden. The fight for Indiana’s open governor seat. An unusual campaign ends with Micah Beckwith named as Mike Braun’s running mate.
Senate Democrats Elect a New Leader
December 20, 2024
Indiana Senate Democrats oust Greg Taylor from his leadership role. Lawmakers are cautiously optimistic after a modest revenue forecast is released. Calls for a new Medicaid forecast vendor after Indiana’s billion-dollar Medicaid shortfall.
New High School Diplomas Approved
December 13, 2024
New high school diplomas approved after months of revisions. Indiana re-implements a wait list for two child care voucher programs. A report shows Secretary of State Diego Morales’ office has spent about $4 million on no-bid contracts for IT services.
Mike Braun’s 2025 Gubernatorial Agenda
December 6, 2024
Mike Braun’s 2025 gubernatorial agenda focuses on property tax relief and Medicaid. Randy Head steps down as the chair of the Indiana Republican Party. The Indiana Charter Innovation Center aims to secure property tax funds for charter schools.
A Look Back at the Race for Governor
November 25, 2024
A look back at the 2024 gubernatorial race between Republican- and eventual winner- Mike Braun, Democrat Jennifer McCormick, and Libertarian Donald Rainwater. November 29, 2024
Greg Taylor Accused of Sexual Harassment
November 22, 2024
Senate Democratic Leader Greg Taylor faces sexual harassment allegations. A task force that spent two years looking at Indiana’s tax system makes their recommendations. The state Medicaid task force once again issues a report with no recommendations.
Jim Banks Prepares for the Senate
November 15, 2024
Jim Banks prepares to enter the U.S. Senate. Senator Todd Young and Senator-elect Jim Banks vote for incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune. Pamela Whitten faces criticism over her handling of Israel-Palestine protests at Indiana University.
Donald Trump Reelected
November 8, 2024
A review of this week’s election results. Donald Trump wins the White House, Mike Braun is elected governor, Jim Banks fills Braun’s former Senate seat, and Todd Rokita retains the title of Indiana Attorney General.
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