Indiana House Republicans’ agenda includes effort to absorb disgruntled Illinois counties
House Republicans also introduced a slew of bills addressing trademark issues such as education, housing and health care.
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Bill seeks to boost Indiana tourism projects through tax rebates, special districts
Under House Bill 1223, the Indiana Destination Development Corp. could soon have a few new tools to incentivize tourism development.
Mike Braun sworn in as Indiana governor
In his first remarks as governor, the Jasper native pledged he would bring high energy and “entrepreneurial drive” to the job, upending the status quo.
Lawmakers propose transparency measures for Indiana Economic Development Corp.
The agency has been subject to criticism resulting from its handling of the LEAP Research and Innovation District in Boone County.
Minority college enrollment steady in Indiana despite ruling that ended race-conscious admissions
Experts say it will likely take a few years before the impacts of the Supreme Court decision fully shake out, especially given other factors that could have affected enrollment this year, like the shaky rollout of a new federal aid platform.
Two Senate bills propose new oversight of water withdrawals following LEAP pipeline concerns
One of the bills—which made the Senate Republican agenda—would require permits for projects that move significant amounts of water from one area of the state to another.
Indiana Chamber cautions against placing property tax burden on business
The Indiana Chamber of Commerce laid out its legislative priorities Thursday, which also include quality-of-life measures to benefit the state’s workforce.
Senate Republicans name property taxes, Medicaid, water regulation among top priorities
Leaders from the Senate Republicans outlined five priority bills addressing several high-profile issues, including rising property taxes and Medicaid costs.
Indiana lawmakers kick off legislative session
More than 400 bills have been filed so far as the General Assembly gets underway Wednesday, including several tax bills.
Road funding, venture capital, workforce development top Indy Chamber agenda
Heading into a packed legislative session at the Indiana Statehouse, the Indy Chamber plans to focus its lobbying efforts on quality-of-place and human resources issues.
New Wabash watershed study finds supply should meet demand with proper management
The findings are consistent with a statewide water study released in August that concluded Indiana has a “plentiful” but unevenly distributed water supply.
Two Indianapolis lobbying firms join forces
Health care-centric lobbying firm KWK Management Group merged with the wide-ranging 1816 Public Affairs Group at the start of the year, the companies announced Tuesday.
IndyGo lands $150M federal grant for Blue Line construction
IndyGo estimates the 24-mile route, which is planned to run east-west through the center of Indianapolis, will be open for service in 2028.
Lawmakers ready tax legislation ahead of session prime for reform
Policymakers have proposed at least 12 bills seeking to create or adjust property tax credits or deductions and institute freezes.
State’s big, bold LEAP District play draws some reflection
The state has spent more than $690 million so far establishing the LEAP Research and Innovation District. Outgoing economic leaders say the project is a huge success, but some political leaders are cautious.
New bills seek to sever state business ties to companies in adversarial countries
The two bills are focused on reducing the influence of countries potentially posing a threat to the United States and Indiana.
2024 Year in Review: Wins by Braun, Rokita, Banks cap off big GOP year
Braun and running mate Micah Beckwith won handily—54% to 41%—over Democrat Jennifer McCormick, who had previously been elected state superintendent of public instruction as a Republican.
2024 Year in Review: High-tech plants drive IEDC’s record-breaking year
Two major announcements were Eli Lilly and Co.’s additional $9.8 billion investment into its LEAP Research and Innovation District campus and SK Hynix’s $3.87 billion semiconductor packaging facility at the Purdue Research Park in West Lafayette.
Gov. Holcomb’s accessibility, personal touches shape economic legacy, colleagues say
Holcomb’s administration has focused its economic strategy on courting new companies and investing in those already here.
Q&A with First Internet Bank’s David Becker on apprenticeships as workforce training
Becker expects the bank’s apprenticeship program will gain momentum when changes to the high school diploma take effect, beginning with the class of 2029 (current eighth-graders).