For sale: IEDC land purchased for LEAP project, but never used
After buying thousands of acres in Boone County to develop a technology park, the Indiana Economic Development Corp. quietly listed two properties for sale a month ago.
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ACLU sues governor’s office over change to IU board of trustees
The filing urges the Monroe County Circuit Court to rule on a budget provision giving the governor full control over Indiana University’s board of trustees.
Indiana lawmaker files disciplinary action against state’s attorney general
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita’s claims about a sitting lawmaker—that she stopped an immigration bill for “personal reasons”—could land him in more legal hot water.
Braun, Legislature plan to raise cigarette, tobacco taxes to fill budget gap
To further close the gap, leaders also said they would reduce planned spending for public health, higher education and government agencies.
Governor signs 10 more bills into Indiana law
The legislation included a contentious parental rights proposal and one adding requirements for developers of long-haul water pipelines.
Indiana senators send Medicaid work requirements to governor’s desk
Hoosiers getting insurance under the Healthy Indiana Plan would need to log at least 20 work or volunteer hours a week with the state, a move that supporters hope will curb the program’s enrollment numbers.
Republicans reject cascade of Democratic amendments to budget
The body opted to accept just three changes to House Bill 1001. Another 60-plus amendments, mostly from the chamber’s 10-member Democratic caucus, were rejected.
What is 340B and how does it impact hospitals’ bottom line?
The somewhat obscure federal program designed to reduce drug prices for health providers is getting scrutiny from lawmakers this year.
Indiana House GOP overwhelmingly votes to impose Medicaid work requirements
Under Senate Bill 2, those enrolled in the Healthy Indiana Plan will need to either work or volunteer for 20 hours each week, with several exceptions for caregivers, disabled beneficiaries and more.
House committee greenlights amended Medicaid work requirements proposal
A bill that would tighten Medicaid eligibility and add work requirements for certain programs was amended and passed out of the Indiana House Ways and Means Committee in just under an hour on Wednesday.
Braun family home in Jasper gets $118K in security improvements with helipad, trailer
In contrast to his recent predecessors, Gov. Mike Braun has publicly said he intends to split his time between the Indianapolis Governor’s Residence and his Jasper home.
Indiana Supreme Court weighs legal recourse following alleged BMV error
An Indiana man maintains that an agency error cost him a job opportunity, over $1,000 in fines and a night in jail—but state attorneys argued Thursday that the Bureau of Motor Vehicles isn’t responsible for any damages.
Indiana elections chief joins call for federal upgrades to root out noncitizen voting
Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales has joined 20 others in asking new Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for changes to a federal citizenship verification service—including that it be free to use.
Indiana House takes its turn on property tax discussions
School officials and advocates, in particular, denounced the dual legislation considered Wednesday because of the possible the double-whammy hit to budgets.
Five candidates vying to shape Indiana Democratic Party trajectory for next four years
The usually insular selection has attracted a fair number of high-profile names, including candidates who lost in the 2024 election cycle and long-time party leaders, bringing additional attention and scrutiny to the routine process.
Where do federal funding cuts leave Indiana?
The state of Indiana receives more than $20 billion from the federal government annually, or 44% of its budget, and is the third-most reliant state on federal dollars.
Nonprofit hospitals targeted for high prices in bill passing the House
The bill allows the state to revoke the nonprofit status of a health system or hospital that charges especially high fees.
Senate Republicans approve limiting health insurance program for Hoosiers
Senate Republicans unanimously greenlit a bill imposing certain provisions to the Healthy Indiana Plan, including adding a cap to the program—meaning hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers could lose coverage.
Partisan school boards, payday lending bills move forward
With the committee deadline over, lawmakers are now working with fewer bills in the 2025 session.
Advocates warn of wide-ranging impact of proposed HIP changes
Senate Bill 2 would introduce restrictions on the Healthy Indiana Plan, a Medicaid program that pays for the health care needs of more than 750,000 Hoosiers.