Indiana’s 24,000 federal employees among those offered buyouts
Workers in Indiana were among the millions of federal employees who on Tuesday received a memo offering the option to resign while still receiving pay through September.
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Indiana casino relocation nixed without a vote
A bill to move a casino license from Rising Sun to New Haven was pulled by the chairman of the Public Policy Committee.
Gov. Mike Braun doubles down on campaign promises in first State of the State address
On Wednesday, most of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus boycotted the event, instead opting to host their own rally.
Trump White House reverses course, rescinds freeze on federal grants
The Trump administration withdrew the order a day after a federal judge in Washington temporarily halted its implementation until Feb. 3.
Indiana lawmaker seeks regulations for early-wage-access industry
Critics of the bill, authored by Republican Rep. Jake Teshka, summed the proposal up as “re-warmed payday lending.”
Trump offering federal workers buyouts in effort to shrink government
The email sent to millions of employees said those who leave their posts voluntarily will receive about eight months of salary, but they have to choose to do so by Feb. 6.
UPDATE: Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration freeze on federal grants, loans
The Trump administration plan had plunged the U.S. government into panic and confusion, and set the stage for a constitutional clash over control of taxpayer money.
Legal battle looms as Trump orders funding freeze during review of federal loans, grants
The White House is pausing federal grants and loans starting Tuesday as President Donald Trump’s administration begins an across-the-board ideological review of its spending.
Bill would give Indy residents choice to pay higher taxes for better roads
The measure includes a provision to allow Marion County residents to vote, through a referendum, for property-tax hikes that would be used to pay for road improvements.
Westfield seeks state support for taxing district near Grand Park
The city will need state legislators to amend existing rules for professional sports and convention development areas for one to be created at Grand Park Sports Campus.
New bid for TikTok from Perplexity AI could give U.S. government 50% stake
The Perplexity proposal comes as several investors are expressing interest in TikTok. President Donald Trump said late Saturday that he expects a deal will be made in as soon as 30 days.
Federal Reserve expected to stand pat on rates even as Trump demands cuts
Fed officials have clearly signaled they expect to skip a rate hike, at least in January, to evaluate the job market and economy.
IPS won’t allow ICE inside schools without a warrant
The message came after the Trump administration issued a new directive that allows ICE officers to arrest people in sensitive areas, including schools, churches, hospitals and childcare centers.
Bill seeks more income tax revenue for Hamilton County cities, especially Fishers
A bill aimed at adjusting the way income taxes are distributed in Hamilton County seeks to address a disparity in revenue received by Fishers—a situation that has lingered for years.
Housing advocacy groups see hope in bipartisan evictions legislation
Advocates say the legislation will help reduce the harm eviction filings can have on renters seeking housing, particularly in Marion County where the eviction rate is high.
Social media ban for Hoosiers under 16 gets Indiana Senate greenlight
A bill prohibiting some Hoosier minors from using social media without their parents’ permission got bipartisan support in the Indiana Senate on Thursday and moved to the House for further consideration.
Anti-DEI bills take heat, but pass Indiana Senate committee
For four hours on Wednesday, and with tempers flaring throughout, Indiana lawmakers and plenty of constituents debated whether diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, efforts combat or constitute discrimination.
Indiana Senate committee advances several health care bills
Legislators voted to move five of the six bills forward in the legislative process, including bills banning non-compete agreements for physicians and placing limits on prior authorization.
Libraries fire back on Indiana bill to remove taxing authority
According to the Indiana State Library, roughly 237 libraries throughout the state have the power to introduce a levy on property taxes, an authority overseen by the Department of Local Government Finance.
GOP lawmakers eye small nuclear in Indiana despite concerns over cost, feasibility
Consumer advocates argue the novel technology is “too risky” and will come at a “massive” cost to ratepayers.