After fast start, electric cars need a recharge as range limits, cost leave some drivers skeptical
Adding to the headwinds: an incoming new U.S. president who has disparaged government support for electric vehicles.
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Trump fills out his economic team with two veterans of his first administration
Trump on Tuesday announced he has chosen international trade attorney Jamieson Greer to be his U.S. trade representative and Kevin Hassett as director of the White House National Economic Council.
New coalition seeks to reduce barriers for entrepreneurs in Indiana
The coalition is a state branch of the national nonprofit Right to Start, which advocates for laws that provide tax breaks, provide procurement dollars and reduce regulations for startups and small businesses.
Who’s on Braun’s transition councils? Mostly businesspeople and lawyers
Of the 147 people Braun chose to serve on his 12 transition councils, one in three are private-sector business leaders and two in three have not previously worked in state government, an IBJ analysis found.
Airline CEOs, Buttigieg fight over regulations even after election
The Biden administration is on its way out of power, but that’s not ending the arguments between Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and airlines that think they are being over-regulated.
Campaign pledges to raise teacher pay face uncertain future at Statehouse
Raising base salaries for teachers was a key focus of Gov.-elect Mike Braun’s platform during the governor’s race, but anxiety about the state budget might be a roadblock.
Incoming Indiana Gov. Mike Braun admonished by GOP colleagues for missed U.S. Senate votes
Recent absences from Capitol Hill by Braun and other outgoing GOP senators helped Democrats secure their picks for multiple lifetime federal judges.
Two-year tax task force releases property, income and business recommendations
Democrats assailed the recommendations as not providing enough relief to Hoosier taxpayers, and for giving “handouts” to businesses.
Gov.-elect Braun unveils streamlined cabinet plan with eight policy focuses
Braun’s new cabinet will seek to model “efficiency, accountability and communication in state government,” he said in a news release.
Democrat women push state party to act on sexual harassment allegations
The letter accuses the Indiana Democratic party of hiding allegations and sheltering offenders. It also demands transparent investigations into any and all allegations of sexual harassment and assault involving party members.
Prominent Republicans back ‘safe and regulated’ marijuana legalization group
“It’s time, Indiana—time to tax and regulate marijuana for adults 21 and up, just like alcohol,” Safe and Regulated Indiana says in its first advertisement.
Tutoring programs funded by feds face uncertain future in Indiana
Tutoring and intervention programs helped Indiana students recover from COVID-related learning loss. Now the programs—funded by federal COVID relief money—could end if Indiana lawmakers don’t make room for them in the state budget.
Congressional panel urges toughening U.S.-China trade relationship
In its annual report to Congress released Tuesday, the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission called for the first time for ending permanent normal trade relations with Beijing.
Trump’s casting call as he builds out his administration: TV experience preferred
There’s a common trait that President-elect Donald Trump is clearly prizing as he selects those to serve in his new administration: experience on television.
Indiana Legislature kicks off 2025 session with Organization Day
A balanced budget and property-tax relief are among the priorities for state legislators in the Indiana General Assembly.
Securing funds for venture capital a top priority for Indiana tech lobby
An expected tight budget cycle could limit how much lawmakers are willing to designate for existing technical investments—never mind additional requests.
Trump naming former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy to be transportation secretary
Duffy would replace Pete Buttigieg, the former presidential candidate and South Bend mayor, who has served in the position since 2021.
City-County Council committee approves billboard regulation changes
The move is part of a compromise after state lawmakers nearly passed a similar provision into law this year.
Roster of Indiana Senate committee chairs unchanged for 2025 session
Ahead of Organization Day at the Indiana Statehouse on Tuesday, Senate President Pro Tem Rod Bray released his slate of Republican committee chairs.
Statehouse leaders plan to prioritize balanced budget over policy overhauls
During the Indiana Chamber Legislative Preview event, Statehouse leaders said the biggest issue on the table—and a major campaign talking point—is property taxes.