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| Supporting Hoosier Mothers, Protecting Life |
I presented my bill, Senate Bill 98, to the Senate Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy, Tuesday, Jan. 16. It was an honor to speak in front of my colleagues and start the conversation on more ways Indiana can support mothers and protect life.
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Session Recap and Preview
Great things happened this week and there is more to come next week, including: I am proud of the progress Senate Republicans have made so far during the 2024 legislative session, and
look forward to seeing what more we can do for Hoosiers in the coming weeks.
To learn more, click here.
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Improving Hoosier Students' Reading Skills
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A student's ability to read is fundamental to their success in school. Unfortunately, nearly 1 in 5 Hoosier third graders lack basic reading skills.
Senate Republicans are prioritizing Senate Bill 1 this legislative session to help improve Hoosier students' reading skills.
This bill would:
- Provide "gold standard" Science of Reading instruction to children in kindergarten through eighth grade;
- Commit to early detection and remediation for students not reading at grade level; and
- As a last resort, retain certain third graders who are not reading well enough to move on to fourth grade after a full year of remediation.
Our students first learn to read, then read to learn, which is why it is critical for them to have foundational literacy skills. This comprehensive plan would provide our children with a more involved and improved reading education, ultimately helping them improve their chances of success during school and beyond.
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Energy Assistance Available
With temperatures dropping, Hoosiers may face higher utility bills while trying to keep their homes warm.
The state's Energy Assistance Program provides a one-time annual benefit - paid directly to the utility vendor - to assist with home energy costs.
Eligible Hoosiers can apply online here or by calling 211.
For more information and to apply, click here.
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Wishing a 'Happy Birthday' to the following members of Senate District 17 for the month of January. |
Valerie Keller, 80 years old
Vivian Anderson, 81 years old
Donna Roth, 82 years old
Sarah Massingale, 83 years old
Della Gossett, 84 years old |
Barbara Strasser, 85 years old
Florence Craw, 86 years old
Donald Ransom, 87 years old
Jane Gratz, 88 years old
Macqueline Githens, 89 years old |
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