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Sacrifice & Hope

During this Holy Week, Hoosiers across the state -- including my family -- are reflecting. We're spending time reflecting on the sacrifice Jesus made for us all, but also the service and sacrifice our fellow Hoosiers are making during this challenging time.

It’s our doctors, nurses and other medical professionals putting themselves in harm’s way to help those in need. It’s our farmers, truck drivers and grocery clerks making sure we still have access to the necessities of life. It's our police officers and firefighters continuing to report for duty, keeping our communities safe. It’s other essential employees doing their job to make sure our state keeps operating.

And, really, it's every Hoosier doing what needs to be done -- hunkering down at home and social distancing to save lives. After all, as Governor Holcomb has been saying, we're in this together.

As we look to Easter this Sunday, I’m filled with hope. Just as Jesus was resurrected and lives, I know that soon our state and our communities will come back stronger than ever.

Happy Easter.

- Chairman Kyle Hupfer
Happy Passover, Hoosiers!

Happy Passover to all Hoosiers of the Jewish faith! We hope that you are able to celebrate this important time at home with your family. 
Governor Holcomb's Week That Was

Keeping Hoosiers Safe: Coronavirus

 Governor Holcomb continues to take action to lead our state during this challenging time.

This week, he extended Indiana’s Hunker Down Hoosiers Stay-at-Home Order. He also identified businesses that provide the necessities of life, and how businesses should operate moving forward during this order. Additionally, he provided updates on Indiana's infrastructure plans. With less traffic on the roads, INDOT is getting a jumpstart on its construction plans.

Recap of this week's news:

  • Extension of Indiana’s Hunker Down Hoosiers Stay-at-Home Order:
    • Frequently asked questions answered here.
    • Retail business that provide necessities of life may stay open if they:
      • Limit the number of customers in a store at any one time.
      • Adjust hours to accommodate vulnerable populations, such as the elderly.
      • Limit hours so they can restock and clean.
      • Comply with all mitigation measures to protect employees and customers.
    • Retail business not providing necessities of life may stay open if they:
      • Restrict sales to online or call-in ordering with delivery or curbside pickup.
      • Businesses must comply with social distancing, sanitation and other mitigation measures to protect employees.
  • Infrastructure Updates:
    • Vehicle traffic is down 40% during the week and over 50% on the weekends!
    • Community Crossings grants were awarded this week, which assist local communities with the repair, ongoing maintenance, and improvement of their roads and bridges.
    • 217 Community Crossing grants are being awarded in 61 counties and 156 cities and towns…for a total of $126.5 million in matching grants! Check here to see if your county or community has been awarded funds!
    • And with fewer Hoosiers on the roads, INDOT is jumpstarting road construction across the state. This includes:
      • I-70 on the east side of Indianapolis will be closed for major repairs. Originally scheduled to take five months to complete, it will now be done in one month.
      • Section Six of I-69 (between Martinsville and Indianapolis) continues to move forward as scheduled.
      • Projects are occurring all over the state, including the Lloyd Expressway in Evansville and I-469 in Fort Wayne.
To stay up to date on the latest developments, please make you're following Governor Holcomb on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!

Thank you to every Hoosier who is doing his or her part to stop the spread of the coronavirus and flatten the curve. We're #INThisTogether! 
Resources: A State That Works Together
 
As news and information on the coronavirus continue to rapidly change -- we want to make sure you have the resources you need to stay up to date! 
  • Indiana State Department of Health - The Indiana State Department of Health is posting important information, and frequent updates to their website. Check out their website here! 
  • Indiana Coronavirus Hotline - Get help with any questions you have regarding COVID-19 via Indiana's toll-free, 24/7 hotline! Call 877-826-0011!
  • FAQ's on Indiana's Stay-at-Home Order -- This FAQ has been updated to reflect questions on this week’s latest order. Click here for answers to your questions!
  • File for Unemployment - Many Hoosiers are temporarily unemployed due to COVID-19. Click here for information and to file for unemployment! 
We're in this together! Help one another, and share these resources with friends and family who need them!
Election Update: June 2 Primary
 
Indiana's primary election date has been moved to Tuesday, June 2. During this primary, any registered voter has the option to cast their ballot via a mail-in absentee ballot.
 

Upcoming primary election dates for your calendar –
 
Monday, May 4: Voter Registration Deadline
Tuesday, May 5: Early Voting Begins In Person
Friday, May 8: End of Pre-Primary Election Campaign Finance Reporting Period
Thursday, May 14: Traveling Boards Begin
Thursday, May 21: Deadline for a Request for an Absentee By-Mail Ballot to Be Received by the Clerk or Board of Elections and Registration 
Sunday, May 31: End of Pre-Primary Supplemental Campaign Finance Large Contribution Reporting Period
Monday, June 1: Deadline for Traveling Boards & Noon Deadline for Early Voting
Tuesday, June 2: Primary Day (noon is the deadline to return absentee ballots)

News You Can Use

Governor Eric Holcomb announces businesses that can stay open under executive order
Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch discusses #INthistogether campaign
Senator Todd Young is calling on WHO chief to testify before Senate committee
Senator Mike Braun talks business during pandemic      
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski discusses Paycheck Protection Program
Congressman Jim Banks wants to bring criminal case to China over coronavirus coverup
Congresswoman Susan Brooks discusses state, federal response to COVID-19
Congressman Greg Pence says in the face of a challenge, Americans always unite as one
Congressman Larry Bucshon discusses Good Samaritan Health Professionals Act
Congressman Trey Hollingsworth offers updated coronavirus resources    
 
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