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General Assembly Kicks Off 2025 Session
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This week, I gathered with fellow legislators at the Statehouse for Organization Day – the ceremonial start of the 124th Indiana General Assembly.
Organization Day includes the swearing in of new and returning members of the General Assembly who take the formal oath of office to begin a new term. It also marks the annual first roll call of all state lawmakers.
During the first session of each General Assembly, lawmakers craft a comprehensive budget to fund government services for the next two fiscal years. As always, I will advocate for fiscally responsible policies to ensure Indiana passes another balanced budget that serves all Hoosiers well.
Addressing the concerns of my constituents is always my number one priority during the legislative session, and I hope to hear from you as we resume that work.
Residents of Senate District 17 may contact me with any questions or comments they may have online or by phone at 800-382-9467.
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Supporting Hoosier Veterans: Tax Relief
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Indiana offers two property tax deductions for eligible veterans or their surviving spouse:
- An honorably discharged veteran with a service-connected disability rating of at least 10% is entitled to a $24,960 property tax deduction each year.
- An honorably discharged veteran with a total disability or who is at least 62 years old with a disability rating of at least 10% is entitled to a $14,000 property tax deduction if the assessed value of the property is less than $240,000.
Indiana also offers military service income tax deductions for active and reserve members. All income earned from active or reserve military service is exempt from Indiana's income tax.
Additionally, members of the reserve components of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Merchant Marine or the Indiana National Guard may receive an income tax deduction for all military income received.
Military retirement benefits are exempt from Indiana income tax.
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Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA)
in.gov/dva | 317-232-3910
Toll-free in state: 800-400-4520
IDVA's mission is to Support, Serve and Advocate for the Indiana Veteran Community.
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Veterans of Foreign
Wars (VFW)
vfwin.org
317-377-1795
Fosters camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts, serves veterans, the military and our communities. Advocates on behalf of all veterans.
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Hoosier Women Veterans
in.gov/dva/women-veterans
317-232-3910
Devoted to providing resources for women veterans and their friends and families.
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American Legion
legion.org | 800-433-3318
Indiana: 317-860-3100
Committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans. |
Veterans' Problem-Solving Courts
Find a local contact at:
courtapps.in.gov/reports/api/pscdirectory
Veterans' Problem-Solving Courts are meant to help veterans that commit low-level offenses who may be dealing with drug addition or mental health issues.
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Military Family Relief Fund
in.gov/dva/2329.htm
317-232-3910
The Military Family Relief Fund provides emergency financial assistance to households of veterans who served on active duty during any armed conflict.
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Veterans Crisis Support
veteranscrisisline.net | 800-273-8255
If you or someone you know is having a crisis or harmful thoughts/actions, call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 or dial 9-8-8 and press 1.
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Indiana State Parks Seek Input
Indiana State Parks is planning for its future and needs your input about current offerings and ideas you may have.
Participants will be entered into a drawing for prizes like camping or state park inn gift cards.
To take the survey, click here. |
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Marvin Harmon, 80 years old
Dana Oxendine, 81 years old
Ronnie Boxell, 82 years old
Sonya Mullins, 83 years old
Douglas Unger, 84 years old |
Norma Cerezo, 85 years old
Sammie Miles, 86 years old
Lisa Miller, 87 years old
Brent Louthan, 88 years old
Leslie Joseph, 89 years old |
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