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Empowering Hoosiers


John,



Governor Braun and his administration have continued this week at full speed,
delivering on his promises to improve education, streamline government
services, and protect Hoosiers.



Governor Braun announced new partnerships to better connect students with
career opportunities, ensuring they are prepared for success whether they
choose college, the workforce, or military service. These new partnerships and
will better our students for whatever future they choose, and are key to
Governor Braun's Freedom and Opportunity Agenda for education.



Governor Braun also issued two executive orders modernize and improve the
Bureau of Motor Vehicles and the transportation permitting process, placing
customer service at the forefront of his administration view towards state
services.



Following yesterday's severe storms, Governor Braun activated the Indiana
National Guard to aid in recovery efforts for all impacted Hoosiers.



Our representatives in the General Assembly have also been hard at work,
sending bills to Governor Braun's desk aimed at increasing government
efficiency, protecting the rights and safety of Hoosiers, and more.



Our Republican leadership has taken decisive action to support, protect, and
empower Hoosiers, and the Indiana GOP is proud to stand with them in these
efforts.



As always, thank you for being a part of our team. Please feel free to reach
out if there's anything I can assist with.







Lana Keesling, Indiana GOP Chairwoman


 

 


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Governor Braun Announces New Partnerships Providing High School Students a
Direct Path to their Future



Governor Mike Braun on Wednesday, announced new partnerships with higher
education, business and industry, and the Indiana National Guard that will more
efficiently connect Indiana high school students with their future goals.



What he said: “I want to thank Governor Braun for his leadership and also our
partners for their unwavering commitment to Hoosier students. As we continue
implementation of the new diploma, I look forward to growing our list of
partners who want to ensure Hoosier students have a more seamless path to their
future.”"

- Secretary of Education Dr. Jenner, via a press release
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Governor Braun Signs Executive Orders to Modernize the BMV and Streamline
Permitting in Transportation



Governor Mike Braun on Tuesday, signed two executive orders to improve
customer service for Hoosiers: one modernizing technology at the BMV to better
serve Hoosiers, and another to streamline the permitting process in Indiana’s
transportation network.




What he said: “Customer service was always my top priority when I was building
my business, and it’s my top priority for Hoosiers as well. Governor Mitch
Daniels revolutionized the BMV twenty years ago, and the time has now come to
build on that progress with a new modernization effort. The BMV is the one
place where nearly everyone interacts with their state government, and these
modernization solutions will allow the BMV to deliver the best-in-class
customer service Hoosiers deserve.”

- Governor Braun, via a press release
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📱 News You Can Use


Governor Mike Braun activated
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the Indiana National Guard to aid with storm recovery after severe weather
impacted at least 41 counties across Indiana. Damage assessments and recovery
operations are ongoing.



Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith held
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Franklin, calling for open dialogue, respect, and a shared commitment to making
our state better.



Secretary Diego Morales visited
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all 92 Indiana counties within the first three months of 2025.



Treasurer Daniel Elliot shared
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Indiana Right to Life of North Central Indiana, saying, "It was emotional
because I’ve seen the struggles single moms face when choosing life despite
overwhelming challenges."



Comptroller Elise Nieshalla called
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for an investigation into overreach by EU Corporate Sustainability Directives
that subject American companies to comply with the environmental, social and
governance (ESG) disclosure rules in their domestic operations.



Attorney General Todd Rokita told
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a U.S. district court that federal and state authorities are operating well
within the boundaries of the U.S. Constitution when they deny inmates’ requests
for sex-change surgeries or hormone treatments.



Senator Todd Young reintroduced
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, alongside Senator Reed, reintroduced theUnity through Service Act,
legislation that would create a whole of government approach to addressing
military, national, and public service needs.



Senator Jim Banks introduced
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,alongside Senator Fetterman, the Fortifying Refrigeration Infrastructure and
Developing Global Exports (FRIDGE) Act. This legislation directs the U.S.
Department of Agriculture to secure contracts for needs assessments, training,
and technical assistance to support infrastructure development, including cold
chain storage, in emerging foreign markets.



Congressman Rudy Yakym introduced
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Brake for Kids Act, legislation that will require the Department of
Transportation to release a Public Service Announcement (PSA) on the dangers of
illegally passing stopped school buses.



Congressman Marlin Stutzman introduced
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theProtect American Beef Act to grant the President the authority to take
actions as necessary, including placing a duty on imported Australian Wagyu
beef and to establish a reciprocal trade agreement between the United States
and Australia as it concerns beef products.



Congressman Jim Baird voted
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rescind the Biden Administration’s unreasonable energy standards for commercial
refrigeration equipment and walk-in coolers and freezers.



Congresswoman Victoria Spartz held
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meetings in Hamilton and Delaware counties, engaging directly with hundreds of
constituents to discuss the key issues impacting Hoosiers.



Congressman Jefferson Shreve spoke
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on the House Floor about his time meeting with local business owners, Hoosier
farmers, realtors, senior citizens, and constituents across Indiana's 6th
District.



Congressman Mark Messmer introduced
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Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act to make it easier for
employers to provide childcare and dependent care assistance to their workers
by removing unnecessary regulations that prohibit them from doing so.



Congresswoman Erin Houchin introduced
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introduced four major legislative proposals aimed at strengthening education,
defending American institutions from foreign influence, supporting families in
crisis, and improving outcomes for children in foster care.



 


SEA 222: Limits how a legal services provider may use funds from the civil
legal aid fund. Relocates a provision concerning fund distribution. Repeals the
distribution formula of the civil legal aid fund statute. Requires the office
of judicial administration to annually report certain information regarding the
civil legal aid fund to the state budget committee.



SEA 421: Updates Indiana's publication procedures for IURC hearings, allowing
notices in print or electronic editions if newspapers publish less than three
times a week, and replaces references to "stenographer" with "court reporter"
in utility regulations. It also repeals obsolete provisions on alternative
energy projects and increases civil penalties for pipeline safety violations to
align with federal standards.



SEA 422: Defines "advanced transmission technologies" and requires electric
utilities to include plans for their use in integrated resource plans (IRPs)
filed after 2025 and 2029. It also mandates an IURC study on these
technologies, with findings reported in 2026, and allows cost recovery for
related investments.



SEA 199: Provides that two or more candidates of a political party may sign a
written statement indicating their desire to name a watcher to be present at a
county primary election. Allows a county chairman of a political party to
appoint a watcher to each precinct in which the political party has a candidate
on the ballot if two or more candidates do not sign a written statement to
request a watcher.



SEA 211: Permits the use of funds from the clean water Indiana fund to manage
invasive plant species.



SEA 314: Provides various tax exemptions for the Women's National Basketball
Association All-Star Game, including ancillary events, when held in Indiana.



SEA 477: Clarifies state ownership of low head dams, allows certain removals
without a permit, sets warning sign standards, permits a $1 million bond for
financial responsibility, and extends permit validity for dam removals.



HEA 1012: Mandates that by July 1, 2026, law enforcement agencies must adopt
protocols to notify property owners of accident-related damage or debris on
their property.



HEA 1095: Provides that the Indiana crime guns task force area may include
Lake County. Increases the number of executive board members required for a
quorum from five to seven. Specifies that the position for which the
chairperson voted prevails in the case of a tie vote as long as that position
has received the affirmative votes of at least four members of the executive
board.



HEA 1132: Provides that the Indiana finance authority is required to provide
staff support for the Indiana stadium and convention building authority board.



HEA 1196: Provides that an eligible entity with a population of less than
38,000 is not subject to the political party membership requirements for a
board of aviation commissioners or an airport authority.


 

Upcoming Events Across the State


April 4: Newton County Lincoln Day Dinner
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April 5: Vermillion County Lincoln Day Dinner
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April 5: Adams County Lincoln Day Gala
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April 5: Indiana Federation of Republican Women Spring Board Meeting
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April 15: Perry Township Lincoln Day Dinner
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April 17: Floyd County Lincoln Day Dinner
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April 22: Allen County Lincoln Day Dinner
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April 22: Harrison County Lincoln Day Dinner
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April 24: Morgan County Lincoln Day Dinner
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April 25: Clark County Lincoln Day Dinner
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April 25: Perry County Lincoln Day Dinner
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April 26: Howard County Century Club Breakfast
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April 26: Hendricks County Freedom and Family Day
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April 28: Orange County Lincoln Day Dinner
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April 30: Fulton County "We are your Voice"
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May 2: Johnson County Lincoln Day Dinner
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May 7: Warrick County Lincoln Day Dinner
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May 9: Jay County Lincoln Day Dinner
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May 14: Bartholomew County Lincoln Day Dinner
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May 17: White County Lincoln Day Dinner
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May 23: Whitley County Lincoln Day Dinner
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June 6: Carroll County Lincoln Day Dinner
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June 13: Henry County Golf Outing
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July 25: Newton County Golf Outing
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August 23: Indiana Federation of Republican Women Convention
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August 23: Indiana Federation of Republican Women's Tribute
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