Governor Mike Braun directed all flags to be flown at half-staff in the State of Indiana on Thursday, May 15, 2025, in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day.
Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith launched a series of mobile office hours across Indiana, giving Hoosiers the chance to connect with his office directly in their own communities.
Secretary Diego Morales reminds Hoosier voters that they will be receiving postcards in the mail soon as part of a statewide voter list maintenance. The goal is to identify outdated, duplicate, and inaccurate voter registrations to improve the accuracy and integrity of Indiana’s voter registration list.
Treasurer Daniel Elliott celebrated National Police Week by honoring the brave men and women of law enforcement who put their lives on the line to protect our communities every day.
Comptroller Elise Nieshalla held a meeting for the Indiana Deferred Compensation Comittee on Thursday, May 15. The Committee serves to oversee investment options for the State Employees’ Deferred Compensation Plan.
Attorney General Todd Rokita issued a letter to the University of Notre Dame concerning the university’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies and practices, which potentially violate federal and state civil rights laws and the terms of the university’s nonprofit status.
Senator Todd Young introduced the Motorsports Fairness and Permanency Act, legislation that would make permanent a tax classification on depreciating assets for motorsports entertainment facilities. The legislation would allow venues to more effectively plan improvements and make safety updates, bringing additional jobs and positive economic impacts to surrounding communities.
Senator Jim Banks introduced the Preventing PLA Acquisition of U.S. Technology Act. The bill prohibits U.S. government agencies, federally funded universities, and private companies receiving federal funds from partnering on sensitive research with Chinese entities linked to China’s military-civil fusion strategy.
Congressman Rudy Yakym joined a bipartisan coalition to introduce the Disabling Enemy Flight Entry and Neutralizing Suspect Equipment (DEFENSE) Act, legislation that permits trained state and local law enforcement officers to intercept and disable hostile drones at stadiums and other large-scale events protected by temporary flight restrictions.
Congressman Marlin Stutzman applauded Trump's decision to lift Syrian sanctions. Last month, Rep. Stutzman had the opportunity to visit Syria and meet with President al-Sharaa, where they discussed the possible suspending or lifting of sanctions, bettering trade relations between the U.S. and Syria, and the potential of Syria joining the Abraham Accords. Rep. Stutzman released the following statement about the meeting and lifting of sanctions.
Congressman Jim Baird applauded the passage of the House Agriculture Committee's Section of the One Big, Beautiful Bill.
Congresswoman Victoria Spartz connected with constituents from Indiana's 5th district to discuss reforms and issues facing the manufacturing and transportation industry.
Congressman Jefferson Shreve spent time in Connersville and joined State Senator Jean Leising, State Treasurer Daniel Elliot, and fellow Republicans at the Fayette County Lincoln Day Dinner.
Congressman Mark Messmer met with students from Indiana's 8th district who will make excellent military academy prospects. He stated, "America is in great shape with the caliber of young people willing to defend our country!"
Congresswoman Erin Houchin announced the appointment of General Dale Lyles, Adjutant General of the Indiana National Guard (Ret.), as Chair of Indiana’s 9th Congressional District Military Academy Nomination Boards and as a member of the United States Military Academy (West Point) Nomination Panel.
