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Attorney General Todd Rokita introudces White House Border Czar Tom Homan during the Fairness For Hoosiers event.
Liberty in Action
As Indiana’s Attorney General, fighting for your liberty is my top priority. Below are some highlights of our work!
◊ Reviewing Rokita
◊ Fighting Illegal Immigration
◊ Empowering Parents, Providing Transparency
◊ Stopping All Forms of DEI
◊ Protecting Consumers From Recalls
◊ Returning Unclaimed Property to Hoosiers
How can we help you?
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Contact our Office for additional information, resources and more.
REVIEWING ROKITA
"Attorney General Todd Rokita is working hard for Indiana! Todd is a leader." -Larry
"Good to see Todd’s concentrating on the issues of those who elected him." -Kevin
"Thank you, Todd! Please continue rooting out the evil!" -Leslie
"Proud to have you as our AG. Great job, Todd." -Matthew
"Keep up the good work and I hope many other states Attorney General’s follow your example." -Damien
"Keep up the great work Todd! We are so blessed to have you as our AG!" -Laura
"Thank you Attorney General Todd Rokita, for standing for truth and for protecting our kids!" -Janet
"Thank you, Todd, for using common sense and good values to help lead our state." -Scott
"Great job, Todd, for rooting out the demons" -Terry
AROUND INDIANA
with Attorney General Todd Rokita
Oct 14: Attorney General hosts Fairness For Hoosiers Event
Attorney General Rokita hosted the Fairness For Hoosiers event, which brought together state and national leaders to discuss the illegal immigration crisis, its impact on Indiana, and the steps needed to address it. The event featured Border Czar Tom Homan, Former Acting DHS Secretary Chad Wolf, Governor Mike Braun, State Rep. J.D. Prescott, and others.
At the event, Attorney General Rokita announced a partnership with Rep. Prescott to introduce the Fairness Act and called on the General Assembly to get it passed in the upcoming session.
You can watch the full event here:
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Oct 4: Attorney General attends Bloomfield Apple Festival in Greene County.
Attorney General Rokita was given the honor to announce the new princess and queen at the annual Bloomfield Apple Festival. Located in Greene County this was the 4th year of the event. The red, white and Bloomfield theme event brought the community together for three days full of sugar and spice and of course apples.
The festival offers carnival rides, art exhibits, food, live music and various contests including best apple pie and pedal tractor race.
Congrats to this year’s Princess, Queen, Miss Congeniality winners, First Runner-Up, and People’s Choice awardees! And thank you to everyone who helped put this event together!
Sept 26: Attorney General Rokita tours Central Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters in Greenwood
Attorney General Todd Rokita took a tour of the Central Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters in Greenwood. The organization empowers thousands of union carpenters and skilled tradespeople with resources like advanced training and continuing education.
These dedicated professionals are essential to our communities, building, repairing, and maintaining the infrastructure we rely on. It was an honor to tour their state-of-the-art training workshop, where carpenters honing their craft with cutting-edge tools. The event was also attended by high school students looking to go into the trades field.
Sept 23: New deputy attorneys general sworn in
Attorney General Rokita swore in four outstanding deputy attorneys general and greeted the newest members of our dedicated team at the Office of the Attorney General. Public service demands a servant's heart, and these individuals exemplify that commitment.
They are already making significant contributions to our mission of upholding justice, safeguarding our communities, and delivering meaningful results for the people of Indiana!
Sept 21: Charlie Kirk Vigil held in Adams County
On the day of Charlie Kirk's funeral, millions gathered across the nation, including hundreds at the Adams County Courthouse, to honor his enduring legacy. Attorney General Todd Rokita shared thoughts on how to unite and carry Charlie's mission forward. Afterward the crowd joined together to light candles and worship.
Sept 20: AG Rokita honors Charlie Kirk at celebration in Fort Wayne
Hundreds gathered at the Indian Trails Park Concert Pavilion in Fort Wayne for a heartfelt vigil to remember Charlie Kirk’s life and legacy. Attorney General Rokita shared personal stories about Charlie. United in prayer, the community reflected on his profound impact and the work still ahead. The celebration of life honoring the late Turning Point founder. The event was one of many across the country to honor Kirk's life.
NEWS ABOUT THE OFFICE
Attorney General Rokita, IDEM champion EPA's
rollback of terrible regulations to
boost Hoosier economy, cut red tape
Attorney General Todd Rokita and Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) Commissioner Clint Woods are championing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) plan to repeal burdensome and ineffective climate regulations for cars and trucks that hurt Hoosiers and the economy. These regulations, which cost Americans $54 billion annually, rest on the Obama EPA’s controversial 2009 decision to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.
Attorney General Rokita said these regulations restrict Hoosiers’ ability to access affordable, reliable vehicles and hurt Indiana’s small businesses in the manufacturing and industrial industries.
“These rules are a bureaucratic power grab that burdens hardworking Hoosiers and families with unaffordable regulations,” Rokita said. “By scrapping it, the EPA would be restoring common sense, the rule of law, and American energy independence. We fully support the rollback to restore polices that put our country back on the path to prosperity and protect Hoosier workers.”
The letter, submitted last week, argues the Obama EPA misused a statute that Congress designed in the 1960s and 1970s to tackle local problems like smog, not global warming. Recent Supreme Court decisions have made clear that EPA cannot regulate carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases based on speculative concerns about their indirect effects on the environment.
Attorney General Rokita added that the rule’s science is shaky, relying on outdated predictions that overstate CO2’s impact. Even if the U.S. stopped all car emissions, it wouldn’t noticeably change global temperatures. Meanwhile, these rules inflate car prices by thousands, hitting low-income Hoosiers hardest and keeping older, dirtier vehicles on the road.
As Indiana’s lead environmental regulator, Commissioner Woods emphasized IDEM’s success in balancing air quality gains with economic growth.
“The U.S. EPA’s 2009 Endangerment Finding and its resulting greenhouse gas regulations exceed the Agency’s limited authority under the Clean Air Act and suffer from significant scientific, procedural, and legal defects," said IDEM Commissioner Woods. "Given Indiana’s primary responsibility for air pollution control, its proven track record of improving air quality, and its bottom-up success in reducing greenhouse gases without federal overreach, IDEM strongly supports reconsidering these heavy-handed standards that impose costs on Hoosiers without delivering measurable environmental benefits.”
In July, U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin visited Indianapolis to announce the proposal on U.S. energy policy and deregulation.
Read the joint letter
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here.
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Court rules Indiana may require biological sex on birth certificates rather than retroactive listings of ‘gender identity’
Attorney General Todd Rokita praises win for common sense
A federal district court handed a victory recently to Indiana’s policy of listing biological sex rather than gender identity on birth certificates. The court denied a request by the Americans for Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) for a preliminary injunction against the policy.
"This ruling is a win for truth, reason and, of course, common sense,” Attorney General Rokita said. “Biological sex is an undeniable fact, not a feeling to be rewritten on official documents. Indiana will continue standing firm in protecting the integrity of birth certificates, ensuring they reflect reality, not ideology."
Earlier this year, Governor Mike Braun issued an executive order reiterating that the terms “sex” and “gender” in the Indiana code refer to the biological characteristic of being male or female. To implement the order, the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) stopped changing birth certificates to list a person’s gender identity instead of the person’s sex.
This policy change prompted a lawsuit from individuals represented by the ACLU.
The federal district court declined to preliminarily enjoin Governor Braun’s executive order and IDOH’s policy. It rejected arguments that refusing to let a person self-define gender on birth certificates discriminates on the basis of sex, that transgender-identifying persons are a quasi-suspect class, and that there is a fundamental right to have gender identity listed on birth certificates.
Read the federal court decision
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Indiana Unclaimed Property Division on pace to break all-time annual record, returning over $77 million to Hoosiers already this year
Attorney General Todd Rokita says Hoosiers deserve their hard-earned money back in their pockets.
Attorney General Todd Rokita announced that with just 12 weeks remaining in 2025, Indiana’s Unclaimed Property Division, led by Amy Hendrix, is on track to surpass its all-time annual record for returning unclaimed funds to rightful owners. The division has already returned over $77 million in 2025, surpassing last year’s amount of $72 million, the second highest year, and is projected to easily exceed the 2023 record of $81 million by years end. Hoosiers across the state are reclaiming assets long held by the state.
Despite this success, Attorney General Rokita emphasized that many individuals remain unaware of funds waiting for them, driving the division’s mission.
"Our team is relentlessly driven to reconnect every dollar with its owner to provide a financial boost for hardworking families, businesses, and communities," said Attorney General Rokita. “Returning unclaimed property isn’t just our job—it’s a mission to restore what’s yours.”
Examples of unclaimed property include:
- Unclaimed wages or commissions
- Money orders
- Safety deposit box contents
- Savings and checking accounts
- Refunds
- Overpayments such as:
- Credit card balances
- Cell phone bills
- BMV payments.
How to keep your property from going unclaimed:
- Keep a record of all bank accounts.
- Cash all checks promptly
- Change address form with the US Postal Service when moving
- Open all the mail (in case there is a due diligence letter from the company holding their funds)
- Record all utility deposits, including telephone, cable, and electricity deposits.
- Record all stock certificates and be sure to cash all dividends received.
New property is added to indianaunclaimed.gov regularly. With nearly a billion dollars waiting to be claimed, Attorney General Rokita encourages everyone to spread the word to friends, family, coworkers, or others.
Visit
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IndianaUnclaimed.gov or text CLAIM to 46220 to search your name, family or business.
You can also contact the Unclaimed Property Division at 1-866-462-5246 or
mailto:[email protected]
[email protected] .
You may also like and/or follow the Unclaimed Property Division on
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Facebook .
A headshot of Attorney General Rokita is available for
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download.
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Attorney General Rokita eliminates DEI, enforces merit-based legal representation for Indiana
Attorney General Todd Rokita recently unveiled a robust new policy to protect Hoosiers from the unconstitutional diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices infiltrating law firms seeking to represent the State of Indiana. Effective October 2025, this policy will ensure that only firms committed to merit-based excellence and traditional American values of fairness will serve the state.
The Office of the Indiana Attorney General, tasked with approving most executive branch requests for outside counsel, is cracking down on woke ideologies that undermine equal treatment under the law. This move reinforces Indiana’s commitment to rejecting discriminatory practices that prioritize race or sex over competence.
“The executive branch of Indiana state government is leading the charge against the radical left’s woke DEI agenda, which undermines our constitutional principles and divides Hoosiers with race-obsessed schemes,” said Attorney General Rokita. “This policy is a firewall to protect our state’s legal representation, ensuring that law firms reject divisive ideologies and uphold the meritocracy and fairness that reflect the values of hard-working Hoosiers.”
Recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings, including Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President & Fellows of Harvard Coll. (2023) and Ames v. Ohio Dep't of Youth Servs. (2025), have reaffirmed that race-based policies violate the U.S. Constitution’s Equal Protection Clause and federal civil rights laws. These landmark decisions expose DEI initiatives as not only divisive but illegal.
Under this new policy, the Attorney General will block contracts with law firms that engage in discriminatory practices, including:
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Using race or sex to make hiring, promotion or disciplinary decisions, undermining meritocracy.
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Forcing employees into trainings that push racial or sex-based stereotypes, indoctrinating workers with divisive narratives.
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Participating in programs like the Mansfield Certification, which impose quotas disguised as “diversity goals.”
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Setting diversity preferences, targets or set asides that prioritize identity over qualifications.
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Operating DEI fellowships, offices or committees that promote race or sex-based classifications, further entrenching woke ideology.
This policy applies to all new requests for outside counsel, as well as amendments or renewals of prior requests, ensuring a clean break from existing DEI-driven practices. It does not affect previously approved contracts but sets a strong precedent for future engagements.
Attorney General Rokita’s policy builds on his ongoing partnership with Governor Mike Braun to restore fairness in state contracting. In January 2025, Governor Braun issued an executive order banning state agencies from using taxpayer funds to support DEI initiatives that grant preferential treatment based on race. In July 2025, Attorney General Rokita and Governor Braun further strengthened state contracts by adding language to prohibit race- and sex-based discrimination, including DEI practices that violate Indiana and federal civil rights laws.
Read Attorney General Rokita’s full policy guidelines
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Attorney General Todd Rokita exposes public posts from educators glorifying Charlie Kirk’s assassination
Attorney General Todd Rokita’s office is actively reviewing public submissions regarding posts made by educators and administrators that glorified the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk.
According to Attorney General Rokita, his office has received hundreds of submissions through the Eyes on Education portal over the past week and is evaluating them for posting on a rolling basis. There are currently nine submissions live with many more expected over the coming days.
“Freedom of speech is a cornerstone of our Republic, but it does not shield individuals from the consequences of their words, especially when they are public servants who are getting paid with taxpayer dollars,” said Attorney General Rokita. “Statements that celebrate or glorify violence are deeply concerning, particularly when made by those entrusted with shaping young minds. Our office is committed to transparency by sharing verified submissions on the Eyes on Education portal, where many examples are already available.”
The Eyes on Education portal is a tool to help empower parents and community members to engage in their children’s education by submitting and reviewing materials or statements that may be inappropriate in school settings. Since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the portal has received numerous reports around the state of public comments or shared posts celebrating or glorifying the tragedy.
In recent days, several educators, including an administrator at Ball State University, have faced consequences, including resignations or terminations. Ball State University referenced Hedgepeth v. Britton, a federal ruling allowing schools to discipline employees whose public statements disrupt operations or undermine public trust.
Attorney General Rokita said Ball State’s legal analysis was correct and other higher education institutions, as well as secondary and elementary school boards, superintendents, principals and their attorneys should take notice.
To submit a report to the Eyes on Education portal, visit
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in.gov/attorneygeneral, select “Eyes on Education,” choose the school corporation and name, and upload relevant documents. A member of the Attorney General’s office may contact submitters for additional information. Verified submissions will be published regularly.
“Let me be clear: my office is not conducting investigations into these individuals,” Attorney General Rokita said. “Our goal is to provide transparency, equipping parents with the information they need to make informed decisions about their children’s education.”
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Attorney General Todd Rokita offers guidance for schools on addressing educators’ disrupting speech
Attorney General Todd Rokita has sent legal guidance to school superintendents and public university administrators explaining their authority consistent with the First Amendment to discipline or terminate educators who make public statements that are disruptive to school operations.
The assassination has generated grief and outrage across the nation. Disturbingly, some Indiana educators have exacerbated the pain and sorrow that many parents and students are feeling by making divisive statements that excuse or even celebrate Kirk’s death.
“When teachers or professors entrusted with shaping young minds cheer the violent death of a political figure, they forfeit the moral authority to stand in front of a classroom,” Attorney General Rokita said. “Free speech is not a license for public employees to disrupt government operations by destroying public trust through callous, crude, and controversial speech. Schools and universities have legal authority to act to restore public confidence in our schools by disciplining these teachers—up to and including termination.”
The Attorney General’s guidance makes clear that while educators retain First Amendment rights, those rights are not unlimited in the government employment context. Courts have consistently recognized that public employers may regulate government employee speech—including speech made in an employee’s private capacity—when it disrupts government operations. As the Supreme Court has said, “when a citizen enters government service, the citizen by necessity must accept certain limitations on his or her freedom.” Garcetti v. Ceballos, 547 U.S. 410, 418 (2006). That is especially true for teachers, who occupy uniquely sensitive and important positions.
The Attorney General’s guidance also explains that, in many if not most cases, the noxious speech some public-school teachers have engaged in with respect to Charlie Kirk could be proper subjects for disciplinary action by schools.
“Schools don’t need to wait for chaos to break out,” Rokita emphasized. “The law permits administrators to act proactively when a teacher’s speech threatens disruption or corrodes community confidence. Schools are well within their legal authority to prioritize protecting students and preserving public trust.”
The Attorney General’s Office has received hundreds of complaints from parents and other concerned Hoosiers about troubling comments made by educators on social media and in other forums. To promote accountability and transparency, the Attorney General encourages citizens to continue submitting complaints to the Eyes on Education portal on the Attorney General’s website.
“Parents are the most important voice in their children’s education,” Rokita said. “By sharing items of concern, you ensure that Indiana classrooms remain safe, supportive, and focused on educating our children, not indoctrinating them or exposing them to controversial political views. Together, we can and should hold educators to the highest standards.”
The full letter is available
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here.
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Hazardous toys, appliances, and more recalled in September
Attorney General Todd Rokita warns Hoosiers to act now to protect themselves and their families
Dangerous toys and appliances in your home could put your family at risk. Attorney General Todd Rokita is calling on all Hoosiers to check this month’s recall list to protect your loved ones. Items include children’s toys, a countertop oven and other items that can cause serious burns or even death.
“Hoosiers need to know if purchased items are defective or could harm them or their children,” Attorney General Todd Rokita said. “This month, several recalled products are related to children, so parents must pay close attention to ensure their kids’ safety. If you purchased a recalled item, stop using it immediately.”
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, click
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here to see the following consumer products were recalled in September.
If you believe you recently purchased a recalled product, stop using it, and check its recall notice (linked above for all products). Then follow the notice’s instructions, including where to return the product, how to get the product fixed, how to dispose of the product, how to receive a refund for the product, or what steps must be taken to receive a replacement product.
To view recalls issued prior to September visit the
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Attorney General Todd Rokita introudces White House Border Czar Tom Homan during the Fairness For Hoosiers event.
Liberty in Action
As Indiana’s Attorney General, fighting for your liberty is my top priority. Below are some highlights of our work!
◊ Reviewing Rokita
◊ Fighting Illegal Immigration
◊ Empowering Parents, Providing Transparency
◊ Stopping All Forms of DEI
◊ Protecting Consumers From Recalls
◊ Returning Unclaimed Property to Hoosiers
How can we help you?
[link removed]
Contact our Office for additional information, resources and more.
REVIEWING ROKITA
"Attorney General Todd Rokita is working hard for Indiana! Todd is a leader." -Larry
"Good to see Todd’s concentrating on the issues of those who elected him." -Kevin
"Thank you, Todd! Please continue rooting out the evil!" -Leslie
"Proud to have you as our AG. Great job, Todd." -Matthew
"Keep up the good work and I hope many other states Attorney General’s follow your example." -Damien
"Keep up the great work Todd! We are so blessed to have you as our AG!" -Laura
"Thank you Attorney General Todd Rokita, for standing for truth and for protecting our kids!" -Janet
"Thank you, Todd, for using common sense and good values to help lead our state." -Scott
"Great job, Todd, for rooting out the demons" -Terry
AROUND INDIANA
with Attorney General Todd Rokita
Oct 14: Attorney General hosts Fairness For Hoosiers Event
Attorney General Rokita hosted the Fairness For Hoosiers event, which brought together state and national leaders to discuss the illegal immigration crisis, its impact on Indiana, and the steps needed to address it. The event featured Border Czar Tom Homan, Former Acting DHS Secretary Chad Wolf, Governor Mike Braun, State Rep. J.D. Prescott, and others.
At the event, Attorney General Rokita announced a partnership with Rep. Prescott to introduce the Fairness Act and called on the General Assembly to get it passed in the upcoming session.
You can watch the full event here:
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Oct 4: Attorney General attends Bloomfield Apple Festival in Greene County.
Attorney General Rokita was given the honor to announce the new princess and queen at the annual Bloomfield Apple Festival. Located in Greene County this was the 4th year of the event. The red, white and Bloomfield theme event brought the community together for three days full of sugar and spice and of course apples.
The festival offers carnival rides, art exhibits, food, live music and various contests including best apple pie and pedal tractor race.
Congrats to this year’s Princess, Queen, Miss Congeniality winners, First Runner-Up, and People’s Choice awardees! And thank you to everyone who helped put this event together!
Sept 26: Attorney General Rokita tours Central Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters in Greenwood
Attorney General Todd Rokita took a tour of the Central Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters in Greenwood. The organization empowers thousands of union carpenters and skilled tradespeople with resources like advanced training and continuing education.
These dedicated professionals are essential to our communities, building, repairing, and maintaining the infrastructure we rely on. It was an honor to tour their state-of-the-art training workshop, where carpenters honing their craft with cutting-edge tools. The event was also attended by high school students looking to go into the trades field.
Sept 23: New deputy attorneys general sworn in
Attorney General Rokita swore in four outstanding deputy attorneys general and greeted the newest members of our dedicated team at the Office of the Attorney General. Public service demands a servant's heart, and these individuals exemplify that commitment.
They are already making significant contributions to our mission of upholding justice, safeguarding our communities, and delivering meaningful results for the people of Indiana!
Sept 21: Charlie Kirk Vigil held in Adams County
On the day of Charlie Kirk's funeral, millions gathered across the nation, including hundreds at the Adams County Courthouse, to honor his enduring legacy. Attorney General Todd Rokita shared thoughts on how to unite and carry Charlie's mission forward. Afterward the crowd joined together to light candles and worship.
Sept 20: AG Rokita honors Charlie Kirk at celebration in Fort Wayne
Hundreds gathered at the Indian Trails Park Concert Pavilion in Fort Wayne for a heartfelt vigil to remember Charlie Kirk’s life and legacy. Attorney General Rokita shared personal stories about Charlie. United in prayer, the community reflected on his profound impact and the work still ahead. The celebration of life honoring the late Turning Point founder. The event was one of many across the country to honor Kirk's life.
NEWS ABOUT THE OFFICE
Attorney General Rokita, IDEM champion EPA's
rollback of terrible regulations to
boost Hoosier economy, cut red tape
Attorney General Todd Rokita and Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) Commissioner Clint Woods are championing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) plan to repeal burdensome and ineffective climate regulations for cars and trucks that hurt Hoosiers and the economy. These regulations, which cost Americans $54 billion annually, rest on the Obama EPA’s controversial 2009 decision to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.
Attorney General Rokita said these regulations restrict Hoosiers’ ability to access affordable, reliable vehicles and hurt Indiana’s small businesses in the manufacturing and industrial industries.
“These rules are a bureaucratic power grab that burdens hardworking Hoosiers and families with unaffordable regulations,” Rokita said. “By scrapping it, the EPA would be restoring common sense, the rule of law, and American energy independence. We fully support the rollback to restore polices that put our country back on the path to prosperity and protect Hoosier workers.”
The letter, submitted last week, argues the Obama EPA misused a statute that Congress designed in the 1960s and 1970s to tackle local problems like smog, not global warming. Recent Supreme Court decisions have made clear that EPA cannot regulate carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases based on speculative concerns about their indirect effects on the environment.
Attorney General Rokita added that the rule’s science is shaky, relying on outdated predictions that overstate CO2’s impact. Even if the U.S. stopped all car emissions, it wouldn’t noticeably change global temperatures. Meanwhile, these rules inflate car prices by thousands, hitting low-income Hoosiers hardest and keeping older, dirtier vehicles on the road.
As Indiana’s lead environmental regulator, Commissioner Woods emphasized IDEM’s success in balancing air quality gains with economic growth.
“The U.S. EPA’s 2009 Endangerment Finding and its resulting greenhouse gas regulations exceed the Agency’s limited authority under the Clean Air Act and suffer from significant scientific, procedural, and legal defects," said IDEM Commissioner Woods. "Given Indiana’s primary responsibility for air pollution control, its proven track record of improving air quality, and its bottom-up success in reducing greenhouse gases without federal overreach, IDEM strongly supports reconsidering these heavy-handed standards that impose costs on Hoosiers without delivering measurable environmental benefits.”
In July, U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin visited Indianapolis to announce the proposal on U.S. energy policy and deregulation.
Read the joint letter
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here.
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Court rules Indiana may require biological sex on birth certificates rather than retroactive listings of ‘gender identity’
Attorney General Todd Rokita praises win for common sense
A federal district court handed a victory recently to Indiana’s policy of listing biological sex rather than gender identity on birth certificates. The court denied a request by the Americans for Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) for a preliminary injunction against the policy.
"This ruling is a win for truth, reason and, of course, common sense,” Attorney General Rokita said. “Biological sex is an undeniable fact, not a feeling to be rewritten on official documents. Indiana will continue standing firm in protecting the integrity of birth certificates, ensuring they reflect reality, not ideology."
Earlier this year, Governor Mike Braun issued an executive order reiterating that the terms “sex” and “gender” in the Indiana code refer to the biological characteristic of being male or female. To implement the order, the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) stopped changing birth certificates to list a person’s gender identity instead of the person’s sex.
This policy change prompted a lawsuit from individuals represented by the ACLU.
The federal district court declined to preliminarily enjoin Governor Braun’s executive order and IDOH’s policy. It rejected arguments that refusing to let a person self-define gender on birth certificates discriminates on the basis of sex, that transgender-identifying persons are a quasi-suspect class, and that there is a fundamental right to have gender identity listed on birth certificates.
Read the federal court decision
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here .
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Indiana Unclaimed Property Division on pace to break all-time annual record, returning over $77 million to Hoosiers already this year
Attorney General Todd Rokita says Hoosiers deserve their hard-earned money back in their pockets.
Attorney General Todd Rokita announced that with just 12 weeks remaining in 2025, Indiana’s Unclaimed Property Division, led by Amy Hendrix, is on track to surpass its all-time annual record for returning unclaimed funds to rightful owners. The division has already returned over $77 million in 2025, surpassing last year’s amount of $72 million, the second highest year, and is projected to easily exceed the 2023 record of $81 million by years end. Hoosiers across the state are reclaiming assets long held by the state.
Despite this success, Attorney General Rokita emphasized that many individuals remain unaware of funds waiting for them, driving the division’s mission.
"Our team is relentlessly driven to reconnect every dollar with its owner to provide a financial boost for hardworking families, businesses, and communities," said Attorney General Rokita. “Returning unclaimed property isn’t just our job—it’s a mission to restore what’s yours.”
Examples of unclaimed property include:
- Unclaimed wages or commissions
- Money orders
- Safety deposit box contents
- Savings and checking accounts
- Refunds
- Overpayments such as:
- Credit card balances
- Cell phone bills
- BMV payments.
How to keep your property from going unclaimed:
- Keep a record of all bank accounts.
- Cash all checks promptly
- Change address form with the US Postal Service when moving
- Open all the mail (in case there is a due diligence letter from the company holding their funds)
- Record all utility deposits, including telephone, cable, and electricity deposits.
- Record all stock certificates and be sure to cash all dividends received.
New property is added to indianaunclaimed.gov regularly. With nearly a billion dollars waiting to be claimed, Attorney General Rokita encourages everyone to spread the word to friends, family, coworkers, or others.
Visit
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IndianaUnclaimed.gov or text CLAIM to 46220 to search your name, family or business.
You can also contact the Unclaimed Property Division at 1-866-462-5246 or
mailto:[email protected]
[email protected] .
You may also like and/or follow the Unclaimed Property Division on
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Facebook .
A headshot of Attorney General Rokita is available for
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download.
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Attorney General Rokita eliminates DEI, enforces merit-based legal representation for Indiana
Attorney General Todd Rokita recently unveiled a robust new policy to protect Hoosiers from the unconstitutional diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices infiltrating law firms seeking to represent the State of Indiana. Effective October 2025, this policy will ensure that only firms committed to merit-based excellence and traditional American values of fairness will serve the state.
The Office of the Indiana Attorney General, tasked with approving most executive branch requests for outside counsel, is cracking down on woke ideologies that undermine equal treatment under the law. This move reinforces Indiana’s commitment to rejecting discriminatory practices that prioritize race or sex over competence.
“The executive branch of Indiana state government is leading the charge against the radical left’s woke DEI agenda, which undermines our constitutional principles and divides Hoosiers with race-obsessed schemes,” said Attorney General Rokita. “This policy is a firewall to protect our state’s legal representation, ensuring that law firms reject divisive ideologies and uphold the meritocracy and fairness that reflect the values of hard-working Hoosiers.”
Recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings, including Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President & Fellows of Harvard Coll. (2023) and Ames v. Ohio Dep't of Youth Servs. (2025), have reaffirmed that race-based policies violate the U.S. Constitution’s Equal Protection Clause and federal civil rights laws. These landmark decisions expose DEI initiatives as not only divisive but illegal.
Under this new policy, the Attorney General will block contracts with law firms that engage in discriminatory practices, including:
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Using race or sex to make hiring, promotion or disciplinary decisions, undermining meritocracy.
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Forcing employees into trainings that push racial or sex-based stereotypes, indoctrinating workers with divisive narratives.
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Participating in programs like the Mansfield Certification, which impose quotas disguised as “diversity goals.”
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Setting diversity preferences, targets or set asides that prioritize identity over qualifications.
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Operating DEI fellowships, offices or committees that promote race or sex-based classifications, further entrenching woke ideology.
This policy applies to all new requests for outside counsel, as well as amendments or renewals of prior requests, ensuring a clean break from existing DEI-driven practices. It does not affect previously approved contracts but sets a strong precedent for future engagements.
Attorney General Rokita’s policy builds on his ongoing partnership with Governor Mike Braun to restore fairness in state contracting. In January 2025, Governor Braun issued an executive order banning state agencies from using taxpayer funds to support DEI initiatives that grant preferential treatment based on race. In July 2025, Attorney General Rokita and Governor Braun further strengthened state contracts by adding language to prohibit race- and sex-based discrimination, including DEI practices that violate Indiana and federal civil rights laws.
Read Attorney General Rokita’s full policy guidelines
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Attorney General Todd Rokita exposes public posts from educators glorifying Charlie Kirk’s assassination
Attorney General Todd Rokita’s office is actively reviewing public submissions regarding posts made by educators and administrators that glorified the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk.
According to Attorney General Rokita, his office has received hundreds of submissions through the Eyes on Education portal over the past week and is evaluating them for posting on a rolling basis. There are currently nine submissions live with many more expected over the coming days.
“Freedom of speech is a cornerstone of our Republic, but it does not shield individuals from the consequences of their words, especially when they are public servants who are getting paid with taxpayer dollars,” said Attorney General Rokita. “Statements that celebrate or glorify violence are deeply concerning, particularly when made by those entrusted with shaping young minds. Our office is committed to transparency by sharing verified submissions on the Eyes on Education portal, where many examples are already available.”
The Eyes on Education portal is a tool to help empower parents and community members to engage in their children’s education by submitting and reviewing materials or statements that may be inappropriate in school settings. Since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the portal has received numerous reports around the state of public comments or shared posts celebrating or glorifying the tragedy.
In recent days, several educators, including an administrator at Ball State University, have faced consequences, including resignations or terminations. Ball State University referenced Hedgepeth v. Britton, a federal ruling allowing schools to discipline employees whose public statements disrupt operations or undermine public trust.
Attorney General Rokita said Ball State’s legal analysis was correct and other higher education institutions, as well as secondary and elementary school boards, superintendents, principals and their attorneys should take notice.
To submit a report to the Eyes on Education portal, visit
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in.gov/attorneygeneral, select “Eyes on Education,” choose the school corporation and name, and upload relevant documents. A member of the Attorney General’s office may contact submitters for additional information. Verified submissions will be published regularly.
“Let me be clear: my office is not conducting investigations into these individuals,” Attorney General Rokita said. “Our goal is to provide transparency, equipping parents with the information they need to make informed decisions about their children’s education.”
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Attorney General Todd Rokita offers guidance for schools on addressing educators’ disrupting speech
Attorney General Todd Rokita has sent legal guidance to school superintendents and public university administrators explaining their authority consistent with the First Amendment to discipline or terminate educators who make public statements that are disruptive to school operations.
The assassination has generated grief and outrage across the nation. Disturbingly, some Indiana educators have exacerbated the pain and sorrow that many parents and students are feeling by making divisive statements that excuse or even celebrate Kirk’s death.
“When teachers or professors entrusted with shaping young minds cheer the violent death of a political figure, they forfeit the moral authority to stand in front of a classroom,” Attorney General Rokita said. “Free speech is not a license for public employees to disrupt government operations by destroying public trust through callous, crude, and controversial speech. Schools and universities have legal authority to act to restore public confidence in our schools by disciplining these teachers—up to and including termination.”
The Attorney General’s guidance makes clear that while educators retain First Amendment rights, those rights are not unlimited in the government employment context. Courts have consistently recognized that public employers may regulate government employee speech—including speech made in an employee’s private capacity—when it disrupts government operations. As the Supreme Court has said, “when a citizen enters government service, the citizen by necessity must accept certain limitations on his or her freedom.” Garcetti v. Ceballos, 547 U.S. 410, 418 (2006). That is especially true for teachers, who occupy uniquely sensitive and important positions.
The Attorney General’s guidance also explains that, in many if not most cases, the noxious speech some public-school teachers have engaged in with respect to Charlie Kirk could be proper subjects for disciplinary action by schools.
“Schools don’t need to wait for chaos to break out,” Rokita emphasized. “The law permits administrators to act proactively when a teacher’s speech threatens disruption or corrodes community confidence. Schools are well within their legal authority to prioritize protecting students and preserving public trust.”
The Attorney General’s Office has received hundreds of complaints from parents and other concerned Hoosiers about troubling comments made by educators on social media and in other forums. To promote accountability and transparency, the Attorney General encourages citizens to continue submitting complaints to the Eyes on Education portal on the Attorney General’s website.
“Parents are the most important voice in their children’s education,” Rokita said. “By sharing items of concern, you ensure that Indiana classrooms remain safe, supportive, and focused on educating our children, not indoctrinating them or exposing them to controversial political views. Together, we can and should hold educators to the highest standards.”
The full letter is available
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Hazardous toys, appliances, and more recalled in September
Attorney General Todd Rokita warns Hoosiers to act now to protect themselves and their families
Dangerous toys and appliances in your home could put your family at risk. Attorney General Todd Rokita is calling on all Hoosiers to check this month’s recall list to protect your loved ones. Items include children’s toys, a countertop oven and other items that can cause serious burns or even death.
“Hoosiers need to know if purchased items are defective or could harm them or their children,” Attorney General Todd Rokita said. “This month, several recalled products are related to children, so parents must pay close attention to ensure their kids’ safety. If you purchased a recalled item, stop using it immediately.”
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, click
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here to see the following consumer products were recalled in September.
If you believe you recently purchased a recalled product, stop using it, and check its recall notice (linked above for all products). Then follow the notice’s instructions, including where to return the product, how to get the product fixed, how to dispose of the product, how to receive a refund for the product, or what steps must be taken to receive a replacement product.
To view recalls issued prior to September visit the
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