On Tuesday, Governor Holcomb delivered his 2022 State of the State Address, his sixth since taking office. In it, he presented a bold plan to further Indiana’s historic momentum and lead us out of the pandemic.
It's getting a lot of buzz...here's what they're saying.
U.S. Senator Todd Young
"Under the strong Republican leadership of Governor Eric Holcomb and the Indiana General Assembly, Indiana has experienced record job and economic gains, benefitting all Hoosiers. With balanced budgets, a rainy day fund, and responsible stewardship of Hoosier tax dollars, Indiana is well positioned to continue being one of the fastest growing states in the nation."
First Lady Janet Holcomb
"Our 6th State of the State is in the books. It's always a wonderful evening as we are able to highlight some incredible Hoosiers and our amazing success as a State! Congratulations, Eric, on a job well done."
Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch
"Our state's fiscally responsible investments continue to make Indiana a leader in the Midwest and nation for families and businesses. Our incredible growth has taken us to a low unemployment rate that we haven't experienced in more than 20 years, and Indiana is reaping the benefits that our neighboring states envy. I applaud Governor Eric Holcomb for his vision to navigate these unprecedented times. I look forward to another year of investing in our infrastructure, recruiting talent for our businesses and keeping Indiana a low tax state."
Indiana Senate President Pro Tempore Rodric Bray
"Thanks to more than a decade of conservative fiscal leadership, Indiana is in a strong position as we look toward the future. With the governor's help, we will continue our push to make Indiana the most competitive and prosperous state it can be. I sincerely appreciate Gov. Holcomb's practical approach to leading our state, and I look forward to working with him and the lieutenant governor as we tackle the challenges in front of us."
Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston
"Governor Holcomb did an outstanding job telling Indiana's incredible success story while laying out his vision for the future. Our state is on a roll – whether it's attracting new investments at a record pace, growing our top-ranked economy, creating upward mobility for working Hoosiers or preparing to play a lead role in industries of the future. We'll continue working with Governor Holcomb to take our shared priorities across the finish line, including making sure Hoosiers keep more of their hard earned money through responsible tax cuts."
Natalie Robinson, State Director of NFIB - Indiana
”Small business owners across the state are encouraged by the governor’s agenda for the 2022 legislative session. Gov. Holcomb is calling for business tax cuts and affordable and transparent healthcare, which are two of the biggest issues facing our entrepreneurs and job creators across the state. NFIB members have spoken and are ready for the governor and legislature to act on tax cuts this year. While Indiana has largely been protected from the burdensome mandates that other states have suffered since COVID-19 hit, we need to do more here in Indiana to help small business help off-set rising inflation. Our hard-working entrepreneurs are confident that the governor will work to make sure that small business owners can continue to recover from the devastating pandemic.”
Rick Snyder, President of the Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police
"INDIANA BACKING THE THIN BLUE LINE... #ThankU #Support"
Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner
"As we continue to blur the lines between early learning, K-12, higher education, and the workforce, Governor Holcomb is demonstrating Indiana’s commitment to learner-centered, future-focused education. This means ensuring that every student has access to pathways and opportunities for lifelong success. Through this commitment, Indiana is currently making a record investment in education, with $1.9 billion in new state funding over the biennium. With these funds, schools are raising teacher pay across the state, and are working to strategically accelerate student learning alongside families and community partners. Indiana is committed to bringing Hoosiers together to develop strategies to expand access to quality early learning by launching the Office of Kindergarten Readiness within the Department of Education. The state is also working to better connect Indiana’s educators with high-need roles in areas such as STEM and special education through a statewide supply-and-demand marketplace."
Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers
"Great things are happening in Indiana, and READI will position the Hoosier state to compete across the national economic landscape."
AFP - Indiana
"Main takeaway from tonight's [State of the State Address] ... we are in a strong economic position to give all Hoosiers a tax break."
Indiana Conservation Alliance for Energy
"ICAE is glad to see energy at the top of Governor Holcomb's economic development strategy."
