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Onward
File Photo: Chairman Kyle Hupfer (C) stands with Rep. Jim Baird (IN-04) (L) and Rep. Larry Bucshon (IN-08) (R) at the 2020 Congress of Counties.
I want to extend my congratulations to those of you who took the first step toward Nov. 8, 2022, and filed your candidacy to be on the primary ballot in early May. Being a candidate for office takes time and energy—time knocking on doors, attending community events, developing campaign materials, sitting down for interviews, and so much more—all in the name of bettering your community, and of course, without guaranteed success.

But the good news is that the Indiana Republican Party has just the event for you that will make you an ever better candidate and show you how to use your time and energy as effectively as possible—the 2022 Congress of Counties. This two-day training event will feature breakout sessions with some of the top insiders on a variety of topics like launching a campaign, fundraising, data analytics, social media, and more. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to network with hundreds of dedicated Republicans from across the state and see what campaign strategies are working for them.

You can find more information about the event here ([link removed]) .

Onward to primary day (and the 2022 Congress of Counties)!

Enjoy this week's newsletter and share it with a friend.

Best,

Chairman Kyle Hupfer
Governor Holcomb's Week That Was
Honoring Teresa Lubbers
Gov. Holcomb speaks at Teresa Lubbers' final address as Indiana's Commissioner for Higher Education.
Gov. Holcomb presents Teresa Lubbers, Commissioner of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, with a Sagamore of the Wabash.
On Tuesday, Gov. Holcomb joined Teresa Lubbers, Indiana's Commissioner for Higher Education, at her tenth and final State of Higher Education address where he presented her with a Sagamore of the Wabash for her 13 years of service dedicated to bettering educational opportunities and outcomes for Hoosiers.

"[Teresa] has been tenacious, fearless, creative and innovative throughout her career and she's done it with class every single day. I was honored to present her with a Sagamore of the Wabash." — Gov. Eric Holcomb
WATCH: Chairman Kyle Hupfer Speaks at RNC Winter Meeting

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Chairman Kyle Hupfer delivers the General Counsel's Report at the 2022 RNC Winter Meeting.

Chairman Kyle Hupfer, who also serves as the general counsel of the Republican National Committee (RNC), delivered the General Counsel's Report last Friday at the RNC's Winter Meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah.

In his remarks, he notes the achievements of the RNC's legal team, including stopping Joe Biden's unconstitutional vaccine mandate and fighting against non-citizen voting in New York and Vermont.

You can watch his full remarks by clicking above.

Our Newest State Senator - District 47
Chairman Kyle Hupfer (L) and Harrison County Republican Party Chairman Scott Fluhr (R) stand with Gary Byrne (C), Indiana's newest state senator for the 47th district.

Chairman Kyle Hupfer released the following statement after the completion of the caucus to replace Erin Houchin in Senate District 47:

“Congratulations to Gary Byrne on his caucus victory tonight to become Indiana's newest state senator.

“Hoosiers in the 47th district will certainly be well-represented by Gary in the statehouse, and I look forward to the work he will undertake as part of our strong Republican team delivering results for all Hoosiers."

ICYMI: Illegal Migrants Using Arrest Warrants as ID

There’s been another startling development in the Biden Administration’s disastrous attempt at securing our southern border:

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is allowing illegal migrants to use arrest warrants as a valid form of identification to travel throughout the country.


Late last month, a TSA spokesperson confirmed the practice stating, "For non-citizens ... who do not otherwise have acceptable forms of ID for presentation at security checkpoints, TSA may also accept certain DHS-issued forms, including ICE Form I-200 (Warrant for Arrest of an Alien).”

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Legislative Session Midpoint

This past Monday marked the midpoint of the Indiana General Assembly's legislative session.

During the second half of the session, bills passed by their chamber of origin will switch chambers and begin the process again before they have the opportunity to go before the governor and be signed into law.

Bills leaving the Senate: 161
Bills leaving the House: 104

Visit iga.in.gov ([link removed]) to stay up-to-date on the latest legislative developments.

2022 Congress of Counites

Registration is still open for the Indiana Republican Party's 2022 Congress of Counties!

This two-day training event for Republican Party leaders, candidates, and grassroots activists is scheduled for Friday, February 25 through Saturday, February 26, 2022, at the historic French Lick Resort in French Lick, Ind.

Thankfully, general admission for the event was not impacted by Bidenflation and remains at $100 per person.

You'll want to experience the 2022 Congress of Counties to kick off the election season, meet Indiana’s top Republican elected officials, and learn more about critical election topics to help you and your county party win and keep Indiana on the right track.

Overnight Accommodations Update
* Our special rate room block at French Lick Resort is sold out.
* There is no vacancy at either French Lick Resort or West Baden Hotel.
* Our room black at Best Western Plus is sold out.
* We have a limited room block at Comfort Suites. Please note: Once the rooms are taken, they are completely sold out. You can call 812-788-7018 to book your reservation and inform the booking agent that you are with the Indiana Republican Party Congress of Counties. The hotel is located at 9530 W State Rd. 56, French Lick, IN.

>> The last day to register is Monday, February 21—don't miss out! <<

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2022 Indiana Republican Party State Convention

The 2022 Indiana Republican Party State Convention will take place on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Indiana Farmer's Coliseum in Indianapolis, Ind. for the purpose of nominating a candidate for secretary of state, auditor of state, and treasurer of state.

For hotel accommodation information and delegate counts by county, click the button below.

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Chairman Hupfer's Social Media Highlights

Stay up-to-date on the latest from Chairman Kyle Hupfer by following him on Facebook and Twitter.

This week: Calling out the Democrats' avoidance of Joe Biden (for obvious reasons) and reminding Americans who put us in an inflation crisis.
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Upcoming Republican Events
Saturday, February 19: Cass County Lincoln Day Dinner ([link removed])
Thursday, February 24: Whitley County Lincoln Day Dinner ([link removed])
Friday, February 25 - Saturday, February, 26: 2022 Congress of Counties ([link removed])
Friday, March 4: Hancock County Republican Lincoln Day Dinner ([link removed])
Friday, March 4: Bartholomew County Lincoln Day Dinner ([link removed])
Saturday, March 5: St. Joseph County Chairman's Breakfast ([link removed])
Saturday, March 5: Warren County Lincoln Day Dinner ([link removed])
Friday, March 11: Jasper County Lincoln Day Dinner ([link removed])
Friday, March 11: Johnson County Lincoln Day Dinner ([link removed])
Saturday, March 12: Miami County Lincoln Day Dinner ([link removed])

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News You Can Use
Governor Eric Holcomb speaks at the AIM Legislative Dinner ([link removed])
Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch attends Indiana State University's Statehouse Day ([link removed])
Treasurer Kelly Mitchell opposes Biden's nominee Vice-Chair for Supervision at the Federal Reserve Bank ([link removed])
Auditor Tera Klutz speaks at Association of Indiana Counties legislative conference ([link removed])
Secretary of State Holli Sullivan releases video on Indiana voting security measures ([link removed])
Attorney General Todd Rokita welcomes Chairwoman Richards of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi to his office ([link removed])
Senator Todd Young speaks on the Senate floor on the need to hold Chinese Communist Party accountable ([link removed])
Senator Mike Braun joins The Donlon Report to discuss supply chains, China, and the Olympics ([link removed])
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski introduces lifesaving legislation to expose danger of abortion pills, protect women and children ([link removed])
Congressman Jim Banks introduces the strongest sanctions on the Chinese Communist Party ever proposed by Congress ([link removed])
Congressman Jim Baird introduces legislation to prioritize veterans' healthcare ([link removed])
Congresswoman Victoria Spartz speaks on the House floor on the threats posed by Russia, China ([link removed])
Congressman Greg Pence speaks on how H.R. 675 passes the buck on the inflation crisis ([link removed])
Congressman Larry Bucshon calls for the passage of the HALT Fentanyl Act ([link removed])
Congressman Trey Hollingsworth signs onto resolution calling for a "debt clock" on the House floor ([link removed])

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