The Party Line — An Indiana Republican Party Newsletter

Chairman Kyle Hupfer speaks at the Lawrence County Lincoln Day Dinner in Bedford, Ind., on the importance of staying focused on delivering real results.

As more and more polls are released and pundits hit the Sunday shows, one thing is becoming clearer: momentum is on our side.

Over the past two weeks, Joe Biden was dealt devastating blows when, in three separate polls, his approval rating hit the lowest or tied the lowest ever for a president. And on the most important issues to voters like inflation, the economy, crime, and immigration, he polled underwater by at least 21 points. On inflation alone, he's underwater by 38 points!

The American people are fully rejecting the Democrats' disastrous agenda that has led to skyrocketing inflation, a higher cost of living, decreasing wages, and chaos at our southern border, and as a result, Democrats are treading water.

But the incoming (red) wave may be too large.

Earlier this week, POLITICO released its first forecast of the November elections. For the House? "Likely Republican." And for the Senate? "Leans Republican." Moreover, both Cook Political Report and Sabato’s Crystal Ball downgraded Democrat Frank Mrvan’s race in Indiana's First Congressional District from “Likely Democrat” to “Leans Democrat.”

Republicans have a huge opportunity this fall.

And if we stay focused on what matters most — people and delivering real results — we will be placed in a position to lead our country in a new direction.

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Best,

Chairman Kyle Hupfer

On Wednesday, Governor Holcomb was joined by members of INDYCAR and the American Legion at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to announce the launch of the “Be The One” initiative. The campaign aims to raise awareness about veteran suicide deaths and remove barriers to mental health care for veterans.

Governor Holcomb is a veteran of the Navy, and said as a part of the initiative, Indiana will introduce a hotline in July that will connect veterans to mental health resources.

“I think it's our duty, quite frankly, as citizens of this nation and state, for those who are fortunate to make it back, to be there for them,” stated Gov. Holcomb.

You can read more about the initiative here.

It was a week filled with huge infrastructure announcements from Governor Holcomb!

On Monday, Gov. Holcomb announced $189 million for 154 broadband infrastructure expansion projects across the state in the third round of the Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program.

“This record-setting investment in broadband is another game-changer for Hoosiers who now, more than ever, need affordable, reliable internet,” Gov. Holcomb said. “With this third round, we take giant steps in leveling the playing field for our residents regardless of where they choose to live, work or go to school.”

In addition to the $189 million awarded, the 35 telecommunications providers and utility cooperatives contributed more than $239 million in matching funds, resulting in more than $429 million total investment for broadband in the third round.

Then on Tuesday, Gov. Holcomb and the Indiana Department of Transportation announced 224 Indiana cities, towns, and counties received a combined $107.8 million in state matching funds for local road projects through Community Crossings, a component of the his Next Level Roads program.

"Community Crossings makes immediate impacts on improving local roads and bridges across Indiana. Those improvements translate to a safe, reliable, robust transportation infrastructure that benefits residents and business in every corner of our state and every place in between," stated Gov. Holcomb.

And on Wednesday, Gov. Holcomb and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources announced 38 communities and non-profit organizations will receive a combined $65 million for 77 miles of new trail development as part of the Next Level Trails Grant Program.

“Trails connect communities together in such a personal way and are perfect pathways to good mental and physical well-being,” Gov. Holcomb said. “These continued quality-of-life investments will reap generational economic and tourism development dividends and further showcase Indiana’s incredible outdoor experiences.”

On Tuesday, Friends of Todd Young announced that Susan B. Anthony's List Candidate Fund PAC had endorsed Sen. Todd Young.

“Senator Young is a passionate champion for unborn children and their mothers, and we are proud to endorse him for re-election,” said Hon. Marilyn Musgrave, SBA List’s vice president of government affairs. “From helping families welcome adopted children, to serving on the board of a local maternity home, protecting life is personal to Sen. Young. He has fought for the voiceless at every opportunity – calling out the extreme, hypocritical Biden-Schumer agenda of late-term abortion on demand up to birth, standing up for the will of Hoosiers who have worked hard to enact commonsense abortion limits, and establishing an impeccable pro-life record. At the most crucial moment in generations for the cause of life in America, we are honored to back Sen. Young and urge voters across Indiana to re-elect him as we work to take back the Senate this November.”

Additionally, on Monday, Friends of Todd Young launched "Pro-Lifers for Todd Young," a coalition to help defend the sanctity of life.

You can find more information about it here.

The latest jobs numbers released last Friday show Republican leadership works! Indiana experienced another month of increases in both private employment and the labor force participation rate.

From Chairman Kyle Hupfer: "Across the country, Republican-led states continue to see more jobs and lower unemployment — Indiana among them!"

Hoosiers interested in providing input on our 2022 platform can reserve a slot to speak during a platform committee hearing or can submit written testimony. To reserve a spot or to submit testimony, please email [email protected].

Indiana Republican Party Platform Committee Hearings (All Times Local)

Thursday, May 5, 2022 (Southern Indiana)
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Jeffersonville Township Public Library
211 E Court Ave., Jeffersonville, IN 47130

Monday, May 9, 2022 (Central Indiana)
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Hendricks County Fairgrounds
1900 E Main St., Danville, IN 46122

Wednesday, May 11, 2022 (Northern Indiana)
6 – 7:30 p.m.
St. Joseph County Republican Party Headquarters
719 W McKinley Ave., Mishawaka, IN 46545

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, delegate counts by county, and to pay your individual delegate fee, click the buttons below.

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This week: Highlighting the lunacy of Joe Biden's messaging.

Governor Eric Holcomb celebrates Intelinair's grand opening of their Indianapolis headquarters

Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch shares about the Next Level Connections broadband grant program

Treasurer Kelly Mitchell visits the Tell City and Boonville PSAP

Auditor Tera Klutz releases information on the upcoming automatic taxpayer refund

Secretary of State Holli Sullivan speaks at the Crossroads Chamber April luncheon

Attorney General Todd Rokita visits Tippecanoe County's Right to Life meeting

Senator Todd Young stands with the sovereignty of Taiwan

Senator Mike Braun continues his 92-county tour

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski joins APR at the groundbreaking of their new headquarters in Nappanee

Congressman Jim Banks releases a new podcast episode of Grounded with Jim Banks

Congressman Jim Baird puts the number of migrant encounters at the border into perspective

Congresswoman Victoria Spartz joins America's Newsroom to discuss the President's recent announcement about Ukraine

Congressman Greg Pence visits the Columbus Dairy Queen for lunch

Congressman Larry Bucshon announces an Academy Day for Hoosier student

Congressman Trey Hollingsworth introduces The Stablecoin Transparency Act

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Momentum Is On Our Side

Governor Holcomb's Week That Was

Launching the #BeTheOne Initiative

Announcing Huge Investments in Infrastructure

Sen. Young Endorsed by Susan B. Anthony List, Launches Pro-Lifers for Todd Young

Hoosier Unemployment Rate Drops, Again

Indiana Republican Party Platform Committee Hearings

2022 Indiana Republican Party State Convention

Chairman Hupfer's Social Media Highlight

Upcoming Republican Events

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