FLASHBACK: Chairman Kyle Hupfer speaks during the 2018 state convention in Evansville.

State convention weekend is finally here, so I'll keep this week's note short!

Safe travels to all of you who are traveling from across the state to our capital city. This weekend, in setting our statewide ticket, we take another important step toward victory this November...a victory that looks more like 1994 and 2010 with every day that passes! 

Enjoy this week’s newsletter and share it with a friend...and for all you dad's out there, a special "Happy Father's Day" on Sunday. 

To those of you joining us this weekend, we'll see you soon!

Sincerely,

Chairman Kyle Hupfer

On Tuesday Gov. Holcomb spoke at the 93rd state convention of the Indiana Future Farmers of America.

"Looking out into the sea of blue and gold at the Indiana Future Farmers of America State Convention last night, it was an honor to address the young Hoosier leaders of today and tomorrow." — Gov. Holcomb

Last Thursday, Gov. Holcomb announced a plan to return $1 billion of state reserves to Hoosier taxpayers, following higher than expected revenue performance for the fiscal year.

Each taxpayer would collect about $225 in addition to $125 Hoosiers are currently receiving from the state’s automatic taxpayer refund. All told, each eligible Hoosier would receive about $350; a married couple filing jointly would receive about $700.

“Hoosiers have real needs right now during this period of high inflation, from the gas pump to buying groceries, and everyone should benefit from the state’s success.

“I’ve met with Speaker Huston and Senator Bray and have asked them to discuss getting a billion dollars back into Hoosier hands with their colleagues. I’ve committed to work with them to call a special session before the end of June to take action to align this second round of returns with our current ATR.” — Gov. Holcomb

If approved, an additional deposit would be made to the bank accounts of eligible Hoosiers, just like the current ATR. For those who will receive paper checks beginning in August, one check for $350 for individual taxpayers, or $700 for those filing jointly, would be issued.

Last Friday, Gov. Holcomb announced his selection to replace retiring Indiana Supreme Court Justice Steven David with Judge Derek Molter.

“Derek Molter is devoted to the cause of justice and maintaining the integrity of our justice system. He’s proven during his lengthy legal career and his tenure on the Indiana Court of Appeals his dedication to the critical role the judiciary plays in our system of government and the future of our state.” — Gov. Holcomb

"The basic idea is that we interpret legal text like the Constitution consistent with the understanding of that text at the time it was enacted or ratified. The virtue of that philosophy is that it anchors the court to ensure that it's exercising its judicial role. Under our separation of powers, that's the only role judges are here to perform — they're not here to perform the legislative role." — Judge Derek Molter on "original intent"

You can read more about the appointment from The Republic.

Last Friday, Todd Young, in a first for a Hoosier elected official, was endorsed by the National Border Patrol Council.

Under Joe Biden, every state has become a border state, and Senator Todd Young is fighting for a secure US-Mexico border and standing with our brave Border Patrol agents.

From the Todd Young campaign:

"On Friday, I was joined in Indiana by the National Border Patrol Council who endorsed my campaign on behalf of our nation’s 18,000+ brave Border Patrol agents & personnel.

"I’m honored to be the first Hoosier elected official ever endorsed by the National Border Patrol Council.

"We went on the road making stops in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend talking with Hoosiers about the simple solutions needed from the Biden Administration to once again secure the border.

"As a Marine who’s served on the border standing shoulder to shoulder with Border Patrol, I know firsthand the importance secure borders play in our national security. While President Biden turns his back on Border Patrol and a secure US-Mexico border, I will continue standing with them and fighting for a secure border."

The 2022 Indiana Republican Party State Convention begins today at the Crown Plaza Hotel!  and Indiana Farmer's Coliseum in Indianapolis, Ind.

For a full schedule and all convention details, click the button below!

When Chuck Schumer tweeted this on Aug. 29, 2018, gas prices were averaging $2.82. Now they're topping $5, but for some reason, he hasn't tweeted this again. We decided to fix this tweet for him.

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

This week: Calling out Joe Biden's latest excuse for skyrocketing inflation.

Wednesday, June 15: 32nd Annual Henry County Republican Party Open

Friday, June 17 - Saturday, June 18: 2022 State Convention

Friday, June 24: Jasper County Republican Party Golf Outing

Friday, July 29: 30th Annual Newton County GOP Open

Governor Eric Holcomb celebrates with Riley's Children Hospital on ranking among "Best Children's Hospitals" 

Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch offers statement on Mitch Daniels stepping down from Purdue University

Treasurer Kelly Mitchell shares she attended the Treasury Management Training Symposium last week

Auditor Tera Klutz shares that her office is hiring

Secretary of State Holli Sullivan welcomes county clerks and election officials to the 2022 Clerks' Association Conference

Attorney General Todd Rokita wins $2.9 M settlement for Hoosiers

Senator Todd Young discusses the DEFEND Act

Senator Mike Braun speaks on Joe Biden's failure to lower gas prices

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski leads on school choice bill

Congressman Jim Banks calls out Biden's border crisis

Congressman Jim Baird fights for Hoosier producers

Congresswoman Victoria Spartz leads Right to Trial Act

Congressman Greg Pence pens op-ed on Bidenflation

Congressman Larry Bucshon introduces the SAVE Act

Congressman Trey Hollingsworth meets with Modern Woodmen of America

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