FILE: Chairman Kyle Hupfer speaks during election night. (Nov. 8, 2022)

In case you missed our email yesterday, we hope you had a safe and blessed Thanksgiving holiday despite that one uninvited guest sitting at your dinner table — inflation. This year, the average Thanksgiving dinner was a whopping 14 percent more expensive in Indiana than last year, thanks in no small part to the disastrous agenda of the Biden administration.

But, I digress.

I want to take this opportunity to again thank you for everything you have done for our party this year. As new and returning legislators gathered at the statehouse this week to be sworn in and ceremonially start the 2023 session, I was again reminded of just how successful this past election was. Not only did our caucuses retain supermajority control of both cambers of the general assembly, but we expanded it while welcoming 16 new members. 

This level of success isn't an accident. It's only possible because we have a network of devoted and energized supporters. 

Thanks, again, for your continued support.

And now with legislators sworn in, we're looking forward to the beginning of the next session in January, when Republicans will once again work to deliver results for all Hoosiers. 

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

Sincerely,

Chairman Kyle Hupfer

Governor Eric Holcomb joins others in breaking ground on a microelectronics campus at WestGate@Crane Technology Park. (Nov. 21, 2022)

On Monday, Governor Eric Holcomb was joined by Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers and local officials and business executives in Odon, Indiana, to break ground on a new microelectronics campus at WestGate@Crane Technology Park that will power the growth of Indiana’s semiconductor industry. The $84 million development, which has already attracted four semiconductor companies to the state, will leverage academic, corporate and defense partners to speed the re-shoring of semiconductor research and manufacturing in the U.S.

“Indiana’s has a rich tradition of advanced manufacturing that continues to push new technologies and innovations forward. Today’s [Monday's] announcements solidify our Semiconductor Corridor strategy. With a growing microelectronics and CHIP industry, Indiana will be at the forefront of creating critical components to ensure both economic and national security." — Gov. Holcomb

More from the Indiana Economic Development Corp.:

The new microelectronics campus, WestGate One, which is advancing with support from the nationally recognized Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI), has already secured four semiconductor companies – NHanced Semiconductors, which will anchor the development; Everspin Technologies; Trusted Semiconductor Solutions; and Reliable MicroSystems.

Together, these companies plan to invest more than $300 million in Indiana and create up to 549 new, specialized jobs in the coming years, advancing the verification, validation, and production of critical microelectronics components in the U.S. 

Last week, Sens. John Thune and Chuck Grassley, along with a group of Republican colleagues including Sens. Todd Young and Sen. Mike Braun, introduced the IRS Funding Accountability Act to give Congress a direct say in how the $80 billion in new funding from Washington Democrats' so-called “Inflation Reduction Act” could be spent, hold the IRS accountable, and provide greater transparency for the American people.

The legislation would require the IRS to provide Congress with an annual plan for how the agency intends to use the new IRA funds, which would be subject to a new joint resolution of disapproval. The bill would also require quarterly updates from the IRS and U.S. Department of the Treasury to enable consistent and transparent evaluation of the plans, provide accountability for any misuse of funds, and guard against violations of taxpayer rights. Failure to submit timely and thorough plans or reports would result in financial penalties, including IRA funds being rescinded on a daily basis until the IRS complies with the reporting requirements. 

“Hoosier families are struggling with high prices and record-high inflation. Before Washington Democrats spend more taxpayer dollars, we need transparency about where the money is going and how it will be used. Our bill will hold the IRS accountable." — Sen. Young

On Tuesday, legislators filled the Indiana Statehouse for the ceremonial start to the 123rd General Assembly, known as Organization Day.

The Republican caucuses welcomed 16 new members to their ranks:

• State Rep. Becky Cash

• State Rep. Cory Criswell

• State Rep. Kendell Culp

• State Rep. Mark Genda

• State Rep. Robb Greene

• State Rep. Craig Haggard
• State Rep. Dave Hall
• State Rep. Julie McGuire
• State Rep. Jennifer Meltzer
• State Rep. Lindsay Patterson
  
• State Rep. Kyle Pierce
• State Rep. Lorissa Sweet
• State Sen. Scott Alexander
• State Sen. Spencer Deery
• State Sen. Dan Dernulc
• State Sen. Dr. Tyler Johnson

Once all new legislators were sworn in, they elected chamber leadership; both Speaker of the House Todd Huston and President Pro Tem Rod Bray were reelected by their respective chambers.

Late last week, Republicans officially gained control of the U.S. House of Representatives, ending Democrats' full control of Washington, D.C., and dealing a blow to President Joe Biden and his agenda.

According to Decision Desk HQ, as of today, Republicans have gained 9 seats in the lower chamber, standing at 220, with just a few races left to be called.

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Governor Eric Holcomb to honor Pat Koch with 2022 Sachem Award

Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch welcomes new, returning legislators on Organization Day

Treasurer Kelly Mitchell celebrates 10-year anniversary of Indiana's Lifeline law

Auditor Tera Klutz celebrates financial reporting award

Secretary of State Holli Sullivan thanks election heroes

Attorney General Todd Rokita reminds Hoosiers to search for some extra stuffing for their wallet by visiting IndianaUnclaimed

Senator Todd Young praises passing of resolution recognizing November as Stomach Cancer Awareness Month

Senator Mike Braun speaks out against the Biden administration's ESG rule

Congressman Rudy Yakym meets with House Minority Leader Rep. Kevin McCarthy

Congressman Jim Banks joins Martha McCallum to discuss dangers of the Biden administration’s woke defense strategy

Congressman Jim Baird raises concerns about foreign ownership of large amount of farmland

Congresswoman Victoria Spartz calls for audits of federal programs

Congressman Greg Pence visits Greenfield Street Department workers

Congressman Larry Bucshon congratulates NASA on Artemis I launch

Congressman Trey Hollingsworth discusses supply chain issues with members of local ag community

Congresswoman-elect Erin Houchin elected to leadership team of freshman Congressional class

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