Breaking records (again)

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Breaking Records (Again)

Governor Eric Holcomb knows a thing or two about breaking records. And this week, he broke another – closing out 2019 with more campaign cash in the bank ($7.25 million) than any other governor going into their reelection year in Indiana history!

When you add that number to the end-of-year totals for your Indiana Republican Party ($1.04 million) and Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch ($316,570), we broke another record for this point in the election cycle with $8.61 million combined cash on hand.

What does this mean? It means Hoosiers are liking what they see from our Holcomb-Crouch team. They like the results they’re delivering Hoosiers – balanced budgets, a fully-funded infrastructure plan (with our infrastructure ranked #1 in the nation!), 4% wage growth, record numbers of high-wage Hoosier job commitments, military pensions exempt from state income tax, drug overdose deaths down nearly 13%, and so much more.

And it also means we’re well-positioned to drive turnout and elect Republicans up and down the ballot this year. It’s going to be a record breaking year, and we’re thankful that you’re here to be a part of it.

-Kyle Hupfer

Governor Holcomb's Week That Was

A State of the State to Remember!

This week, Governor Holcomb took to the airwaves across Indiana to deliver his fourth State of the State address. He described extensive progress on some of Indiana’s greatest challenges, while also detailing bold ideas on what’s next for Indiana.

Just as you might imagine, this speech was all focused around Putting People First – including our kids, teachers, veterans, patients, workers and offenders returning to society. Big news from the speech focused on:

Fiat-Chrysler’s production of a new engine in Kokomo
The creation of a new Adoption Unit at the Department of Child Services
More than 10,000 Hoosiers completing a credential for a high-wage, high-demand job through Next Level Jobs
Governor Holcomb’s recommendation that the General Assembly directs an additional $250 million from the surplus and put it toward teacher retirement funds in the next budget, generating $50 million/year to teacher pay!

In case you missed it, you can still check out the full speech here (and share it with your friends, family and neighbors)!

2019 Fundraising: By the Numebrs

Check out this infographic highlighting the record fundraising finish in 2019 for Governor Holcomb, Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch and your Indiana Republican Party!

Congratulations, Mindy Westrick Brown!

Mindy Westrick Brown has been selected as state secretary of the Indiana Republican Party! For her, this is like going back where it all started, as she’s previously held roles as the executive director of the party and the executive assistant to the chairman. Today, she serves as the vice president of the Indiana Energy Association.

We're glad you’re taking on this important role and helping the Indiana Republican Party continue to serve all Hoosiers!

Congress of Counties: Agenda Announced!

Congress of Counties is now just two weeks away (January 31-February 1)! Have you booked your ticket yet? Whether you’re a Republican Party leader or looking to become more involved – candidates, grassroots activists, volunteers and more – this event kicking off the 2020 election cycle is an event you won’t want to miss.

And if you can’t make the whole event, we’ve got your covered with registration options available for just the Friday night reception, Saturday lunch…or both!

Congress of Counties will include breakout sessions with topics including:

Making the Decision: Recruiting Candidates & Launching a Campaign
Diversity: The Art of Thinking Independently Together
Building Blocks of a Successful Campaign
County Officer Training: The Roles & Responsibilities
Campaign Finance
Data Center: The Basics & How to Create Walkbooks & 50%+
Understanding Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & More
And more!

Check out the full Congress of Counties line-up here, and make sure to register to secure your spot now!

File Now: Run to Be a Delegate at the
2020 Indiana Republican Party Convention

Filing is now open to put your name on the May 2020 Republican primary ballot. This includes running for positions within your Republican Party, including running to be a precinct committeeman or a delegate to represent your county at the 2020 Indiana Republican State Convention!

If you're interested in running to be a delegate at this year's state convention, which runs June 19-20 in Indianapolis, check out our new state convention website!

100 Years: Anniversary of the 19^th Amendment Ratification!

This week’s State of the State address and financial filings aren’t the only things that will make this week go down in Hoosier history.

Yesterday was the 100^th anniversary of Indiana’s ratification of the 19^th amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which gives women the right to vote. There was a big celebration at the Statehouse, with the festivities continuing throughout the year across Indiana.

Your Indiana Republican Party is proud of our female elected officials throughout Indiana – including most of your statewide elected officials!

Check out this op-ed by Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch marking this occasion, and make sure you participate in the best celebration of all this year – voting!

Upcoming Republican Events

January 31 – February 1: Congress of Counties
February 8: Wells County Republican Breakfast
February 22: Dubois County Lincoln Day Dinner
February 28: Johnson County Lincoln Day Dinner with Gary Varvel
March 14: Wells County Republican Trivia Night
March 14: Tipton County Lincoln Day Dinner with Chairman Kyle Hupfer
April 1: Kosciusko County Republican Spring Fish Fry
April 16: Kosciusko County Lincoln Day Dinner
April 17: Perry County Lincoln Day Dinner with Congressman Larry Bucshon
April 24: Lawrence County Lincoln Day with Chairman Kyle Hupfer
April 30: Gibson County Lincoln Day Dinner
May 1: Meet Sarah Huckabee Sanders
May 2: Adams County Lincoln Day Dinner with Governor Eric Holcomb
May 5: 2020 Primary Election
June 19 – June 20: Indiana Republican Party State Convention
July 22: Kosciusko County Republican Golf Outing
September 5: Wells County Reagan Rally
October 7: Kosciusko County Republican Fall Fish Fry
October 15: Lincoln-Reagan Fall Dinner with Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch
November 3: General Election Day

**Have an upcoming Republican event not listed here? Let us know at [email protected]p! **

News You Can Use

Governor Eric Holcomb says 10,000+ completed high-value credential with Next Level Jobs
Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch helps celebrate 100 years of women suffrage
Senator Todd Young introduces legislation to improve maternal health
Senator Mike Braun says ALS caucus can solve the Social Security issue
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski discusses U.S.-China trade deal
Congressman Jim Banks hails China trade deal progress
Congressman Jim Baird congratulates Purdue alumna for becoming an astronaut
Congresswoman Susan Brooks says Trump made the right decision in Iran
Congressman Greg Pence gives full support for "March for Life" rallies
Congressman Larry Bucshon says China trade deal is good news for farmers
Congressman Trey Hollingsworth discusses federal funding to help homelessness

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Indianapolis, IN 46204

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