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Bill aims to standardize appointment and expulsion procedures in public office

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

State Representative Kyle Pierce has co-authored a bill aimed at standardizing the qualifications for candidates appointed to public office and refining the procedures for expulsion or vacancy of elected officials.

IPS educators release new book on understanding emotions

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) educators have released a new book aimed at helping young people understand and manage their emotions.

Speaker Huston praises judiciary's role in public safety and family support

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

Jan. 29, 2025 Statehouse - House Speaker Todd Huston has expressed his appreciation for the judiciary's role in maintaining the rule of law and enhancing public safety within the state.

Indiana legislators begin work on state budget and community empowerment

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

The 2025 legislative session has commenced at the Statehouse in downtown Indianapolis.

Indiana House partners with HVAF for veteran donation drive

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

Indiana House legislators have teamed up with Helping Veterans and Families of Indiana (HVAF) to support Hoosier veterans in need.

Spotlight on Valerie Summerlot's role at Indianapolis Public Schools

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

The IPS Employee Spotlight recently featured Valerie Summerlot, the Senior Manager of Professional Learning.

Baird introduces bills for veteran and Gold Star family access to Indiana state parks

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

State Representative Beau Baird has put forward new legislation aimed at providing free access to Indiana state parks for veterans and Gold Star families.

Indiana House approves road renaming for fallen deputy Noah Rainey

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

The Indiana House of Representatives has unanimously approved a resolution proposed by State Representative Heath VanNatter to rename a section of State Road 75 in honor of Carroll County sheriff's deputy Noah C. Rainey, who died in the line of duty.

House committee supports ecofriendly alternative to traditional cremation

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

The House Commerce, Small Business and Economic Development Committee has moved forward with legislation proposed by State Representative Mark Genda to introduce a more environmentally friendly method for the dissolution of human remains.

Rowray introduces bill to expand child care aid for foster families

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

State Representative Elizabeth Rowray has introduced a bill aimed at expanding the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) program to better support foster families.

House approves renaming bridge after fallen marine Jacky Koenig Jr

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

The Indiana House has given unanimous approval to a resolution proposed by State Representative Alex Zimmerman, which seeks to rename a bridge on State Road 7 in honor of Lance Corporal Jacky Koenig Jr., a Marine from North Vernon.

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Which former Indy Standard area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 1?

By Indy Standard | Jan 29, 2025

These former Indy Standard area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 1.

House District 16 focuses on agriculture in new legislative session

By Indy Standard | Jan 28, 2025

The 2025 legislative session has commenced, with a focus on advancing efforts significant to the community.

Resolution passed to rename highway section after fallen trooper Aaron N. Smith

By Indy Standard | Jan 28, 2025

The Indiana House of Representatives has approved a resolution proposed by State Representative Michelle Davis to honor fallen Indiana State Police Trooper Aaron N. Smith.

Bipartisan group reintroduces TORNADO Act to improve severe weather forecasting

By Indy Standard | Jan 28, 2025

U.S. Senator Todd Young from Indiana, alongside Senator Roger Wicker of Mississippi and a bipartisan group of senators, has reintroduced the Tornado Observation Research Notification and Deployment to Operations (TORNADO) Act.

Hostettler introduces bill for increased roadside mowing on U.S. Highway 41

By Indy Standard | Jan 28, 2025

State Representative Matt Hostettler has proposed a bill to secure additional funding for roadside mowing along U.S. 41 in Indiana.

IPS hosts virtual townhall for Spanish-speaking families on immigration rights

By Indy Standard | Jan 28, 2025

Immigration attorney Angela Adams is set to lead a virtual townhall aimed at Spanish-speaking families, focusing on understanding legal rights and accessing important resources.

Elkhart legislators respond to supermarket shooting that killed three

By Indy Standard | Jan 28, 2025

Elkhart County legislators have expressed their condolences following a shooting at Martin's Supermarket in Elkhart, which resulted in three deaths, including the shooter, and left two police officers injured.

André Carson criticizes Trump's actions on citizenship and federal funding

By Indy Standard | Jan 28, 2025

In recent tweets dated January 27 and January 28, André Carson expressed opposition to Donald Trump's proposed changes to birthright citizenship and the freezing of federal funds.