Indy Standard

The legislative session for 2025 has concluded with the passage of Indiana's two-year state budget, along with tax relief measures and other priorities, according to State Representatives Matt Lehman and Lorissa Sweet.

Lehman emphasized the importance of the balanced budget in delivering tax relief while making essential investments in education and public safety. He stated, "This budget and other new laws reflect our commitments to responsible fiscal management, efficient government and policies that keep Indiana strong and thriving."

Key aspects of the budget include a reduction in Indiana's state income tax over the next two years, projected to save taxpayers more than $200 million annually. Property tax relief and reform legislation were also advanced, amounting to $1.3 billion in savings for Hoosiers over two years. Additionally, there are significant investments in K-12 education and public safety, such as expanding school choice scholarships.

Sweet highlighted strategic investments benefiting residents: "Our biennial budget makes smart and strategic investments that will benefit Hoosiers." She noted efforts to reduce healthcare costs while increasing public safety and transparency.

All eight House Republican priority items were sent to the Governor's desk by session end. These include House Enrolled Act 1001 for an efficiently balanced state budget; House Enrolled Act 1002 reducing K-12 regulations; House Enrolled Act 1003 lowering healthcare costs through improved pricing transparency; House Enrolled Act 1004 ensuring nonprofit hospitals focus on healthcare delivery; House Enrolled Act 1005 improving housing access via expanded infrastructure assistance; House Enrolled Act 1006 creating a review board for non-enforcing prosecutors; House Enrolled Act 1007 addressing energy economy needs while cutting costs; and House Enrolled Act 1008 inviting Illinois counties considering secession to join Indiana.

For further information on these laws signed by the governor, additional resources are available.