Alexandria, VA—The American Conservative Union Foundation (ACUF) has just released its ratings of the 2018 meeting of the Indiana General Assembly. ACUF’s Ratings—both federal and state—are an initiative of ACUF’s Center for Legislative Accountability. These ratings are designed to reflect how over 8,000 of the nation’s elected officials view the role of …
Read More »Voting security strong in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS (October 24, 2018) – Secretary of State Connie Lawson takes great care to prepare for each election. In preparation for the upcoming election, Secretary Lawson has proactively worked to implement new security measures and resources to protect Hoosiers’ votes. Voters should know that no piece of Indiana’s voting equipment …
Read More »Donnelly Provisions to Combat Opioid Epidemic Signed into Law as Part of Bipartisan SUPPORT Act
Indianapolis, Ind. – Several of U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly’s provisions to combat the opioid abuse epidemic were signed into law today by the President as part of the bipartisan Substance Use Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Act. Donnelly spoke on the Senate …
Read More »Treasurer Mitchell Launches “Right on the Money” Video
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (October 24, 2018) — Today Treasurer Mitchell, along with Superintendent McCormick, launched “Right on the Money”. This video was created to aid Hoosier teachers and families as they increase students’ financial awareness. “It was a joy to be a part of the creation of this resource,” said Treasurer Mitchell. “I …
Read More »IMPD Officer arrested on allegations of Domestic Violence
INDIANAPOLIS – A 28-year veteran of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) was arrested Tuesday on allegations of domestic violence. Troy Fitts Just before 12 a.m., on 10/23/2018, Officers were dispatched to the Fitts home on reports of a disturbance. Responding officers learned that Officer Troy Fitts was allegedly involved …
Read More »Indianapolis Man Killed in I-70 Crash
Indianapolis, IN – Troopers from the Indiana State Police are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of an Indianapolis man. Shortly after 1:30 Wednesday afternoon emergency crews were called to a serious two vehicle crash on I-70 westbound at the 76.1 mile marker, near Holt Road. Upon arrival, responders …
Read More »Donnelly Provision to Expedite Infrastructure Permitting Signed into Law by President Trump
Indianapolis, Ind. – Today, President Trump signed into law a bipartisan provision led by U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly that will help improve the timeliness and predictability of permitting for some infrastructure projects. The provision, which was included as part of the America’s Water Infrastructure Act, was one Donnelly introduced as …
Read More »DOR’s Nation Leading Fraud Team Stops over $9.7 Million in 2018
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) has made a tremendous investment in protecting Hoosier’s identities and preventing refund fraud, stopping over $9.7 million in fraud in 2018. Since the program’s inception in 2014, DOR’s identity and refund fraud protection program has stopped over $119 million in refund theft. …
Read More »Hendricks County Hoopfest Tickets Now For Sale Online
Danville, IN–Event tickets for the second annual Hendricks County Hoopfest to be held at Danville High School, Friday, Nov.30 and Saturday, Dec.1, are now available online, it was announced today by Scott Robinson, organizer of the tournament. The event features top high school basketball programs from the county and the …
Read More »Hendricks County Towns Host Inaugural Westside Development Summit – October 23rd
PLAINFIELD, In. – The inaugural Westside Development Summit, hosted by Hendricks County towns, will be held Tuesday, October 23rd at the brand new Embassy Suites Conference Center in Plainfield. The Summit will highlight key players who have been successful in guiding communities in the greater Indianapolis region. The dynamic line-up …
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