INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) has instituted new payment plan options to help ease the burden to Hoosier taxpayers. The new payment plan options became effective in early May and allow individuals to establish plans for a longer period of time without the previous requirement of a …

Washington, D.C. – President Trump today signed into law the bipartisan community banking regulatory relief package that U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly negotiated, co-wrote, and helped introduce last November. The Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act passed the Senate in March and the House of Representatives earlier this week. …

WASHINGTON, DC- Today, Congressman Rokita released a statement following the House passage of the Fiscal Year 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “Our military is finally empowered to take the fight back to the bad guys,” said Congressman Todd Rokita. “The days of the Obama administration’s neglect in hollowing out …

INDIANAPOLIS – In partnership with the Indiana Nutrition Council, the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) announced today Marcia Miller of Orchard View Elementary in Middlebury as the 2018 School Food Service Employee of the Year. Marcia has served Orchard View Elementary as Kitchen Manager for nearly 24 years. “Ensuring our …

Memorial Day traditionally marks the start of the summer travel season in Indiana. And whether you’re attending the Indianapolis 500, vacationing, visiting family and friends, or just passing through, INDOT urges drivers to plan extra travel time, to stay informed on road conditions, and to drive safely. Road Work Suspended Most …

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today helped the Senate pass bipartisan legislation that aims to strengthen the Department of Veterans Affairs and improve and streamline the VA Choice Program. The VA MISSION Act of 2018, which now heads to President Trump’s desk, would simplify the VA’s programs that …

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, today praised the inclusion of his initiative on acquisition reform in the fiscal year 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). “Our armed forces must have the most cutting-edge capabilities, and this legislation will help protect …

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced four young people to serve as the 2018-2019 Governor’s Fellows. The Governor’s Fellowship is a highly selective, year-long program for recent graduates who have an interest in state government service. Fellows are full-time paid employees who work in various state agencies on …

VIENNA, Austria (May 23, 2018) – Governor Eric. J. Holcomb and First Lady Janet Holcomb met with Austrian businesses and government officials today in Vienna to thank them for their commitment to Indiana’s economy and Hoosier jobs and to pitch the state as a destination for continued international investment. “Touring Fronius’s global …

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) recently released its statewide teacher survey. Aimed toward all K-12 classroom educators in Indiana, the survey will provide the necessary information to help guide future legislative priorities and professional development opportunities. “Indiana is full of hard-working and dedicated teachers who spend every …