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Twenty-five 21st Century Scholar program alumni, 10 partnering organizations and two state leaders who created Indiana’s scholarship program for low-income students were recognized last evening at a celebration of the 21st Century Scholars program’s 25th anniversary.   “The 21st Century Scholars program is a national model for providing students financial …

INDIANAPOLIS – Today, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) named Ben Gavelek as the new director of communications.   Prior to joining ISDA, Gavelek began his career in public relations working as a press secretary for the Indiana House of Representatives, Republican Caucus. In that role, he served as the media …

Governor Pence reads “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas” to students gathered at the Indiana Statehouse for the annual tree lighting event. Choir students from Kingsway Christian School in Avon, IN joined Governor Pence at the Indiana Statehouse to perform at the annual tree lighting event. Governor Mike Pence and First …

The Indiana State Police, in partnership with the Indiana Attorney General’s Office, will aid in the collection of unwanted or expired prescription drugs at the Indianapolis Colts Bleed Blue Blood Drive taking place at Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, December 12th from 8 to 4 p.m. For additional information visit …

Indianapolis – In accordance with a presidential proclamation issued today, Governor Mike Pence is directing flags at state facilities statewide be flown at half-staff in honor of the victims of the tragedy in San Bernardino, California on December 2, 2015. Flags should be flown at half-staff effective immediately through Monday, …

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Todd Rokita (IN-04), the only Indiana majority member on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, issued the following statement after the U.S.  House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the bipartisan, bicameral, Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act: “Indiana is known as ‘the Crossroads of America’ and I …

Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence and First Lady Karen Pence will welcome Hoosier students grades K-5 to the Statehouse tomorrow for a tree lighting event. Governor Pence will read “Twas the Night Before Christmas” to children in attendance and First Lady Karen Pence will help students decorate their own ornaments …

Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence recently made appointments to various boards and commissions.   Indiana State Commission on Aging Charles F. McLean [Hendricks County], appointed to serve a four-year term through November 15, 2019   Indiana Arts Commission Libby L. Chiu [Porter County], appointed to serve a four-year term through …

The Indiana State Police is now accepting applications for the 76th Recruit Academy.  Individuals who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State Trooper may apply online at http://www.in.gov/isp/2368.htm.  This website will provide a detailed synopsis of the application process as well as information on additional career …

Washington, D.C. – Chairman of the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, Rep. Todd Rokita (IN-04), issued the following statement after the House passed the Every Student Succeeds Act, a version of the same bill he co-authored for two years and helped negotiate with the Senate recently: “This bill …