Government
Senator Jim Banks introduces Nuclear Family Priority Act
WASHINGTON, D.C – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Nuclear Family Priority Act. This bill ends visa categories for extended, non-nuclear family members and limits sponsorship…
Secretary of State Diego Morales leads Indiana Securities Division in promoting Financial Literacy Month
INDIANAPOLIS – April is Financial Literacy Month, a nationwide initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of financial education. The Indiana Securities Division is…
Lawrence County Council to hold special meeting to discuss budgets
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Council will hold a special meeting on Thursday, April 10, at 4:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the…
Governor Braun mandates transparency for state-affiliated non-profits, sets wage growth and job creation as Economic Development ‘North Star’
INDIANAPOLIS— Governor Mike Braun signed an executive order on Tuesday requiring full transparency for nonprofit foundations and corporations created to assist state government agencies. He…
Bloomington student wins 2024 Humans Rights Art & Essay Contest
BLOOMINGTON. – The Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission (BMCHRC) has announced the twelve winners of the 2025 Human Rights Art/Essay Contest. Students in grades K-6 responded…
Sen. Jim Banks introduces bill requiring universities to disclose gifts from foreign adversaries
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Safeguarding American Education From Foreign Control Act. This bill requires universities to disclose gifts they receive from foreign…
Governor Braun leads GOP Governors in support of President Trump’s budget framework passed by Senate
INDIANAPOLIS— Governor Mike Braun led a group of 22 GOP Governors in a letter to President Trump supporting his budget framework. The framework was passed…
REAL ID deadline fast approaching: Indiana residents need compliant identification by May 7
INDIANA– Time is running out for Indiana residents to obtain a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or identification card. The federal REAL ID Act will go…
Lt. Governor Micah Beckwith hosts roundtable to advance faith-based initiatives
TERRE HAUTE— Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith recently held a roundtable discussion in Terre Haute, continuing his statewide faith-based initiative to unite faith leaders. This ongoing…
Cement Plant Road bridge replacement Sparks resident concerns over design
BEDFORD – Lawrence County Commissioners heard concerns Tuesday morning regarding an upcoming bridge replacement project on Cement Plant Road over Leatherwood Creek. While the project…
