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Analysis: Indiana one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Hoosier State Today | Apr 6, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Hoosier State Today shows that Indiana is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

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Defense Credit Union Council to Sens. Young, Braun: 'The Credit Card Competition Act is a misnomer—it does nothing to enhance competition'

By Hoosier State Today News Service | Apr 4, 2025

The Defense Credit Union Council, which represents U.S. military credit unions, sent a letter to Indiana's U.S. Senators in opposition to proposed credit card regulations pending in the U.S. Senate.

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Senator Young supports limits on presidential tariff authority with new legislation

By Hoosier State Today | Apr 4, 2025

U.S. Senator Todd Young, representing Indiana, has joined bipartisan forces with Senators Chuck Grassley of Iowa and Maria Cantwell of Washington to support legislation aimed at reaffirming Congress's critical role in U.S. trade policy.

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Indiana Chamber supports tax reforms to enhance competitiveness

By Hoosier State Today | Apr 4, 2025

House Republicans have proposed property tax relief reforms in Indiana, including changes to the business personal property tax.

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EDA awards over $10 million in grants for economic development projects in Indiana in 2023

By Hoosier State Today | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued 17 grants totaling $10,593,709 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Indiana.

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Senate introduces sanctions against Russia amid ongoing Ukraine conflict

By Hoosier State Today | Apr 3, 2025

U.S. Senator Todd Young, along with 49 Senate colleagues, introduced proposed sanctions targeting the Russian Federation.

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Indiana Chamber urges lawmakers to support House Bill 1003

By Hoosier State Today | Apr 3, 2025

The Indiana Chamber of Commerce is calling on state lawmakers to maintain the advancements achieved with the recently amended House Bill 1003.

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Former Sen. Roy Blunt on telehealth: People 'prefer to talk about behavioral health problems to a doctor on a screen'

By Hoosier State Today | Apr 2, 2025

Roy Blunt, former U.S. Senator from Missouri, said that telehealth has effectively revolutionized access to behavioral health services, particularly benefiting rural communities and veterans.

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Indiana ranks 28 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

By Hoosier State Today | Apr 2, 2025

Indiana ranks 28 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $42,735 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

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Indiana Chamber supports new initiative aiding student pathways to education and employment

By Hoosier State Today | Apr 2, 2025

Indiana has launched a new initiative to connect high school students with direct pathways to further education, employment, or military service.

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Events and initiatives spotlighted in April's IPHCA Monthly

By Hoosier State Today | Apr 2, 2025

April’s issue of IPHCA Monthly highlights various observances and events, encouraging community involvement and engagement.

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Indiana Credit Union League one of 48 state credit union groups to oppose Durbin-Marshall credit card bill

By Hoosier State Today News Service | Apr 1, 2025

Indiana Credit Union League (ICUL) is one of 48 state credit union groups to oppose the "Credit Card Competition Act.”

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Indiana employers classified under the Information industry during 2024?

By Hoosier State Today | Mar 31, 2025

Employers classified under the Information industry based in Indiana submitted 35 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Unity through Service Act aims to boost national engagement and community service

By Hoosier State Today | Mar 31, 2025

U.S. Senators Todd Young and Jack Reed have reintroduced the Unity through Service Act, a bipartisan bill aiming to address military, national, and public service needs.

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Bill to prevent SBA fraud advances out of committee

By Hoosier State Today | Mar 28, 2025

The U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship has advanced legislation aimed at preventing fraudsters from taking advantage of Small Business Administration (SBA) programs.

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Sen. Young: ‘Continues to hear from constituent groups on both sides’ of credit card bill opposed by Indiana bankers

By Hoosier State Today reports | Mar 27, 2025

The Indiana Bankers Association {IBA} is one of fifty state banking associations to oppose the "Credit Card Competition Act."

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Senators seek repeal of Biden-era rules on BEAD broadband program

By Hoosier State Today | Mar 27, 2025

U.S. Senator Todd Young from Indiana, along with Senator John Thune of South Dakota, have addressed a letter to Howard Lutnick, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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How many H-1B petitions made by Indiana employers were approved during 2024?

By Hoosier State Today | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 98% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Indiana were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Indiana businesses support health care affordability and transparency bill

By Hoosier State Today | Mar 26, 2025

Indiana small business owners have reiterated their concerns over the affordability of health insurance, emphasizing the critical need for legislative action to alleviate health care costs for small employers.

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Todd Young honors 100 years of Fort Wayne's WOWO Radio

By Hoosier State Today | Mar 26, 2025

U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) recently delivered a speech on the Senate floor to commemorate the 100th anniversary of WOWO Radio, a prominent station in Fort Wayne, Indiana.