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Lawmakers push for permanent classification of fentanyl-related substances

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 7, 2025

U.S. Senator Todd Young, representing Indiana, has collaborated with fellow lawmakers to reintroduce the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of (HALT) Fentanyl Act.

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Resolution recognizes February as Career and Technical Education Month

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 7, 2025

U.S. Senator Todd Young from Indiana, along with several colleagues, has introduced and passed a resolution to recognize February as National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month.

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Analysis: Indiana among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 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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Young and Warnock propose bill to enhance IRS efficiency with barcode technology

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 6, 2025

U.S. Senators Todd Young and Raphael Warnock have introduced the BARCODE Efficiency Act, a legislative proposal aimed at enhancing the processing of paper tax returns by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

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Senators introduce bill targeting U.S. critical mineral supply chain vulnerabilities

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 6, 2025

U.S. Senators Todd Young, Chris Coons, John Cornyn, and John Hickenlooper have reintroduced a bill aimed at fortifying the United States' supply chain of critical minerals and rare earth elements.

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Indiana experiences lower inflation rate than national average as of December 2024

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 5, 2025

As of December 2024, Indiana experienced a 20.6% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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Indiana Chamber's annual event focuses on legislative networking

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 5, 2025

The Indiana Chamber of Commerce is preparing for its annual Chamber Day Reception, a significant event in the legislative networking calendar.

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Indiana organizations lobby against anti-voter bills at State House

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 5, 2025

Members from over a dozen organizations are set to converge at the Indiana State House on Wednesday, February 12.

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Indiana Chamber comments on Senate Bill 1 in committee hearing

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 5, 2025

The Indiana Chamber of Commerce has provided comments on Senate Bill 1, a property tax relief measure discussed in the Senate Tax and Fiscal Policy Committee.

FOIA Request Sent to Indiana Secretary of State Regarding Spring Elections Candidates for Office on February 5, 2025

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Indiana Secretary of State on February 5, 2025.

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Common Cause urges rejection of bill closing Indiana's primaries

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 5, 2025

A legislative proposal in Indiana, Senate Bill 201, could significantly impact the state's voting landscape by closing its primaries to independent voters.

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IPHCA Monthly February 2025 highlights health awareness initiatives

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 4, 2025

February's edition of the IPHCA Monthly focuses on advocacy, heart health, and community care.

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NFIB director testifies on Indiana small business legislation

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 4, 2025

NFIB Indiana State Director Natalie Robinson has been actively involved in legislative hearings concerning several small business issues.

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Senators introduce bill aimed at expanding school choice options

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 4, 2025

U.S. Senators Todd Young, Bill Cassidy, and Tim Scott have reintroduced the Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA), aiming to broaden educational opportunities for students.

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Young and Warner lead Senate resolution on Iwo Jima's 80th anniversary

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 4, 2025

U.S. Senators Todd Young and Mark Warner have introduced a resolution in the Senate to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima.

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Todd Young backs Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 4, 2025

U.S. Senator Todd Young has expressed his support for Tulsi Gabbard as the next Director of National Intelligence.

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Young and Kaine propose reauthorization of Dr. Lorna Breen Act

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 3, 2025

U.S. Senators Todd Young and Tim Kaine have introduced a bill to reauthorize the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act, initially passed in 2022.

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NFIB's Small Business Day returns to Indianapolis

By Hoosier State Today | Feb 3, 2025

Join the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) for its annual Small Business Day in Indianapolis.

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Analysis: Credit card regs opposed by IN bankers could lead to $227 billion loss in U.S. economic activity

By Hoosier State Today reports | Jan 31, 2025

Federal credit card regulations proposed in 2023 could lead to a loss of $227 billion in economic activity and 156,000 job losses, according to an analysis conducted for the Electronic Payments Coalition (EPC) by Oxford Economics Research (OER).

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Senators push for mandatory AM radio inclusion in new vehicles

By Hoosier State Today | Jan 31, 2025

U.S. Senator Todd Young from Indiana, alongside a group of colleagues, has reintroduced the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.