Category Government

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Mike Braun is strengthening government efficiency at the Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD), where an artificial intelligence-powered plain language tool is helping modernize public-facing documents. The tool helps simplify complex government jargon, while also improving document readability…

INDIANAPOLIS — Every day inside Indiana’s correctional facilities, Gov. Mike Braun’s focus on successful re-entry is taking shape through opportunities for incarcerated Hoosiers to build skills, gain experience, and prepare for employment after release. Last year, Gov. Braun directed the…

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun today declared a new statewide energy emergency and reinstituted his suspension of Indiana’s Gasoline Usage Tax and Gasoline Excise Tax through September 5, continuing nation-leading relief for Hoosiers from high gas prices. “New conditions that continue…

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Governor Mike Braun chaired the 2026 second quarter Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) board of directors meeting today, celebrating significant wins that will have a positive impact on Hoosier jobs, wages, industries, entrepreneurship and quality of place.  In 2026…

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana First Lady Maureen Braun today announced the launch of INspire Healthy Families, a new Indiana Department of Health initiative that she is championing. The purpose of INspire Healthy Families is to help Hoosier families build healthier habits together through simple, practical daily…

New online portal brings transparency to Indiana gas prices during declared energy emergency  On April 28, 2026, Attorney General Todd Rokita launched IN Fuel Watch, a new public online portal that provides real-time gasoline prices at more than 4,600 Indiana gas stations around the entire state.  The user-friendly website allows Hoosiers to search, filter and…

INDIANAPOLIS – On Thursday, April 30, 2026, Indiana Governor Mike Braun ceremonially signed two bills into law to protect Hoosiers, strengthen state oversight, and ensure Indiana remains competitive in the face of growing threats from foreign adversaries. Senate Enrolled Act 256 establishes new…

INDIANAPOLIS – On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, Governor Mike Braun ceremonially signed HEA 1177, legislation that expands employer-supported child care options and helps more Hoosier families access affordable, reliable child care. “Affordable child care is one of the biggest pressures on family…

INDIANAPOLIS – On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Governor Mike Braun announced IN AI, a new statewide initiative focused on helping businesses grow, create jobs, and increase wages through the practical application of human-centered artificial intelligence. The initiative will be executed by the…

STATEHOUSE – State Sen. Stacey Donato (R-Logansport) welcomed Royal Center resident Alyssa Lantz to the Statehouse to serve as a Senate page. Lantz, who attends Pioneer Jr/Sr High School, spent the day at the Statehouse touring the historic building, observing…