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Indiana Governor and Secretary of State announce 2020 primary election to move to June 2

SOURCE: News release from Office of Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric Holcomb joined Secretary of State Connie Lawson, Republican Party Chair Kyle Hupfer and Democratic Party Chair John Zody today to announce an agreement to move…

March 20, 2020

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Indiana DOR announces filing and payment extensions during the 2020 spring filing season

SOURCE: Indiana Department of Revenue INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Governor Eric Holcomb announced the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) is extending certain filing and payment deadlines to align with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and support Hoosiers during the COVID-19 health…

March 19, 2020

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Gov. Holcomb takes more actions to protect Hoosiers during public emergency: Schools, economy, unemployment insurance changes announced

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb took additional unprecedented actions today to protect and support Hoosiers during the COVID-19 outbreak by signing executive orders that extend the closure of schools, provide…

March 19, 2020

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Hoosier small businesses invited to apply for low-interest loans from U.S. Small Business Administration

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Economic Development Corporation INDIANAPOLIS – Last night, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued a disaster declaration for the state of Indiana, offering financial assistance for Hoosier small businesses impacted by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak…

March 19, 2020

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Dept. of Correction expands suspension of visitation to include all volunteer staff as result of COVID-19 Virus Concerns

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Department of Correction Indianapolis, Ind. – While there continue to be no known cases of COVID-19 among staff or offenders at Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) facilities, the previously announced suspension of all facility visitations has…

March 19, 2020

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Two free phone calls and one free video visit for offenders at Indiana Department of Correction Facilities

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Department of Correction Indianapolis, Ind.— Beginning March 18, 2020, to lessen strain on offenders and their loved ones the result the COVID-19 virus, Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) officials worked with the telephone and video…

March 17, 2020

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Social Security Offices will only offer phone, online service

News release from Social Security Administration All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020. This decision protects the population we serve—older Americans and people with underlying medical conditions—and our…

March 17, 2020

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Health Department announces second COVID-19 death in Indiana

NOTE: Find our additional coverage of COVID-19 here. For the latest U.S. information and updates, the White House Coronavirus Task Force recommends that people visit coronavirus.gov. SOURCE: News release from Indiana State Department of Health INDIANAPOLIS —The Indiana State Department…

March 17, 2020

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Gov. Holcomb signs Executive Order, issues more directives to slow the spread of COVID-19

NOTE: Find our additional coverage of COVID-19 here. For the latest U.S. information and updates, the White House Coronavirus Task Force recommends that people visit coronavirus.gov. SOURCE: News release from Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb INDIANAPOLIS — In a continuing…

March 17, 2020

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State to allow opioid treatment programs the use of lockboxes; provide naloxone to help reduce spread of COVID-19

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Family and Social Services Administration INDIANAPOLIS – In an effort to reduce the potential to acquire and/or spread COVID-19, the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction, with support from Overdose Lifeline, will supply opioid…

March 16, 2020

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Indiana Division of Family Resources offices remain open, yet online applications or telephone calls strongly encouraged

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Family and Social Services Administration INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Division of Family Resources operates at least one physical office in every Indiana county and, in order to serve Hoosiers in need, those offices remain open…

March 16, 2020

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Indiana governor announces more steps to slow the spread of COVID-19, including closing restaurants, bars and nightclubs to in-person patrons

SOURCE: News release from the Office of Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb INDIANAPOLIS — In a continuing effort to slow the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Governor Eric J. Holcomb has announced additional efforts. The governor and other state officials…

March 16, 2020

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Liability Insurance for Childcare Facilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Department of Insurance Indianapolis – The Indiana Department of Insurance is addressing concerns that facilities that provide services such as childcare and meals to the community will lose their liability insurance if they remain open during…

March 15, 2020

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Gov. Holcomb announces additional actions to help public respond to COVID-19

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced additional steps the state is taking to help Hoosiers who are impacted by the novel coronavirus COVID-19 to reduce the spread of the virus. As of noon today, the state has 12…

March 13, 2020

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Gov. Holcomb signs executive order to speed up deliveries to retailers

SOURCE: News release from the Office of Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb signed an executive order to lift regulations on commercial vehicles transporting goods to retailers, some of which are running short on supplies.…

March 13, 2020

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COVID-19 concern results in visitation restrictions at Indiana Department of Correction facilities

SOURCE: News releases from Indiana Department of Correction Indianapolis, Ind – While there are presently no known cases of COVID-19 among staff or offenders housed at Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) facilities, the previously announced suspension of visitations at specific prison…

March 11, 2020

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‘Let Indiana Work for You’ Program Encourages Graduates to Stay

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Commission for Higher Education (INDIANAPOLIS) – Indiana’s future depends on keeping talented college graduates – those from Indiana and from out-of-state – in their communities and in the state after graduation. The Indiana Commission for…

March 9, 2020

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Indiana Legislative Trails caucus forms

SOURCE: News release from Indiana House Democratic Caucus INDIANAPOLIS – State Representative Carey Hamilton (D-Indianapolis) is spearheading the launch of the newly established Indiana Legislative Trails Caucus and will serve as a co-chair. Hamilton will be working with fellow co-chairs…

March 8, 2020

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Spring conference on invasive species and watersheds set for March 26, 2020

The Indiana Invasives Initiative (III) is hosting its first statewide conference on Thursday, March 26 at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Center. The conference will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is packed with amazing speakers…

March 1, 2020

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Holcomb, McCormick, and Mitchell encourage students to apply to Governor’s STEM Team

INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Eric. J. Holcomb, Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Jennifer McCormick and Treasurer of State Kelly Mitchell invite Indiana high school students to apply for the 2020 Governor’s STEM Team (#GovSTEMteam). Gov. Holcomb developed the competition in 2017…

February 27, 2020