Indiana legislators send bill addressing child care costs to governor
State senators gave final approval almost unanimously Wednesday to a bill expanding eligibility for a child care subsidy program for child care workers with kids of their own.
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Gov. Holcomb signs controversial pet sales bill
House Enrolled Act 1412 invalidates 21 local ordinances limiting pet sales and establishes care standards for dog breeders and pet stores.
Holcomb signs first bill of 2024, rolls back wetlands protections
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed the first bill to hit his desk in the 2024 legislative session: one further eroding wetlands protections by redefining certain, protected wetlands to a less regulated class.
After Lund’s confirmation, governor accepting applications for replacement on Elkhart Superior Court
With former Elkhart Superior Judge Gretchen S. Lund’s recent confirmation as a federal judge, the state is now looking to fill her position in Elkhart County.
Blaiklock, Kern appointed to Marion Superior Court, replacing Flowers, Welch
A law firm managing partner and a magistrate judge have been named the next Marion Superior Court judges.
Applications open through Wednesday for Marion City Court
Lawyers interested in presiding over the Marion City Court must submit their applications by next Wednesday.
Republican lawmakers advance new attempt to limit Indiana governor’s executive powers
Still reeling over a slew of executive orders issued by Gov. Eric Holcomb during the pandemic, Senate Republicans advanced a bill Tuesday that seeks to limit the governor’s emergency powers.
Return on investment: 2024 State of the Judiciary focuses on outcomes of legislative funding
Indiana Chief Justice Loretta Rush recognized some of the state’s judges and their community efforts in trying to assist people with behavioral and mental health needs, as well as efforts by judicial officers to help the state’s veterans and families.
Governor makes appointments to Hamilton, St. Joseph County benches
Gov. Eric Holcomb has announced two new judicial appointments to fill bench vacancies in Hamilton and St. Joseph Counties.
Holcomb makes workforce push in final State of the State address
In his eighth and final State of the State address Tuesday, Gov. Eric Holcomb called for commitments to improving third-grade reading levels, expanding the child care workforce and building greater awareness of the state’s jobs programs.
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb to deliver 2024 State of the State address
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb will deliver the 2024 State of the State address — the final of his term — Tuesday night in front of a joint session of the General Assembly.
Holcomb’s 2024 agenda aims to ease state’s workforce development issues
Gov. Eric Holcomb on Monday unveiled the eighth and final legislative agenda of his two-term tenure.
Holcomb appoints superior court judges in Daviess, Wayne counties
Gov. Eric Holcomb has announced judicial appointments in Daviess and Wayne counties.
Holcomb names interim director of Office of Environmental Adjudication as longtime ALJ retires
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb has announced the interim director of the Office of Environmental Adjudication as the longtime director and chief environmental law judge retires.
Holcomb considers his legacy, next steps as 2023 winds down
As Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb heads into his last year leading the Hoosier State, he emphasized that his administration won’t be resting on its laurels — and will continue to be aggressive about new projects.
Fort Wayne woman appointed to JNC by Holcomb
A Fort Wayne woman has been appointed to the Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission for a three-year term, Gov. Eric Holcomb has announced.
Holcomb defends LEAP pipeline, prepares for last legislative session
Gov. Eric Holcomb defended the timeline process for a water pipeline from Tippecanoe County to Boone County for a massive, high-tech development grounded by a multibillion-dollar investment from Eli Lilly.
Applications open for Marion Superior Court vacancy following Flowers’ death; governor also accepting applications for Daviess Co. court
The Marion County Judicial Selection Committee has opened applications for the vacancy created by the death of Judge Shatrese Flowers. Gov. Eric Holcomb is also accepting applications for an upcoming vacancy on the Daviess Superior Court.
Applications open for Wayne, St. Joe court vacancies
Applications are open for upcoming trial court vacancies in two Indiana counties.
Holcomb appoints judges in Howard, Vanderburg Cos., JNC member in St. Joe county
Gov. Eric Holcomb this week announced judicial appointments in Howard and Vanderburgh counties, as well as an appointment to the St. Joseph County Judicial Nominating Commission.