Around the House

The Interim Study Committee on Pension Management Oversight recently announced that Indiana's Pre-1996 Teachers' Retirement Fund is expected to be fully funded a decade earlier than projected. State Reps. Craig Snow (R-Winona Lake) and Lori Goss-Reaves (R-Marion) discuss how the fund supports thousands of teachers and what fully funding it means for Hoosier taxpayers and schools on this week's Aro...

Hoosier farmers are receiving relief from high diesel prices this harvest season. Hear from State Reps. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) and Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) about the governor's decision to ease restrictions on off-road diesel for agricultural hauling and how the change can help farmers lower costs during harvest season.

Secured School Safety Grants are going to nearly 500 schools across the state. On this week's episode of Around the House, hear from State Reps. Julie Olthoff (R-Crown Point) and David Abbott (R-Rome City) on how Indiana is investing in critical school safety improvements.

Indiana's economy continues to grow, creating new opportunities for Hoosiers and attracting investment. State Reps. Ben Smaltz (R-Auburn) and Chris Jeter (R-Fishers) discuss building on that progress by keeping Indiana affordable, addressing everyday expenses and supporting economic growth.

Hear from a press secretary, a policy analyst and a legislative assistant who discuss how applying for an internship with the Indiana House Republicans led each of them to a full-time career. Learn more about the internship program and apply online at indianahouserepublicans.com/internship by Oct. 31.

New state protections and a landmark settlement with Meta are giving Indiana families more tools to help keep children safe online. State Reps. Bob Behning (R-Indianapolis), Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) and Becky Cash (R-Zionsville) discuss new social media protections for Hoosier youth, including parental consent requirements, limits on use and safety reforms included in a landmark settlement with...

Twenty-five years ago, our nation experienced one of the darkest days in its history with the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. On this week's Around the House, hear from State Reps. Ed Soliday (R-Valparaiso) and Craig Haggard (R-Mooresville) on how Indiana aided recovery efforts and our commitment to remembering the victims and their families.  

Indiana's third grade reading scores continue to improve. Hear from State Reps. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville), Jake Teshka (R-North Liberty) and Danny Lopez (R-Carmel) about how Indiana is making strides in reading recovery.

Indiana is providing storm recovery resources to thousands of Hoosiers displaced by historic storms and flooding. Hear from House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) and State Reps. Julie Olthoff (R-Crown Point) and Kyle Pierce (R-Anderson) about these resources and how Hoosiers can access them.

Recently, hundreds of Hoosier students received scholarships to help prepare them to become the next generation of Indiana educators. State Reps. and House Education Committee members Julie McGuire (R-Indianapolis) and Becky Cash (R-Zionsville) highlight the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship program.

The 2026-2027 school year is now in session. Hear from State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) about new laws that will keep students focused in the classroom and expand career learning opportunities.

Hear from State Reps. Lorissa Sweet (R-Wabash) and Ryan Lauer (R-Columbus) about new laws passed during the 2026 legislative session that strengthen protections for young Hoosiers, crack down on child predators and provide law enforcement with additional tools to keep communities safe.

Eligible children can receive up to $1,500 in investment through Trump Accounts. State Reps. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) and Cindy Ledbetter (R-Newburgh) discuss how these accounts can help build long-term savings for education, homeownership, retirement and other future milestones.

Indiana recently announced new Community Crossings grants are en route to local communities across the state. Hear from State Reps. Chris May (R-Bedford) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) to learn more about what this means for Indiana's cities, towns and counties, and how this benefits local infrastructure and transportation needs.

Interim study committees will soon meet as lawmakers begin reviewing key policy issues and gathering input ahead of the 2027 legislative session. These groups meet throughout the summer and fall to study a wide range of topics, hear from experts and consider recommendations that may shape future legislation. State Reps. Chris Jeter (R-Fishers) and Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) discuss how their...

Several new laws passed during the 2026 legislative session took effect July 1. State Reps. David Abbott (R-Rome City) and Craig Snow (R-Winona Lake) talk about bolstering public safety, cutting taxes for working Hoosiers, supporting farmers and small businesses and protecting Hoosier children.

Many parents and families are concerned about the impact of social media on Hoosier kids. Hear from State Reps. Joanna King (R-Middlebury) and Bob Behning (R-Indianapolis) about a new law that empowers parents and protects students online.

A new law addresses energy affordability and prioritizes Hoosier ratepayers. Hear from State Reps. Alaina Shonkwiler (R-Noblesville), Ed Soliday (R-Valparaiso) and Dave Hall (R-Norman) as they discuss legislation aimed at reducing energy costs on this week's Around the House.

This year, legislators passed a new law prohibiting students from using personal wireless communication devices during the school day. State Reps. Jake Teshka (R-North Liberty) and Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) describe how this new law will help Hoosier learners.

Indiana recently expanded a state website to help Hoosiers compare healthcare prices and quality. Hear from State Reps. Julie McGuire (R-Indianapolis) and Tony Isa (R-Angola) on this week's episode of Around the House.

New laws are strengthening support for foster youth and families across the state. Hear from State Reps. Danny Lopez (R-Carmel) and Dale DeVon (R-Granger) on this week's episode.

State Reps. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) and Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) discuss the significance of the Indianapolis 500, Indiana's growing leadership in sports tourism, economic development and the traditions that make Memorial Day weekend special in the Hoosier State.

During Mental Health Awareness Month, lawmakers are highlighting a new law that strengthens transparency, supports patients and aims to improve outcomes at mental health and addiction recovery centers. State Reps. Lori Goss-Reaves (R-Marion) and Julie Olthoff (R-Crown Point) discuss how these reforms support Hoosiers seeking mental health and addiction recovery services.

State Reps. Zach Payne (R-Charlestown) and Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne) discuss Indiana adding nearly 39,000 residents last year, outpacing all neighboring states and the national average in population growth.

May is Military Appreciation Month, and Indiana lawmakers are backing up their gratitude with action. Hear from State Reps. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) and Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) about new laws that support Hoosier veterans and their families.