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Indiana Week in Review

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Hoosier Democrats, Republicans and insiders talk candidly about issues, the Indiana Statehouse and everything in between on Indiana Week In Review from WFYI Public Media. Join host Brandon Smith and political experts as they dive into the debates shaping Indiana. You'll get policy updates on policy, the state legislature and more, from the left, right and middle of the aisle.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Indiana Abortion Ban Challenges 09.09.2022

Another challenge to Indiana’s abortion ban. Student loan debt forgiveness taxed by the state. Plus, the special session’s cost and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending September 9, 2022.

Indiana's Abortion Ban Challenged 02.09.2022

Abortion care providers challenge Indiana’s abortion ban. Tom McDermott’s poll shows a close Senate race. Plus, equity in electric vehicle charging plans and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending September 2, 2022.

Student Loan Forgiveness 26.08.2022

Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan.  Second Congressional District candidates chosen quickly.  Plus, the 21st Century Scholars program underutilized and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending August 26, 2022.

Major New Literacy Investment 19.08.2022

A major new literacy investment. Curtis Hill runs for Congress. Plus, IUPUI is splitting up and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending August 19, 2022.

Indiana's Abortion Ban 12.08.2022

Indiana Republicans pass a near-total abortion ban. Eli Lilly and Cummins weigh in on the ban, after it became law. Plus, a massive federal climate, health care and tax bill and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending August 12, 2022.

Representative Jackie Walorski Killed 05.08.2022

Indiana Congresswoman Jackie Walorski is killed in a crash. State lawmakers agree on an inflation relief package. Plus, Mike Pence in northwest Indiana and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending August 5, 2022.

State Abortion Ban Changes Debated 29.07.2022

Senate lawmakers debate changes to the abortion ban. A Republican state senator leaves his caucus. Plus, questions about a recession and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending July 29, 2022.

GOP Total Abortion Ban 22.07.2022

The Senate GOP unveils a total abortion ban, with few exceptions. Republicans don’t agree on inflation relief. Plus, Indiana’s First Congressional District a toss-up and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending July 22, 2022.

ILEARN Scores Improvement 15.07.2022

ILEARN scores show a slight improvement. Biden administration action on abortion. Plus, Todd Rokita threatens a doctor who performs abortions and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending July 15, 2022.

Indiana Democrats Calling for More Immediate Inflation Relief 08.07.2022

Democrats call for immediate inflation relief. The Supreme Court hobbles the EPA’s power to address climate change. Plus, more rallies for abortion rights and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending July 8, 2022.

Special Session Delayed 01.07.2022

Lawmakers delay their upcoming special session. The first major federal gun bill in decades signed into law. Plus, new laws take effect and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending July 1, 2022.

Supreme Court of the United States Overturns Roe v. Wade 24.06.2022

The Supreme Court of the United States overturned the near 50-year so-called super-precedent Roe v. Wade, opening the ban of abortion care to the discretion of states.  The Indiana GOP unseats the incumbent Secretary of State. Low-income Hoosiers left out of inflation relief. Plus, teen mental health struggles and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending June 24, 2022.

Indiana Supreme Court Pick 17.06.2022

Holcomb’s pick for the Indiana Supreme Court. College-going hits a new low in Indiana. Plus, Mitch Daniels leaving Purdue and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending June 17, 2022.

Inflation Relief 10.06.2022

The governor proposes inflation relief. The Indiana Supreme Court rules for Holcomb in his fight against lawmakers. Plus, a new tourism campaign and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending June 10, 2022.

Criticism Over Indiana’s Competitiveness 03.06.2022

The governor doesn’t dismiss recent criticism over Indiana’s competitiveness. Speaker Huston coy on a new Ways and Means chair. Plus, record overdose deaths again and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending June 3, 2022.

Holcomb’s Veto Overturned 27.05.2022

The legislature overturns Holcomb’s veto on a ban for transgender girls to play girls school sports. Cannabis decriminalization on the table for summer study. Plus, inflation relief and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending May 27, 2022.

Gas Tax Relief Push 20.05.2022

Democrats push for gas tax relief. Indiana tax revenues continue to surge. Plus, a baby formula shortage and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending May 20, 2022.

BMV Bad Behavior Allegations 13.05.2022

Allegations of bad behavior at the BMV. A lawsuit over inadequate mental health treatment. Plus, Democrats and Libertarians hold joint town halls and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending May 13, 2022.

Supreme Court Leak 06.05.2022

A Supreme Court leak on abortion. Indiana’s primary election results. Plus, school referendums largely successful and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending May 6, 2022.

Hoosier Housing Shortage 29.04.2022

Indiana has a severe housing shortage for the lowest-income Hoosiers. Looking ahead to next week’s primary. Plus, Tim Brown’s campaign finance questions and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending April 29, 2022.

Cannabis Legalization Push 22.04.2022

Indiana Dems push cannabis legalization. Eli Lilly makes a stark assessment of Indiana’s competitiveness. Plus, disappointing Kids Count data and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending April 22, 2022.

Graduate Workers on Strike at IU 15.04.2022

IU grad workers go on strike. A court OKs Indiana’s two-primary rule for party affiliation. Plus, Brent Waltz pleads guilty and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending April 15, 2022.

Indiana Senators' Votes on Ketanji Brown Jackson Confirmation 08.04.2022

Senators Todd Young and Mike Braun vote against Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. Holcomb vs. the legislature at the Supreme Court. Plus, hospitals and insurers casting blame and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending April 8, 2022.

Indiana COVID-19 Dashboard Changes 01.04.2022

Major changes to the state’s COVID-19 dashboard. A lawsuit against Todd Rokita over press access is over. Plus, e-learning limits and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending April 1, 2022.

Transgender Youth Sports Bill Veto 25.03.2022

Gov. Holcomb vetoes the trans sports bill. Sen. Braun has opinions about the Supreme Court. Plus, Holcomb signs the gun bill and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending March 25, 2022

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