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Medicaid is an important commitment our state makes to Hoosiers. It provides healthcare for children, seniors in long-term care, people with disabilities and Hoosiers facing hard financial circumstances. For many, it's a lifeline that offers stability when life throws curveballs.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 11, 2026) – Recently, Allen County was awarded $9.9 million from the Indiana Finance Authority in the latest round of funding to expand housing throughout the state, according to local legislators.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 11, 2026) – Recently, the city of Elkhart was awarded $10 million from the Indiana Finance Authority in the latest round of funding to expand housing throughout the state, according to local legislators.

Note to the Press – Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) issued the following statement in response to the fifth consecutive year of third grade literacy gains on the 2025-2026 IREAD assessment, which shows nearly 89% of students now reading by the end of third grade.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 11, 2026) – "Indiana students continue to make strong academic gains, including five straight years of reading improvement. These encouraging results show that our focus on high academic standards, targeted support and increased opportunities for students is working. Thank you to our passionate and dedicated educators and families who work every day to help Hoosier students succeed."

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 10, 2026) – State Rep. Lori Goss-Reaves (R-Marion) is highlighting legislation enacted during the 2026 legislative session that expands property tax relief for eligible disabled veterans, surviving spouses, and other qualifying Hoosier homeowners.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 6, 2026) – Hendricks County students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 5, 2026) – Monroe County legislators are highlighting local arts and culture projects that received funding through the READI 2.0 Arts & Culture grant program. The investment will help strengthen quality of place, support local economic development and enhance community amenities throughout the region.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 5, 2026) – Posey County students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Rep. Wendy McNamara (R-Evansville).

Bartholomew County students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

Julia Newman of North Decatur Jr-Sr High School is among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 5, 2026) – St. Joseph County students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 5, 2026) – Elkhart County students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 5, 2026) – Monroe County students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

Note to the Press – Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) issued the following statement today following the Governor's executive order temporarily suspending the gasoline usage and excise taxes. 

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 5, 2026) – "I support the Governor's action today to provide continued relief for Hoosiers at the pump. All taxes paid at the pump are used to maintain and improve Indiana's roads, and we intend to make local communities and INDOT whole for any road funding losses. As we prepare for the next state budget, our intent is to work with the Governor and our colleagues in the Senate to identify existing resources and continue making the infrastructure investments that support Hoosiers, businesses and our growing economy."

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 4, 2026) – Carly Jones of Winamac Community High School is among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

Over the past few years, Hoosier homeowners have felt the pressure of rising property tax bills. As home values and local levies have climbed, household budgets have tightened, especially for families and seniors living on fixed incomes.

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 3, 2026) – Boone County students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

Note to the Press – Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) issued the following statement today following the announcement that State Senator Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) will not seek reelection for President Pro Tem.

STATEHOUSE (July 31, 2026) – Whitley County students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. David Abbott (R-Rome City) and Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne).

STATEHOUSE (July 31, 2026) – Northeast Indiana students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (July 30, 2026) – Kacie Mencl of North Newton Jr-Sr High School is among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) and Matt Commons (R-Williamsport).

STATEHOUSE (July 30, 2026) – State Rep. Joanna King (R-Middlebury), along with The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Indiana Daughters of the American Revolution, recently honored William Tuffs as the only known Indiana resident to have taken part in the Boston Tea Party.

STATEHOUSE (July 30, 2026) – Chase Pekny of Frontier Jr-Sr High School is among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer).

STATEHOUSE (July 30, 2026) – Porter County students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE (July 30, 2026) – Lake County students studying to become teachers are among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to local lawmakers.