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is hosting events around the state to discuss saving for a college education. Anyone looking for help navigating financial aid for postsecondary education can attend. Qualified individuals will be there to answer questions and provide helpful tips.

Learn more below.

INvestEd Events Calendar—Workshops & More INvestEd leads workshops and other college preparatory events around the state of Indiana, including workshops for how to complete FAFSA and more.

The Senate Page internship is a great opportunity for college students or recent graduates to help provide an educational experience for Hoosier students in grades six through 12 to learn about Indiana's government and history. Learn more about this internship in our recent blog:

Senate Page Program Internship Opportunity This internship gives young professionals a great opportunity to learn about state government and the legislative process, as well as engage in their community and build their professional network.

With students now back in school, it is important we are doing all we can to help them excel at their work. The General Assembly recently passed a law that will help Hoosier students pay better attention in the classroom by requiring schools to implement a cellular device policy that limits their use during instructional time. Learn more about this new law in our recent blog:

Ensuring Productivity in the Classroom With the 2024-25 school year now in session, schools in Indiana have another tool created by the General Assembly to help Hoosier students pay better attention in the classroom.

With temperatures rising this week, it is important Hoosiers take the proper measures to stay safe in the heat. 211 has a map of cooling centers in your area for those who may need extra help avoiding the high temperatures. To find a cooling center near you, call 2-1-1 or click the link below.

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Last week, many of our senators joined Gov. Eric Holcomb as he ceremonially signed some important laws from this past session. Pictures from the event can be seen below.

According to the 2024 State Park Index created by , Indiana is home to three of the top 50 "Best State Parks to Visit this Summer and Fall." With over 3,700 state parks in the country, this is a commendable achievement.

Indiana Dunes State Park is the highest at number 6 on the list, Turkey Run State Park is number 18 and Potato Creek State Park is number 34.

Learn more about what makes these Hoosier parks some of the best in the nation below.

Indiana is home to 3 of the ‘Best State Parks’, report finds INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosiers don’t even have to travel out of state to witness some of the most majestic views the American wilderness has to offer. According to the 2024 State Park Index, assembl…

The Senate Republicans' policy internship is an excellent opportunity for college students or recent graduates to get hands-on experience researching and reviewing legislation as it is being made. Learn more in our recent blog below.

Senate Policy Internship Opportunity This internship gives young professionals a great opportunity to learn about state government and the legislative process, as well as engage in their community and build their professional network.

The State Department of Agriculture recently awarded 103 Indiana farm families with Hoosier Homestead Awards.

The Hoosier Homestead Award recognizes farms owned by the same family for at least 100 consecutive years and consist of more than 20 acres, or more than $1,000 worth of product per year.

View photos of the event here: https://bit.ly/4fRDFjj

To learn more and view a full list of recipients, click below.
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Lead water lines pose a serious health risk to humans, and unfortunately, there are still more than 265,000 in use in Indiana. This is why Senate Republicans passed a law establishing an effective method to remove unsafe lead water lines to ensure the safety of all Hoosiers. Learn more about this effort in our recent blog below.

Removing Unsafe Lead Pipes According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, there are more than 265,000 customer-owned lead water lines in use in Indiana.

Our Hoosier Olympic athletes have officially concluded their time at the Paris Olympics, and they did not return home empty-handed! Their efforts earned Team USA a grand total of 20 medals, 10 of which were gold.

Had they competed as their own country, athletes from Indiana would have ranked 11th overall, and 13th for the number of gold medals collected.

Congratulations to all those who competed and gave their best efforts at the Olympics! We are proud to have such excellent representatives at this year's summer Olympics.

Gold rush! Indiana athletes win more gold at Paris Olympics than Spain, Canada, Brazil. Indiana’s population of 6.8 million would rank 110th among all nations. Its 10 golds and 20 medals would rank 11th and 13th, respectively.

The Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs is now accepting applications for their 2024 Event Sponsorship Program (ESP).

The ESP provides up to $500 in funding for veteran-oriented events across the state, helping ensure local nonprofits can host or enhance their events. Organizations must have an established plan, committee and mission focused on bringing services, resources and/or benefits to Indiana's veteran community.

To learn more and apply, visit the link below.

Event Sponsorship Program (ESP) Event Sponsorship Program (ESP) DVA Current: Event Sponsorship Program (ESP) The IDVA Event Sponsorship Program (ESP) is dedicated to providing sponsorship dollars for veteran-oriented events across the state. The ESP will provide up to $500 in sponsorship money for an event the applicant is hosting...

The Senate Republicans’ legislative internship is a unique opportunity for students of all majors to receive professional experience by working directly with one or two state senators to learn about the legislative process. Click the link below to learn more in our latest blog.

Senate Legislative Internship Opportunity This internship gives young professionals a great opportunity to learn about state government and the legislative process, as well as engage in their community and build their professional network.

Several new Safe Haven Baby Boxes were recently installed at Wayne Township Fire Department Stations 81, 83, 84 and 85, ensuring baby boxes are installed at all five Wayne Township fire stations.

Safe Haven Baby Boxes allow mothers in crisis to anonymously and securely surrender a newborn without fear of arrest or prosecution.

Learn more below.

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Senate Republicans have consistently prioritized fiscally conservative leadership to keep Indiana as one of the most economically competitive and responsible states in the nation. Learn about a new law passed this session to prioritize Hoosier taxpayers in our recent blog below.

Fiscal Responsibility Years of conservative fiscal leadership have continued to keep Indiana as one of the most economically competitive and responsible states in the nation, and lawmakers are constantly working to find more ways to keep money in the pockets of hard-working Hoosiers.

The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs is accepting applications for the Indiana Main Street program.

The Indiana Main Street program seeks to help communities revitalize the economy, appearance and image of their downtown commercial districts. Communities are designated by levels based on the standards they meet.

For more information and to submit an application, click the link below.

Home OCRA Home Indiana Main Street Previous Slide Next Slide What is Indiana Main Street? Indiana Main Street encourages community-driven revitalization of downtown areas in Indiana cities and towns. Click here to learn more Becoming a Main Street Community Welcome to the Indiana Main Street application....

The Senate Republicans' legal internship is a great way for young professionals to learn more about the legal field and how law and policy work together to shape legislation. Click the link below to learn more in one of our recent blogs.

Senate Legal Internship Opportunity This internship gives young professionals a great opportunity to learn about state government and the legislative process, as well as engage in their community and build their professional network.

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture recently announced eleven food banks will receive a combined total of $2 million to help feed Hoosiers in need.

These food banks supply pantries, kitchens, churches and more throughout the state.

Click the link below to learn more.

NEWS: $2 Million provided to Indiana Food Banks through State Department of Agriculture State of Indiana NEWS: $2 Million provided to Indiana Food Banks through State Department of Agriculture State of Indiana sent this bulletin at 08/05/2024 12:00 PM EDT NEWS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE $2 Million provided to Indiana food banks through State Department of Agriculture INDIANAPOLIS (Au...

Child care is a necessity for parents to have and maintain a job, which is why Senate Republicans prioritized increasing access to affordable child care for Hoosier families during the 2024 legislative session. Learn more about these efforts in a recent blog below.

Increasing Access to Child Care For many parents, child care is a necessity to have and maintain a job. That's why this year, Senate Republicans prioritized a bill that increases access to affordable child care for Hoosier families.

The Senate Republicans’ press secretary internship is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates who have earned or are currently earning degrees in communications, journalism or public relations. Read our latest blog to learn more.

Senate Communications Internship Opportunity This internship gives young professionals a great opportunity to learn about state government and the legislative process, as well as engage in their community and build their professional network.

Shipshewana was recently awarded the 'Destination of the Year' designation by the members of the Midwest Travel Network's (MTN) Conference.

The Destination of the Year is selected based on the most-discussed destination within the MTN. The award honors the members of Visit Shipshewana for their efforts to advertise and draw attention to tourists.

Congratulations to all those who work hard to make Shipshewana a special place to visit!

Learn more below.

Shipshewana, Indiana Awarded Destination of the Year - Building Indiana During the Midwest Travel Network’s Conference, for the first time, Shipshewana was awarded Destination of the Year.

A newborn baby was recently safely surrendered at the Safe Haven Baby Box at Fishers Fire Department Station 397.

Safe Haven Baby Boxes allow mothers in crisis to anonymously and securely surrender a newborn without fear of arrest or prosecution.

The baby received the necessary medical attention and care and is now being safely cared for.

To learn more, click the link below.

Newborn surrendered at Fishers Safe Haven Baby Box A newborn baby has been safely surrendered at a Safe Haven Baby Box at Station 397 in Fishers, Fisher Fire Department said in a Facebook post.

Looking for experience in the Information Technology field? Apply today for the Indiana Senate’s IT internship for the chance to gain experience working with technology in a professional workspace. Learn more about the internship in our recent blog post below.

Senate IT Internship Opportunity This internship gives young professionals a great opportunity to learn about state government and the legislative process, as well as engage in their community and build their professional network.

The 2024 Indiana State Fair runs from Friday, Aug. 2 through Sunday, Aug. 18. Gates open at 9 a.m., Tuesday – Sunday and the fair will be closed on Mondays.

The fair offers a number of different discounts, including $2 Tuesdays and advance deals for tickets purchased before 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 1. There are also designated discount days for members of the military and first responders, BMV-sponsored discounts, tickets included in the Indianapolis Star and discounts for AAA members.

To purchase tickets, view discounts and plan your visit, click the link below.

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The 2024 Paris Olympics begin Friday, July 26, and Indiana will be well represented on Team USA.

This year's team includes many Hoosiers and athletes with Indiana connections who are participating in a wide variety of competitions. A full list can be viewed at the link below.

Congratulations to our Hoosier athletes for earning this great honor, and good luck as you represent Indiana on the world stage!

Meet the athletes with Indiana connections going for gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics Live coverage will air during the day on WTHR, with recaps airing in the evenings.

Applications are open for our 2025 internship program! Follow our internship social media accounts to see testimonials from former interns, stay up-to-date on our career fair schedule and learn more about the program.

Nearly 1 in 5 Hoosier third graders lack basic reading skills, which is why Senate Republicans’ top 2024 priority was passing a law to ensure all Hoosier students have the reading skills they need to succeed. Learn more about the new law in our latest blog.

Improving Hoosier Students' Reading Skills Nearly 1 in 5 third graders in Indiana lack basic reading skills which is why this year Senate Republicans' top priority was to ensure all Hoosier students have the reading skills they need to be successful.

The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs recently awarded more than $3.3 million to expand broadband access to 708 locations through the Indiana Connectivity Program.

The program helps Hoosier residents and business owners receive access to reliable broadband by providing funding to internet providers to extend services to underserved locations throughout the state.

To learn more, click the link below.

Indiana Connectivity Program Indiana Connectivity Program OCRA Broadband Funding Opportunities Current: Indiana Connectivity Program Click Here to Register      Click Here for Returning UsersThe Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has released a draft of its updated broadband map. Per the FCC, this is a “pre-produ...

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture recently announced Hoosier farmers and landowners have broken the conservation record for the third year in a row.

The results of the Conservation Tillage Transect survey revealed that 1.7 million acres of farmland are now under living cover across all crops in Indiana. This is due to the increasing adoption of cover crops used by farmers, which benefit soil health, water management and overall farm productivity.

Congratulations to our state's farmers and landowners on this remarkable achievement!

To learn more, visit the link below.

NEWS: Conservation record broken by Hoosier farmers and landowners for third year in a row State of Indiana NEWS: Conservation record broken by Hoosier farmers and landowners for third year in a row State of Indiana sent this bulletin at 07/16/2024 08:58 AM EDT NEWS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Conservation record broken by Hoosier farmers and landowners for third year in a row INDIANA (J...

The Indiana Senate Republican Internship program is now accepting applications for the 2025 legislative session! Candidates must be at least a college sophomore, recent graduate, graduate student or law school student, and all majors are welcome to apply. Read our latest blog to learn more: https://bit.ly/3S9hKtC

The city of Richmond recently installed and blessed its first Safe Haven Baby Box at the Richmond Fire Department Station 1.

Safe Haven Baby Boxes allow mothers in crisis to anonymously and securely surrender a newborn without fear of arrest or prosecution.

To learn more, click the link below.

Richmond's first Safe Haven Baby Box offers safe, legal way to surrender newborns The Richmond Fire Department has welcomed and blessed the city's first Safe Haven Baby Box, offering mothers a way to safely surrender newborns.