The Indiana General Assembly has made it halfway through the 2025 legislative session. Bills passed by the House are now moving to the Senate, and Senate-passed bills are headed to the House for further consideration. State Reps. Matt Lehman (R-Berne) and Julie McGuire (R-Indianapolis) discuss the halfway point process and highlight key agenda bills.

House Republicans recently released their amendment to the proposed state budget with a focus on protecting taxpayers, streamlining government and funding key priorities. State Rep. Craig Snow (R-Warsaw) shares his thoughts on this proposal and its impact on Hoosiers.

State Rep. Doug Miller (R-Elkhart) discusses a House Republican priority bill that builds on previous legislative efforts by bolstering a revolving loan fund designed to help local governments pursue infrastructure projects that support housing development.

Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) and Emmy Hildebrand of HVAF discuss the House donation drive for the 2025 legislative session to support homeless veterans across the state and how you can help.

House Republicans are working to reduce regulations on k-12 schools to increase flexibility and help educators focus more on student outcomes. State Rep. Bob Behning (R-Indianapolis) discusses how refining Indiana's statutes would give local communities more control over their education decisions.

House Republicans are focused on protecting taxpayers, streamlining government and empowering Hoosiers. House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) and State Rep. Brad Barrett (R-Richmond) say top legislative priorities for the 2025 session include passing an honestly balanced state budget, lowering costs for Hoosiers and strengthening communities.

Students can now apply for the page program for the 2025 session. State Reps. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) and Wendy McNamara (R-Evansville) discuss the benefits and unique opportunities students can gain from a day at the Statehouse.

As the 2025 legislative session begins, so does the Indiana House Page Program! The program is a unique opportunity for Hoosier students ages 13-18 to engage with the Indiana state government. State Reps. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) and J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) share their insight on this exciting program, where students can assist lawmakers, tour the historic Statehouse and observe the legislative process in action.

Indiana House Republicans wish all Hoosiers a joyful Christmas and blessed new year!

Speaker Huston this week released committee appointments for the members of the Indiana House of Representatives. State Reps. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) and Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) detail what standing committees are their focus for the upcoming legislative session.