Session Sessions

Faster Isn’t Smarter: The Messy Reality of Session 2.0


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Indiana’s 2026 legislative session is moving at warp speed, and it’s getting messy. Reps. Earl Harris and Blake Johnson break down what happens when deadlines collide, committee schedules double up, and major priority bills all hit the floor at once. They talk about “decision-making compression,” why committees stop functioning like true working groups, and how fewer people end up in the room when the real choices get made.

They also get practical: how the minority can still be effective in a chaotic session (relationships, rules, and the strategic use of amendments), why staff and LSA are the unsung heroes right now, and how weather and quorum risks can turn a packed agenda into a legislative pile-up. Plus, Earl becomes “Honorary Blake Johnson."

If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a session moves too fast, this is the week to watch.

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Session SessionsBy Rep. Earl Harris, Jr. and Rep. Blake Johnson

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