Happy Independence Day from Indy Politics!
As we celebrate 248 years since America told King George to take a hike, let’s remember what this day is really about: freedom, civic responsibility, …
Hoosier Reaction Mixed on “Big Beautiful Bill”
Indiana’s congressional delegation split along party lines as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a major component of President Donald Trump’s domestic agenda, cleared its final …
After scrutiny over no-bid contract deals, Indiana secretary of state issues new RFPs
by Casey Smith, Indiana Capital Chronicle July 3, 2025 Following months of scrutiny over millions in no-bid contracts, the Indiana Secretary of State’s Office has …
State Representative’s Ex Parte Email Fails to Derail Small Claims Judgment
Republican State Representative Tim Yocum (R-Clinton) attempted to contact the judge overseeing his small claims case via personal email just days before a scheduled court …
Indiana private school voucher spending tops $497M as enrollment slows
by Casey Smith, Indiana Capital Chronicle July 1, 2025 Participation in Indiana’s Choice Scholarship Program grew by about 8.5% in the 2024-25 school year — …
Holy Smoke: The First Church of Cannabis Turns 10
by Abdul-Hakim ShabazzJuly 1, 2025 Ten years ago today, something wild happened in Indiana. And no, I’m not talking about the Statehouse Wi-Fi finally working. …
ATF; Alcohol, Tobacco and Fireworks
As Hoosiers gear up for the Fourth of July, a trio of hot-button summer staples—alcohol, tobacco, and fireworks—are drawing renewed attention from lawmakers, regulators, and …
Guest Editiorial: Keep Indiana’s tax dollars from funding foreign tobacco companies
by State Representative Beau Baird There’s a little known loophole in the American tax code that you could be forgiven for not knowing about. But …
Don’t Mess with the Zohran: What NYC’s New Mayor Means for Indy 2027
By Abdul-Hakim Shabazz | IndyPolitics.Org A funny thing happened on the way to the next Indianapolis mayoral election: a socialist just won in New York …
PBM’s Matter
A new research study released by Prescription Benefits Matter highlights the significant role prescription benefit managers (PBMs) play in lowering prescription drug costs and improving …