Indiana

Indiana lawmakers concluded the 2026 legislative session Friday. Deregulatory bills and legislation to entice the Chicago Bears to move across state lines passed. Democrats say efforts to improve affordability fell short.

Indiana lawmakers have approved sweeping new restrictions on children’s access to social media and cell phones.

The measure is one of lawmakers’ efforts to address pocketbook issues this year as demand for energy and electric bills rise.

Lawmakers gave final approval for a bill that slightly changes the state’s alert system for missing or endangered children in the wake of the disappearance and death of 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee.

Advocates gathered at the statehouse to pushback on a bill that would criminalize homelessness. They say lawmakers are writing legislation that impacts them without a seat at the table.

A bill that targets fraud and abuse in Indiana’s welfare programs is now headed to the Governor. The language puts the state in line with new federal requirements, but some Democrats worry it could add more barriers for Hoosiers.

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission will hold a public hearing March 24 with five major utility companies.

A bill nearing final approval in the state legislature would limit the Indiana Civil Rights Commission’s power to represent Hoosiers who face illegal discrimination.

A immigration detention facility that could hold up to 8,500 people may be headed to Indianapolis, according to internal federal documents obtained by The New York Times.

The moratorium lasts for up to a year to give leaders time to consider changes to current zoning regulations.