Bills Signed; House Republicans Achieve Legislative Agenda

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Prior to the start of session, House Speaker Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis), joined by members of the House Republican Caucus, presented Indiana: Working on Progress, where they outlined five key concepts as their agenda for the 2014 legislative session.

Cutting Taxes (SEA 1)

 

“These cuts are necessary in maintaining our ranking as one of the most pro-taxpayer and business friendly states in the nation. We are giving local governments more tools to attract more business investments and more jobs to their communities, resulting in increased economic growth for our state,” said Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee Rep. Tim Brown (R-Crawfordsville). “This is a jobs proposal that will keep  Indiana growing and highly competitive in attracting employers to the Hoosier state.”

To review the press release for SEA 1, click here.

                        Connecting Crossroads to Communities                          (HEA 1002)

“Improving Indiana’s transportation system is a continual process and is only successful if we work together in order to sustain it,” said Rep. Ed Soliday (R-Valparaiso), Chairman of House Roads and Transportation Committee. “With over half a trillion dollars of goods passing along our roads, highways and bridges each year, it is critical to our economy that we protect and improve Indiana’s largest investment. I was proud to work on legislation this session that addresses several of  our current infrastructure needs, and I appreciate the teamwork and bipartisanship displayed to make this a priority in 2014.”

To review the press release for HEA 1002, click here.

Equipping our Workforce (HEA 1003)

“The passage of this legislation is crucial for our state as it addresses both present and future workforce development needs,” said State Rep. Steve Braun (R-Zionsville), author of the bill. “It facilitates partnerships between the education community and private employers to train students with skills that will fill immediate job openings. It will also create a data capability which will allow us to identify the current and future job market skill needs and use that data to inform  skills development in the education and workforce systems. This legislation will have a significant impact on bridging the skills gap now and in the future resulting in great economic benefit for Hoosiers.”
To review the press release for HEA 1003, click here.

Preparing Kids for their Careers (HEA 1004)

 

“HEA 1004 is truly a victory for Indiana,” said Chairman of the Committee on Education, Rep. Bob Behning (R-Indianapolis). “Children of poverty start out their education almost a year and a half behind their peers, and House Republicans have worked hard to change that. Through this legislation, students will be on track with their peers and be able to set themselves up for success down the road, gaining more career opportunities in the  future.”

To review the press release for HEA 1004, click here.

                        Stopping Burdensome Regulations (HEA 1005)

 

“At a time when federal regulations are escalating out of control, Indiana continues to focus on helping our free market system flourish by reducing the size and scope of government,” said State Rep. Jud McMillin (R-Brookville). “Often times, lawmakers pass legislation that adds language to the code, which has nearly doubled in size since 1976, so I was proud to lead the charge this session to remove provisions that have become burdensome, archaic or duplicated over the years. Not only  does this legislation eliminate confusion and streamline the code, it also increases government efficiency for businesses and Hoosiers alike.”
To review the press release for HEA 1005, click here.

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4 COMMENTS

  1. Suggestion,next session,real stuff,touchy feelie wet feet,clean water,evolved transportation roads infrastructures “changed climate actions” with jobs training for the said evolving business plans.

    http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/our-year-extremes-did-climate-change-just-hit-home-n70976

    The GE LEAP engine facilities going to Lafayette are an real good start.

    http://www.ecomagination.com/portfolio/cfm-leap-aircraft-engine

    With the area having the Purdue sciences studies ,that was great,however we have a excellent Ag/Earth sciences locations there,as well.
    With all the strains put onto Hoosier agriculture by climate change and rural energy management,lets find some solutions like the GE location.
    We need facilities right there,and around your other Universities to combine the earth sciences and the businesses/corporations in consistent blending for the student/CoOps. Close to exactly where industries needs them to apply the education forward.
    Hopefully that would keep those developmental and evolving sciences right there in Hoosier land/Midwestern states for increased numbers in elevated pathways leading to sustainable balances in good careers forward.

    “Put the honed edge right where you want the sharpest cut”. And keep it sharp,cause,a dull one will get you cut.” (Old Indiana GrandPa/Dairy farmer) 🙂

    (“Leading edge education,leading edge career paths.”)

    http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/downloads/stud2/3earth_atmos_science.pdf

    Irreparabile tempus exhaletur,

    “Irretrievable time evaporates”

    Ædificate climate*

    build for climate change.

  2. GOP Agenda.
    1. Help the rich.
    2. Squash the middle class.
    3. Stick it to the poor.

    Mission accomplished in 2014 in Indiana. And 2013, and 2012, and 2011, etc., etc., etc.

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