Legislative and State Government Updates

Small businesses contribute to local communities in many ways like sponsoring little league teams and providing places to shop and dine.

There are nearly 600,000 small businesses across Indiana, and they employ about 1.2 million Hoosiers. That’s why it is so important to ensure small-business owners have the tools they need to keep their doors open.

In recent months, Indiana earned rankings as the second-best state to start a business and the sixth-best state for business overall.

To continue fostering a positive environment for our small businesses, I supported a new law that established the Indiana Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation to support small businesses across Indiana and spread economic development to all corners of our state. As your state senator, I’ll continue to prioritize policies that will help our communities grow and thrive.

Communities in Senate District 50 will receive more than $1.5 million to improve roads and bridges through the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program (CCMG).

The CCMG, established by the Indiana General Assembly in 2016, aims to advance community infrastructure projects, strengthen local transportation networks and improve Indiana’s roads and bridges. Since its enactment, the program has awarded more than $2 billion in state matching funds for local construction projects.

Locally, Vanderburgh County received $1 million and Warrick County received $561,294.85.

Through the program, the Indiana Department of Transportation matches up to $1 million annually when localities invest in road and bridge repairs.

Supporting Hoosiers Through the Holidays

While the holidays are a time of celebration for many, they can also bring added pressure for Hoosiers experiencing financial strain, emotional challenges or uncertainty. If you or someone you know needs help this season, I encourage you to review these resources that can help provide guidance, relief and support.

As we move through the holiday season, let’s look out for one another. Extending kindness and support to our neighbors can make a meaningful difference for families who need it most this time of year.