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STATEHOUSE — Indiana State Comptroller Elise Nieshalla applauded the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) for recommending Indiana Senate Resolution 51, that sounds the alarm on the national debt, serve as a model for state legislatures to pass across the country.
“This recommendation from ALEC shows how Indiana’s leadership is playing a critical role in the effort to build widespread support to urge President Trump and Congress to balance our country’s budget and tackle the massive $36 trillion debt problem for the states and for America,” said Comptroller Nieshalla. Senate Resolution 51, introduced during Indiana’s 2025 legislative session, is modeled after Senate Resolution 600 — authored by Governor and former U.S. Senator Mike Braun — which passed unanimously and raised awareness of the consequences of federal overspending and the rapidly growing debt. Senate Resolution 51 was co-authored by State Senators Daryl Schmitt (R-Jasper) and Brett Clark (R-Avon) and received overwhelming bi-partisan support. “The fact that the nation’s debt has become a national security threat hastens the need for the Indiana Senate’s resolution to be adopted across the states to draw attention to the gravity of the problem and bring us together to solve it in our lifetimes and for future generations,” Comptroller Nieshalla added. Indiana Senators Jim Buck (R-Kokomo) and Linda Rogers (R-Granger) submitted the resolution for consideration during ALEC’s Annual Conference in July, at the Tax and Fiscal Policy Committee Meeting where it passed unanimously. Comptroller Nieshalla, who is the chair of the National Debt Crisis Task Force of State Financial Officers Foundation (SFOF), presented remarks before the committee, raising concerns about the nation’s deficit spending and rising debt. She encouraged the adoption of Indiana’s resolution as a meaningful tool for lawmakers to use in calling for the restoration of fiscal solvency at the federal level. Yesterday, ALEC’s board of directors formally adopted the resolution to serve as model policy. “As hard as so many states work to be in a strong financial position, we are vulnerable to the vastly weakened fiscal position of our nation due to the high level of accumulated debt. This resolution signals the critical role states must play to call for the federal government to get back to the essential fundamentals of balanced budgets and a debt-to-GDP ratio that is manageable,” Comptroller Nieshalla added. As a voluntary membership organization of state legislators dedicated to the principles of limited government, free markets and federalism, ALEC provides a forum for experts to discuss business and economic issues facing the states to encourage growth, preserve economic security and protect hardworking taxpayers. SFOF’s mission is to drive fiscally sound public policy, by partnering with key stakeholders, and educating Americans on the role of responsible financial management in a free market economy. |
Indiana’s Resolution on Federal Debt Gains National Traction
Indiana’s pro-life laws win again as Attorney General Todd Rokita and team prevail in Indiana Court of Appeals
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UE named one of Money magazine’s ‘Best Colleges in America’ for 2025
EVANSVILLE, IND. (08/12/2025) The University of Evansville (UE) has been recognized as one of the “Best Colleges for 2025” by Money magazine.
Money uses research and advice from the nation’s top experts on education quality, financing, and value to create a practical analysis of the nation’s best-performing colleges. Schools were ranked in quality of education, affordability, and outcomes, including graduate earnings.
Paying for college is one of the main concerns when it comes to finding the right institution. UE works closely with families to ensure a UE education is affordable.
UE was previously named to the list in 2019 and 2023.
“This latest recognition is yet another testament to the impact we have on families, students and our community,” said UE Chief Communications Officer Noah Alatza. “Our University is truly remarkable, dedicated to the mission of providing students with an education that transforms their lives. We remain committed to accelerating our progress and achieving even greater heights.”
Money’s “Best Colleges in America 2025″ full list is available at money.com/best-colleges.
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New Indiana laws to support first responders
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Danger, stress and sacrifice are all part of the job for first responders, who answer the call at a moment’s notice to help save lives. To help these selfless Hoosiers, I authored and supported new laws to prioritize our police officers’, firefighters’ and emergency medical service providers’ health and safety. This year I authored a new law that protects confidentiality for first responders who undergo critical incident stress management services (CISM). These services offer structured debriefings to help first responders cope with the psychological effects of high-stress situations. The law changes Indiana code so that any first responder using a CISM debriefing is not compelled to disclose those conversations in a civil, criminal or administrative proceeding. Another new law I supported addresses a newer threat that public safety officials face on the job – illegal signal jamming devices. These devices block electronic communications to confuse security systems and evade law enforcement. The new law criminalizes the use, sale, manufacturing and distribution of radio frequency jamming devices unless authorized by federal law. |
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Click here to learn more about other new laws passed during the 2025 legislative session.
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USI Fall Semester Move In and fourth annual Screagle Pride pep rally happening this week
WHO:
- Fall Move In: Freshmen and new students, parents of incoming students, USI Housing and Residence Life staff and USI administrators
- Screagle Pride Pep Rally: USI incoming freshmen, USI Athletics staff and USI student-athletes
WHAT:
- Fall Move In: Freshmen and new students will be moving into campus housing for the start of the Fall Semester, happening Monday, August 18.
- Screagle Pride Pep Rally: The incoming Class of 2029 will be introduced to USI Athletics teams and administrators and will engage in USI spirit-related activities.
WHEN:
- Fall Move In: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 13
- Screagle Pride Pep Rally: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 a.m. Friday, August 15
*Note: You are welcome to come anytime during either of these events.
WHERE:
- Fall Move In: Media should meet in Lot B across from the Wright Administration Building. I will meet you near the Move In check in tents, and we can go wherever as needed from there. If you plan on covering Fall Move In, please RSVP to me with your anticipated time of arrival by 4 p.m. Tuesday, August 12.
Red Cross, Partners to Install Free Smoke Alarms During a Home Fire Safety Event in Evansville
Evansville, Ind., (August 11, 2025) — Red Cross volunteers and local partners will join on Friday, August 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to install free smoke alarms during a home fire safety event for local families in the South Side of Evansville. Volunteers will meet at Assembly of Faith Church located at 4304 Pollack Ave, Evansville, IN 47714, and will receive training before teams visit area homes to install smoke alarms and share fire safety information.
“Installing free smoke alarms is a rewarding way to give back and directly help local families,” said Southwest Chapter Executive Director Beth Sweeney. “This event allows us to come together to support one another, especially those most vulnerable to home fires. A working smoke alarm can be the difference between survival and tragedy, and as a community, we can help our neighbors stay safe by ensuring they have these lifesaving devices.”
IF YOU NEED A SMOKE ALARM
Residents in Evansville who need assistance can visit redcross.org/inhomefires to schedule an appointment for a free smoke alarm installation during this Red Cross Sound the Alarm event. During the 20-minute home visits, Red Cross volunteers will also share information on the causes of home fires, how to prevent them, what to do if a fire starts and how to create an escape plan.
2,462 LIVES SAVED AND COUNTING This home fire safety event is a critical part of the National Red Cross Home Fire Campaign, which has helped save 2,462 lives since launching in October 2014. During this time, the American Red Cross and local partners have installed more than 2.6 million free smoke alarms and made more than 1.1 million households safer in the US.
This event is made possible thanks to generous financial donations from corporate partners: Liberty Federal Credit Union, Ace Hardware, Atlas and Evansville Otters.
DONATIONS HELP PROVIDE FREE SERVICES Because of generous donations, all services are free and available for people in need. Can’t join the event? Donate to the Red Cross by clicking here to help people prepare for, respond to and recover from home fires — which account for most of the U.S. disasters that the Red Cross responds to every eight minutes.
2025 Friday Knights Hunger Bowl is scheduled for Friday September 12 at Enlow Field.
The Knights of Columbus in the Evansville area are working hard on the rapidly approaching 9th Annual Friday Knights Hunger Bowl. Through the efforts of the Knights, the Catholic Schools and the people of Evansville area have raised nearly $130,000 over the first eight years. This year’s HUNGER BOWL will take place on Friday, September 12 at Enlow Field on campus of Bosse Field, game time is 6:30. Catholic High Schools Mater Dei vs Reitz Memorial! Plans are moving forward with the area Knight of Columbus council holding fundraisers in support of the Fridays KNIGHTS Hunger Bowl to raise funds for the St. Vincent dePaul Food Pantry. As well of each of the Evansville area Catholic Grade and High Schools.
The support from the schools in raising money for St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, has bene a BIG PART to reach these goals. So far, the generosity of the local Knights of Columbus Councils, student bodies of Mater Dei and Memorial, the staffs, students and parents of the feeder schools and the patrons of the game allowed us to raise over $30,000 in 2024. Our goal this year is $40,000. Let us know what we can do to be of assistance in spreading the word of this great need.