Regions applying for funding from the state’s READI program have another month to put their plans together. The Indiana Economic Development Corporation announced Monday that the deadline for proposals is now September 30.
Continue readingNew State Budget Directs Schools to Raise Teacher Pay
Indiana teachers may be getting a pay raise in the coming years. During the Northwest Indiana Forum’s legislative wrap-up last week, Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch highlighted the $1.9 billion earmarked for K-12 education in the new state budget.
Continue readingFailure of House Bill 1381 Could Mean Higher Energy Costs, Warns Author
The failure of a bill to implement statewide standards for wind and solar development could ultimately lead to higher energy prices. That’s according to State Representative Ed Soliday, the author of House Bill 1381.
Continue readingState Officials Tout Investments in Broadband, Mental Health Services in State Budget
Investments in broadband, mental health services, and help for those with intellectual disabilities are just a few of the accomplishments state officials are touting from this year’s legislative session. Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch says Indiana is able to make several one-time investments, thanks to the state’s financial position.
Continue readingLt. Gov. Expects New Regional Development Initiative to Set Indiana Apart from Other States
Indiana’s lieutenant governor expects a big impact from the state’s new regional development initiative. Suzanne Crouch says the Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) will provide up to $50 million each to up to 10 regions.
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