So, how did things go in the 2024 legislative session?  Well, it depends on who you ask.

Governor Eric Holcomb

  • I laid out a significant agenda that will strengthen fundamental programs, resources and services that impact the everyday lives of Hoosiers,” Gov. Holcomb said. “I’m pleased that leadership and members of the General Assembly responded to my 2024 Next Level Agenda with such broad support. The legislative successes provide a game plan to ensure that progress continues for affordable and accessible child care, improved literacy rates and increased access to post-secondary degree programs to better prepare Hoosiers for jobs of the future.”

 Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders

  • “We’re pleased to see the Legislature pass notable bills that help expand childcare options for parents, improve literacy rates of Hoosier students and cultivate our talent pipeline. These are key areas impacting workforce that will advance Indiana’s future economic growth and prosperity, and are all central to our vision plan for the state, Indiana Prosperity 2035.”

Republican gubernatorial candidate and former Indiana Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers

  • “I’m thankful for the legislature’s work this session and encouraged by the important progress made on many of the issues I hear about talking with countless Hoosiers on the road,” stated Chambers. “More third graders will now be set up for a lifetime of success; child care will be more affordable and accessible; children will be protected from the harms of unfettered access to adult content; farmland and critical infrastructure will stay out of our adversaries’ hands; and our Jewish community will know hate against them will not be tolerated.”  “There remains more work to do, and as Indiana’s next governor, I’ll be ready to work alongside the legislature to continue this progress and implement our plans for an even better Indiana,” he added.

State Sen. Cyndi Carrasco (R-Indianapolis) 

  •  “As I finish my first legislative session, I look back on what an amazing experience this has been.  I took office Nov. 1, 2023, to fulfill the remainder of my late friend Sen. Jack Sandlin’s term. My time thus far has been a whirlwind, and although I came to this position under unfortunate and unplanned circumstances, it remains my honor to represent Senate District 36. I had the privilege to author my first bill, Senate Enrolled Act 190 which changes how the amount of financial assistance an eligible entity may receive from the state disaster relief fund is calculated. It also increases the amount of funds that an individual may be eligible for from $10,000 to $25,000.  This session I also focused on education and co-authored Senate Enrolled Act 1, which ensures Hoosier students are learning to read at the appropriate level by the third grade. I was also a proud sponsor of House Enrolled Act 1104, which prioritizes the safety of students.  “My first session was nothing short of rewarding. I am honored to have put forth my first bill and have gotten bipartisan support in both the Senate and House of Representatives, and created laws that help communities across the state.  My work has just begun, and I will continue advocating for Hoosiers. In the interim, I will be meeting with constituents and my colleagues to discuss future legislation. If I can ever be of assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office.”

House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne)

  • “I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: House Democrats are pragmatic problem solvers,” GiaQuinta said. “I am incredibly proud of the work our caucus did this session to work across the aisle and try, try again until results were delivered for Hoosiers. Being a pragmatic problem solver means not letting the perfect be the enemy of the good – a principle we acted upon again and again this session. “Hoosiers sent House Democrats to the General Assembly to make their lives better, and I’m sorry we couldn’t stop this legislation to limit local control, hurt regular Hoosiers and decrease governmental transparency from becoming law,” GiaQuinta concluded. “You deserve state government that works for you, and it’s a shame that Statehouse Republicans put special interests and backroom deals before your wellbeing. I promise that House Democrats will continue fighting for Hoosiers during this interim and into the 2025 legislative session.”

(This post will be updated)