Here’s a rundown of stories from today’s Indy Politics Statewide Summary. Be sure to sign up for it and get it delivered to your e-mail address every morning.
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President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak at an event at the Indiana State Fairgrounds on Wednesday to promote the Republican-led federal tax overhaul effort. (IBJ)
Most of Indiana’s federal lawmakers are critical of some NFL players’ decisions to kneel during the national anthem, and two were quick to explicitly praise President Trump’s condemnation of the protestors. (Indy Star)
Indiana University Football Coach Tom Allen says he would support his players if they chose to engage in a political protest. (Indiana Public Media)
A federal judge has permanently struck down several provisions of a restrictive abortion law passed by state legislators in 2016. (Journal Gazette)
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Some revitalized Indianapolis neighborhoods are looking for state help with a catch-22: as their property values improve, their property taxes get expensive. (WIBC)
A survey shows that more than a third of Indiana youth ages 10-17 are overweight or obese. (WFYI)
Parents of small children in 10 counties can now begin applying for the state-funded pre-kindergarten program, On My Way Pre-K. (State Impact Indiana)
What’s up with Indiana political landscape and how does last year help shape next year? (Indy Politics)
