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Health officials: Egg recall does not affect flu shots

By Stephen Parker, on September 3, 2010, at 8:40 pm

An e-mail update from Indiana Senators Tom Wyss (R-15th) and David Long (R-16th):

Health Officials: Egg Recall Does Not Affect Flu Shots

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Fiscal responsibility keeps Indiana solvent despite major revenue decline

By Stephen Parker, on August 1, 2010, at 1:29 pm

An e-mail from Indiana State Senators David Long (R-16th) Tom Wyss (R-15th):

Fiscal Responsibility Keeps Indiana Solvent Despite Major Revenue Decline
June Numbers Improved, But Year-End Totals Were Nearly $1 Billion Off

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Sen. Wyss to co-chair state review of transportation, including mass transit

By Stephen Parker, on August 1, 2010, at 1:12 pm

E-mail from Indiana State Senator Tom Wyss (R-15th):

Sen. Wyss to co-chair state review of transportation, including mass transit
Local legislator tapped by Senate leader for seven other key committees, commissions

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Wanted: Public input from NIPSCO natural gas customers

By Stephen Parker, on July 21, 2010, at 10:15 pm

Indiana Senator Tom Wyss, courtesy photo.

E-mail from Indiana Senator Tom Wyss:

Wanted: Public input from NIPSCO natural gas customers
Consumers can share views, learn about proposed gas rates at meetings

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Sen. Long: Senate leading by example, nearly 14 percent of budget back to general fund

By Stephen Parker, on July 6, 2010, at 11:49 pm

An e-mail update from Indiana State Senator David Long:

Sen. Long: Senate Leading By Example, Sends Nearly 14 percent of Budget Back to General Fund

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Dozens of new laws took effect July 1st

By Stephen Parker, on July 3, 2010, at 5:10 pm

An e-mail from Indiana State Senator David Long:

Dozens of new laws take effect July 1st

(June 30, 2010) – Dozens of new laws are set to go into effect on July 1, ranging from cracking down on overdue child support to relieving overcrowded prisons, strengthening drunken driving penalties to protecting property rights.

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Lawmakers roll up their sleeves and go to work on problems facing Hoosiers

By Stephen Parker, on June 9, 2010, at 4:45 pm

An e-mail update from Senator Tom Wyss (R-15):

Lawmakers Roll Up Their Sleeves and Go To Work on Problems Facing Hoosiers

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Borror: Indiana Achieves Nation’s 3rd-Highest Census Return Rate

By Stephen Parker, on June 4, 2010, at 7:49 am

State Rep. Randy Borror eNewsletter logo

E-mail newsletter update from State Representative Randy Borror (84-R):

Indiana Achieves Nation’s 3rd-Highest Census Return Rate
Door-to-door phase will continue until July — Beware of potential scams

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Wyss Ranked State’s Most Pro-Job Legislator

By Stephen Parker, on May 23, 2010, at 8:46 pm

An e-mail update from Senator Tom Wyss (R-15):

Wyss Ranked State’s Most Pro-Job Legislator
Indiana Chamber Applauds Fort Wayne Lawmaker’s Low Tax, Limited Government Voting Record

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Statehouse eUpdate – News You Can Use – Contacting Your Government Officials & Agencies

By Stephen Parker, on May 22, 2010, at 6:19 pm

Phil GiaQuinta email update logo.

An e-mail from Indiana State Representative Phil GiaQuinta, (D-80):

(May 21, 2010) – I understand the frustration many Hoosiers feel when it comes to contacting government agencies and elected officials—both state and federal.

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One simple form guarantees valuable credits for Hoosier property owners

By Stephen Parker, on May 20, 2010, at 1:28 am

E-mail update from Indiana State Senators David Long (R-16th) and Tom Wyss (R-15th):

One simple form guarantees valuable credits for Hoosier property owners
Verification of homestead credit will prevent fraud, ensure fairness in tax system

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Arizona coming to a state near you?

By Stephen Parker, on May 14, 2010, at 5:16 am

The Indianapolis Star has an article today about Indiana State Senator Mike Delph’s (R-Carmel) possible attempt at another immigration law re-write during the next session of the State General Assembly.

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2010 Digest of Enrolled Acts now available

By Stephen Parker, on May 13, 2010, at 6:19 pm

Cover of the 2010 Digest of Enrolled Acts.

The 2010 Digest of Enrolled Acts from the last session of the Indiana General Assembly is available.

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Wyss focuses on state’s bullying law, works on ways to improve

By Stephen Parker, on May 8, 2010, at 7:42 am

E-mail from Indiana State Senator Tom Wyss (R-15):

Wyss Focuses on State’s Bullying Law, Works on Ways to Improve
Author of Indiana’s 2005 bullying law, education leaders to work together to improve statute and protect students

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IN State Representatives: Homestead deductions need verification

By Stephen Parker, on April 19, 2010, at 2:04 pm

E-mail update from Indiana State Representatives, sent April 16th.

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Rep. Matt Bell Holds 100% Voting Record

By Stephen Parker, on April 13, 2010, at 8:47 am

IN Representative Matt Bell's eNewsletter header.

An e-mail update from State Representative Matt Bell:

Rep. Matt Bell Holds 100% Voting Record

(STATEHOUSE – April 8, 2010) Rep. Matt Bell (R-Avilla) was acknowledged with a 100 percent voting record during the 2010 legislative session. The House of Representatives cast 279 votes throughout this year’s session.

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Wyss recognized for 99.7 percent voting record

By Stephen Parker, on March 31, 2010, at 11:00 pm

An e-mail from the Indiana State Majority Caucus, sent March 30, 2010:

Wyss recognized for 99.7 percent voting record

State Sen. Tom Wyss (R-Fort Wayne) was recognized today by Senate President Pro Tempore David Long (R-Fort Wayne) for achieving an outstanding voting attendance record of 99.7 percent during the 2010 regular legislative session.

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Governor Daniels’ statement about 2010 legislative session

By Stephen Parker, on March 16, 2010, at 12:25 pm

An e-mail from Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels:

Governor Daniels’ statement about 2010 legislative session:

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Governor to consider bill to strengthen habitual traffic offender law

By Stephen Parker, on March 7, 2010, at 5:38 pm

An e-mail update from Senator Tom Wyss (R-15):

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House Republicans: Solutions are available, but Democrats are not

By Stephen Parker, on March 6, 2010, at 8:15 pm

Republican Caucus eNewsletter logo

E-mail Newsletter from the Indiana House Republicans:

Solutions are Available, but Democrats are Not
Speaker Bauer abruply adjourns session, leaving schools, jobs in the lurch

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IN Rep. Phil GiaQuinta: Jobs Plan

By Stephen Parker, on March 6, 2010, at 4:33 pm

Phil GiaQuinta email update logo.

An e-mail update from Indiana State Representative Phil GiaQuinta, (D-80):

Indiana House Democrat’s Jobs Plan Stalls in Senate

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Redistricting Reform update: Bauer moves deadline

By Stephen Parker, on February 19, 2010, at 10:41 pm

E-mail from Todd Rokita, Indiana Secretary of State:

Update: Bauer moves deadline – action needed immediately

(February 17, 2010) Indiana House Speaker Pat Bauer has moved up the deadline for committee hearings from March 3 to February 22. The change in deadline means that the House Committee on Rules and Legislative Procedures needs to act on Senate Bill 80 by February 22. The House Committee must act in order to send the bill to the House floor for a vote.

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Watchdog Indiana 2010 General Assembly legislative agenda

By Stephen Parker, on February 6, 2010, at 11:22 am

The General Assembly has reached the midpoint of the 2010 session. Watchdog Indiana has identified 17 House and Senate bills that have the potential to significantly impact the state and local tax burden of Hoosier working families. . . . → Read More: Watchdog Indiana 2010 General Assembly legislative agenda

Rokita Report: Redistricting legislative update

By Stephen Parker, on February 4, 2010, at 6:19 am

Rokita Report email header image.

E-mail from Indiana Secretary of State, Todd Rokita:

Take action: Redistricting reform legislation moves to Indiana House

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IN Senator Wyss: Senate approves legislation strengthening traffic offender law

By Stephen Parker, on February 2, 2010, at 9:09 pm

E-mail from Indiana State Senator Tom Wyss:

Wyss: Senate Approves Legislation Strengthening Traffic Offender Law

Legislation crafted by State Sen. Tom Wyss (R-Fort Wayne) requiring closer monitoring of former habitual traffic offenders unanimously passed in the Senate today.

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The AroundFortWayne Blog

Health officials: Egg recall does not affect flu shots

Fiscal responsibility keeps Indiana solvent despite major revenue decline

Sen. Wyss to co-chair state review of transportation, including mass transit

Wanted: Public input from NIPSCO natural gas customers

Sen. Long: Senate leading by example, nearly 14 percent of budget back to general fund

Dozens of new laws took effect July 1st

Lawmakers roll up their sleeves and go to work on problems facing Hoosiers

Borror: Indiana Achieves Nation’s 3rd-Highest Census Return Rate

Wyss Ranked State’s Most Pro-Job Legislator

Statehouse eUpdate – News You Can Use – Contacting Your Government Officials & Agencies

One simple form guarantees valuable credits for Hoosier property owners

Arizona coming to a state near you?

2010 Digest of Enrolled Acts now available

Wyss focuses on state’s bullying law, works on ways to improve

IN State Representatives: Homestead deductions need verification

Rep. Matt Bell Holds 100% Voting Record

Wyss recognized for 99.7 percent voting record

Governor Daniels’ statement about 2010 legislative session

Governor to consider bill to strengthen habitual traffic offender law

House Republicans: Solutions are available, but Democrats are not

IN Rep. Phil GiaQuinta: Jobs Plan

Redistricting Reform update: Bauer moves deadline

Watchdog Indiana 2010 General Assembly legislative agenda

Rokita Report: Redistricting legislative update

IN Senator Wyss: Senate approves legislation strengthening traffic offender law

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