Reflections on My Indiana Leadership Forum Experience Last month, I had the privilege of graduating from the Indiana Leadership Forum (ILF), joining a network of hundreds of Hoosiers committed to leadership, civic engagement, and public service. The experience exceeded my expectations in ways I could not have anticipated when I first applied over a year …
New State Law Shines Light on Appointed Officials
A brand-new Indiana law increasing transparency of appointed local and state officials goes into effect July 1. The new mandate requires public access to the names of each officer and the appointing parties. Background During the 2025 Regular Session the General Assembly passed House Enrolled Act No. 1509, which created Ind. Code §5-14-9 …
New Live Electronic Transmission Requirements for all Local Governmental Bodies in Indiana Take Affect July 1, 2025
Background With the goal of increased transparency in local governments, the Indiana State Legislature passed House Enrolled Act No. 1167 (the “Act”). On May 1, 2023, Governor Holcomb signed the Act into law. The Act takes effect on July 1, 2025. However, political subdivisions are encouraged to begin planning to comply with the Act prior …