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Indiana lawmakers override governor’s emergency powers veto

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana legislators set up a possible court fight with the governor when they voted Thursday to override his veto and give themselves more authority to intervene during emergencies declared by the state’s chief executive. The Republican- …

Popcorn declared Indiana state snack

Posted By: Ann Powell April 15, 2021 Indiana is now home to a state snack. Governor Eric Holcomb signed a bill making popcorn the official snack of Indiana this week. Indiana ranks second in the nation for popcorn production, just behind the State of …

'Like a hostage negotiation': Indiana bill on renewable energy standards dies after pushback

Efforts to send a message that Indiana is open for business to renewables came to an abrupt stop on Tuesday night. A bill that would have established some statewide standards for wind and solar projects — but was amended to grandfather in counties' …

Bill Removing Some Wetland Protections Heads To Governor

Listen to the broadcast version of this story. A bill that would get rid of state protections for some wetlands in Indiana narrowly passed the Senate. There’s only one stop before the controversial bill becomes law — Gov. Eric Holcomb’s desk. Supporters of …

Slick And Indiana: A Love Story

The most important sports figure in Indianapolis history is no longer with us. The second I saw the news of Bobby “Slick” Leonard’s passing on Tuesday, I fired off a tweet saying as much. Twitter is rife with hyperbole and overreaction, but I knew that …

Better Indiana outlook brings calls for bigger schools boost

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana educators called Thursday for a bigger school funding boost to help improve the state’s lagging teacher pay, as new projections showed state tax collections are expected to bounce back stronger than expected from the pandemic …

Indiana House votes to override Gov. Eric Holcomb's veto of emergency powers bill

The Indiana House voted to override Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb's veto of a bill that would shift some power from the governor to the legislative branch during an emergency. The Republican-dominated House approved the override by a 59-26 vote. None of …

Indiana lawmakers vote to override Gov. Holcomb's veto on emergency powers bill

The bill would give the legislature more authority to intervene during governor-declared emergencies on things like mask mandates and business restrictions. INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana legislators are inching towards a possible court fight with Gov. Eric …

Indiana legislators override Holcomb's veto on emergency powers

(The Center Square) – Both houses of the Indiana legislature voted Thursday to override Gov. Eric Holcomb’s veto of a bill that would allow legislative leaders to call the Indiana General Assembly back into session to deal with an emergency. The vote in …

Indiana General Assembly overrides emergency powers bill veto

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana General Assembly on Thursday easily overrode Gov. Eric Holcomb’s veto on an emergency powers bill, setting the stage for a likely court battle. The House vote was 57-26 and the Senate vote was 36-8. “I pray this never happens …

Líderes de comunidades negras y latinas en Indiana combaten desconfianza en las vacunas

Read in English Durante meses, los líderes de las comunidades negras, latinas y subrepresentadas de Indianápolis han estado luchando contra una historia existente de racismo, desconfianza y problemas de falta de representación y acceso al idioma en torno a …

Cómo las preparatorias de Indiana Central están planeando para graduaciones

Read in English A medida que los distritos regresan de las vacaciones de primavera y se acerca el final del semestre, las escuelas secundarias de Indiana Central planifican las graduaciones. Si bien muchos esperan celebraciones presenciales, también tienen …

10 cosas que debe saber sobre las cigarras en Indiana

Read in English Las cigarras en Indiana no son novedad. De hecho, para la mayoría de los habitantes de Indiana su zumbido anual es una señal de bienvenida al verano. Pero este año, es diferente. Este año será la reaparición de la Generación X, uno de los …

Un vistazo a lo que las preparatorias de Central Indiana están planeando para graduaciones

Read in English Faltan semanas para las graduaciones de la escuela secundaria y, aunque muchas de Indiana Central están planificando celebraciones presenciales, los detalles aún están sujetos a la COVID-19. Algunas escuelas anunciaron límites en las …

Local advocates weigh in on Indiana's recent abortion bill

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – A new state abortion bill that has drawn praise from local pro-life advocates is heading to Gov. Eric Holcomb’s desk. H.B. 1577 includes new consent requirements for minors seeking an abortion, along with restrictions on clinics …

Eversource Joins Utilities Planning National Electric Vehicle Charger Network

Eversource is joining a group of utilities aiming to build a national network of high-speed electric vehicle chargers. The company, which is New Hampshire’s largest electric provider, is the first in the Northeast to join the Electric Highway Coalition, …

House Sends 'Unethical' Abortion Reversal Bill To Governor

Indiana’s latest anti-abortion measure will likely soon become law after House legislators sent it to the governor Wednesday. Some physicians say the legislation, HB 1577, would force them to commit malpractice by telling patients about a protocol to …

Indiana Senate passes budget

INDIANAPOLIS (Network Indiana): The Senate has passed its version of a new state budget, setting up negotiations on a final version. Legislators receive an updated forecast Thursday of how much money the state will take in. But while negotiators will …

Wetlands deregulation bill sent to governor

INDIANAPOLIS – Lawmakers gave final approval Wednesday to a disputed bill seeking to remove protections from Indiana's already diminished wetlands amid mounting criticism that the legislation could cause damage to the state's waterways, wildlife …

Defense team for Venezuelan H.E. Alex Saab urge Cape Verdean authorities to honour international obligations

Africa is not a colony of the US and US cannot disregard the rule of law in African States and disobey the judgement of ECOWAS Court PRAIA, CAPE VERDE, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The defense team of H.E. Alex Saab, Venezuelan diplomat, …

Was Marijuana-Induced Psychosis a Trigger for Triple Child Murder Questions Parents Group

A horrific family tragedy could be the result of "medical" marijuana use by a depressed mom. The bodies of two toddlers and an infant were found. MERRIFIELD, VA, US, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The discovery of a triple murder …

M4MM Announces Free Expungement Clinics as Part of Week of Service & Community

Project Clean Slate Partners with Community Organizations on Marijuana Expungement Resource Fairs ORLANDO, FL, USA, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minorities for Medical Marijuana, Inc (M4MM) announced a 420 week of service and community. …

EHR for Social Services Pivots for COVID Relief

Community CareLink Connects Service Providers and CARES Act Dollars with People in Need of Assistance KANSAS CITY, MO, USA, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Community CareLink (CCL), a Kansas City software development company, has partnered …

Bill Whitaker of “60 Minutes” and Anne Applebaum of The Atlantic to Receive Top Journalism Awards

WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) will award top honors this year to  Bill Whitaker, a longtime correspondent for CBS News and “60 Minutes,” and …

KQM CHANGE Foundation

KQM CHANGE FOUNDATION HELPS CHILDREN WHO HAVE LOST A PARENT OR GUARDIAN TO CRIMES OF HATE LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The KQM CHANGE FOUNDATION has been established as a non-profit organization, to help …

PositiveAscent.com launches Podcast

Manley has published three books and has a long history as a Champion for change as an ordained minister, educator and social commentator. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The series is hosted by Author and …

THE NATION’S LARGEST GRASS-ROOTS MILITARY FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP, BLUE STAR FAMILIES, JOINS NVBDC MVO TASK FORCE

NVBDC’S MVO Task Force achieves strategic objectives by partnering with organizations to help Veteran Owned Businesses. DETROIT, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NVBDC honors Military and Veteran Service …

Hoyer Statement Following House Passage of H.R. 7, the Paycheck Fairness Act

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement after the House passed H.R.7, the Paycheck Fairness Act: “I was proud to bring the Paycheck Fairness Act to the Floor today and work to secure its passage, as I did …

Hoyer Testimony Before the House Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress’s Member Day Hearing

WASHINGTON, DC – This afternoon, House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) testified before the House Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress at their Member Day hearing. Below is his testimony as prepared for delivery:   Click here to watch the …

JARRETT ADAMS BRINGS JUSTICE TO THE WRONGFULLY CONVICTED

From Defendant to Defender, Life After Justice NEW YORK, NY, USA, April 14, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Top criminal defense and civil rights attorney, Jarrett Adams, is using his journey as a victim of wrongful conviction to drive awareness on …

Hoyer Statement on the Biden Administration's Sanctions Against Russia

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the Biden Administration's strong sanctions and other actions against Russia:  “Today, the Biden-Harris Administration is taking strong steps to ensure …

Rev. Brian Fesler of the Church of Scientology Nashville elected Vice President of Religion Communicators Council

Expanding the outreach and message of the religious and spiritual community helps the world in time of need WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At its 2021 convention, the Religion Communicators …

TGTE Mourns Passing of former US Attorney General Mr. Ramsey Clark, a Dear Friend & Ally to Eeelam Tamils

He was one of the driving forces behind the creation of TGTE & served as TGTE’s New York Election Commissioner for its first parliamentary elections in 2010 NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, April 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

THE DAILY LEADER: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14, 2021

Hoyer Floor Remarks Honoring United States Capitol Police Officers

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke on the House Floor today to honor United States Capitol Police officers, including those on his security team, and thank them for their courage in protecting and serving the Capitol complex. …

Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Plan to Withdraw All U.S. Troops from Afghanistan

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on reports that President Biden will announce a plan to withdraw all U.S. troops from Afghanistan this year:  “American forces have been involved in …

Hoyer: The Best Path Forward to Resolve Questions of Puerto Rico’s Political Status is Statehood

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) submitted the following testimony to the House Natural Resources Committee today in support of H.R. 1522, legislation he co-sponsored to grant statehood to the residents of Puerto Rico. Click here  …

THE DAILY LEADER: THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2021

“One Minutes” (15 per side) Complete Consideration of H.R. 7 – Paycheck Fairness Act (Rep. DeLauro – Education and Labor)  The Rule provides for one hour of general debate equally divided and controlled by the Chair and Ranking Member of the Committee on …

Hoyer Statement on Israel’s Independence Day

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement this evening on Israel’s Independence Day, Yom Ha’Atzmaut:  “Beginning at sunset, the people of Israel and Jewish communities around the world will mark the seventy …