Author: David Long - IN Dist. 16 Senator

June 19-25 is Entrepreneurship Week in Indiana – an opportunity for Hoosiers to recognize and celebrate the vital importance of

Indiana’s part-time state legislature, unlike the U.S. Congress, allows representatives and senators to spend the majority of the calendar year

Memorial Day is right around the corner – a holiday providing extra time with family and friends, outdoor barbeques and

In recent months, we’ve seen several stories in the news about horrific crimes committed against Hoosier children. Some of our

When the Indiana General Assembly’s 2016 legislative session began in January, the members of the Senate Republican Caucus unveiled a

A few weeks ago I wrote about legislation being considered by the Indiana General Assembly to fight the scourge of

Like millions of Americans, I was appalled last year to watch videos showing Planned Parenthood officials discussing how the organs

When the Indiana General Assembly convened in January for the start of the 2016 legislative session, the Senate Republican Caucus

The Indiana General Assembly has long prioritized Hoosier students and educators. Over half of our state’s general fund is devoted

On the opening day of the General Assembly’s 2016 legislative session, I gathered with members of the Senate Republican Caucus

Indiana has a part-time citizen legislature, which means the General Assembly is only in session for two-and-a-half to four months

It’s hard to think of a profession that has a greater impact on our future than teaching. Indiana has a

Because of Indiana’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and strong budget reserves, Hoosier employers will be relieved of a burdensome tax

On Tuesday, November 17, the Indiana General Assembly will convene at the Statehouse for the ceremonial start of the 2016

While state and local governments have many obligations to their citizens, one of the most important ones is improving and

For many young Hoosiers, the path to a productive and successful future will involve a college degree. Likewise, Indiana’s future

In today’s competitive job market, quality internship experience can make the difference in landing a job. The Indiana Senate Republican

No one expects to be impacted by natural or man-made disasters, but when these circumstances occur, it’s vitally important to

Over the past few years, the General Assembly has taken steps to ensure that Indiana’s worst criminals are kept behind

This year, I sponsored a legislative ethics reform law aimed at providing greater transparency requirements for elected officeholders and enhancing

As Indiana closes the books on fiscal year 2015, Hoosiers have good reason to be proud of our state’s fiscal

Indiana’s continued prosperity depends on a healthy business climate, low tax burden and pro-growth policies. During the 2015 legislative session,

Although the Indiana General Assembly concluded the 2015 legislative session on April 29, many of the new laws enacted this

Each year during the General Assembly’s legislative session, a number of issues arise that require further in-depth study and discussion

I recently appointed long-time Allen County educator Dr. Steve Yager to serve on the Indiana State Board of Education (SBOE),

While many important issues were discussed during the 2015 legislative session, the state’s biennial budget was a primary focus the

The Indiana General Assembly has officially adjourned “sine die,” signaling the conclusion of the 2015 legislative session. From the outset,

For the past ten years, Indiana has been committed to passing honest and responsible budgets. Indiana has earned its excellent

The right of each person to practice his or her religious faith is one of America’s foundational principles. In fact,