Preparing for the 2017 Legislative Session

Preparing for the 2017 legislative session The Indiana General Assembly is preparing for the 2017 legislative session that will begin on January 3 and must end no later than April 29.  This session is a "long session" where lawmakers will decide the state's next two-year budget which is typically about $30 billion.  Legislators will make tough funding decisions on state government services, including education, infrastructure and public safety. Links to help you follow are below:  Indiana General Assembly Senate Committee Chairs and House Committee Chairs Standing Committee Rosters Senate Committee Calendar House Committee Calendar

Check out our Third House / Meet Your Legislator event calendar IaUW is tracking Third House Sessions and "meet your legislator" events across the state.  These meetings are opportunities for constituents to talk to their legislators and learn about bills they are working on at the statehouse.  It is important that legislators hear input from their constituents and these events are a great way for you to connect and share your thoughts.  View our Third House Calendar that will be updated regularly throughout the legislative session.  Check back often for new events as they are posted.  Upcoming events include: Bloomington - January 13 at 11:30am Greater Greenwood - January 13 at 11:30am Hamilton County - January 13 at 7:30am Madison County - January 9 at 6:30pm Southwest IN - January 13 at 11:30am If you attend, drop us a note to share a little about your experience. from Indiana Association of United Ways