🏛️ Structure of Indiana State Government
Executive Branch
Led by the Governor (currently Eric Holcomb).
Other elected officials: Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, Treasurer, Auditor of State, and Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Governor's Office Website
Legislative Branch
Indiana General Assembly: Bicameral system with the House of Representatives (100 members) and the Senate (50 members).
Judicial Branch
Led by the Indiana Supreme Court, with the Court of Appeals and Circuit and Superior Courts.
Indiana Judicial Branch Website
🗳️ Elections and Voter Information
Indiana Election Division: Oversees voter registration, election security, and candidate filings.
Elections & Voting Info
Indiana Voter Guide: Comprehensive guides for state and local elections.
📊 Key Political Issues in Indiana
Education Reform and Teacher Pay
Healthcare Access and Affordability
Infrastructure Modernization
Public Safety and Gun Violence Prevention
Environmental Conservation and Agriculture Policy
Economic Development and Workforce Training
🤝 Civic Engagement & Grassroots Activism
League of Women Voters of Indiana: Advocates for informed and active civic participation.
Hoosier Environmental Council: Focused on environmental advocacy and policy.
Faith in Indiana: Promotes social justice and community engagement.
📰 Stay Informed
Indianapolis Star (IndyStar): Covers statewide politics and government.
Indiana Public Media: Nonprofit reporting on state government and policy issues.
The Statehouse File: Student-powered news covering Indiana politics.
📚 Educational Resources
Indiana State Archives: Access historical and government records.
Indiana State Archives Website
BallotPedia Indiana: Neutral, fact-checked information on elections and policy.
Ballotpedia Indiana
📱 Useful Tools and Apps
Countable: Follow legislation and contact your representatives.
CivicEngage: Portal for community-level civic information.