(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders says the 2025 Indiana General Assembly, which adjourned overnight on Friday, was successful in advancing key Indiana Chamber priorities, including business personal property tax relief and steps to improve the health of the workforce. “We’re encouraged to see legislators increase the state's cigarette tax, something we've long advocated [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders comments on the just released conference committee report for House Bill 1001, the state’s two-year budget, which now includes a $2 per pack increase in the cigarette tax: “With today's announcement of an increase in the cigarette tax, the first in over 17 years, we are taking the necessary [...]
HB 1002, HB 1634, SB 365 and SB 448 / Chamber Supports Last week, several Chamber-supported measures moved across the finish line. This included House Bill 1634 on math instruction, authored by Rep. Jake Teshka (R-North Liberty); Senate Bill 365 on career coaching programs, authored by Sen. Jeff Raatz (R-Richmond); and Senate Bill 448 on postsecondary education realignment and [...]
HB 1001 / Chamber Supports in Part Indiana’s updated state revenue forecast shows a shortfall of $403 million in the current fiscal year and a reduction of $1.97 billion over the next two fiscal years. Although revenue will continue to grow year over year, the pace of growth will fall far short of earlier projections. Slower job and wage [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders offers a new video statement on why lawmakers should increase the cigarette tax by $2 per pack: The video snippets are available for download via a Dropbox zip folder and include the following: Very brief :20 option focused on the policy – with and without nameplate Longer :50 [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders comments on the just released April revenue forecast for the state, which will guide final budget negotiations in the General Assembly: “With today’s announcement by the State Budget Committee on the revenue forecast, it’s clear we must tighten our belts and consider new sources of revenue to ease [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Governor Mike Braun has signed Senate Bill 1, the property tax relief reform package, following its passage this morning in the Indiana Senate (27-22). Comments Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders: “This is landmark legislation for Hoosier employers and citizens – providing both near-term relief for homeowners, businesses and farmers while initiating long-term [...]
SB 448 / Chamber Supports There are literally thousands of credentials, certification and degree program offerings from dozens of educational institutions and training providers operating in the state. It’s often difficult for workers and employers to access programs that really meet their needs. Senate Bill 448, authored by Sen. Greg Goode (R-Terre Haute), seeks to improve alignment of postsecondary [...]
HB 1461 / Chamber Supports House Bill 1461, authored by Rep. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie), is a wide-ranging road funding bill that has advanced from the Senate Appropriations Committee with significant changes – including a 125% increase in registration fees for electric and hybrid vehicles. The amendment, offered by Sen. Chris Garten (R-Charlestown), also addresses low water crossing projects, [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6sS7evqhfo The Indiana House of Representatives passed an amended version of Senate Bill 1 Thursday. The bill was amended to adjust the scope of business personal property (BPP) tax reform. The amendment removed language that would have phased out the BPP tax entirely but significantly increases the de minimis exemption threshold and narrows application of the 30% depreciation floor. [...]
115 W. Washington St.
Suite 850S
Indianapolis, IN 46204
The Ice Miller law firm serves as legal counsel for the Indiana Chamber.
KERAMIDA is the Indiana Chamber’s official sustainability partner.
Copyright © 2026 Indiana Chamber | All Rights Reserved
