Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Indiana
"Presidential 1776 Award: The Ultimate Civics Showdown" to Air on CBS Tonight
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release:
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"Presidential 1776 Award: The Ultimate Civics Showdown" to Air on CBS Tonight
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Tonight, the "Presidential 1776 Award: The Ultimate Civics Showdown" will air from 8:00-9:30 PM ET on the CBS Television Network, and be available to stream tomorrow on Paramount+.
Hosted by television host and entertainment personality Mario Lopez, the national finals mark the conclusion of the first-ever President
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Air Liquide invests over 170M USD in the U.S. to support SK hynix's ambition to build a global AI memory ecosystem
PARIS, France, July 1 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Air Liquide, a supplier of gases, technologies and services, posted the following news release:
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Air Liquide invests over 170M USD in the U.S. to support SK hynix's ambition to build a global AI memory ecosystem
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As part of a long-term contract, Air Liquide will build, own and operate two new production units in the state of Indiana to deliver ultra-pure gases to the first U.S. fab of SK hynix, a South Korean global leader in advanced memo
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Barnes & Thornburg Advises Municipal Bond Underwriters as Part of Hybar's $1.1B Financing
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 2 -- Barnes and Thornburg, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Barnes & Thornburg Advises Municipal Bond Underwriters as Part of Hybar's $1.1B Financing
Barnes & Thornburg represented the underwriting group in a municipal bond offering that was part of Hybar's $1.1 billion financing. The proceeds will be used to finance a portion of the company's expansion to significantly increase steel rebar production at its Osceola facility in Arkansas.
Hybar
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Capital Research Center Issues Commentary to Legal Insurrection: Treasury is Rightly Focused on Nonprofit Transparency
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- The Capital Research Center issued the following commentary on July 1, 2026, by senior research analyst Robert Stilson to Legal Insurrection:
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Treasury is rightly focused on nonprofit transparency
The Treasury Department recently announced the IRS would be proposing revisions to Form 990, the annual return that most nonprofits are required to file with the IRS. While the regulatory language has yet to be released, the Department's focus appears to be on two issues t
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CLAS's Certificate in Writing coordinator turns a passion for words into opportunity
IOWA CITY, Iowa, July 1 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news:
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CLAS's Certificate in Writing coordinator turns a passion for words into opportunity
By Fatima Salinas
For Tracy Meginnis, supporting student writers is more than a job. It is a chance to help students discover their voices, pursue ambitious goals, and find a place within Iowa's iconic writing community.
As coordinator of the Certificate in Writing and student publicatio
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Congressman Carson Submits Federal Inquiry on AES/BlackRock Acquisition
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- Rep. Andre Carson, D-Indiana, issued the following news release on July 1, 2026:
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Congressman Carson Submits Federal Inquiry on AES/BlackRock Acquisition
Today, Congressman Andre Carson (IN-07) submitted a formal inquiry to the Federal Regulatory Commission on BlackRock's proposed acquisition of AES Corporation.
In the letter, Congressman Carson expressed concern that this transaction will raise customer rates, despite claims to the contrary. Congressman Carson cit
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Duke Energy Foundation Invests $773,000 to Strengthen STEM Education in Florida
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 2 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release:
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Duke Energy Foundation invests $773,000 to strengthen STEM education in Florida
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $773,000 to 22 nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions working to strengthen STEM education by expanding access to hands-on learning opportunities and helping prepare Florida students for careers in high-demand industries.
High-impact investments
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Fielding's President Looks Ahead: Lynne Richardson on Leadership, Listening, and Fielding's Next Chapter
SANTA BARBARA, California, July 2 -- Fielding Graduate University issued the following news:
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Fielding's New President Looks Ahead: Lynne Richardson on Leadership, Listening, and Fielding's Next Chapter
By Catherine Ryan
On Alabama's Gulf Coast, where Lynne Richardson, PhD, lives with her husband, Woody, the days come with a peaceful yet busy choreography: eagles in the trees across the canal, a heron fishing from the dock, barges and cruise ships passing through the Intracoastal Waterw
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Fordham Law School: Declaration at 250 - Casting Off the Shackles of Digital Surveillance and Algorithmic Bias in the Age of AI
BRONX, New York, July 2 -- Fordham University School of Law issued the following Q&A on July 1, 2026, involving law professor Catherine Powell:
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The Declaration at 250: Casting Off the Shackles of Digital Surveillance and Algorithmic Bias in the Age of AI
As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence this year, Fordham Law News is turning to its faculty to explore the legal, historical, and philosophical dimensions of the document. This Q&A seri
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Ga. A.G. Carr Joins Multistate Effort to Defend Commonsense Voter ID Laws
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 2 -- Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr issued the following news release on July 1, 2026:
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Carr Joins Multistate Effort to Defend Commonsense Voter ID Laws
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has filed an amicus brief in support of Indiana's voter ID law and the rights of states to enact critical election integrity measures.
"The majority of Americans support commonsense voter ID laws. It's not partisan. It's about protecting the integrity of our elections," sai
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Gov. Braun Launches Workforce Pell in Indiana, Unlocking Federal Financial Aid for Short-Term, In-Demand Job Training
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 1 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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Gov. Braun Launches Workforce Pell in Indiana, Unlocking Federal Financial Aid for Short-Term, In-Demand Job Training
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State, higher education, and business and industry leaders partner to identify and elevate high-quality, high-value short-term programs for federal Workforce Pell funding
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - To help more Hoosiers gain job-ready skills and increase their educational attainm
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Gov. Little announces new appointments
BOISE, Idaho, July 1 -- Gov. Brad Little, R-Idaho, issued the following news release:
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Gov. Little announces new appointments
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Boise, Idaho - Governor Brad Little announced new appointments in his administration today.
Alberto Gonzalez will take over as Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) Director in July after the retirement of Director Scott Stokes.
"Alberto Gonzalez has been an exceptional public servant whose leadership has modernized state government and improved services fo
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Governor Braun Makes Appointments to Various Boards and Commissions
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 1 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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Governor Braun Makes Appointments to Various Boards and Commissions
Governor Mike Braun today announced new appointments to various state boards and commissions.
Appointments:
All Payer Claims Data Base Advisory Board
* Nicholas Sloffer (Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana)
- Reappointment: Term expires 6/30/29
- Allen County
* Barry Hart
- Reappointment: Term expires 6/3
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Grow Southwestern Indiana Teacher Manufacturing Bootcamp hosts local educators
EVANSVILLE, Indiana, July 1 -- The University of Southern Indiana issued the following news release:
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Grow Southwestern Indiana Teacher Manufacturing Bootcamp hosts local educators
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The University of Southern Indiana Outreach and Engagement Corporate Partnerships and Customized Training partnered with the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education and the SwISTEM Resource Center to participate in the annual Grow Southwest Indiana Teacher Manufacturing Bootcamp on June 8.
Thi
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ICYMI: RAGA Wins for Women's Sports
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- The Republican Attorneys General Association issued the following news on July 1, 2026:
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ICYMI: RAGA Wins for Women's Sports
Twenty-seven attorneys general went to bat for female athletes across America. On June 30, the Supreme Court ruled in their favor -- affirming that states may protect sex-based categories in sports and uphold the promise of Title IX.
This is the most significant victory for women's sports in a generation, brought by Republican attorneys gener
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IU Kokomo Faculty Receive Promotions, Tenure
KOKOMO, Indiana, July 2 -- Indiana University Kokomo campus issued the following news:
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IU Kokomo faculty receive promotions, tenure
The Indiana University Board of Trustees has approved promotion and/or tenure for 10 faculty members on the Kokomo campus.
Scott Jones, executive vice chancellor for academic affairs, commended the faculty members.
"Advancing in rank and achieving tenure are profound milestones that require perseverance and a steadfast commitment to excellence in teaching
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IU McKinney Alumna Amber Comer to Serve as Interim Director of the Hall Center
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 1 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news release:
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IU McKinney Alumna Amber Comer to Serve as Interim Director of the Hall Center
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Amber R. Comer, J.D. '11, will serve as interim director of the Hall Center for Law and Health and as a visiting associate professor of law at IU McKinney School of Law. She will teach torts, and bioethics and the law.
Dr. Comer recently earned the designation of Fellow of the American Academy
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IU McKinney Welcomes Five New Faculty Members
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 1 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news release:
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IU McKinney Welcomes Five New Faculty Members
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IU McKinney School of Law welcomes five new tenure track professors to the faculty: Jordan Burton, Ryan Knox, David B. Lourie, Jessica Schnelker, and Eric Swank.
Associate Professor Jordan Burton was appointed to the faculty after teaching Legal Communication and Analysis as an adjunct professor and most recently serving as
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IU Southeast Graduates Lead IU Regional Campuses in Career Success and Employment in Their Field
NEW ALBANY, Indiana, July 1 -- Indiana University Southeast campus posted the following news:
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IU Southeast Graduates Lead IU Regional Campuses in Career Success and Employment in Their Field
A new survey from Indiana University shows that graduates of Indiana University Southeast continue to achieve exceptional career outcomes, leading all IU regional campuses in both job placement rates and graduates employed in their field of study.
According to the IU First Destination Survey, 97 pe
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Kroger Announces Agreement to Acquire Giant Eagle for $1.65 Billion
WASHINGTON, July 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- WilmerHale, a law firm, posted the following news:
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Kroger Announces Agreement to Acquire Giant Eagle for $1.65 Billion
The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) and Giant Eagle, Inc. ("Giant Eagle") announced a definitive agreement under which Kroger will acquire Giant Eagle, a leading family-owned food and pharmacy retailer with approximately $9 billion in annual sales and 197 supermarkets and 11 standalone pharmacies across northern Ohio, western Pennsyl
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Marian University Earns Tier 2 Collegiate Purple Star of Indiana Designation
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 1 -- Marian University posted the following news:
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Marian University Earns Tier 2 Collegiate Purple Star of Indiana Designation
Marian University has been recognized by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education and the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs as a Tier 2 Collegiate Purple Star of Indiana institution for its commitment to serving military-affiliated students and their families.
The designation recognizes Indiana colleges and universities tha
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National Principals Association Launches as Unified National Home for PreK-12 School Leaders; 5 State Associations Align as Founding Partners
RESTON, Virginia, July 1 [Category: Education] -- The National Principals Association (formerly the National Association of Secondary School Principals) issued the following news release:
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National Principals Association Launches as Unified National Home for PreK-12 School Leaders; 5 State Associations Align as Founding Partners
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Today, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) officially becomes the National Principals Association, expanding its mission to serve
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Somerset Community College Welcomes Andrea Clue as Director of Advancement
SOMERSET, Kentucky, July 1 -- Somerset Community College issued the following news:
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Somerset Community College Welcomes Andrea Clue as Director of Advancement
Somerset Community College (SCC) is pleased to welcome Andrea Clue as its new Director of Advancement, where she will lead the college's fundraising efforts, cultivate community partnerships, and support initiatives that expand educational opportunities for students throughout SCC's 13-county service area.
Clue succeeds Cindy Clo
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Southern Illinois University School of Medicine: Three Endowed Chairs, One Enduring Legacy
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, July 2 -- Southern Illinois University School of Medicine issued the following news:
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Three endowed chairs, one enduring legacy
After a night filled with ovations, endowed chair presentations and tributes to decades of service, Dr. James Waymack offered a reminder that cut through the celebration.
"An endowed chair isn't simply a recognition of past accomplishments," he said. "It's an investment in the future."
That pay-it-forward philosophy echoed throughout the
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Trine grad works on ASCE Project of the Year
ANGOLA, Indiana, July 1 -- Trine University posted the following news:
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Trine grad works on ASCE Project of the Year
A Trine University civil engineering graduate was part of a team that developed a project that earned top honors from the Indiana Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) this spring.
Russel Reynolds, who graduated in 2019, has been a road engineer with Janssen & Spaans Engineering (JSE) in Indianapolis for the past five years.
He worked in a civil sit
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