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The Merritt Minute - March 16, 2011

It is now day 23 of the stalemate in the Indiana House of Representatives due to the walkout of most Democrat House members. Please know, the Indiana Senate has continued to function and conduct business as usual for the past several weeks. Senators remain busy attending committee hearings, meeting with constituents and voting on legislation. Hopefully, members of the House of Representatives will soon get back to doing the people’s business. By law, the General Assembly is required to pass…See More

Mar 16, 2011

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Feb 16, 2011

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Help Available For Heating Hoosier Homes This Season: Indiana Program Offers Financial Assistance to Low-Income Households

As cold weather bears down on our state this season, low-income households may receive help keeping their families warm by participating in Indiana's Energy Assistance Program (EAP).Managed by the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority, the EAP offers financial assistance to low-income homeowners who struggle to pay their utility bills during the winter months. Program funding can be used to pay gas or electric bills.A second program, aimed at reducing energy consumption and…See More

Feb 4, 2011

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Governor's speech may help build public and political support to improve schools; reform local governments, justice system

Indiana Senate Republicans say their caucus stands ready to work with Gov. Mitch Daniels and other lawmakers to balance the state's two-year state budget and to consider reforms outlined in Tuesday's State of the State Address.Gov. Daniels' remarks have set the tone for a productive legislative session. I believe as lawmakers we need to take these ambitious ideas, build upon them and make lasting improvements to how we educate Hoosier children now and for generations to come.Daniels' seventh…See More

Jan 11, 2011

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Issues Emerging for the 2011 Session

Constituents expect lawmakers to focus on balancing the budget,avoiding tax hikes, improving education, promoting fair redistrictingPassing a balanced budget and avoiding tax hikes on hardworking Hoosiers should be the top priorities for lawmakersduring the 2011 legislative session, which began this week at the Statehouse.With the national recession reducing state revenues to 2005 levels, legislators should set and live within tight spending limits, just as Hoosier families, farmers and…See More

Jan 6, 2011

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Dec 14, 2010

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State Senator Merritt speaks at HSEJH Veteran's Day program

11/13/2010 1:46:00 AMState Senator Merritt speaks at HSEJH Veteran's Day programPhotos provided by Marianna RichardsEric Billman, Fortville VFW No. 6094, from left, Tim Latimer, Hamilton Southeastern Junior High Social Studies Chairman and teacher, State Sen. Jim Merritt, and Assistant Principal Courtney Scott smile before the school's Veteran’s Day program.State Senator Jim Merritt gives a speech during HSEJH’s all-school Veteran’s Day program Nov. 11.The…See More

Nov 14, 2010

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Tax caps give township reform effort new life

Great article in the IBJ on tax caps and government consolidation:Francesca JaroszOctober 23, 2010A push to eliminate township government will return to the Statehouse next year—this time with a better shot at success. Township reforms, which have been vigorously debated but never passed, have been touted as a way to make government more cost-effective.A push to eliminate township government will return to the Statehouse next year—this time with a better shot at success.Township government…See More

Oct 25, 2010

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New Protections for Victims of Domestic Violence

$264,000 IN FEDERAL FUNDS WILL BRING PROTECTIVE ORDER REGISTRY ENHANCEMENTS TO INDIANA A victim will receive a text message alerting her to the expiration of a protective order thanks to $264,000 in Department of Justice grants for Indiana’s Protective Order Registry. Indiana Chief Justice Randall T. Shepard and Congressman André Carson announced details regarding federal funding for Indiana’s registry which will allow for the following enhancements to the system:Courts will be able to print…See More

Oct 23, 2010

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Grateful to have received the endorsement of the Indianapolis Star

State Senate District 31 endorsement: Jim Merritt5:45 PM, Oct 18, 2010 |Republican incumbent Jim Merritt has worked quietly to push forward issues that seldom garner much attention but are nonetheless important.Merritt, for instance, has been the primary advocate in the Senate for net-metering and renewable energy legislation, which could save schools, businesses and homeowners money on their electric bills while also reducing the state's dependence on fossil fuels.Merritt…See More

Oct 19, 2010

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LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS RECEIVE $11 MILLION GRANT!!

Funds will be used to improve technology, develop new programs, train staff and attract new students to the district's 11 magnet schoolsRecently the U.S. Secretary of Education announced MSD Lawrence Township Schools received a highly-competitive federal magnet schools grant totaling more than $11 million - the second highest amount awarded nationwide."The entire Lawrence Community should congratulate our township school corporation for working hard to secure this grant, which will help provide…See More

Oct 8, 2010

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Sen. Merritt invites fourth-graders to celebrate state's birthday

For immediate release: Sep 23, 2010Posted by: [s31]Contact: Jennifer RegazziPhone: 1-800-382-9467 or 317-232-7184Email: jregazzi@iga.in.govSen. Merritt invites fourth-graders to celebrate state's birthdayEssay contest among festivities; winner will read entry at Statehouse ceremonySTATEHOUSE (Sept. 22, 2010) - State Sen. Jim Merritt (R-Indianapolis) invites area fourth-graders along with their principals, teachers and parents to a special birthday party…See More

Sep 24, 2010

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Free Hoosier Outdoor Experience This Weekend at Fort Harrison State Park

From kayaking down the White River and riding horseback through Fort Harrison State Park to going off-roading on a mountain bike skills trail, a wide variety of fun is in store for those who attend the second annual Hoosier Outdoor Experience on Sept. 18 and 19.As the state's largest hands-on outdoor recreation event, Hoosier Outdoor Experience features more than 50 activities organized in six categories - aquatics, cultural, equestrian, outdoors, shooting sports and wildlife.Hoosiers can…See More

Sep 15, 2010

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Will cloud computing forecast for state governments bring storms or silver linings?

STATEHOUSE - Not long ago, whenever “clouds” and “computers” were mentioned in the same sentence, it was part of a radar system used to give a weather forecast.But today, “cloud computing” – Internet-based computing where shared resources, software and information are provided to computers and other devices on demand – is regarded as the next big thing in technological innovation.Like weather systems, technology is constantly changing. But unlike colorful radar maps, there are lots of gray…See More

Sep 14, 2010

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The Merritt Minute - March 16, 2011

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Bill Provides 'Good Starting Point' For Clean Energy Policy in Indiana

Posted on February 23, 2011 at 2:58pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Legislation promoting clean resources,

capital & job creation moves to House

With Hoosiers facing prospects of a power shortage by 2020, the Indiana Senate voted today in…

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Senate Stays Strong, Advances Education Reform

Posted on February 23, 2011 at 9:18am 0 Comments 0 Likes

For Immediate Release	Media Contact: Stephanie Sample
Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2011…

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A Letter to the Editor Regarding Comprehensive Energy Policy for Indiana

Posted on February 18, 2011 at 9:00am 0 Comments 0 Likes

Dear Editor,

Among his many bold visions for Indiana, Gov. Mitch Daniels advocates a first-ever comprehensive energy policy for Hoosiers. Daniels' objectives - clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy sources making our state more self-sufficient and economically competitive - are worthy of legislators' time and talent. This year's Indiana General Assembly can help achieve these goals for consumers by supporting Senate Bill 251.

Producing and distributing energy are…

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