Update on 2011 Legislature!

December 16th, 2010

2011 General Assembly Sworn In!

The 2011 General Assembly is ready to go! The 100 State Representatives and 25 State Senators elected November 2nd were sworn in at the State House on Organization Day November 16th!

Leaders Chosen for 2011 Session!

Senate Leadership

Republican Majority

            Senator David Long – President Pro-Tem
            Senator Connie Lawson – Majority Floor Leader
            Senator Jim Merritt – Majority Caucus Chair

Democrat Minority

            Senator Vi Simpson – Minority Leader
            Senator Tim Lanane – Assistant Minority Leader
            Senator Jim Arnold – Minority Caucus Chair

House Leadership

Republican Majority

            Rep. Brian Bosma – Speaker of the House
            Rep. Bill Friend – Majority Floor Leader
            Rep. Kathy Richardson – Majority Caucus Chair 

Democrat Minority

            Rep. Pat Bauer – Minority Leader
            Rep. Linda Lawson – Minority Floor Leader
            Rep. Dale Grubb – Minority Caucus Chair

Legislators Return January 5, 2011!

The Senators and Representatives will return to the State House on Wednesday, January 5, 2011.  There could be as many as 1,500 bills filed in the House and Senate!

Advance America Will Be Your Eyes and Ears – Again!

Advance America will be back at the State House once again leading the effort to protect churches and families and defend traditional values!  We will continue to lead the effort to control government spending and we will oppose tax increases! Hoosier families already pay enough in taxes!

Quote from Representative Jeff Thompson!

“Eric Miller and Advance America continue to be the leading voice in Indiana government for traditional values, freedom for churches, and Biblical principles.”                                                               – Representative Jeff Thompson

Let Your Voice Be Heard!

Always Remember . . .
This Is Your Government!

If you appreciate the work of Advance America on behalf of the churches and families of Indiana, go to our website www.AdvanceAmerica.com to make a tax-deductible contribution of $35, $50, $75 or more to help us continue to work for your family and your church.

Advance America
101 W. Ohio Street, Suite 660
Indianapolis, IN 46204
www.AdvanceAmerica.com

Telephone Numbers
House of Representatives 800-382-9842 & 317-232-9600
State Senate: 800-382-9467 & 317-232-9400
Governor: 317-232-4567 – Lt. Governor: 317-232-4545
You can find out who your legislators are and get their email address by
going to www.AdvanceAmerica.com or by calling us at (800)448-VOTE (8683).

Posted in 2010 Election, Indiana General Assembly |

2010 Election Update!

November 4th, 2010

*Major Shift in Political Landscape in Indiana!*

Here is a quick recap of the election results of November 2nd:

U.S. Senate Race

Dan Coats defeated Brad Ellsworth in the race for U.S. Senate.  He replaces retiring Senator Evan Bayh.

Congressional Races

1st District - Rep. Pete Visclosky was re-elected
2nd District - Rep. Joe Donnelly was re-elected
3rd District - State Sen. Marlin Stutzman won (open seat)
4th District - Sec. of State Todd Rokita won (open seat)
5th District - Rep. Dan Burton was re-elected
6th District - Rep. Mike Pence was re-elected
7th District - Rep. Andre Carson was re-elected
8th District - Larry Bucshon won (open seat)
9th District - Todd Young defeated Rep. Baron Hill

Make up of the Congressional Delegation – 6 Republicans and 3 Democrats.  It was 4 Republicans and 5 Democrats before the election.

State Senate

Before the November 2nd Election the make up of the Senate was 33-17 Republican.  There will be 4 new Republican Senators:  Jim Tomes (District 49), Doug Eckerty (District 26), Jim Smith (District 45) and Ron Grooms (District 46).  Additionally, Republican Jim Banks (District 17) replaces another Republican, Gary Dillon, who retired. The make up of the Senate will now be 37 Republicans and 13 Democrats.

Indiana House of Representatives

Before the November 2nd Election the make up of the Indiana House was 52-48 – Democrat with Rep. Pat Bauer of South Bend as Speaker of the House.

After the November 2nd Election the make up of the House will be at least 59-41 Republican with Rep. Brian Bosma of Indianapolis becoming the new Speaker of the House.

Here are the new State Representatives who took formerly Democrat Seats:

  Michael Karickhoff - District 30
  Kevin Mahan - District 31
  James Baird - District 44
  Bob Heaton - District 46
  Matt Ubelhor - District 62
  Jud McMillan - District 68
  Rhonda Rhoads - District 70
  Steve Davisson - District 73
  Sue Ellspermann - District 74
  Ron Bacon - District 75
  Cindy Kirchhofer

Mike Speedy

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 District 89

District 90

Additionally, the following Republican Candidates won seats already held by a Republican:

  Timothy Wesco - District 21
  Rebecca Kubacki - District 22
  Heath VanNatter - District 38
  Randy Frye - District 67
  Kathleen Heuer - District 83
  Bob Morris - District 84

The race in House District 76 between Bob Dieg and Wendy McNamara is still too close to call.

* More later about Advance America’s 2010 effort and plan for 2011! *

Always Remember . . .
This Is Your Government!

If you appreciate the work of Advance America on behalf of the churches and families of Indiana, go to our website www.AdvanceAmerica.com to make a tax-deductible contribution of $35, $50, $75 or more to help us continue to work for your family and your church.

Advance America
101 W. Ohio Street, Suite 660
Indianapolis, IN 46204
www.AdvanceAmerica.com

Telephone Numbers
House of Representatives 800-382-9842 & 317-232-9600
State Senate: 800-382-9467 & 317-232-9400
Governor: 317-232-4567 – Lt. Governor: 317-232-4545
You can find out who your legislators are and get their email address by
going to www.AdvanceAmerica.com or by calling us at (800)448-VOTE (8683).
 

Posted in 2010 Election, Indiana General Assembly |

Don’t Forget To Vote November 2nd!

November 1st, 2010

Use Advance America’s Voter Guides to Cast an Informed Ballot!

The November 2nd Election could be the most important election in our lifetime! You need to know the truth about where the candidates really stand on key issues!

Use Advance America’s Voter Guide!

(Click Here) to download a Voter Guide!

Your friends, neighbors, relatives and co-workers need to cast an informed ballot too!

Please forward this email to all of your contacts and urge them to download a Voter Guide so they can cast an informed ballot on November 2nd too!

Remember What Edmond Burke Said:

“All that is necessary for evil to triumph
 is for good men to do nothing.”

Thank you for your support for Advance America’s efforts to protect churches, families and our freedoms!  Thank you for using Advance America’s 2010 Voter Guide and encouraging others to cast an informed ballot too!Always Remember . . .
This Is Your Government!

If you appreciate the work of Advance America on behalf of the churches and families of Indiana, go to our website www.AdvanceAmerica.com to make a tax-deductible contribution of $35, $50, $75 or more to help us continue to work for your family and your church.

Advance America
101 W. Ohio Street, Suite 660
Indianapolis, IN 46204
www.AdvanceAmerica.com


Telephone Numberss
House of Representatives 800-382-9842 & 317-232-9600
State Senate: 800-382-9467 & 317-232-9400
Governor: 317-232-4567 – Lt. Governor: 317-232-4545
You can find out who your legislators are and get their email address by
going to www.AdvanceAmerica.com or by calling us at (800)448-VOTE (8683).

Posted in 2010 Election, Indiana General Assembly |

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