AGP Executive Report

Indiana Public Safety & Courts: The Indiana Fraternal Order of Police’s no-confidence vote against Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears was dismissed by the prosecutor’s office as a political stunt, with the FOP citing record violence while the office points to recent IMPD drops in homicides. Local Governance: Warrick County residents packed a commissioners meeting to oppose a proposed data center, urging at least a two-year moratorium; commissioners said there are no current plans but warned developers will “come knocking.” Statehouse & Policy: Gov. Braun signed new property tax relief for Hoosier veterans, expanding benefits for qualifying veterans. Elections & Administration: A Clay County recount in the Republican prosecutor primary ended with no change to the certified result, keeping Emily Clarke ahead of Hunter Moran. Weather & Recovery: Preliminary counts say at least 29 tornadoes and a derecho hit Illinois and northwest Indiana last week, leaving communities still cleaning up. Higher Ed & Research: Indiana University Bloomington’s yeast research and fermentation work is highlighted in an “America 250” episode tying lab science to early-American brewing. National Politics (with Indiana relevance): Trump endorsed MAGA loyalist Mike Collins in Georgia’s Senate runoff, underscoring the White House’s continued push for loyalist candidates.

Federal & State Politics: U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan (D-Highland) will host a Healthcare Affordability Listening Session June 18 in Merrillville, taking constituent input on costs and access. Public Safety: A full-scale disaster drill at Gary/Chicago International Airport drew more than 50 Indiana and Illinois volunteers after recent tornado activity in the region. Courts & College Sports: Arizona State swimmer Grant House won in an NCAA-related pay-for-play fight tied to athletes’ names and likenesses, but the case left him facing backlash as he targets the 2028 Olympic team. Criminal Justice: Jury selection is set to begin for Toni McClure, accused of starving and confining her 5-year-old daughter, Kinsleigh Welty. Local News: Purdue University Northwest’s 10th anniversary gala raised more than $450,000 for scholarships. Community & Culture: Summit High School students qualified for the International Thespian Festival in Bloomington.

Sports Betting & Youth Gambling: A new report highlights how mobile sports betting and “free” app currency can still pull young adults toward problem gambling, even when they aren’t using real money at first. Indiana Lottery: Hoosier Lottery results for June 13 include Hoosier Lotto (01-07-08-10-44-45) and Cash 5 (06-12-23-26-43), plus Daily 3/4 and other games. Pride Politics in Indiana: Thousands filled Indy Pride as LGBTQ Hoosiers pushed back on Gov. Mike Braun’s “Nuclear Family Month” proclamation, while the city countered with “Indy Pride Weekend.” College Sports Fallout: The Brendan Sorsby gambling saga keeps escalating, with commentary arguing the NCAA’s ability to enforce rules is hitting a breaking point. Public Safety: Fort Wayne Police remind families about Indiana’s minor curfew rules as summer break continues. Community & Culture: Indiana’s track season wrapped at the NCAA Outdoor Championships, and the Indy Pride Festival drew major crowds downtown.

Healthcare Price Transparency: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals to post basic pricing or face up to $2M annual penalties, with Indiana among the states heavily cited for not sharing enough cost info. Indiana Veterans Tax Relief: Gov. Braun ceremonially signed a law expanding property tax relief for Hoosier veterans with total disabilities, boosting deductions and converting some deductions into credits starting with the 2026 assessment year. Property Tax Overhaul Talk: State Rep. J.D. Prescott says he’ll reintroduce a 2027 plan to repeal Indiana’s property tax system and replace it with a broader sales tax on services, plus public meetings to build support. College Sports Gambling Fallout: Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby’s temporary eligibility injunction keeps the spotlight on NCAA gambling rules, as Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond urges the Big 12 to suspend him. Indiana Lottery Glitch: Hoosier Lottery pulled its Space Invaders Cash Invasion scratch-off after a printing error led players to see inflated prizes that didn’t match official payouts. Public Safety & Youth: Fort Wayne police reminded parents about Indiana’s curfew law during summer break, with limited exceptions. Cost of Living: A new ALICE report finds 38% of Indiana households and 39% in Northwest Indiana can’t afford basic needs.

Healthcare Cost Transparency: The Trump administration warned 500+ hospitals nationwide that they’re not posting required pricing info, with penalties up to $2 million per hospital for noncompliance. College Sports & Gambling: Texas Tech defended QB Brendan Sorsby after a court order restored his eligibility, while Texas AG Ken Paxton warned the Big 12 could face legal action if it sanctions the school; Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond also urged the Big 12 to suspend Sorsby. Indiana Elections: Indiana Secretary of State race coverage highlights GOP candidates making their case and Democrats’ Beau Bayh positioning for November; local school board filing updates show races heating up in Allen County and Owen County. Missing-Child Alerts: Indiana Rep. Rudy Yakym’s HAILEY Act would expand AMBER alerts for high-risk missing youth. Weather & Recovery: Tornadoes hit Indiana and nearby states, with confirmed Indiana tornadoes and injuries reported as cleanup and power restoration continue. Statehouse Faith Backlash: Bipartisan leaders and religious groups condemned Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith’s anti-Islam remarks at an Indiana Statehouse event. Public Safety: Indiana’s gun-violence and domestic-violence coverage underscores ongoing system failures and funding gaps.

Healthcare Cost Transparency: The Trump administration warned 500+ hospitals, including 34 Indiana facilities, that they must improve online pricing or face penalties up to $2 million per hospital per year, signaling tighter enforcement of federal price-disclosure rules. College Sports & Gambling: Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond urged the Big 12 to sanction Texas Tech over quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s gambling violations, pushing back on Texas AG Ken Paxton’s antitrust argument as the eligibility fight continues. Indiana Courts & Public Safety: A Marion County jury convicted Bradford Deem of kidnapping an 11-year-old autistic boy and taking him across state lines, highlighting risks tied to online contact with unknown adults. Statehouse & Religious Freedom: Rep. Cherrish Pryor joined an interfaith “Faith Over Fear” event at the Indiana Statehouse calling on Gov. Mike Braun to protect religious freedom after recent backlash over Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith’s Islam comments. Local Government & Infrastructure: Indianapolis City-County Council advanced a long-term plan to fund road repairs, with leaders pushing vehicle registration fee increases to address crumbling streets.

Healthcare Price Transparency: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals to post clearer pricing or face up to $2 million in annual penalties, pushing enforcement of 2019 price-disclosure rules. Indiana Healthcare Policy: Marion County lawmakers highlighted Indiana’s expanded healthcare cost comparison website, adding prescription resources, hospital cash prices, and nearly 2 billion claims records. Data Centers in Indiana: A planned data center near Irvington cleared a key Indianapolis step after a four-hour hearing, despite neighbor concerns about noise, air impacts, and heavy power and water use. Severe Weather: Tornadoes and damaging storms hit the Chicago area and parts of Indiana, knocking out power, disrupting flights, and causing at least one death in Iowa. Higher Ed & Culture Wars: An IU lecturer investigated over a “white supremacy” teaching graphic won’t be reappointed, according to Indiana Public Media. Local Government & Courts: Goshen swore in a new police chief, while an Indiana Court of Appeals “Appeals on Wheels” stop in Allen County drew public questions after arguments in a landlord-tenant dispute. Sports Integrity: The Brendan Sorsby gambling eligibility fight continues as Texas AG Ken Paxton warns the Big 12 about potential legal action over sanctions.

Indiana Healthcare Transparency: Indiana expanded its state healthcare cost database so Hoosiers can compare prices and quality more easily, adding prescription resources, hospital cash prices, and nearly 2 billion claims records. Higher Ed & Free Speech: IU lecturer Jessica Adams says she’ll appeal after the university sanctioned her under Indiana’s “intellectual diversity” law and declined to renew her contract following a student complaint about a “white supremacy” lesson. Statehouse/Local Government: DeKalb County council voted to raise the innkeeper’s tax from 5% to 8%, sending more tourism funding to the visitors bureau. Public Safety & Courts: Owen County is moving toward a long-awaited jail project after county council discussions on finances and bond timing. Community Grants: Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation awarded $137,500 to 11 Southern Indiana organizations in its first 2026 project grant round. Sports & Law (Indiana tie-in): Texas AG Ken Paxton warned the Big 12 that any sanctions over Texas Tech’s support of QB Brendan Sorsby—who previously played at Indiana—could trigger antitrust legal trouble. Workforce/Industry: ABC and Meta launched a $115M America’s Workforce Academy to train data-center construction workers, with Indiana among the initial states.

Immigration Enforcement: Indiana AG Todd Rokita says his office will use federally compiled lists to target employers using unauthorized workers, with business sanctions starting July 1. Driver Licensing: Indiana’s BMV will let teens get driver licenses on their 16th birthday starting July 1 under HEA 1200, with the same testing and supervised-driving requirements. Public Safety—Courts: A Pike County jury convicted Lloyd Coleman, a serious violent felon, of unlawful firearm possession; the case included a two-phase verdict process. Child Care Enforcement: A judge set a June 18 hearing in Indiana’s lawsuit seeking to shut down an alleged unlicensed Goshen daycare after inspectors found 86 children, including 66 in a basement without a fire escape. Public Safety—Drug Crackdown: Indiana State Police and Gov. Mike Braun highlighted 84 arrests and more than 48 pounds of methamphetamine seized in Southern Indiana enforcement efforts. State Policy—Agriculture: A new Indiana law aims to cut red tape for small farms by limiting state/local health department rules on certain homestead vendors. Local Governance: Mercer County residents celebrated voters with 100 straight election wins over 50 years.

Indiana Criminal Justice: Angola deputies served a second warrant after an initial arrest tied to alleged nonconsensual intimate image distribution and alleged marijuana/paraphernalia found during a search. Indiana Law Enforcement Accountability: Reports say Jennings County Sheriff William Freeman faced a second warrant tied to theft allegations plus obstruction, official misconduct and perjury, after a GPS-tracked stolen campaign sign probe. Healthcare Cost Transparency: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals nationwide to post prices or face up to $2M fines; Indiana is cited among the highest with dozens of notices. COVID-19 Testing Fallout: Indiana Attorney General Brenna Bird announced a multistate settlement with GS Labs, including restitution for overcharged and delayed test results. College Sports & Gambling: Texas judge’s injunction letting Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby play after a sports-betting case sparked renewed national backlash and NCAA pressure. Indiana Economy/Workforce: Meta’s $115M “America’s Workforce Academy” pilot includes Indianapolis, aiming to train for skilled trades. State Government/Immigration: Indiana rejected and canceled voter registrations for more than half of flagged immigrant Hoosiers under its proof-of-citizenship law.

College Sports Legal Shock: A Texas judge granted Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction to play in 2026 despite an NCAA gambling ban, setting off fresh backlash from the NCAA and Big 12 leaders who warn of broader fallout for college athletics. Healthcare Costs & Transparency: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals nationwide—including multiple in the Philadelphia area—that they must post clearer pricing or face steep penalties, as affordability pressure ramps up. Indiana Health Access: Indiana hospitals are seeing a double-digit rise in emergency visits since 2025, tied to more Hoosiers going uninsured or shifting to high-deductible plans. Public Safety: A safety advocate questioned whether Indianapolis is doing enough under its Vision Zero plan after multiple pedestrian deaths, including a fatal crash at East Washington and Church Road. Indiana Politics & Elections: Indiana Democrats selected Beau Bayh as secretary of state nominee, while Indiana’s Senate recount process in a razor-thin GOP race remains in motion. Local Government: Elkhart Community Schools faces major budget cuts and projected deficits, with consultants warning spending reductions may be needed before the new school year. Human Story: An Indiana woman missing from Mexico was found dead, while her seven children were reported safe.

College Sports & Courts: A Texas judge granted Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction, letting him play this fall despite NCAA ineligibility tied to gambling, and the NCAA says it will appeal. Indiana Elections: The Indiana Recount Commission set a schedule for recounting a razor-thin Senate District 23 GOP primary win, with lawyers seeking unprecedented voter subpoenas after the recount. Homelessness Policy: Monroe County dropped its 30-day notice for removing homeless encampments after a new state law made the local policy “irrelevant,” with enforcement starting July 1. Utility Regulation: Indiana’s new heat-day utility shutoff protections apply only to customers approved for the federally funded LIHEAP program. Immigration Enforcement: A Trump administration plan to pull CBP from “sanctuary” jurisdictions gained GOP momentum, despite warnings of economic fallout. Public Safety/Local Government: DeKalb County commissioners opened bids for a bridge deck rehabilitation and advanced highway-related ordinances and paving updates. Veterans Health IT: The VA expanded its electronic health record rollout to four more facilities in Ohio and Kentucky. Missing Person Update: An Indiana woman reported missing in Mexico with seven children was found dead, while the children were located safe.

Indiana Driver’s License Change: Gov. Mike Braun signed House Enrolled Act 1200, letting Hoosiers get a driver’s license on their 16th birthday starting July 1, 2026 (down from 16 years and 90 days), with the same requirements: 180-day learner permit, driver’s ed, supervised driving log, vision test, and a driving test. College Sports & Courts: A Texas judge granted Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction to play in 2026 after the NCAA deemed him ineligible for gambling, sending shock waves through college athletics; the NCAA says it will appeal. Education Policy: A new national review finds teacher prep programs have improved on “science of reading” methods, but many still teach outdated practices and too few adequately train teachers for struggling readers and English learners. Antitrust Watch: Indiana AG Ford filed a brief in the Meta antitrust case, backing the FTC’s push against Meta’s alleged monopolization. Public Opinion: An AP-NORC poll finds fewer Americans view the U.S. as exceptional and fewer say democracy is central to U.S. identity. Hoosier Lottery: June 8 Cash 5: 05-06-13-37-41; Daily 3 Midday: 5-2-7 (SB 1), Evening: 2-0-7 (SB 1).

Courts & Civil Liberties: A divided federal appeals court upheld Indiana’s limits on who can witness state executions, rejecting media groups’ First Amendment challenge and keeping most reporters out unless invited by the condemned person. College Sports & Gambling: Former Indiana QB Brendan Sorsby won a temporary injunction against the NCAA, preserving his eligibility for Texas Tech’s 2026 season despite a gambling ineligibility finding tied to thousands of bets, including wagers involving his own teams. State Government & Policy: A Thomas More Society filing argues there’s no “religious right” to abortion as an Indiana Supreme Court case weighs whether religious-liberty claims can override the state’s abortion ban. Local Government: Jennings County Sheriff Kenny Freeman turned himself in after an indictment over an alleged campaign sign theft dispute, with charges including official misconduct, obstruction of justice and perjury. Economic/Everyday Costs: GasBuddy reported multiple Indiana-area price lows for the week ending May 30, including Knox County midgrade at $4.34 and Clay County diesel at $4.99, as refinery outages and Middle East tensions continue to roil fuel markets. Community & Development: A Jefferson County town hall on a proposed data center at the Jefferson Proving Ground drew residents and opponents after a zoning board denied an appeal of the project’s approval.

Democrats Line Up Statewide Ticket: Indiana Democrats announced Porter County Clerk Jessica Bailey for state comptroller and public health professional Coumba Kebe for state treasurer, with Bailey pitching “transparent, accountable” oversight and Kebe emphasizing Medicaid-focused, plain-language communication. Statehouse Watch: Gov. Mike Braun signed a law letting Indiana teens get driver’s licenses on their 16th birthdays (effective July 1), cutting the prior 16-and-90-days requirement while keeping testing and supervised-driving rules. Local Government / Economic Development: Fort Wayne’s Butler can’t secure a former industrial site deal, putting $2.37M in READI demolition funding at risk and raising questions about the owner’s late price demand. Public Safety / Courts: Trump issued a full pardon to former Indiana Rep. Stephen Buyer, clearing an insider-trading conviction tied to the T-Mobile/Sprint merger. Education & Youth: Huntington eighth grader Ananiel Thamsanqa earned a spot in the NBA Math Hoops Global Championship in New York, representing Indiana’s NBA/WNBA teams. Community Notes: Lake City Skiers returned to the Indiana spotlight with “America’s 250th Celebration on Water” in Warsaw.

Indiana Politics: Beau Bayh won the Indiana Democratic secretary of state nomination, beating Blythe Potter at the state convention—setting up a statewide race with Bayh pitching “change” and a renewed focus on checks and balances. State Government & Policy: A national redistricting fight is poised to spread further into statehouses and even local races, with lawmakers in multiple states preparing new maps that could reshape everything from taxes to housing rules. Courts: In the Thomas Moss judge-shooting case, attorneys argued over venue, judge recusal, and prosecutors’ conflicts during a Friday pretrial conference, with rulings expected at a July 9 conference. Local Governance: Munster’s plan commission will consider whether a proposed data center project at the former Lansing Country Club site can add data centers as a special exception use. Public Safety/Justice: The U.S. Army is reportedly preparing for the first military executions in more than 50 years, with a plan tied to a Terre Haute facility awaiting a presidential order.