The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program is a federal initiative that allocates funding to states to expand high-speed internet access, particularly in underserved and rural areas.
Byrne-JAG Grants
The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program provides funding to support law enforcement, crime prevention, and community-based programs, including school safety initiatives.
Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP)
A USDA program that provides financial incentives to farmers and ranchers who adopt conservation practices to improve soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitats on working lands.
Hoosier Warrior Pilot
A state initiative aimed at expanding PTSD treatment subsidies and improving access to veteran services through the Military Family Relief Fund.
Indiana Secured School Safety Grant
A state-funded program providing matching grants for school security improvements, including cameras, access control, school resource officers (SROs), and threat assessments.
Innovation Voucher
A proposed district-wide program that would provide small businesses and startups with access to university labs, technical expertise, and research facilities to foster innovation and growth.
Last-Mile Bond Pool
A proposed public-private partnership that leverages municipal borrowing to fund the final stretch of broadband infrastructure, ensuring universal internet coverage in rural areas.
Military Family Relief Fund
A state-managed fund that provides financial assistance to military families facing hardship, including support for housing, medical expenses, and emergency needs.
Mobile Telehealth Vans
Vehicles equipped with telemedicine technology and staffed by licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and community health workers to provide primary care, mental health services, and addiction recovery support in underserved areas.
Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane
One of the largest naval installations in the world, specializing in advanced defense technologies, electronics, and weapons systems. It is a major employer in Indiana's 9th District.
Next Level Connections Broadband Grant
A state program committing over $350 million to expand broadband access, prioritizing high-speed internet for unserved areas through matching grants.
Next Level Recovery
Indiana’s statewide initiative to combat opioid addiction through prevention, treatment, and recovery programs, including naloxone distribution and prescription monitoring.
Riparian Buffers
Vegetated areas along streams and rivers that help filter pollutants, prevent erosion, and improve water quality. These are often funded through conservation grants and partnerships.
Rural Business Growth Program
A proposed initiative to attract private investment in small towns by offering tax incentives and grants to support local businesses and entrepreneurs.
SB 4 (Indiana Fiscal Review)
A state bill mandating regular review of unspent state funds, returning them to the General Fund, and streamlining fee cuts to unlock additional savings.
SB 5 (Government Transparency)
A state bill banning no-bid contracts outside legal counsel, requiring public RFP postings, and strengthening quarterly reporting on agency contracts and federal grants.
STEM Pipeline
A workforce development strategy that connects students and workers with education and training in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields to fill high-demand jobs, particularly in defense and tech industries.
Tele-Forensic Units
Remote forensic analysis capabilities that allow rural law enforcement agencies to process digital evidence without the need for long travel times to centralized labs.
VetTech Expos
Proposed quarterly events that connect veteran-founded startups with procurement officers and contractors, fostering innovation and job creation in defense-related industries.