INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosier business leaders were prepared to offer testimony to the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday, Jan. 27, on Senate Bill 66. The bill, which was not called for a vote, includes language similar to the Religious Freedom Restoration Act that was initially signed into law in March, 2015. The bill could have created opportunity for …read more.

Dear Editor, My representative stood his ground and chose to represent his constituents when most legislators folded like a cheap suit and bowed to chamber bullies, big business threats, CEO appeals, media distortions, LGBT community activists and legislative thugs…crying out for their support and votes. Thank you Curt Nisly. A man of principle and conviction. …read more.

Dear Editor, On Thursday, April 2, I cast a vote in the Indiana House defending the Religious Freedom Restoration Act against changes designed to weaken it. I was pleased to support the RFRA as a co-sponsor when it came through the House two weeks ago. Simply stated, the RFRA instructs courts they must consider a …read more.

By Mike Pence Governor of Indiana “The freedom of religion for every Hoosier is enshrined in the Constitution of the United States and in the Indiana Constitution, which reads, ‘No law shall, in any case whatever, control the free exercise and enjoyment of religious opinions, or interfere with the rights of conscience.’ For generations, these …read more.

Indiana Republican lawmakers say they have agreed on language to specify that the Religious Freedom Restoration Act does not allow for discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Senate President Pro Tem David Long (R-16) says the issue has presented the “toughest legislative challenge” he has faced. Pacers Sports and Entertainment Vice Chairman Jim …read more.

Dear Editor, Some facts about the Religious Freedom Restoration Act: The original RFRA came at the federal level in 1993 and passed unanimously in the House and Senate. Some of the sponsors? Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer, and Ted Kennedy! Signed into law by Bill Clinton. The bill does not allow discrimination. Never has. Sixteen law …read more.

Governor Mike Pence will hold a press conference today at 11 a.m. to discuss and clarify Indiana’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act. The event will be livestreamed at www.webinar.IN.gov. Details below.

Dear Editor, I want to thank Governor Pence and my congressmen, Ryan Mishler and Curt Nisly, for voting to protect all Hoosiers from governmental overreach through Indiana’s Religous Freedom Restoration Act law. The willful ignorance of so many across the country has been unbelievable. This law has nothing to do with discrimination and everything to …read more.

Gov. Mike Pence signed the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, and some people aren’t too happy about it. (see Pence Signs SEA 101 In Private Ceremony) The bill stirred up some controversy as it made it’s way through Indiana’s legislature due to speculation that the bill would legalize discrimination, especially against the LGBT community. “I signed …read more.

[weaver_youtube 6XJLHTv0fqk rel=0]   State Senator Ryan Mishler and Representative Curt Nisly addressed current session actions and bills still in session at this morning’s Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Third House Session. The recent signing of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act was briefly noted by both legislators and pointed questions by David Kolbe and Brian Smith. …read more.

Pictured from left: Monica Boyer, Gov. Mike Pence, Dr. Bill Katip, Grace College, and Dr. Gregg Chenoweth, Bethel College. (Photo Provided) By TERRY WHITE Grace College Rivals on the basketball court but partners when fighting for a common cause, the presidents of Grace College, Winona Lake and Bethel College in Mishawaka were among those attending …read more.

Gov. Mike Pence today issued the following statement after signing the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (SEA 101) in a private ceremony. “Today I signed the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, because I support the freedom of religion for every Hoosier of every faith. “The Constitution of the United States and the Indiana Constitution both provide strong …read more.

Grace College and Seminary President Dr. Bill Katip testified on Monday, March 16, in favor of the Proposed Indiana Religious Freedom Restoration Act, also known as Senate Bill 101. The bill, which passed with a 9-4 vote by the Indiana House Judiciary Committee, will now progress to the full House for consideration. Supporters of the hotly debated …read more.