Jim Banks

Jim Banks R

U.S. Senator
U.S. Senator Seat B (IN)
Term: — – Jan. 3, 2030
Phone: (202) 224-5623 Email: [email protected] Facebook
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Jun 05, 2026 · source · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) delivered remarks on the Senate floor about the senseless murder of 23-year-old Brett Scrogham and the urgent need for Indianapolis to end soft on crime policies that have enabled violent crime. Click the image above or view the full speech here. See remarks below: “Madam President, 23-year-old Brett Scrogham of Greenwood, Indiana …
Jun 06, 2026 · source · details / share
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Title: Sen. Jim Banks points to IU grad shooting as 'crisis' for Indianapolis URL Source: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/crime/2026/06/02/downtown-indianapolis-shooting-crime-2026-prompts-jim-banks-speaks-about-iu-brett-scrogham-death/90353631007/ Published Time: 2026-06-02T20:01:45Z Warning: This page maybe not yet fully loaded, consider explicitly specify a timeout. Markdown Content: June 2, 2026 Updated June 3, 2026, 10:22 a.m. ET U.S Sen. Jim Banks called recent violence in downtown Indianapolis indicative of "a crisis" after last …
Jun 08, 2026 · source · details / share
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INDIANA – On Monday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) delivered remarks on the Senate floor about the senseless murder of 23-year-old Brett Scrogham and the urgent need for Indianapolis to end soft-on-crime policies that have enabled violent crime. See remarks below: “Madam President, 23-year-old Brett Scrogham of Greenwood, Indiana had a bright future ahead of him. After graduating as a top …
Jun 02, 2026 · source · details / share
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Prosecutor Mears refuses to prosecute violent criminals, allowing repeat offenders to roam free. Mayor Hogsett's administration is criticized for mishandling the city's crime problems. Civic leaders and political parties have failed to effectively address the city's public safety crisis. Source: (Photo by Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images) Senator Jim Banks: Ryan Mears Is A Prosecutor Gone Rogue Senator …
Jun 02, 2026 · source · details / share
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Source: (Photo By Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call) WASHINGTION — U.S. Sen. Jim Banks took to the Senate floor Monday, tying violent crime in Indianapolis to local prosecution policies and pointing to the killing of Brett Scrogham as an example. “Right now happening in Indianapolis is a crisis,” Banks said. “Soft-on-crime policies are ruining this great city.” “How much longer will …
Jun 02, 2026 · source · details / share
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Prosecutor Mears refuses to prosecute violent criminals, allowing repeat offenders to roam free. Mayor Hogsett's administration is criticized for mishandling the city's crime problems. Civic leaders and political parties have failed to effectively address the city's public safety crisis. Source: (Photo by Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images) Senator Jim Banks: Ryan Mears Is A Prosecutor Gone Rogue Senator …
Jun 02, 2026 · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) filed a brief in the Indiana Supreme Court supporting Indiana’s pro-life law. The brief was submitted in Individual Members of the Medical Licensing Board of Indiana v. Anonymous, which involves a challenge to Indiana’s pro-life law brought under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. Senator Jim Banks Senator Banks argues in his brief that: …
Jun 01, 2026 · source · details / share
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This story wasoriginally publishedby the Indiana Capital Chronicle. By Mackenzi Klemann and Casey SmithIndiana Capital ChronicleJune 1, 2026 As Indiana Democrats prepare to gather for the party’s convention Saturday, delegates will decide whether a familiar political name or a progressive challenger is best positioned to flip one of Indiana’s most contested statewide offices. The two-candidate race pits Beau Bayh — …
Jun 01, 2026 · source · details / share
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By Sydney ByerlyThe Indiana CitizenJune 1, 2026 Top Indiana Republicans would not say Monday whether they agreed with Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith’s claim that Hoosiers should have “permission to hate again” and his description of Islam as a “demonic death cult.” The Indiana Citizen contacted Gov. Mike Braun, state legislative leaders and members of the state’s congressional delegation on Monday, …
Jun 01, 2026 · source · details / share
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Title: Place your bets! Indiana electoral races garner thousands in wagers on online prediction market URL Source: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/05/27/indiana-electoral-races-garner-thousands-in-bets-on-online-prediction-market/ Published Time: 2026-05-27T09:00:26+00:00 Markdown Content: Bettors are collectively wagering tens of thousands of dollars online on the outcomes of Indiana electoral races — including the now-four-way contest for the Republican secretary of state nomination. That race on prediction market Kalshi has garnered …
May 27, 2026 · source · details / share
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Source: Indiana Capital Chronicle INDIANAPOLIS — Bettors are collectively wagering tens of thousands of dollars online on the outcomes of Indiana electoral races — including the now-four-way contest for the Republican secretary of state nomination. That race on prediction market Kalshi has garnered nearly $80,000 in trade volume. Max Engling, a staffer for U.S. Sen. Jim Banks who entered the …
May 27, 2026 · source · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and seven Senate colleagues sent a letter calling on Ambassador Jamieson Greer, U.S. Trade Representative, to prioritize stronger protections against China’s efforts to undermine U.S. automakers as discussions surrounding the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) continue. Senator Jim Banks The letter was signed by Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Ted …
May 26, 2026 · source · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the DoD and USDA Research Act . This bill wouldcodify and expand the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department of War (DoW) and Department of Agriculture (USDA) to strengthen coordination on research to protect America’s agriculture supply chain from domestic and foreign threats. Representative Mark Messmer (IN-08) introduced the bill …
Jun 06, 2026 · source · details / share
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It happens when the German commander orders Claude Rains’ Vichy French police captain to close the nightclub run by Humphrey Bogart’s character. When Rains is challenged on the pretext for shutting the place down, he proclaims loudly and emphatically that he is shocked, shocked, SHOCKED to discover that there’s been gambling going on at the club—right before he pockets his …
May 22, 2026 · source · details / share
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(Photo supplied/Diego Morales) Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales says he is not ending his reelection campaign despite losing support of two big Republican allies. Attorney General Todd Rokita and U.S. Senator Jim Banks both pulled their support of Morales on Thursday, saying they don’t think he is the Republican Party’s strongest candidate. Morales says the decision of who will …
May 22, 2026 · source · details / share
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INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (WOWO) Republican Indiana Secretary of State candidate Max Engling said Thursday that his entry into the race is focused on securing support from Republican convention delegates and strengthening election administration priorities, during an interview on Fort Wayne’s Morning News with Kayla Blakeslee , broadcast from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during Carb Day 2026. Engling’s appearance came amid recent …
May 22, 2026 · source · details / share
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INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (WOWO) Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith said Thursday that Indiana Republicans should focus on delegate-driven decision-making ahead of the state party convention, while addressing recent political shifts in the Indiana secretary of state race, during an interview on Fort Wayne’s Morning News with Kayla Blakeslee , broadcast live from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during Carb Day 2026. Beckwith’s appearance …
May 22, 2026 · source · details / share
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Diego Morales. Courtesy of Diego Morales The Lead Off Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales remains in the GOP race despite losing key endorsements. U.S. Sen. Jim Banks and Attorney General Todd Rokita now support Max Engling. Morales says Republican convention delegates, not party leaders, should choose the nominee. INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (WOWO) — The Indiana Capital Chronicle reports that Indiana …
May 22, 2026 · source · details / share
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Indiana News A former Republican candidate for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives has announced he’s running for Secretary of State. Max Engling lives in Hamilton County and is a senior advisor to Indiana Republican Senator Jim Banks. “Max Engling is a key member of my team and will make a great Secretary of State,” Banks said in …
May 22, 2026 · source · details / share
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Title: IndyStar URL Source: https://www.facebook.com/indianapolisstar/posts/after-a-last-minute-entry-into-indianas-secretary-of-state-race-sen-jim-banks-an/1425811736259090/ Markdown Content: Log In Log In Forgot Account? ## IndyStar's Post * * * [](https://www.facebook.com/stories/100896918750585/UzpfSVNDOjE2MjYwNTQ5MzU4NDU0OTg=/?view_single=false&__cft__[0]=AZiVlEqOzIdD8RoghX1q-p0p_02LkAYE-Lxivojm-z69G5JgpSYpPwHREsNzRflvAm5nARuoPXqlXLyL7dmRMMt5YiSXFLkiSPWsqKM3k9aKhWJYdA4q5p66S1EE0fM6RpOyIA7qlakyxeY-83JsjqIKG6wl8Xua&__tn__=%3C%3C%2CP-R) ### **IndyStar** May 21 · After a last-minute entry into Indiana's secretary of state race, Sen. Jim Banks and Attorney General Todd Rokita are no longer backing Morales. Read the story: bit.ly/4tO8zPo [](https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1425811692925761&set=a.599250272248578&__cft__[0]=AZiVlEqOzIdD8RoghX1q-p0p_02LkAYE-Lxivojm-z69G5JgpSYpPwHREsNzRflvAm5nARuoPXqlXLyL7dmRMMt5YiSXFLkiSPWsqKM3k9aKhWJYdA4q5p66S1EE0fM6RpOyIA7qlakyxeY-83JsjqIKG6wl8Xua&__tn__=EH-R) All reactions: 406 154 comments 38 shares …
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Sen. Jim Banks (R-IN), at right, stands with U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins at the U.S. Department of Agriculture headquarters in Washington, D.C. in June 2025. Photo courtesy of the Office of Senator Jim Banks. Framing agriculture as a frontline issue of national security, Sen. Jim Banks (R-IN) has introduced legislation that would formalize and expand coordination between the Department …
May 21, 2026 · source · details / share
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(Indiana) **BELOW IS THE FULL STATEMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL TODD ROKITA AND SENATOR JIM BANKS REGARDING SECRETARY OF STATE DIEGO MORALES. NO ALTERATIONS OR EDITING HAVE BEEN DONE. Banks, Rokita Statements on Indiana Secretary of State Race Fort Wayne, Indiana – With Max Engling officially qualifying to serve as Indiana’s next Secretary of State, U.S. Senator Jim Banks and Attorney …
May 21, 2026 · source · details / share
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Sen. Jim Banks (R-IN), at right, stands with U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins at the U.S. Department of Agriculture headquarters in Washington, D.C. in June 2025. Photo courtesy of the Office of Senator Jim Banks. Framing agriculture as a frontline issue of national security, Sen. Jim Banks (R-IN) has introduced legislation that would formalize and expand coordination between the Department …
May 21, 2026 · source · details / share
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Source: Max Engling INDIANAPOLIS — A former Republican candidate for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives announced Wednesday he’s running for Secretary of State. Max Engling lives in Hamilton County and is a senior advisor to Indiana Republican Senator Jim Banks. “Max Engling is a key member of my team and will make a great Secretary of State,” …
May 21, 2026 · source · details / share
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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is staying in the race and leaving his future up to the delegates at next month’s Indiana Republican State Convention. Morales, who on Thursday lost the endorsements of prominent Indiana Republicans, including U.S. Sen. Jim Banks and Attorney General Todd Rokita, said in a statement that he looks forward to the …
May 21, 2026 · source · details / share
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Home State & National News GOP secretary of state race scrambled as U.S. Sen. Banks’ staffer enters Google+ By TOM DAVIES Indiana Capital Chronicle A staffer to U.S. Sen. Jim Banks joined the Republican Indiana secretary of state race Wednesday, possibly complicating incumbent Diego Morales’ reelection bid. Max Engling filed paperwork with the Indiana Republican Party as the fourth candidate …
May 21, 2026 · source · details / share
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INDIANAPOLIS (WRTV) — Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is staying in the race and leaving his future up to the delegates at next month’s Indiana Republican State Convention. Morales, who on Thursday lost the endorsements of prominent Indiana Republicans, including U.S. Sen. Jim Banks and Attorney General Todd Rokita, said in a statement that he looks forward to the …
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By Marilyn OdendahlThe Indiana CitizenMay 21, 2026 The intraparty fight among Indiana Republicans is still raging with recount petitions being filed in two GOP primaries for the state Senate where the incumbents – one who invoked President Donald Trump’s ire and one who received Trump’s endorsement – won by whisker-thin margins. Sen. Spencer Deery, R-Lafayette, held onto his Senate District …
May 21, 2026 · source · details / share
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This story wasoriginally publishedby the Indiana Capital Chronicle. By Tom DaviesIndiana Capital ChronicleMay 20, 2026 A staffer to U.S. Sen. Jim Banks joined the Republican Indiana secretary of state race Wednesday, possibly complicating incumbent Diego Morales’ reelection bid. Max Engling filed paperwork with the Indiana Republican Party as the fourth candidate for the nomination that will be decided June 20 …
May 21, 2026 · source · details / share
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Title: GOP secretary of state race scrambled as US Sen. Banks’ staffer enters URL Source: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/05/20/gop-secretary-of-state-race-scrambled-as-us-sen-banks-staffer-enters/ Published Time: 2026-05-20T20:25:01+00:00 Markdown Content: A staffer to U.S. Sen. Jim Banks joined the Republican Indiana secretary of state race Wednesday, possibly complicating incumbent Diego Morales’ reelection bid. Max Engling filed paperwork with the Indiana Republican Party as the fourth candidate for the nomination …
May 20, 2026 · source · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche calling for the enforcement of federal obscenity laws and increased protections for children online. Senator Jim Banks See the full letter here or read below: Dear Acting Attorney General Blanche, I write to you today out of concern for the well-being of children …
May 19, 2026 · source · details / share
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By Marilyn OdendahlThe Indiana CitizenMay 19, 2026 The ACLU of Indiana has filed a motion for a preliminary injunction to prevent an investigator for Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita’s office from taking “any adverse action” against a Monroe County man who posted “86” on the social-media pages of several state elected officials. On May 7, the American Civil Liberties Union, …
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CRANE, Ind. (WOWO) — Naval Weapons Station Crane is getting the largest expansion in its history. The Navy has announced a new one-star leadership position at the base to integrate advanced weapons programs for both Navy ships and submarines. That includes hypersonic missile systems. “This is the most significant expansion of NWS Crane since its creation. It will bring game …
May 18, 2026 · source · details / share
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Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind. (IIB Photo/Clint Erbacher) By Alex Brown, Inside INdiana Business CRANE, Ind. – Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., on Monday applauded a decision by U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao to assign a one-star Reserve Flag Officer to Naval Weapons Station Crane in southern Indiana. The officer will be assigned …
Jun 06, 2026 · source · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement applauding Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao’s decision to assign a one-star Reserve Flag Officer to Naval Weapons Station (NWS) Crane no later than October 1, 2026. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “This is the most …
Jun 06, 2026 · source · details / share
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INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis could be getting a new veterans hospital. The first step toward that goal has already happened. The bill still has to go before the Senate and eventually get the signature of the president. The bipartisan measure, approved by all nine of Indiana’s U.S. representatives, includes nearly $2 billion to replace and modernize the current VA hospital and …
May 23, 2026 · source · details / share
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Source: (Photo by Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images) CRANE, Ind.—Naval Weapons Station Crane is getting the largest expansion in its history. The Navy has announced a new one-star leadership position at the base to integrate advanced weapons programs for both Navy ships and submarines. That includes hypersonic missile systems. “This is the most significant expansion of NWS Crane …
May 18, 2026 · source · details / share
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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Sen. Jim Banks on Monday called the decision to put a one-star officer in command of Naval Warfare Center Crane a significant expansion. Banks’ office said Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has decided to put a one-star reserve officer in command of the facility in southwestern Indiana no later than Oct. 1. This would mean Crane would …
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Source: (Logo provided by the Indiana National Guard.) INDIANAPOLIS — 250 Hoosiers joined the military Sunday morning during the enlistment ceremony at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS). Indiana National Guard Major General Larry Muennich delivered the Oath of Enlistment to the 250 recruits at Pagoda Plaza. The event included several speakers, including IMS and IndyCar President Doug Boles, Senator Jim …
May 17, 2026 · source · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to senior Trump Administration officials urging a focused and strategic approach to potential national security risks posed by advanced artificial intelligence systems and intensifying AI competition with China. Senator Jim Banks See the full letter here or read below: Dear Secretary Bessent, Director Cairncross, Director Kratsios, Secretary Lutnick, and …
May 14, 2026 · source · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Larry Kudlow on Kudlow to discuss President Trump’s trip to Beijing. Click the video above to listen to the full discussion. Key Excerpts Below: Sen. Banks: “…China has so much to lose in this regard and so many reasons to come to the table and try to bring the Iranians to …
Jun 06, 2026 · source · details / share
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We have received text from S. 4409: Streamlining Timely Apprenticeship Registration and Transparency Act. This bill was received on 2026-04-28, and currently has 1 cosponsor. Here is a short summary of the bill: The bill titled the Streamlining Timely Apprenticeship Registration and Transparency Act , also known as the START Act, aims to enhance and clarify the registration process for …
May 24, 2026 · source · details / share
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. — A week marked by events spanning Indiana and international diplomacy was the focus of a Wednesday morning interview on Fort Wayne’s Morning News with Kayla Blakeslee , where U.S. Sen. Jim Banks discussed a White House celebration for Indiana University’s national championship football team and a forthcoming high-level U.S.–China summit involving President Donald Trump. Speaking during …
May 17, 2026 · details / share
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https://dehayf5mhw1h7.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2103/2026/05/13150724/cj-wrap-hat-full-sen-banks-on-trump-visit-to-china-051326.mp3 Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) speaks with Hoosier Ag Today at his office in the Hart Building in Washington, D.C. Photo: C.J. Miller / Hoosier Ag Today. President Trump arrived in Beijing this week for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping , a meeting that carries significant implications for global trade — and for American farmers still recovering …
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. — A week marked by events spanning Indiana and international diplomacy was the focus of a Wednesday morning interview on Fort Wayne’s Morning News with Kayla Blakeslee , where U.S. Sen. Jim Banks discussed a White House celebration for Indiana University’s national championship football team and a forthcoming high-level U.S.–China summit involving President Donald Trump. Speaking during …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined the Indiana University football team at the White House to celebrate the Hoosiers’ historic national championship season. IU secured the title on January 19, 2026, with a 27–21 victory over the University of Miami, capping off a perfect 16–0 season. With the win, Indiana University became the first program in …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined the Indiana University football team at the White House to celebrate the Hoosiers’ historic national championship season. IU secured the title on January 19, 2026, with a 27–21 victory over the University of Miami, capping off a perfect 16–0 season. With the win, Indiana University became the first program in the …
Jun 06, 2026 · source · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., May 11 joined the Indiana University football team at the White House to celebrate the Hoosiers’ historic College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship. IU secured the title on Jan. 19, with a 27–21 victory over the University of Miami, capping off a perfect 16–0 season. With the win, Indiana University became the first …
May 18, 2026 · source · details / share
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Title: 2.1K views · 25 reactions | Newsweek Senior Editor-at-Large Josh Hammer says US President Donald Trump teamed up with Indiana Senator Jim Banks to “seek revenge on the RINOs” in Indiana. | News24 URL Source: https://www.facebook.com/SkyNewsAustralia/videos/seeking-revenge-on-the-rinos-trumps-team-up-with-jim-banks-over-indiana-redistri/870713389384452/ Markdown Content: Log In Log In Forgot Account? # Video Home Live Reels Explore More Home Live Reels Explore Video 2 0:00 / …
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Title: 2.1K views · 25 reactions | Newsweek Senior Editor-at-Large Josh Hammer says US President Donald Trump teamed up with Indiana Senator Jim Banks to “seek revenge on the RINOs” in Indiana. | News24 URL Source: https://www.facebook.com/SkyNewsAustralia/posts/newsweek-senior-editor-at-large-josh-hammer-says-us-president-donald-trump-teame/1425110019646592/ Markdown Content: Log In Log In Forgot Account? # Video Home Live Reels Explore More Home Live Reels Explore Video 2 0:00 / …
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Since then, he’s added another vote to his total, pushing him up to a tentative—oh so tentative—four-ballot lead. I know there’s a legal theory that argues that a candidate in a tightly contested election—particularly one with a lead, however temporary that lead might be—should declare victory. The thinking is that doing so creates an implied presumption and forces the other …
May 08, 2026 · source · details / share
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May 07, 2026 · source · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to the Department of Commerce encouraging the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) to strengthen export control enforcement by adopting modern commercial technology, data, and open-source intelligence tools. Senator Jim Banks See the full letter here or read below: Dear Under Secretary Kessler: I am writing to ask about …
May 06, 2026 · source · details / share
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(Photo supplied/Liz Brown for U.S. Congress) FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) — Incumbent Liz Brown is claiming victory in the Republican primary for Indiana Senate District 15 after unofficial results showed her narrowly defeating challenger Darren Vogt. According to final unofficial totals released Wednesday, Brown received 5,241 votes, or 50.07%, compared to Vogt’s 5,226 votes, or 49.93%. The razor-thin margin of …
May 06, 2026 · source · details / share
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Home Podcasts Senator Jim Banks Recaps Primary Election Night previous post Allen County Republican Party Chairman, Steve Shine, Provides Primary Election Update next post WOWO EXCLUSIVE: Senator Jim Banks Blasts Delayed Allen County Election Results Josh Williams Related posts Why are the Democrats suddenly switching from quid pro quo to bribery? Jay Prince November 20, 2019 Bill O’Reilly on Talk …
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(WOWO News) FORT WAYNE, Ind. — A series of closely watched Republican primary contests across Indiana has produced multiple incumbent defeats, while a razor-thin race in Allen County remains unresolved as vote tabulation continues. Speaking on Fort Wayne’s Morning News , U.S. Senator Jim Banks described the results as part of a broader statewide pattern in which several long-serving Republican …
May 06, 2026 · source · details / share
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(Photo supplied/Inside Indiana Business) Several Indiana state senators who voted against early redistricting lost their Republican primaries Tuesday, many by wide margins. In northwest Indiana, Sen. Dan Dernulc, who represents parts of Lake and LaPorte counties, lost to Trevor De Vries. “Everyone in Indiana politics should have learned an important lesson today: Donald Trump is the single most popular Republican …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to President Nasry Asfura congratulating the newly inaugurated President and urged the President to strengthen diplomatic relations with Taiwan. Senator Jim Banks See the full letter here or read below: Dear President Asfura: I write to offer my congratulations on your November election and your recent inauguration. The people …
May 05, 2026 · source · details / share
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the AI OVERWATCH Act . This bill ensures that the chips powering the next generation of AI fuel American innovation and American national security, not the military and surveillance apparatus of the Chinese Communist Party. The legislation is cosponsored by Senators Warren (D-MA), Cotton (R-AR), Cortez Masto (D-NV), Ricketts (R-NE), …
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Most Recent Post President Donald Trump’s plot to push out Republican Indiana state senators who killed his redistricting scheme may demonstrate just how much power the president has lost. Last week, Turning Point USA held a get-out-the-vote event for Brenda Wilson, a Trump-backed candidate challenging state Senator Greg Goode in the upcoming primary election on May 5. A team from …
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Title: US Sen. Banks takes an unusually active role in attacking anti-redistricting lawmakers URL Source: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/05/01/us-sen-banks-behind-many-of-the-attack-ads-against-anti-redistricting-lawmakers/ Published Time: 2026-05-01T10:00:34+00:00 Markdown Content: U.S. Sen. Jim Banks has his fingerprints all over the campaign to oust several Indiana state senators in the Republican primary, although voters might have a hard time knowing it. Two political groups affiliated with Banks have poured several …
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Home » US Sen. Jim Banks taking unusually active role in attacking anti-redistricting lawmakers Comments Share this Article {{ copy_link }} Add Us on Google Related Stories Republican redistricting opponent faces Trump-backed challenger in Senate primary May 1, 2026 Democrat arrested while canvassing won’t drop out of Indiana Senate District 31 primary April 30, 2026 Trump signs bill funding the …
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By Ronak MohantyExponent Staff ReporterApril 30, 2026 The race for the GOP nomination for state Senate District 23 has turned into a nationalized Republican slugfest between the incumbent Spencer Deery, and Paula Copenhaver, who has been endorsed by President Donald Trump. Attack ads from both candidates have dominated the airwaves in West Lafayette during the course of the campaign – …
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We have received text from S. 4341: Faster Department of Veterans Affairs Construction Act of 2026. This bill was received on 2026-04-16, and currently has 2 cosponsors. Here is a short summary of the bill: The Faster Department of Veterans Affairs Construction Act of 2026 is a bill that aims to change how the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) handles …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Faster VA Construction Act. This bill would direct the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to adopt commercial building codes and standards where possible, consistent with the law. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI) are original cosponsors of the bipartisan legislation. Senator Jim Banks Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) said, …
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FORT WAYNE, IND. (WOWO) U.S. Senator Jim Banks, appearing on Fort Wayne’s Morning News with Kayla Blakeslee , said he is seeking answers following what he described as a security concern involving the White House Correspondents’ Dinner venue and broader questions about Secret Service procedures and political rhetoric. Banks said he was not present at the event but noted the …
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Source: WISH-TV WASHINGTON, D.C. – – Indiana Republican Senator Jim Banks isn’t holding back after the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday. Banks calls the second indictment of former FBI Director James Comey justified. He says a 2025 social media post from Comey, which used the slang “8647,” a term for getting rid of someone, was a …
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American Flag/ Pixabay.com Indiana Republican Senator Jim Banks is still pushing for the passage of the SAVE America Act, even though it appears that there aren’t enough votes for it. “We don’t have the votes, unfortunately, to pass the SAVE America Act, which secures our elections and blocks illegals from voting in our elections,” Sen. Banks told WIBC’s “The Hammer …
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American Flag/ Pixabay.com Indiana Republican Senator Jim Banks is still pushing for the passage of the SAVE America Act, even though it appears that there aren’t enough votes for it. “We don’t have the votes, unfortunately, to pass the SAVE America Act, which secures our elections and blocks illegals from voting in our elections,” Sen. Banks told WIBC’s “The Hammer …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Monday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Promoting Access and Revenue Integrity Through Institutional Transparency (PARITY) Act . This bill would repeal the 90/10 rule in the Higher Education Act , which only applies to proprietary schools and requires them to derive at least 10 percent of their revenue from non-federal sources. Senator Jim Banks Senator Jim …
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Source: Tom Williams / Getty WASHINGTON, D.C. — Indiana Republican Senator Jim Banks is still pushing for the passage of the SAVE America Act, even though it appears that there aren’t enough votes for it. “We don’t have the votes, unfortunately, to pass the SAVE America Act, which secures our elections and blocks illegals from voting in our elections,” Sen. …
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(Pixabay) Senator Jim Banks is calling on the Federal Trade Commission to investigate companies that manufacture and distribute abortion drugs. In a letter to the FTC, Banks claims these companies are using deceptive marketing by claiming the drugs are “safer than Tylenol.” The Senator argues these claims are misleading and may encourage women to withhold medical information from doctors during …
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) — U.S. Sen. Jim Banks discussed a recent visit to northeast Indiana and ongoing developments in Washington during his weekly appearance on Fort Wayne’s Morning News with Kayla Blakeslee , offering updates on both a local museum exhibit and federal funding negotiations. Banks confirmed that he returned to Columbia City, Indiana last weekend for an event …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) introduced the Investigation Status and Governance for Honest Transparency (INSIGHT Act). The bill requires the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) to report annually to Congress on enforcement investigations and certain agreements with plaintiff attorneys, including timelines, delays, and notice to affected plan sponsors, while excluding identifying information. This …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) introduced the Investigation Status and Governance for Honest Transparency (INSIGHT Act). The bill requires the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) to report annually to Congress on enforcement investigations and certain agreements with plaintiff attorneys, including timelines, delays, and notice to affected plan sponsors, while excluding identifying information. This …
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Senator Jim Banks just filed new stock trades, which we received from a STOCK Act disclosure. You can see the full list of trades on Quiver Quantitative's congress trading dashboard , and track the portfolios of Senator Jim Banks and other politicians. The trades in the new disclosure included a: Sale of $PTON stock (Peloton Interactive, Inc. - Common Stock) …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission Chairman, Andrew Ferguson, urging the Commission to investigate abortion drug companies forallegedly pushing misleading safety claims about their products and engaging in deceptive trade practices that could endanger women’s health. Read more about the letter here. Read the full letter here or see below: …
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COLUMBIA CITY – Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., delivered remarks at the Whitley County Historical Society Annual Banquet Saturday at Eagle Glen Event Center. Shortly after, he officially unveiled the Congressman Jim Banks Exhibit at the Whitley County Historical Museum. “I love history, politics and my hometown," Banks said. "The collection has over two dozen boxes and binders of items from …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission Chairman, Andrew Ferguson, urging the Commission to investigate abortion drug companies for allegedly pushing misleading safety claims about their products and engaging in deceptive trade practices that could endanger women’s health. Senator Jim Banks Read more about the letter here. Read the full letter …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) delivered remarks on the Senate floor emphasizing his commitment to restoring classical and traditional architectural standards in federal buildings, showing that timeless, beautiful design reflects America’s values, heritage, and national pride. Read more about the bill Senator Banks introduced to codify President Trump’s Making Federal Architecture Beautiful Again Executive Order here. Read …
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) — U.S. Sen. Jim Banks addressed foreign policy developments involving Iran and a forthcoming national Bible-reading event during an interview on Fort Wayne’s Morning News with host Kayla Blakeslee , outlining ongoing diplomatic efforts, energy market impacts, and scheduled public participation in Washington, D.C. Banks discussed the status of negotiations and a temporary ceasefire framework connected …
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Senator Jim Banks' press release page features recent updates, including legislative announcements and community engagement initiatives. Quiver AI Summary Senator Banks introduces significant legislation: Senator Jim Banks has unveiled his first bill in the Senate, emphasizing its potential impact on key issues. The senator asserted, "This legislation represents a vital step towards addressing the concerns of our constituents." The introduction …
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Senator Jim Banks addressed the AI competition with China at the Hill and Valley Forum, emphasizing the moral implications. Quiver AI Summary Senator Banks addresses AI competition with China: Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) spoke at the Hill and Valley Forum about the importance of the AI race with China, emphasizing it as a moral issue. He stated, "We can’t let …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On March 23, Tyler’s Law, a bill introduced in 2025 by Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., passed the Senate unanimously. This bill directs the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide hospitals with guidance on implementing fentanyl testing in routine emergency room drug screens. The bill is named after Tyler Shamash, a California teenager who …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night, Tyler’s Law, a bill introduced in 2025 by Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) passed the Senate unanimously. This bill directs the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide hospitals with guidance on implementing fentanyl testing in routine emergency room drug screens. The bill is named after Tyler Shamash, a teenager who died from …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On March 23, Tyler’s Law, a bill introduced in 2025 by Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., passed the Senate unanimously. This bill directs the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide hospitals with guidance on implementing fentanyl testing in routine emergency room drug screens. The bill is named after Tyler Shamash, a California teenager who …
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Photo supplied/Representative Jim Banks As the partial government shutdown enters its fifth week, Indiana Senator Jim Banks is placing the blame for airport delays and unpaid federal workers squarely on Senate Democrats. During a recent interview, Banks slammed the opposition for repeatedly blocking funding to reopen the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), a move he claims is jeopardizing national security …
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Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) worked to justify the Pentagon’s move to seek an additional $200 billion to fund President Donald Trump’s war in Iran while appearing Monday on Fox News’ “The Big Weekend Show.” The Indiana senator claimed the request for more military funding directly aligns with the president’s so-called “America First” policy, which prioritizes U.S. economic interests and border …
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As the partial government shutdown enters its fifth week, Indiana Senator Jim Banks is placing the blame for airport delays and unpaid federal workers squarely on Senate Democrats. During a recent interview, Banks slammed the opposition for repeatedly blocking funding to reopen the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), a move he claims is jeopardizing national security during a period of …
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Senator Banks and President Trump attended a ceremony at Dover AFB for six servicemembers killed in action. Quiver AI Summary Senator Banks and President Trump honor fallen servicemembers: Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and former President Donald Trump attended a dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base for six servicemembers killed during Operation Epic Fury. The servicemembers died in a …
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We have received text from S. 4061: Raising Awareness for Youth Suicide Prevention Act. This bill was received on 2026-03-11, and currently has 9 cosponsors. Here is a short summary of the bill: The **Raising Awareness for Youth Suicide Prevention Act**, also known as the **RAYS Act**, aims to enhance mental health and suicide prevention awareness among secondary school students. …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Sandra Smith to discuss day 34 of the Democrat shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security. Click the video above to listen to the full discussion. Key Excerpts Below: Sen. Banks: “…Democrats in the Senate for the 12th time just blocked funding to go to reopen the Department of Homeland Security. …
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WASHINGTON, D.C — Senator Jim Banks’ the Revitalizing Empty Structures Into Desirable Environments (RESIDE) Act passed in the United States Senate on March 12 as part of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. The bill passed on the Senate floor with a vote of 89 to 10. This bill would set aside funding within the Home Investment Partnerships Program …
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DOVER, Del. – An Indiana airman who died in the line of duty is back on U.S. soil. Capt. Seth Koval was one of six crewmembers killed on March 12 when their refueling plane crashed in Iraq while supporting Operation Epic Fury operations in Iran. Koval, 38, was assigned to the 121 st Air Refueling Wing at Rickenbacker Air National …
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We have received text from S. 3992: Joint Medical Facilities Fund Act of 2026. This bill was received on 2026-03-04, and currently has 2 cosponsors. Here is a short summary of the bill: This bill, called the Joint Medical Facilities Fund Act of 2026, aims to establish a funding mechanism to support the joint operations of medical facilities shared by …
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Dover, DE — Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined President Donald J. Trump for the dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base for 6 servicemembers killed in action during Operation Epic Fury. Footage from Senator Banks and President Trump’s arrival at Dover AFB here. All six crew members of a KC-135 Air Force refueling aircraft were killed in a …
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FORT WAYNE, Ind.(WOWO) —Senator Jim Banks confirmed Wednesday that he will accompany President Donald Trump today to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware for the dignified transfer of Captain Seth Koval, a 28-year-old native of Mooresville, Indiana, who was killed in a plane crash over Iraq last week. “Captain Koval from Mooresville, his parents still live in Mooresville. He and …
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Senators Wicker and Banks praised Indiana's munitions campus groundbreaking, emphasizing its impact on national security and industrial modernization. Quiver AI Summary Senators praise new munitions campus: Senators Roger Wicker and Jim Banks commended the groundbreaking of a new munitions campus in Bloomfield, Indiana, stating it will enhance domestic production of high-performance energetics and solid rocket motors. They characterized the project …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., spoke on the Senate floor about the importance of requiring voter ID laws in the United States and how the SAVE America Act would enable this legislation. Banks made the following comments: “Mr. President, there are some things in the world that are so obvious that there’s really no use in debating them. …
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The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution introduced by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Chris Coons (D-Del.), and Jim Banks (R-Ind.) honoring the life of Coach Lou Holtz and his enduring legacy of faith, family, and the pursuit of excellence. The resolution celebrates Coach Holtz’s legendary career as a college football head coach along with the traditions he instituted at …
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WASHINGTON–One of the key pieces of legislation being discussed by lawmakers is the SAVE America Act. Republicans passed a vote on Tuesday to open debate on the voter-ID measure. It would require people to provide proof of citizenship in person to register to vote and would implement a national requirement for photo ID. Not only is Indiana Republican Senator Jim …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) spoke on the Senate floor about the importance of requiring voter ID laws in America and how the SAVE America Act would enable this commonsense legislation. Click the image above or view the full speech here. See remarks below: “Mr. President, there are some things in the world that are so obvious …
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Senator Jim Banks emphasizes the necessity of voter ID laws and urges support for the SAVE America Act. Quiver AI Summary Senator Banks addresses voter ID legislation: Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) spoke on the Senate floor advocating for the SAVE America Act, which aims to implement voter ID laws nationally. He emphasized the importance of voter ID laws for election …
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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 3917 Introduced in Senate (IS)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3917 To prohibit the issuance of commercial driver's licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States or holders of certain work visas, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF …
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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 3992 Introduced in Senate (IS)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3992 To amend title 10, United States Code, to codify authority for the Joint Medical Facility Fund of the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE …
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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 4043 Introduced in Senate (IS)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4043 To amend title 38, United States Code, to make permanent the authority of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide treatment and rehabilitation for seriously mentally ill and homeless veterans, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE …
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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 4061 Introduced in Senate (IS)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4061 To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE …
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Senator Jim Banks expresses concern to TSA about American flight schools training Chinese nationals, citing national security risks. Quiver AI Summary Senator Banks expresses concerns over foreign flight training: Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) has sent a letter to Acting TSA Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill, expressing worries about American flight schools training Chinese nationals. He argues that this could aid the …
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Senator Jim Banks' press release page features recent updates, including legislative announcements and community engagement initiatives. Quiver AI Summary Senator Banks introduces significant legislation: Senator Jim Banks has unveiled his first bill in the Senate, emphasizing its potential impact on key issues. The senator asserted, "This legislation represents a vital step towards addressing the concerns of our constituents." The introduction …
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Senator Banks’ RESIDE Act, aimed at revitalizing abandoned properties, passed the Senate with a vote of 89 to 10. Quiver AI Summary Senator Banks’ RESIDE Act Passes: Senator Jim Banks announced that the Revitalizing Empty Structures Into Desirable Environments (RESIDE) Act has successfully passed in the U.S. Senate as part of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. The bill …
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Senator Jim Banks met with Kevin Warsh, Trump's Federal Reserve nominee, emphasizing the need to lower interest rates for families. Quiver AI Summary Senator Banks meets with Federal Reserve nominee: Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) held a meeting with Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee for Chairman of the Federal Reserve. Banks emphasized the importance of the Fed focusing on reducing costs …
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Senator Jim Banks discusses the success of Operation Epic Fury on America Reports, highlighting its impact on Iran's military capabilities. Quiver AI Summary Senator Banks discusses Operation Epic Fury: During an appearance on America Reports, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) described Operation Epic Fury as highly successful, stating that it has significantly diminished Iran's military capabilities, including ballistic missiles and naval …
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Senator Jim Banks attended a press conference announcing the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, celebrating America's 250th birthday in 2026. Quiver AI Summary Senator Banks announces Freedom 250 Grand Prix: Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined officials at a press conference on the National Mall to announce the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, set for August 22 and 23, 2026, in Washington, D.C. …
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Imposes additional economic sanctions on Iran, targeting its oil exports, financial network, and nuclear program to increase pressure on the regime.
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Improves pay and benefits for federal prison guards to address severe staffing shortages and dangerous working conditions at federal correctional facilities.
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This joint resolution nullifies the final rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Water Heating Equipment, which was submitted by the Department of Energy on October 6, 2023. The rule adopts more stringent energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act in order to achieve more energy savings.
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Instructing Noteworthy Steps toward Transparency to Rout and Undo Calamitous Transactions Act of 2025 or the INSTRUCT Act of 2025This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to share foreign gift and contract reports from institutions of higher education (IHEs) with specified federal agencies.Under current law, an IHE must disclose to ED a gift from or contract with a foreign …
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Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions ActThis bill excludes the value of employer-funded child or dependent care from being used in calculating an eligible employee's overtime pay.Under current law, overtime hours must be paid at one and a half times an employee's regular rate of pay. This rate is an average hourly rate that must include certain types of …
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Prohibits colleges and universities from requiring students or staff to get COVID-19 vaccinations as a condition of enrollment or employment.
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Upgrades U.S. missile defense systems including ground-based interceptors, space-based sensors, and regional defense capabilities.
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Blocks the Department of Labor from finalizing workplace heat safety rules that would require employers to provide water, shade, and rest breaks during extreme heat.
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Reforms the SNAP Restaurant Meals Program, which allows elderly, disabled, and homeless recipients to buy prepared meals at participating restaurants.
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Authorizes the USDA to purchase floodplain easements from willing landowners to restore natural flood control, reduce crop damage, and improve water quality.
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Allows SNAP (food stamp) recipients to use their benefits for online grocery purchases from approved retailers.
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Directs the Department of Defense and Department of Agriculture to collaborate on research and development projects that serve both military and farming needs.
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Bans members of Congress, their spouses, and dependents from trading individual stocks while in office.
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Creates incentives for federal agencies to find and implement cost savings, letting them reinvest a share of the money they save.
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Creates legal protections for victims of AI-generated deepfake pornography, giving them the right to sue creators and distributors for damages.
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Prohibits employers from requiring union membership or dues payment as a condition of employment — establishes a national right-to-work standard.
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Exempts small-scale seller-financed transactions from the federal mortgage licensing requirements that apply to professional lenders.
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New Source Review Permitting Improvement Act This bill modifies terminology for purposes of the New Source Review (NSR) permitting program of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In order for a change to a stationary source to be a modification (a change to a stationary source that increases the air pollutant emissions or results in new pollutants) for purposes of the …
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Requires universities to more thoroughly disclose foreign gifts, contracts, and financial ties — aiming to reduce foreign influence on American higher education.
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Adds immigration and residency requirements for students served by federal TRIO college preparation programs (Upward Bound, Talent Search, etc.).
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Improves access to memory care for veterans by expanding the Veterans Community Care Program. Speeds up approval of care agreements with private facilities so veterans with dementia and Alzheimer's get treatment faster.
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Prohibits local governments from blocking or requiring approval for the sale of cable TV systems — removing a barrier to competition in the cable industry.
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Adds a farm-location data layer to the FCC's National Broadband Map. Shows where agricultural areas are so policymakers can see which farming communities still lack reliable internet access.
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Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards Act or the Affordable HOMES ActThis bill rescinds Department of Energy (DOE) energy efficiency regulations applicable to manufactured housing and eliminates DOE’s authority to issue similar regulations. Specifically, the bill rescinds the DOE final rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Manufactured Housing and published on May 31, 2022.Under the bill, DOE …
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Requires the FTC to create public educational resources for parents, teachers, and kids about safely using AI chatbots. Covers risks like misinformation, privacy, and emotional manipulation by AI systems.
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Same voter suppression playbook as the SAVE Act: requires documentary proof of citizenship to register AND photo ID to vote in federal elections. Two barriers stacked to maximize the number of eligible voters who get blocked at the door.
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Adjusts Medicaid reimbursement rules for safety-net hospitals that serve a high share of uninsured and low-income patients, preventing planned funding cuts.
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Creates a tax credit to encourage railroads to replace or upgrade old, inefficient freight cars with safer, more energy-efficient models.
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Reforms the H-1B visa program for skilled foreign workers — changes how companies apply, how workers are selected, and how wages are set.
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Creates federal criminal penalties for anyone who secretly gives a woman an abortion-inducing drug without her informed consent. Applies when the drug crossed state lines. Gives victims the right to sue.
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Gives small business investment companies the same tax deduction on dividends that real estate investment trusts (REITs) already receive.
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A bill to direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for certain communities, and for other purposes.
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Repeals federal safety regulations on portable gas cans, including requirements for flame arrestors designed to prevent explosions.
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Requires pension plan managers to warn workers when their retirement investments include high-risk assets like crypto, private equity, or leveraged funds. Gives workers the information they need to protect their savings.
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Expands VA benefits to cover adaptive sports prosthetics — specialized artificial limbs and attachments designed for cycling, swimming, running, skiing, and other recreational activities for disabled veterans.
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Makes it an unfair labor practice for employers to knowingly hire unauthorized immigrants, and bars unions from representing them.
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Directs the federal government to study how AI will change the American job market and which workers are most at risk. Uses the findings to improve workforce training programs in industries facing the biggest disruption.
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This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 520 South Walnut Street in Bloomington, Indiana, as the "Curt Cignetti Post Office".
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Eliminates certain federal higher education funding for minority-serving institutions.
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Bans U.S. financial aid to any organization controlled by an agent of a hostile foreign government.
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Tightens regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities that custom-mix medications, closing safety gaps exposed by contamination outbreaks.
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Photo supplied/Representative Jim Banks In an interview, U.S. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) critiqued Minnesota leadership following the violent protests against federal immigration agents, while pivoting to celebrate Indiana University’s unprecedented ascent to the college football national championship. Speaking on the Hammer and Nigel Show, Banks addressed the escalating chaos in Minneapolis, where recent ICE operations have been met with nightly …
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Source: (Photo by Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images) INDIANAPOLIS – In an interview on Thursday, U.S. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) critiqued Minnesota leadership following the violent protests against federal immigration agents, while pivoting to celebrate Indiana University’s unprecedented ascent to the college football national championship. Speaking on the Hammer and Nigel Show, Banks addressed the escalating chaos in …
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Photo supplied/Representative Jim Banks FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) — U.S. Sen. Jim Banks says long-standing relationships and Indiana’s growing role in national defense manufacturing helped bring Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to Fort Wayne for a two‑day defense and technology summit earlier this month. In a live interview with WOWO Radio, Banks said Hegseth — a former Fox News personality …
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(Supplied/Congressman Jim Banks) FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) — Indiana Republican Senator Jim Banks said the “No Kings” protests over the weekend don’t change what President Trump has accomplished. In a weekend interview with Fox’s Peter Doocy, Banks said Democrats still don’t understand what happened on Election Day. “Donald Trump won. He won the popular vote. He won a historic mandate …
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DOMINIC GWINN STATEWIDE–Indiana Republican Senator Jim Banks said the “No Kings” protests over the weekend don’t change what President Trump has accomplished. In a weekend interview with Fox’s Peter Doocy, Banks said Democrats still don’t understand what happened on Election Day. “Donald Trump won. He won the popular vote. He won a historic mandate to clean up this country and …
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FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — While the United States Senate is on recess, Indiana Senator Jim Banks (R) sat down for a one-on-one interview with WTWO's Jen Thompson about where things currently stand in Washington. "I'm new to the Senate. I'm proud to be Indiana's new Senator," Jim Banks said. "We've been busy in Washington," he added. Senator Banks said significant …
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Add Us On Google Add as a preferred source on Google EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Indiana Senator Jim Banks is back home for the August recess, and today, we caught up with him for the latest in D.C. Senator Banks previously represented Indiana’s 3rd Congressional District. He says it’s an exciting time in D.C. with the recent passing of President …
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Title: 1.8M views · 24K reactions | Senator Jim Banks, Republican of Indiana, told a laid-off federal worker that he “probably deserved” to be fired. The worker, Mack Schroeder, was one of the more than dozen terminated federal workers who have been organizing weekly protests inside the Capitol. https://nyti.ms/4iWMpWB | The New York Times URL Source: https://www.facebook.com/nytimes/videos/senator-jim-banks-republican-of-indiana-told-a-laid-off-federal-worker-that-he-p/3538370496467912/ Markdown Content: Log …
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Statewide Jim Banks pledges to be 'conservative fighter for Indiana' in U.S. Senate By Brandon Smith Published November 12, 2024 at 12:00 AM EST Screenshot of Zoom call U.S. Sen.-elect Jim Banks said he hopes to serve on the Senate Armed Services Committee. U.S. Sen.-elect Jim Banks said he wants to be a conservative fighter for Indiana in the Senate …
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Statewide Republican Jim Banks wins race to become Indiana's newest U.S. senator By Brandon Smith Published November 5, 2024 at 12:00 AM EST File Photo: Brittany Smith / WBOI U.S. Rep. Jim Banks (R-Columbia City) won the open race to become Indiana's newest U.S. senator, according to a call by the Associated Press. Republican Jim Banks will be Indiana’s newest …
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Title: Senate candidate Valerie McCray made history. Beating Jim Banks will be more challenging. URL Source: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/09/24/indiana-united-states-senate-valerie-mccray-democrat-jim-banks-republican/74870120007/ Published Time: 2024-09-24T10:28:36Z Markdown Content: ELECTIONS Brittany Carloni Indianapolis Star Sept. 24, 2024 Updated Oct. 10, 2024, 1:00 p.m. ET _Editor’s note: This is part of a series of profiles on candidates for U.S. Senate in Indiana’s general election. Read our profiles on …
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Jan. 31, 2023, 11:20 AM EST By Bridget Bowman GOP Rep. Jim Banks is consolidating support for his Indiana Senate campaign, with former Gov. Mitch Daniels deciding not to run for the open seat. The National Republican Senatorial Committee backed Banks on Tuesday following Daniels' announcement. “I have the utmost respect for the years of service Governor Daniels has given …
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Skip to content 21Alive anchor Brien McElhatten's full interview with Jim Banks Published : Jan. 17, 2023 at 4:44 PM EST Add Us On Google Add as a preferred source on Google News Anti-casino meetings ramp up during early voting season Updated : 5 hours ago News Rep. Morris requests that Gov. Braun pause state-level executions in continued call to …
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Jan. 17, 2023, 1:26 PM EST By Bridget Bowman Rep. Jim Banks' announcement Tuesday that he is running for Senate in Indiana kicks off a potentially crowded GOP primary, with one of Banks' House colleagues also eyeing a run. GOP Sen. Mike Braun's decision to run for governor opened up the Senate seat. GOP Rep. Victoria Spartz told the Muncie …
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