State of Indiana

Let's recognize the Indiana Department of Correction staff who completed their agency’s Executive Leadership Program!

This four‑day program provides foundational knowledge in facility management, organizational classification, capital projects, Community Advisory Boards and legislative affairs. Participants also take part in group discussions and engage with IDOC’s executive leadership team. Graduates will continue building their leadership skills through a yearlong mentorship with past program participants.

We appreciate their hard work and look forward to seeing their continued impact!

A big shoutout to Indiana Department of Natural Resources's District 9 Conservation Officers for their quick response during a recent water rescue in Ripley County. With support from partner agencies, they safely brought everyone in the vehicle back to shore after it entered fast‑moving water.

We’re excited to welcome over 140 new Governor’s Summer Interns for 2026! Throughout the summer, they’ll explore their agencies, connect with mentors, meet state leaders, and gain hands-on experience.

Carmel was just named the #1 best place to live in the United States by U.S. News and World Report!

Special shout out to Fishers which earned the #2 spot. Noblesville (18), Greenwood (26), and Columbus (69) also ranked among the top 100.

What's your favorite city in Indiana?

Shoutout to Indiana Department of Correction's Emergency Response Unit team for winning first place at this year’s Mock Prison Riot Competition!

This event challenged participants with high-stress scenarios and obstacle courses designed to test tactical readiness, communication, and endurance.

Our officers stood shoulder-to-shoulder with top-tier corrections, law enforcement, and military units from around the world and earned top honors.

Big congratulations to the team!

Last month, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management hosted an electronic waste recycling event next to the Statehouse and recycled an incredible 12,540 pounds of e-waste. This represents the largest total weight of e-waste collected at a one-day government center collection event!

If not disposed of properly, electronics contain heavy metals that can be harmful to the environment. Thank you to IDEM for keeping these items out of the regular landfill!

This week the Indiana Department of Workforce Development announced Governor Mike Braun’s appointment of Kate Shelby as Commissioner.

Shelby's extensive experience in Indiana state government, private sector, and entrepreneurship underscores her skillset in turning big goals into practical actions for Hoosiers and Main Street communities.

Her appointment reflects Gov. Braun’s commitment to strengthening Indiana’s workforce system, improving government service delivery, and helping more Hoosiers access the skills and opportunities needed to succeed.

Congratulations to the Indiana Department of Transportation Commissioner’s Excellence in Public Service Award winners! These awards honor public servants who have demonstrated excellence within their agency and are nominated by their peers. We appreciate all that you do!

Governor Mike Braun has expanded the New Parent Leave policy for State of Indiana employees. While the policy already provides paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child, the update now extends this support to foster care placements as well. This change recognizes that foster parents need dedicated time to help children adjust, attend necessary appointments, and create stability during an important transition.

This update is part of Governor Braun’s Family First Workplace initiative, which is focused on making Indiana a more supportive workplace for parents and families.