Indiana State Comptroller Elise Nieshalla

10/16/2026

Today, Governor Mike Braun hosted a press conference providing recovery updates. During the conference, the State urged individuals to apply for FEMA assistance, before the Oct. 25 deadline.

Apply by visiting disasterassistance.gov, calling 1-800-621-3362 or by visiting an in-person support event. Visit on.in.gov/August2026Disaster to find current locations and hours.

10/15/2026

The Indiana State Comptroller's Office stands with Vice President JD Vance and the White House Fraud Task Force as Comptroller Nieshalla joins in signing “The Pledge to Protect Americans from Fraud.” 🇺🇸

10/13/2026

As the Chair of the National Debt Crisis Task Force of State Financial Officers Foundation, we are building support for Congress to tackle our debt problem head-on by adopting the achievable goal to bring down deficit spending from 6% to 3% of our GDP over the next 10 years — and then get us back to a balanced budget. We can do this, and we must!




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The CBO reports the federal budget deficit hit $2 trillion in fiscal year 2026 as net interest on the national debt surged 11% year over year.

10/08/2026

🌟Proud of our State. Check this out —> “Indiana’s balanced budget amendment is widely regarded as the gold standard…By following Indiana’s example, other states can strengthen budget discipline, model responsible fiscal governance, and prepare for a future in which the federal government may provide far less financial assistance….America’s national debt has now exceeded $40 trillion and continues to grow…Washington should look to the states as they continue to innovate and show there are policy solutions available to protect the American taxpayer.”

-Jonathan Williams, CEO, American Legislative Exchange Council

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Jonathan Williams had an American Radio Journal commentary about methods states are utilizing to ensure fiscal responsibility to taxpayers.

09/28/2026

Wrote this as a call for us to get back to the fundamentals with federal fiscal responsibility…

There is a reality we must acknowledge to begin moving toward national fiscal solvency and sanity — resources are finite. Let’s get back to basics.

09/25/2026

In Indiana, we share Fernando Mendoza's passion for fiscal responsibility. Can’t wait to see his “Finances with Fernando” video series – a guide for Gen Z to make the most of their money!

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09/25/2026

It was deeply encouraging to listen to the House Budget Committee’s Field Hearing on the massive problem of the $40T national debt led by Chairman Jodey Arrington. He said that “this is the most important conversation… that is going on today in these United States of America.” (link to his remarks below) It was an intellectually honest discussion about the reality of this national economic and security threat and the need for a bipartisan plan to get America’s financial house in order for the sake of our nation’s future — and our children and grandchildren. 

As Chairwoman of the National Debt Crisis Task Force of State Financial Officers Foundation, we are working to build a major movement of support from the states to restore America’s fiscal solvency. 




https://budget.house.gov/press-release/chairman-arrington-delivers-opening-remarks-at-bipartisan-hearing-to-examine-the-need-for-a-fiscal-commission

09/24/2026

Thank you to WANE 15 for the opportunity to share about the great financial turnaround of the State of Indiana over the last 20+ years that has put us in a strong and stable position to afford a Gas Tax Holiday, along with the reimbursement of lost Gas Tax revenue to counties, cities and towns so they can fulfill their budgeted transportation and infrastructure obligations.

Watch our interview here: https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/state-comptroller-on-indianas-fiscal-position/

09/24/2026

It’s like going home when I attend the Association of Indiana Counties (AIC) Conference with so many colleagues I’ve worked with in county government from across the state! Fred VanDorp, our Director of Accounting and Reporting & Local Government, and I were there sharing helpful resources from the Comptroller’s Office related to our dynamic and cyclical partnership in tax revenue distribution.

09/23/2026

The Boys & Girls Club of Morgan County is an inspiration with their dedicated investment into the lives of youth who are our next generation of leaders in their families, workplaces and communities. Thank you, Shannon Kohl, executive director, for the great visit that was just before all the excitement of students arriving after school!📚