• Latest
  • Trending
  • All
Indiana Senate Committee Advances Property Tax Reduction Bill, but Amendments Raise Concerns

Indiana Senate Committee Advances Property Tax Reduction Bill, but Amendments Raise Concerns

February 12, 2025
Evansville Police Department joins community clean up with Boys & Girls Club of Evansville

Evansville Police Department joins community clean up with Boys & Girls Club of Evansville

June 15, 2025
Evansville Fire Department announces new incident safety officer promotion

Evansville Fire Department announces new incident safety officer promotion

June 15, 2025
Firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain in Evansville

Firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain in Evansville

June 15, 2025
Vanderburgh County Man Arrested After Drunk Driving Crash on Railroad Tracks with Teens in Vehicle

Vanderburgh County Man Arrested After Drunk Driving Crash on Railroad Tracks with Teens in Vehicle

June 6, 2025
Evansville Man Arrested Following Theft from Vehicle and Attempted Fraudulent Alcohol Purchase

Evansville Man Arrested Following Theft from Vehicle and Attempted Fraudulent Alcohol Purchase

June 6, 2025
Market on Main Kicks Off in Downtown Evansville

Market on Main Kicks Off in Downtown Evansville

June 6, 2025
Scam Texts Threaten Indiana Drivers with Fake Traffic Ticket Penalties

Scam Texts Threaten Indiana Drivers with Fake Traffic Ticket Penalties

June 6, 2025
Evansville Teacher Receives National Honor for Excellence in Chemistry Education

Evansville Teacher Receives National Honor for Excellence in Chemistry Education

June 5, 2025
18-Year-Old Arrested in Evansville Following Vehicle Theft and Disturbance at Local Convenience Store

18-Year-Old Arrested in Evansville Following Vehicle Theft and Disturbance at Local Convenience Store

June 5, 2025
Man Arrested for Drunk Driving with Teens After Crashing on Railroad Tracks in Vanderburgh County

Man Arrested for Drunk Driving with Teens After Crashing on Railroad Tracks in Vanderburgh County

June 5, 2025
Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Evansville Shooting Investigation

Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Evansville Shooting Investigation

June 5, 2025
Triple Homicide in Gibson County: 77-Year-Old Man Charged After Fatal Family Shooting

Triple Homicide in Gibson County: 77-Year-Old Man Charged After Fatal Family Shooting

June 4, 2025
  • Home
  • Contact
  • About us
  • Privacy policy
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
No Result
View All Result
Evansville Report
  • Home
  • Local News
    Evansville Police Department joins community clean up with Boys & Girls Club of Evansville

    Evansville Police Department joins community clean up with Boys & Girls Club of Evansville

    Firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain in Evansville

    Firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain in Evansville

    Vanderburgh County Man Arrested After Drunk Driving Crash on Railroad Tracks with Teens in Vehicle

    Vanderburgh County Man Arrested After Drunk Driving Crash on Railroad Tracks with Teens in Vehicle

    Market on Main Kicks Off in Downtown Evansville

    Market on Main Kicks Off in Downtown Evansville

    Evansville Teacher Receives National Honor for Excellence in Chemistry Education

    Evansville Teacher Receives National Honor for Excellence in Chemistry Education

    18-Year-Old Arrested in Evansville Following Vehicle Theft and Disturbance at Local Convenience Store

    18-Year-Old Arrested in Evansville Following Vehicle Theft and Disturbance at Local Convenience Store

    Man Arrested for Drunk Driving with Teens After Crashing on Railroad Tracks in Vanderburgh County

    Man Arrested for Drunk Driving with Teens After Crashing on Railroad Tracks in Vanderburgh County

    Ramp Closures Begin This Week at University Parkway and Lloyd Expressway in Evansville

    Ramp Closures Begin This Week at University Parkway and Lloyd Expressway in Evansville

    Princeton Man Dies in Boating Accident in Pike County

    Princeton Man Dies in Boating Accident in Pike County

    Shooting in Evansville Under Investigation Following Struggle Over Firearm

    Shooting in Evansville Under Investigation Following Struggle Over Firearm

  • Indiana
    Scam Texts Threaten Indiana Drivers with Fake Traffic Ticket Penalties

    Scam Texts Threaten Indiana Drivers with Fake Traffic Ticket Penalties

    Indiana Governor Mike Braun Signs Two Major Public Safety Bills

    Indiana Governor Mike Braun Signs Two Major Public Safety Bills

    Indiana Becomes First State to Ban Sugary Drinks and Candy from SNAP Benefits

    Indiana Becomes First State to Ban Sugary Drinks and Candy from SNAP Benefits

    Indiana Governor Mike Braun Orders Flags to Be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

    Indiana Governor Mike Braun Orders Flags to Be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

    Indiana House Passes Property Tax Relief Bill with Local Income Tax Provision

    Indiana House Passes Property Tax Relief Bill with Local Income Tax Provision

    Indiana Reports First Measles Case of 2025 in Allen County

    Indiana Reports First Measles Case of 2025 in Allen County

    Travel Disruptions on I-69 in Indiana and Kentucky Due to High Water

    Travel Disruptions on I-69 in Indiana and Kentucky Due to High Water

    Steven J. Bridges Appointed President of University of Southern Indiana

    Steven J. Bridges Appointed President of University of Southern Indiana

    Indiana Launches Traffic Safety Campaign to Combat Distracted Driving and Speeding

    Indiana Launches Traffic Safety Campaign to Combat Distracted Driving and Speeding

    Severe Weather Prompts CenterPoint Energy to Prepare for Potential Power Outages in Southwestern Indiana

    Severe Weather Prompts CenterPoint Energy to Prepare for Potential Power Outages in Southwestern Indiana

  • Crime & Safety
    Evansville Man Arrested Following Theft from Vehicle and Attempted Fraudulent Alcohol Purchase

    Evansville Man Arrested Following Theft from Vehicle and Attempted Fraudulent Alcohol Purchase

    Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Evansville Shooting Investigation

    Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Evansville Shooting Investigation

    Triple Homicide in Gibson County: 77-Year-Old Man Charged After Fatal Family Shooting

    Triple Homicide in Gibson County: 77-Year-Old Man Charged After Fatal Family Shooting

    Evansville Man Arrested on Charges of Rape and Sexual Misconduct with a Minor

    Evansville Man Arrested on Charges of Rape and Sexual Misconduct with a Minor

    Major Drug Bust in Daviess County Yields Two Arrests, Large Meth Seizure

    Major Drug Bust in Daviess County Yields Two Arrests, Large Meth Seizure

    Evansville Man Arrested for DUI, Leaving Scene of Accident

    Evansville Man Arrested for DUI, Leaving Scene of Accident

    Washington Man Arrested for Child Pornography Charges in Evansville

    Washington Man Arrested for Child Pornography Charges in Evansville

    18-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Reckless Driving After Speeding Over 100 MPH on Lloyd Expressway

    18-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Reckless Driving After Speeding Over 100 MPH on Lloyd Expressway

    Princeton Police Investigate Series of Vehicle Break-Ins and Park Vandalism

    Princeton Police Investigate Series of Vehicle Break-Ins and Park Vandalism

    Evansville Man Found Guilty of Two Counts of Rape

    Evansville Man Found Guilty of Two Counts of Rape

  • Covid-19

    75 COVID-19 deaths, 5,900 more cases of coronavirus reported in Indiana in 2 weeks

    84 Deaths from COVID-19 and 6,911 more coronavirus cases reported in Indiana in 2 weeks

    86 COVID-19 deaths, 8,897 more cases of coronavirus reported in Indiana in 2 weeks

    88 COVID-19 deaths, 9,266 more cases of coronavirus in 2 weeks reported in Indiana

    55 COVID-19 deaths, 4,031 more cases of coronavirus reported in Indiana

    73 COVID-19 deaths, 2,960 more cases of coronavirus reported in Indiana

    80 COVID-19 deaths, 7,414 more cases reported in Indiana

    72 COVID-19 deaths, 6,507 new cases reported in Indiana

    7,790 new COVID-19 cases, 15 deaths reported in Indiana

    7,441 new COVID-19 cases, 22 deaths reported in Indiana

  • U. S. News

    California’s Democratic Senators propose new tax plan for businesses

    Navarro College faces lawsuit over alleged sexual assault

    North Texas school districts collaborate to hire more teachers

    Dallas Craigslist: A Valuable Resource for Job Seekers in the Dallas Area

    Dallas’ Litter Removal Team: A promising solution for a growing problem

    Texas Baptist Men mobilizes thousands of volunteers to meet urgent needs

    Abandoned vehicle at DFW Airport linked to missing disabled Texas boy

    Neurology & Neuromuscular Care Center helps Duchenne patients access specialized care

    Popular company laid off thousands of employees without severance overnight, leaving them without health insurance just before the holiday weekend

    Bad economic picture throughout the country did not affect the shopping habit as consumers broke another record in online purchases

  • Lifestyle

    Popular budget airline gets rid of telephone customer support service to cut expenses and ‘serve customers more efficiently’

    Study indicates that consumption of ultra-processed foods contributes to premature death

    Americans are moving to Mexico at unseen rates so far and the trend is expected to continue in the future

    Study showed eating almonds before meals contributes to appetite control and reduces food intake

    Proper nutrition contributes to good health, with honey most effective in reducing high cholesterol and blood sugar levels, study shows

    Indianapolis local non-profit organizations helping elderly people in need

    Park Series returning in Noblesville, movies starting August

    Fourth of July is just less than a week from now, this is where you can celebrate in Central Indiana

    Shake Shack opens second location in town, another brand confirms store opening

    Indy PopCon convention to take place July 9-11, hosts announce guests

  • Sports
    Hoosier Army eliminated from The Soccer Tournament by Newtown Pride FC 3-1

    Hoosier Army eliminated from The Soccer Tournament by Newtown Pride FC 3-1

    Indiana’s Race Thompson set to compete in Portsmouth Invitational Tournament

    No. 4 Indiana women defeat Nebraska in overtime after Holmes scores 22 points

    Vikings beat Colts 39-36

    Indiana’s top player pulls out of NBA draft, will return next season

    Limited tickets available to watch NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium

    Indiana adds defensive lineman, running back with transfers

    Brissett has career-high 31 as Pacers beat Raptors 125-113

    Web Extra: What to Watch for in Saturday’s IndyCar Grand Prix

    Roncalli flamethrower too hot for Stars in Edgewood Invitational

No Result
View All Result
Evansville Report
No Result
View All Result
Home Indiana

Indiana Senate Committee Advances Property Tax Reduction Bill, but Amendments Raise Concerns

by Monica Ruth
February 12, 2025
in Indiana
0
Indiana Senate Committee Advances Property Tax Reduction Bill, but Amendments Raise Concerns

Evansville, IN — The Indiana Senate Committee passed Senate Bill 1 on Tuesday, a key piece of legislation designed to reduce property taxes across the state. However, the committee made several changes to the original proposal, sparking concern among local leaders and agencies.

The primary goal of the bill, championed by Governor Mike Braun, is to curb the rising burden of property taxes on Indiana residents. One of the central provisions in the original proposal was a 3% annual cap on the growth of property tax bills. However, this element was removed during the committee’s review, prompting a mixed reaction from various stakeholders.

City leaders in Evansville expressed concerns over the potential financial impact of the changes. They worry that the reduction in property tax revenues could lead to cuts in essential local services, as many municipalities rely on these funds to support education, public safety, and infrastructure projects.

Local government representatives and other public agencies have echoed similar concerns, emphasizing the importance of stable funding to maintain services that citizens depend on. The proposed reductions in property tax revenue, without adequate compensatory funding, could put pressure on local budgets, they argue.

Despite the amendments, Governor Braun remains optimistic. In a statement following the committee’s vote, he described the action as “a step in the right direction” and emphasized his commitment to working closely with legislators to refine the bill. The governor’s office is reportedly exploring additional ways to address concerns raised by local officials and ensure that the tax relief does not come at the expense of vital public services.

As Senate Bill 1 moves forward, it is expected that further discussions and adjustments will take place before it reaches the full Senate for a vote. The ongoing debate over property tax relief highlights the delicate balance between providing financial relief to homeowners and ensuring that local governments have the resources necessary to serve their communities.

With continued scrutiny from local governments and advocacy groups, the final version of Senate Bill 1 remains uncertain, and the implications for property tax reform in Indiana will likely continue to evolve in the coming weeks.

Monica Ruth

Monica Ruth

Related Posts

Scam Texts Threaten Indiana Drivers with Fake Traffic Ticket Penalties

Scam Texts Threaten Indiana Drivers with Fake Traffic Ticket Penalties

by Monica Ruth
June 6, 2025
0

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — Residents across the Tri-State region are once again being targeted by a widespread scam involving fraudulent text...

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Signs Two Major Public Safety Bills

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Signs Two Major Public Safety Bills

by Monica Ruth
May 30, 2025
0

Evansville, IN — Indiana Governor Mike Braun signed two important pieces of legislation this week aimed at strengthening public safety...

Indiana Becomes First State to Ban Sugary Drinks and Candy from SNAP Benefits

Indiana Becomes First State to Ban Sugary Drinks and Candy from SNAP Benefits

by Monica Ruth
May 26, 2025
0

Evansville, IN - Indiana has secured approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to remove sugary drinks and candy from...

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Orders Flags to Be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Orders Flags to Be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

by Monica Ruth
April 23, 2025
0

Indianapolis, IN — In a solemn gesture of respect, Governor Mike Braun has directed that flags across Indiana be flown...

Evansville Police Department joins community clean up with Boys & Girls Club of Evansville
Local News

Evansville Police Department joins community clean up with Boys & Girls Club of Evansville

by Dan McArthur
June 15, 2025
0

Evansville, IN - The Boys & Girls Club of Evansville held its 13th Annual Community Clean Up on June 12,...

Read moreDetails
Evansville Fire Department announces new incident safety officer promotion

Evansville Fire Department announces new incident safety officer promotion

June 15, 2025
Firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain in Evansville

Firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain in Evansville

June 15, 2025
Vanderburgh County Man Arrested After Drunk Driving Crash on Railroad Tracks with Teens in Vehicle

Vanderburgh County Man Arrested After Drunk Driving Crash on Railroad Tracks with Teens in Vehicle

June 6, 2025
Evansville Man Arrested Following Theft from Vehicle and Attempted Fraudulent Alcohol Purchase

Evansville Man Arrested Following Theft from Vehicle and Attempted Fraudulent Alcohol Purchase

June 6, 2025
Evansville Police Department joins community clean up with Boys & Girls Club of Evansville

Evansville Police Department joins community clean up with Boys & Girls Club of Evansville

June 15, 2025

Evansville Fire Department announces new incident safety officer promotion

June 15, 2025

Firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain in Evansville

June 15, 2025

Vanderburgh County Man Arrested After Drunk Driving Crash on Railroad Tracks with Teens in Vehicle

June 6, 2025

Evansville Man Arrested Following Theft from Vehicle and Attempted Fraudulent Alcohol Purchase

June 6, 2025

Market on Main Kicks Off in Downtown Evansville

June 6, 2025
Evansville Report

Copyright © 2023 Evansville Report.

Navigate Site

  • Home
  • Contact
  • About us
  • Privacy policy

Follow Us

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Local News
  • Indiana
  • Crime & Safety
  • Covid-19
  • U. S. News
  • Lifestyle
  • Sports

Copyright © 2023 Evansville Report.