Indiana Legislators were sworn in today, Organization Day, which marks the first meeting for the 118th General Assembly. All 100 members of the House, including 19 new Republicans, were sworn in by Chief Justice Brent Dickson.
“Just like a responsible family, we will sit together at our desks on the House floor and in the committee rooms of this building – and work through the monumental issues facing our state,” said newly reelected Speaker of the House, Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis).
State Representative Woody Burton was reelected to represent House District 58, which includes the northeast portion of Johnson County.
“I look forward to continuing to serve the people of Johnson County by representing them in the state legislature,” said Rep. Burton. “Many issues will come before the House floor this session as we craft our state’s next two-year budget. Indiana is in great financial shape as we look to enact a balanced budget that benefits all Hoosiers.”
In October, the House Republican Caucus released their legislative agenda, making it clear that their focus will be on financial integrity, jobs and education. That focus was echoed today as the 69 House Republicans prepared for the upcoming session with a resolve to accomplish those priorities and continue to propel Indiana to be a state where Hoosiers have the ability to own their American Dream.
“Focusing on jobs and education is what will make a stronger Indiana for generations to come,” said Rep. Burton. “Indiana’s business environment continues to be recognized as the best in the Midwest. Through high-quality education and job creation incentives, we will continue on this path of success.”
