Paul Helmke, former president of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, agreed.
“Indiana already does too little to keep loaded guns out of public places and out of the hands of dangerous people. This bill would make us all less safe,” the former Republican mayor wrote in an email.
No license is required to buy a firearm in Indiana, but one is required for open or concealed carry. Individuals with a conviction for a felony or misdemeanor domestic battery are ineligible, and a license can also be denied in other prescribed situations.
HB 1396 is one of four so-called “constitutional carry” bills proposed by the Republican supermajority, but this one is authored by Auburn Republican Ben Smaltz and co-authored by Rep. Matt Lehman, R-Berne, two powerful members of the House majority. Smaltz is chairman of the House Public Policy Committee, where his bill is assigned and was scheduled to be heard Wednesday. Ironically, the session was canceled over concerns for violence sp
Indiana Sheriffs’ Association awarding scholarships By: Mathew Quijano
There will be approximately 40 $750 scholarships awarded to qualifying students throughout the state.
To qualify, the applicant must be an Indiana resident, as well as a current member of the association or a dependent child/grandchild of a current member.
The applicant must also attend an Indiana college or university, and major in a law enforcement field as a full-time student (12 hours).
Applications to apply for the scholarships are available with high school counselors or the LCSO.
Applicants can learn more about the scholarship, or download the application, here. Share this article:
Monday, January 18, 2021 7:53 AM
Huntington County Sheriff Chris Newton has announced that the Indiana Sheriff’s Association will again be awarding college scholarships to qualified high school seniors or college students who are pursuing a degree in criminal justice studies.
There will be approximately 40 of the $750 scholarships awarded to qualifying students around the state.
To qualify for one of these scholarships, the applicant must be an Indiana resident, be a current member of the association or a dependent child or grandchild of a current member of the association, attend an Indiana college or university, major in a law enforcement field and enroll as a full-time student with 12 or more credit hours.
STATEHOUSE – State Rep. Cindy Ziemke (R-Batesville) recently voted to advance a bill supporting local law enforcement, and boosting accountability and transparency in policing.