Melton responds to passage of Illinois gaming bill
In response to Illinois’ passage of their own gaming bill, State Senator Eddie Melton (D-Gary) gave the following remarks: “There is obviously a significant potential impact on the city of [...]
Melton reacts to governor’s omission of teachers, public input on teacher salary commission
After reading an article from Chalkbeat regarding the governor’s teacher salary commission, State Senator Eddie Melton (D-Gary) released the following comments: “While I understand this commission, by law, does not [...]
Working for a Better District 3
Below are some of the bills Senator Melton worked on during the 2019 legislative session. Gary economic development This session, the legislature passed two major economic development bills that will [...]
Melton responds to governor’s signature of landmark gaming bill
INDIANAPOLIS -- Wednesday was the final day the governor had to sign House Enrolled Act 1015, the gaming bill that impacts economic development opportunities in Gary and Northwest Indiana, into law. [...]
Unwavering allies of LGBTQ+ Hoosiers
Our 2019 session came to an end on Wednesday, April 24, and we want you to know the Indiana Senate Democrats stand with our LGBTQ+ Hoosiers and will make your [...]
Melton ecstatic on passage of historic gaming, economic development bill for Gary, Northwest Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS -- On the final day of the 2019 legislative session, the long anticipated gaming bill was approved by both the Senate and the House of Representatives. This proposal makes [...]