February 12, 2010
Legislative Update at Crossover — A look at priority bills
In the Senate
SJR 13 — Marriage Amendment — mends Indiana’s Constitution to reflect state law that a marriage can be between only one man and one woman.
Church position: supports SJR 13; it strengthens traditional marriage and promotes the common good of society.
Status: Passed the Senate 39-10.
Next action: Headed to the House.
SB 213 — Unauthorized Alien — increases penalties for undocumented persons, and requires government and government contractors to use the E-Verify system to verify worker’s citizenship.
Church position: opposes SB 213; it causes hardships for all immigrant families, documented and undocumented.
Status: Passed the Senate 46-4
Next action: Headed to the House.
In the House
HB 1367 — Education Matters — delays the implementation of the scholarship tax credit for two years.
Church position: opposes HB 1367; educational opportunity through school choice should not be delayed.
Status: Passed the House 51-48.
Next action: Headed to the Senate.