Phases out state tax on social security over eight years and eliminates income tax for seniors over age 65 who make less than $24,000 (singles) or $32,000 (other) cutting state revenues by $120 million per year when fully implemented.

• IFL position was “NO.”

• Senate Vote: Passed 46 yes – 4 no

Allows a tax credit for donations to mostly private school tuition organizations to fund scholarships or vouchers.

• IFL position was “NO.”
• Senate Vote: Passed 49 yes – 1 no

Limits the interest rate that can be charged on loans secured by title on a motor vehicle.

• IFL position was “YES.”

• Senate Vote: Passed 47 yes – 3 no

• Died in House Commerce Committee

Prohibits retaliation against health care workers for disclosing information regarding violation of professional standards or unsafe practices.

• IFL position was “YES.”

• Senate Vote: Failed 23 yes – 25 no

Besides general appropriations for the Department of Economic Development and Workforce Development, provided $4 million in additional funding to keep rural workforce centers open.

• IFL position was “YES.”

• Passed Senate 44-5

Proposed enactment of rules regulating clearance conditions on or near railroad tracks.

• IFL position was “YES.”

• Senate Vote: Failed 25 yes – 25 no

Increases the IPERS contribution rates for  both employers and employees at the same 60/40 ratio as previously.

• IFL position was “YES.”

• Senate Vote: Passed 46 yes – 0 no