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  • Protecting Our Great Outdoors: A Visit with Indiana’s Conservation Officers
    This past week at the Statehouse, I had the distinct honor of hosting several of our Indiana Conservation Officers from the Southern District. ​ As many of you know, our DNR officers do much more than just patrol our woods and waterways. They are our first line of defense in protecting Indiana’s natural resources, ensuring…
  • Investing in the Next Generation of Ag Leaders!
    State Senator Jim Tomes was honored to visit the Mt. Vernon High School FFA chapter on January 21. Keeping with his annual tradition, Jim was joined by State Senator Brian Buchanan to see firsthand the incredible work these students are doing. Agriculture is the backbone of our community, and Jim is committed to showcasing the…
  • Statement from State Sen. Jim Tomes
    State Senator Jim Tomes, Here is my statement on Indiana Governor Mike Braun’s State of the State. “It was encouraging to hear the governor speak about Indiana’s economy and our GDP growing faster than the surrounding states. “I also enjoyed listening to his remarks on the state police and all the accomplishments they have made…
  • Tomes Files For Re-election
    Mt. Vernon, IN – Jan, 9th 2026State Senator Jim Tomes filed for re-election this week to continuerepresenting residents of Indiana State Senate District 49. Since hiselection to the Indiana Senate in 2010, Senator Tomes has workedtirelessly to give the common man a voice in Indianapolis. Senator Tomesworks for Hoosiers all year long, not just when…
  • Senator Jim Tomes Talks About Issues In Southern Indiana – Lawmakers
    Sen. Jim Tomes has a discussion about legislation from the Statehouse on the 2025 session that effects Indiana and the Southern Indiana area. Watch Indiana State Senator Jim Tomes discuss legislative issues such as, state budget bills, education, property taxes, SB235 DEI Diversity Equity Inclusion, Energy production Small Modular Nuclear Reactors Center Point Energy rate…