US EditionIndiana State Departments See Position Cuts
INDIANA, JUN 9 – The 5% budget holdback aims to save $7.4 million annually and address a $2 billion shortfall while supporting reductions in the state income tax rate, officials said.
- Indiana state departments announced layoffs and position cuts this week in response to the new state budget signed last month in Indiana.
- These cuts are based on an April 16 state revenue projection that highlights substantial declines in sales and income tax collections, driven by federal tariffs and overall economic uncertainty.
- At least 131 state positions were eliminated across agencies including education and commerce, with 39 education-related layoffs notified Wednesday and additional unfilled positions totaling millions in savings.
- Erin Sweitzer said these cuts support Governor Braun's priorities of workforce upskilling, business support, innovation, and regional economic development, generating over $7.4 million in annual savings.
- The staffing reductions reflect a tighter fiscal environment requiring agencies to optimize resources while maintaining essential public services amid a $2 billion budget shortfall.
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Indiana agencies instructed to withhold funds on top of 5% budget cuts
The Braun administration has directed agencies to withhold 5% of their funds from specific budget line items — rather than allowing department heads to identify areas for reserves. This is in addition to appropriation cuts already enacted in the state…
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