Mike Braun: “That would happen if, in fact, both chambers were willing to do it, and at this stage of the game, there’s not been a…”

I think there are too many other issues that I’ve talked about that state government needs to keep moving in the right direction.

We would be a state that would be in the best shape of almost any to be able to do it — and he’s got a point there because any of the help we’re getting, 100% of it is borrowed money.

I have been clear (that) affordability is my top priority for Hoosiers. As families and businesses continue to feel the pressure of rising costs, it’s essential that we have leaders who will be ratepayer conscience.

Next step would be (that) we’ll find a replacement for Andy, and nothing else to announce there other than I was disappointed that he didn’t take on affordability and holding utilities accountable.