Thank you for your interest and support. The Indiana Association of United Ways usually provides its Policy Update on "odd Fridays" (1st, 3rd and 5th Fridays). Contact us if you have any questions or comments about content (past, present or desired for the future).
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 IaUW leadership begins visioning sessions
As IaUW prepares for visioning and strategic planning, staff leadership work with innovation lab facilitator Jim Yu from United Way Worldwide. See video.
In the coming months, we will share highlights from our analysis, learnings and key questions for the future. Our members and board will have the opportunity to participate in an innovation lab this summer.
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 Vote in the May 3 primary
The Indiana primary election takes place on Tuesday, May 3, 6am-6pm, local time. As noted in previous updates, many races are contested this cycle. View the list of candidates by political party and district. Verify your polling place, and remember to take your photo ID. Registered voters may select either ballot in Indiana.
The Indianapolis Star offers information; simply enter your address to find your ballot and candidate info. The League of Women Voters offers nonpartisan voter information as well. Enter your address to build your ballot.
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Legislative Study Committees on the Calendar 
During the legislative session many interim study committee topics are recommended by the General Assembly. These committees provide legislators with more information on certain topics such as redistricting, immigration and more. The meetings allow experts in the field and state agencies to share information about the current state of certain issues in Indiana. Upcoming committee meetings include:
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 Attend the Indiana Summit for Economic Development via Early Learning Coalitions on June 7 
The Indiana Summit for Economic Development via Early Learning Coalitions: The Early Advantage for our Communities and Economy - Win Early will take place in Muncie on June 7. This free event allows community leaders and stakeholders to come together to understand the business case for investment in early childhood and ways to develop and sustain an early learning coalition in your community. Learn more about the summit, share with your networks and register to attend.
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The Senate Finance Committee approved an amendment to allow the IRS to fund Volunteer Income Tax Assistance at up to $30M (from $15M) in the Taxpayer Protection Act of 2016. Many thanks to Sen. Coats and his staff for support of VITA.
The IRS VITA grant and Tax Credit for the Elderly grant materials are available. A webcast will be held May 4 at 1pmET. Register online. Deadline is May 31.
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New HIP materials 
The Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) have provided updated Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) materials. The HIP 2.0 brochure has been revised to reflect recent eligibility changes due to updates to the Federal Poverty Level. The website has also been updated to reflect the new income standards. If you would like to receive new brochures for your organization, contact FSSA and tell them how many you need and your contact information.
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Weigh in on issues important to you!
Submitting comments during rulemaking periods is an important way to shape policy. State and federal agencies appreciate specific comments about possible impacts and ways to improve proposed rules. Below are a few open comment periods:
- FSSA, Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services - related to rate changes for providers of Community Based Integration and Habilitation (CIH) waiver and Family Supports waiver. See announcement. Deadline: 5/12/16.
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FSSA, Division of Mental Health and Addictions - related to minimum standards for opioid addiction treatment programs. See LSA #16-1, or proposed rule. Deadline: 6/30/16.
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 IaUW Public PolicyIaUW is a nonpartisan organization that works to advance policy principles and compromise solutions for the common good. We focus on policies that are aligned with the impact work in local communities conducted by our 60 United Ways and United Funds.
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Education, so that children are prepared for and succeed in school;
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Income/Financial Stability, so that individuals and families may achieve and sustain financial stability;
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Health, so that individuals may access quality healthcare; and
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Strong Communities, where a statewide 2-1-1 network and a strong charitable sector help communities thrive.
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Frequently Requested Links / Documents
iauw.org - Learn about the Indiana Association of United Ways, current trainings and conferences and the ways we support local United Ways/Funds, partners and communities.
IaUW Policy / Advocacy info - Review and download IaUW Policy Priorities, Third House calendar, bill lists, fact sheets, talking points and testimony.
Federal Advocacy Action Center - Contact your member of Congress provided through our partnership with United Way Worldwide.
IaUW Policy Update Archive - Read prior issues, special articles and key documents produced by IaUW related to public policy and advocacy.
Community Report Card - Check out key indicators in Education, Income and Health for your neighborhood, county or region.
IN211.org - S earch for human service information available through the referral database or by calling 2-1-1. Download reports about resources, needs, gaps and trends from Indiana 211 Partnership.
NRN Calendar - Register for high-quality and affordable training for nonprofit staff and volunteers by the Indiana Nonprofit Resource Network.
Indiana General Assembly - Check the hearing or floor schedule, watch a live or recorded hearing or floor session and look up your legislators.
Congress.gov - Look up bills introduced or passed in Congress.
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