*HC1031*
Introduced Version
HOUSE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION No. ____
DIGEST OF INTRODUCED RESOL UTION
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing March 18,
2025, as Indiana Senior Day at the Indiana Statehouse.
Shackleford, Johnson B, Moseley, Harris,
Bartlett, Klinker, Pierce K, Burton,
Garcia Wilburn, Lucas, Hamilton, Pfaff,
Pierce M, Soliday, Olthoff, Steuerwald,
Lehman, Patterson, Pack, Andrade,
Campbell, Abbott, Clere, Jackson C, Pryor,
Gore, Hatcher, Bauer M, Smith V, Porter,
Summers, Aylesworth, Commons, Baird,
Culp, Sweet, Zimmerman, Karickhoff
_______________________, read first time and referred to Committee on
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First Regular Session of the 124th General Assembly (2025)
HOUSE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION No. ____
1 A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing March 18,
2 2025, as Indiana Senior Day at the Indiana Statehouse.
3 Whereas, Indiana is home to a growing and vibrant senior
4 citizen population with over 1.5 million Hoosiers aged 60 and
5 older, representing more than 20 percent of the state's total
6 population;
7 Whereas, Indiana's seniors contribute significantly to their
8 communities through volunteer work and economic
9 participation, and as caretakers, mentors, and valued members
10 of society;
11 Whereas, The Indiana General Assembly recognizes the
12 critical importance of ensuring that senior citizens have access
13 to the resources and services that enhance their quality of life,
14 protect their well-being, and support their independence;
15 Whereas, Indiana Senior Day 2025 represents the third
16 biannual event dedicated to connecting Indiana's senior citizen
17 community with legislators, government agencies, and a broad
18 network of resources available to them;
19 Whereas, This event offers a valuable opportunity for seniors
20 to learn more about critical services such as health care, senior
21 housing, financial assistance programs, and other vital
22 supports that can improve their daily lives;
23 Whereas, Through such engagements, Indiana Senior Day
24 fosters meaningful dialogue between lawmakers and the senior
25 citizen community, ensuring their voices are heard and their
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1 needs are addressed in the legislative process;
2 Whereas, The success of this event demonstrates the growing
3 commitment of the state of Indiana to the well-being of its
4 senior citizens, who are essential contributors to the state's
5 social, cultural, and economic fabric; and
6 Whereas, Indiana's senior citizen population plays a central
7 role in sustaining the state's workforce and economy,
8 contributing more than $23 billion annually in health care
9 spending, volunteerism, and caregiving services, underscoring
10 the value of their continued engagement and support:
11 Therefore,
12 Be it resolved by the House of Representatives
13 of the General Assembly of the State of Indiana,
14 the Senate concurring:
15 SECTION 1. That the Indiana General Assembly recognizes
16 March 18, 2025, as Indiana Senior Day at the Indiana
17 Statehouse and recognizes the broad impact senior citizens have
18 on the state of Indiana.
19 SECTION 2. That the Principal Clerk of the House of
20 Representatives shall transmit copies of this resolution to State
21 Representative Robin Shackleford for distribution.
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