Hoosier Health Matters
Season 2, Episode 1

Date: 1/9/2026
Title: Indiana opts out of Sunbucks again, the vertical flu graph, and a fast-moving legislative session

00:00- Intro

1:08- Indiana opting out of SunBucks program, because they can't afford the $5 million to bring in $70 million to feed hungry children during the summer despite a newly announced $5 billion surplus

3:02- There is a lot of influenza in Indiana right now. If you aren't vaccinated yet, get vaccinated now.

5:06- HHS changes vaccine schedule recommendations to mirror Denmark. Which is like going offroading in a Porsche. Which is stupid. Follow the AAP vaccine schedule.

8:47- Overview of the bills filed thus far for the 2026 session

10:50- Check out the Good Trouble Bill Tracker

11:33- Bills heard this week: SB 91 (Tracey's favorite bill) extends Indiana needle exchange program (GTC supports, passed out of committee), SB 90 clarifies consent around sensitive exams for medical procedures (GTC supports, passed out of committee), SB 51 requires a postpartum visit be scheduled prior to discharge for medicaid patients (GTC supports, no vote taken), SB 139 provides jury duty exemption for breastfeeding women (GTC supports, passed out of committee)

14:07- Tracey's least favorite bill- SB 1 enshrines the ban on soda and candy for SNAP beneficiaries

15:21- Gabe's favorite bill- HB 1014 requires training in order to do ultrasound (which is a problem for crisis pregnancy centers). Gabe's least favorite bill- SB 174- outlaws employers to require vaccines or masks (including hospitals) and would disallow fluoride in water systems (dumb).

20:08- Look for GTC weekly emails with statehouse updates and share with a friend; also share the GTC bill tracker with those you care about

20:55- Wrap up

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