Advocacy Update 2.4.2026

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We are continuing to learn and monitor policies that may impact our local region. The goal of our Advocacy Agenda is to articulate the opportunities and concerns of Southern Indiana businesses and to speak for them as one voice.

Due to the weather, the Advocacy Committee has postponed their trip to the statehouse, but looks forward to meeting with officials today, Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026.

If you are interested in understanding local priorities, you can also register for our upcoming 5 O’clock Network at Indiana-American Water Company for our annual “Meet Your Local Elected Officials.” You can register here.

We encourage everyone to see upcoming deadlines.

Bills we are monitoring:

SB 281 Income tax credits

Status:

  • 2/2/2026 First reading: referred to Committee on Ways and Means
  • 1/29/2026 Referred to the House
  • 1/29/2026 House sponsor: Representative Snow

SB 283 Regional Development Tax Credit

Status:

  • 1/12/2026: First reading: referred to Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy
  • 1/12/2026: Authored by Senators Mishler, Niezgodski
  • Did not advance; Inactive.

HB 1101 Regional Economic Development

Status:

  • 1/05/2026: First reading: referred to Committee on Ways and Means
  • 1/05/2026: Coauthored by Representatives Snow, Lehman
  • 1/05/202: Authored by Representative Heine
  • Did not advance; Inactive.

HB 1018 School age childcare

Status:

  • 1/26/2026: First reading: referred to Committee on Family and Children Services
  • 1/23/2026: Referred to the Senate
  • 1/22/2026: Senate sponsors: Senators Donato, Walker G
  • 1/22/2026: Third reading: passed; Roll Call 65: yeas 93, nays 0

HB 1164 Tax Increment Financing Districts

Status:

  • 1/05/2026: First Reading: referred to Committee on Ways and Means
  • 1/05/2026: Authored by Representative Rowray
  • Did not advance; Inactive.

Bills we oppose:

HB 1104 Nondisclosure Agreements in Economic Development

Status:

  • 1/12/2026: Representative Commons added as coauthor
  • 1/05/2026: First reading: referred to Committee on Government and Regulatory Reform
  • 1/05/2026: Authored by Representative Greene
  • Did not advance; Inactive.

You can find a copy of the 1si 2026 Advocacy Agenda by visiting https://1si.org/advocacy/ or downloading a PDF copy here.  

For Immediate Release: Global Polymers to Relocate and Expand Operations in Charlestown, Indiana

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CHARLESTOWN, Ind. (Feb. 2, 2026) — Global Polymers LLC, a Kentucky‑based, industry leader in recycled Polypropylene resins, announced plans to relocate and expand its operations to Charlestown, Indiana. Backed by strong support from the City of Charlestown and regional partners, the company will reactivate an existing facility at 100 Quality Court, strengthening its manufacturing footprint and positioning the business for continued growth.

The expansion will strengthen Global Polymers’ recycling and manufacturing capabilities and reinforce its commitment to customers. The company also operates Global Freight LLC, a for-hire transportation business supporting its logistics operations.

“This relocation and expansion mark an important milestone for Global Polymers,” said Barry McRoberts, Founder and Managing Member of Global Polymers LLC. “As demand for our products continues to grow, this investment will enhance our ability to serve customers through expanded capabilities and new product offerings. We appreciate the support of the City of Charlestown, One Southern Indiana, and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, whose partnership has been critical to advancing this next phase of growth.”

The company plans to create up to 30 new jobs by 2030 at the Charlestown location, with an average hourly wage of $31.17—well above the current Clark County average wage. Global Polymers also plans to invest more than $8.5 million in the facility through new machinery and equipment, building improvements, special tooling, and other capital expenditures.

“We are excited that Global Polymers has chosen Charlestown for this significant investment,” said Mayor Treva Hodges. “The revitalization of this facility reinforces the strength of our workforce, quality of our community, and highlights our commitment to fostering smart growth and high-quality job opportunities in our community.”

Based on the company’s job creation plans, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation committed an investment in Global Polymers of up to $290,000 in the form of incentive-based tax credits. These incentives are performance-based, meaning the company is eligible to claim state benefits once jobs are created. 

“Indiana’s pro-growth business climate and robust small business ecosystem are attracting quality investments that will further support our economy and residents,” said Governor Mike Braun. “We are proud to welcome Global Polymers to our state and to our southern Indiana community, where the company will have the skilled talent needed to grow.”

“Global Polymers’ decision to stay in the region and grow in southern Indiana demonstrates their confidence in both Charlestown and our regional advantage,” said Lance Allison, President and CEO of One Southern Indiana. “Southern Indiana continues to be a premier hub for advanced manufacturing and logistics, and we’re proud to support this expansion and the quality jobs and products it will create.”

In addition to state support, Global Polymers has received local support through an estimated tax abatement savings of $65,000 over five years from the City of Charlestown on qualifying personal property.  This allows the company to phase in its new taxes over time as operations expand.

For more information about Global Polymers, visit www.globalpolymerscorp.com.

About Global Polymers LLC 

Global Polymers LLC, founded in 1992 by J. Barry McRoberts, is a 9001:2015 certified manufacturer of recycled Polypropylene resins and a recognized authority in closed-loop recycling and certified destruction. The company specializes in mechanical recycling hard-to-recycle polypropylene (PP) materials, including post-consumer (PCR) and post-industrial (PIR). Global Polymers provides molders with a reliable supply of superior-quality recycled resins. Global Polymers’ mission is to provide sustainable solutions for the plastics industry.

About One Southern Indiana 
One Southern Indiana (1si) was formed in July of 2006 as the economic development organization and chamber of commerce serving Clark and Floyd counties. 1si’s mission is to help businesses innovate and thrive in the southern Indiana / Louisville metro area via the three pillars of Business Resources, Economic Development, and Advocacy. For more information on One Southern Indiana, visit www.1si.org. 

MEDIA CONTACTS

Global Polymers LLC
J. Barry McRoberts
Email: Barry@globalpolymerscorp.com
Phone: 502-552-2050

Indiana Economic Development Corporation
Ashley Gibbons
Email: comms@iedc.in.gov

One Southern Indiana
Ellinor Smith
ESmith@1si.org 
Phone: 217-320-4832

Welcome New Members | January 2026

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One Southern Indiana welcomes the following members that joined or rejoined during the month of January 2026.

Thank You for Renewing Your Membership | January 2026

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One Southern Indiana would like to thank the following members for renewing their membership during the month of January 2026.

Quarter Century Club (25 Years or More)Member Since
Graceland Baptist Church1970
DMLO CPAs & Advisors – New Albany1972
Greater Clark County Schools1980
Dennis Ott & Company, Inc.1990
City of New Albany1992
First Harrison Bank1999
Smith Creek, Inc.2001
  
10-24 Years 
Park Community Credit Union2006
Theresa J. Lamb Insurance Agency, Inc.2009
Environmental Compliance Source, LLC2010
Community Montessori Charter Public School2013
HMC Service Company, Inc.2015
Denton Floyd Real Estate Group2016
  
5-9 Years 
W.M. Kelley Company, Inc.2017
The Breakwater2017
Cunningham Campers, Inc.2017
S&ME, Inc.2018
ARC Janitorial Supply2018
The Floyd County Library2018
HoneyBaked Ham2018
Heritage Ford2019
ImmunoTek Bio Centers, LLC2021
  
2-4 Years 
Brookstone Financial LLC2022
Olive Tree Resources2022
Pet Wants Clarksville2022
Red Yeti2022
Harrison County Lifelong Learning2023
Floyd County Parks and Recreation2023
Wilson Education Center2023
Rural 1st2023
AG Master Tile & More2023
CannaRaised2023
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)2024
The Skin Group, PLLC2024
WorK Architecture + Design2024
Livability Media dba Journal Communications, Inc.2024
Black Box Dumpster2024
Porta Kleen2024
Ten20 Craft Brewery2024
  
One Year 
Partners Personnel2025
ECS Southeast LLC2025
Floyd County Animal Rescue League2025
ENCON Equipment2025
MAS Consulting, LLC2025

For Immediate Release: PC3 Health Expands Operations to Indiana, Creating 40 New Jobs in Jeffersonville

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JEFFERSONVILLE, IN. (1/29/2026) – Indiana leaders announced that Physician Care Coordination Consultants LLC (PC3 Health), a growing health care services company, is expanding into southern Indiana with a new office location in Jeffersonville. The expansion will create 40 new premium wage full-time jobs as the company establishes operations at 903 Spring Street in Jeffersonville, Indiana.

The new Jeffersonville location will support PC3 Health’s continued growth as it partners with hospitals and health systems across the country to improve utilization management, case management, and overall clinical and financial performance.

“Indiana’s robust life sciences sector and talent pipeline are primed to support health care services providers like PC3 Health,” said Governor Mike Braun. “PC3 Health joins a growing list of innovative and tech-enabled companies, from small businesses to Fortune 500 firms, choosing Indiana and its communities for long-term growth.”

The company’s new office will house a range of professional positions, including physician advisors, case managers, data analysts, and administrative support staff. The Jeffersonville site allows PC3 Health to tap into the growing health care and life sciences workforce in the region while remaining closely connected to hospital partners throughout the Midwest and beyond.

“We are excited to expand our footprint into Indiana and become part of the Jeffersonville community,” said Karan Shah, M.D., managing partner of PC3 Health. “Our mission is to provide strategic guidance and clinical expertise to hospitals navigating the increasing complexity of payor relationships, utilization, and case management. This expansion positions us to better serve our partners while creating meaningful, well-paying jobs in the region.”

Local and regional community leaders also welcomed the announcement, noting the importance of attracting health care and professional services employers to the city’s downtown corridor.

“PC3 Health’s decision to locate in the City of Jeffersonville is yet another victory for our growing community and we welcome their presence and partnership,” said Mayor Mike Moore. “This announcement brings new premium high-wage jobs for our residents, reactivates a key commercial building on Spring Street, and further reinforces Jeffersonville’s reputation as a destination for innovation.”

“Health care and life sciences remain priority sectors for southern Indiana,” said Lance Allison, President & CEO of One Southern Indiana Chamber & Economic Development. “PC3 Health’s investment underscores the region’s ability to support fast-growing, high-impact companies that invest in their people, customers, and community.”

PC3 Health specializes in utilization management and case management services for hospitals, helping reduce claim denials, improve patient throughput, and enhance financial performance. The Jeffersonville expansion represents the company’s next phase of growth as demand for its services continues to increase nationwide.

For more information about PC3 Health, visit www.pc3health.com

About PC3 Health 
PC3 Heath are the approvals champion. We fight for better outcomes and brighter futures for healthcare organizations and the patients and communities they serve. We are physicians, nurses, and administrators who have experienced what healthcare organizations experience. We know how to help them get more yes, to ensure providers get the support they need to deliver the quality care patients need today and in the future. By working hand-in-hand with healthcare organizations, we leverage an innovative blend of data analysis, technology and human interaction to go beyond simply overturning payor denials and build strategies for future prevention.

About One Southern Indiana 
One Southern Indiana (1si) was formed in July of 2006 as the economic development organization and chamber of commerce serving Clark and Floyd counties. 1si’s mission is to help businesses innovate and thrive in the southern Indiana / Louisville metro area via the three pillars of Business Resources, Economic Development, and Advocacy. For more information on One Southern Indiana, visit www.1si.org. 

MEDIA CONTACTS

PC3 Health
Nicole Yates
Nicole.Yates@pc3health.com
(812) 987-6266

One Southern Indiana
Ellinor Smith
ESmith@1si.org
217.320.4832

Advocacy Update 1.28.2026

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We are continuing to learn and monitor policies that may impact our local region. The goal of our Advocacy Agenda is to articulate the opportunities and concerns of Southern Indiana businesses and to speak for them as one voice. 

Due to weather, the Advocacy Committee has postponed their trip to the statehouse but continue to look forward to meeting with officials at a future date. 

If you are interested in understanding local priorities, you can also register for our upcoming 5 O’clock Network at Indiana-American Water Company for our annual, “Meet Your Local Elected Officials.” You can register here. 

We encourage everyone to see upcoming deadlines. 

  • Monday January 26 – Latest Day session must reconvene (IC 2-2.1-1-3) 
  • Thursday January 29 – Last day for 3rd reading of Senate bills in Senate 
  • Thursday January 29 – Last Day for 3rd reading of House bills in the House. 

 

Bills we are monitoring: 

SB 283 Regional Development Tax Credit 

Status: 

  • 1/12/2026: First reading: referred to Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy 
  • 1/12/2026: Authored by Senators Mishler, Niezgodski 

HB 1101 Regional Economic Development 

Status: 

  • 1/05/2026: First reading: referred to Committee on Ways and Means 
  • 1/05/2026: Coauthored by Representatives Snow, Lehman 
  • 1/05/202: Authored by Representative Heine 

HB 1164 Tax Increment Financing Districts 

Status: 

  • 1/05/2026: First Reading: referred to Committee on Ways and Means 
  • 1/05/2026: Authored by Representative Rowray 

 

Bills we oppose: 

HB 1104 Nondisclosure Agreements in Economic Development 

Status: 

  • 1/12/2026: Representative Commons added as coauthor 
  • 1/05/2026: First reading: referred to Committee on Government and Regulatory Reform 
  • 1/05/2026: Authored by Representative Greene 

 

You can find a copy of the 1si 2026 Advocacy Agenda by visiting https://1si.org/advocacy/ or downloading a PDF copy here. 

Strong Output, Slower Hiring: A Look at Recent Economic Trends

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submitted by Uric Dufrene, Ph.D., Sanders Chair in Business, Indiana University Southeast
 

The current macroeconomy has been described by some as a “no hire–no fire” economy. Gross domestic product (GDP), a measure of the market value of goods and services produced, has been strong, with third-quarter estimates now at 4.4%. In the most recent quarter, growth was driven primarily by a combination of the resilient consumer, and a reversal of the import surge observed during the first quarter of the year.

Despite the strong growth, comparable gains have not followed in the labor market. Payroll growth has slowed significantly from last year, and hiring activity has declined. Layoffs, however, have not surged. In fact, layoffs remain at historically low levels and well below arecession threshold of roughly 350,000 initial claims per week. Employers, it seems, are holding onto workers, but are increasingly reluctant to add new ones.

Closer to home, we are observing similar patterns across the State of Indiana. The latest state GDP report shows robust 5.1% growth in the third quarter, the strongest quarterly growth since late 2023. Yet job gains for both 2024 and 2025 are running at the slowest pace of the past decade, excluding the sharp losses associated with the COVID recession. Year over year, Indiana payroll employment is ahead by roughly 19,000 jobs, below both pre-pandemic and post-pandemic averages of approximately 27,000 and 38,000 jobs, respectively.

Interestingly, 2019 produced the third-weakest year for job growth over the past decade, with payrolls rising by only about 20,000 jobs. That year followed the implementation of tariffs in 2018, including those on steel and aluminum, an important point of reference for today.

Nearly all the jobs added over the past year in Indiana came from healthcare, which accounted for roughly 17,000 of the 19,000 net jobs gained. Other notable gains came from professional and business services, which added about 9,000 jobs, and construction, which contributed another 3,000.

Indiana remains a national hub for both manufacturing and logistics. Both sectors are particularly sensitive to trade policy, and both struggled in 2025. Transportation and warehousing shed approximately 4,000 jobs over the year, while manufacturing employment was essentially flat. For manufacturing, however, 2025 represented something of a stabilization year following losses of roughly 14,000 and 10,000 jobs in the prior two years.

Turning to Louisville Metro, the latest data show that payroll growth has modestly accelerated in the second half of the year. While the most recent figures show a net gain of about 2,000 jobs over the year, average monthly gains in the second half exceeded those seen earlier in the year. Unlike Indiana, healthcare is no longer the dominant job-creation sector in Louisville Metro, adding fewer than 1,000 jobs in 2025. Last year, Louisville healthcare drove a significant component of overall job growth.

Like Indiana, Louisville is both a manufacturing region and a logistics hub, and both sectors experienced job losses over the past year. Manufacturing employment declined only slightly, but transportation and warehousing shed approximately 2,000 jobs. Construction, by contrast, added more than 2,000 jobs.

Taken together, 2025 stands out as one of the slowest years for job growth for both Indiana and Louisville Metro. Higher interest rates initially weighed on manufacturing activity beginning in 2022. More recently, however, the impact of tariffs appears to be a growing headwind for both the Indiana economy and the Louisville Metro area. Tariff-sensitive sectors such as manufacturing and transportation and warehousing have borne the brunt of these effects. With GDP growth running strong and consumer spending remaining resilient, tariffs increasingly stand out as a key factor holding back job growth.

Advocacy Update 1.21.2026

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We are continuing to learn and monitor policies that may impact our local region. The goal of our Advocacy Agenda is to articulate the opportunities and concerns of Southern Indiana businesses and to speak for them as one voice. 

Our Advocacy Committee continues to meet and discuss relevant bills to our local businesses and constituents. Together, they look forward to going to the statehouse next week where they will speak with elected officials on behalf of the bills and priorities they are monitoring. In the meantime, our Advocacy Committee looks forward to learning more about other bills and local priorities to track in our upcoming advocacy updates. 

We encourage everyone to see upcoming deadlines. 

  • Monday January 26 – Latest Day session must reconvene (IC 2-2.1-1-3) 
  • Thursday January 29 – Last day for 3rd reading of Senate bills in Senate 
  • Thursday January 29 – Last Day for 3rd reading of House bills in the House. 

 

Bills we are monitoring: 

SB 283 Regional Development Tax Credit 

Status: 

  • 1/12/2026: First reading: referred to Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy 
  • 1/12/2026: Authored by Senators Mishler, Niezgodski 

HB 1101 Regional Economic Development 

Status: 

  • 1/05/2026: First reading: referred to Committee on Ways and Means 
  • 1/05/2026: Coauthored by Representatives Snow, Lehman 
  • 1/05/202: Authored by Representative Heine 

HB 1164 Tax Increment Financing Districts 

Status: 

  • 1/05/2026: First Reading: referred to Committee on Ways and Means 
  • 1/05/2026: Authored by Representative Rowray 

 

Bills we oppose: 

HB 1104 Nondisclosure Agreements in Economic Development 

Status: 

  • 1/12/2026: Representative Commons added as coauthor 
  • 1/05/2026: First reading: referred to Committee on Government and Regulatory Reform 
  • 1/05/2026: Authored by Representative Greene 

 

You can find a copy of the 1si 2026 Advocacy Agenda by visiting https://1si.org/advocacy/ or downloading a PDF copy here. 

Strengthening Our Collective Voice: IEDA Announces 2026 Leadership

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New Albany, IN – January 20, 2026 – At the Indiana Economic Development Association (IEDA) Annual Meeting this December, a community of practitioners came together not just to reflect on a year of progress, but to empower the leaders who will guide a shared mission forward.

They are proud to announce the election of their new Board Members and Officers for the upcoming year. These individuals represent the heart of Indiana’s economic development profession—bringing diverse expertise from urban centers to rural towns, all united by a single goal: creating opportunity for every Hoosier.

“The Indiana Economic Development Association has been a critical resource and catalyst for collaborative growth in the State of Indiana since 1968, and it is a distinct honor to serve my peers and state as Board Chair,” said the newly elected Board Chair, John Launius. “The IEDA, alongside a membership rich with expertise and experience, will continue to advocate, educate, and ensure statewide connectivity of economic development professionals and partners. I am humbled and excited to serve my peers, partners, and the State of Indiana in such a meaningful way.”

Leading the Way Together
The following leaders were elected by the membership to serve as advocates, mentors, and voices for 2026:

New Officers:
Chair: John Launius, One Southern Indiana
Vice Chair: Bethany Hartley, South Bend – Elkhart Regional Partnership
Secretary: Tenille Zartman, Grow Wabash County
Treasurer: Bryan Brackemyre, Indiana Municipal Power Agency

New Board Members:
Rachel Huser, Wabash Valley Power Alliance
Corey Murphy, New Castle Henry County Econ. Dev. Corp.
Chris Pfaff, Knox County Indiana Economic Development

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A Note from the IEDA
Economic development is more than just transactions; it’s about the people behind the progress. As Indiana’s only statewide association dedicated to this profession, IEDA serves as a “professional home” where practitioners find the credibility, belonging, and tools they need to thrive.

When our members are supported, their communities are stronger. We welcome these new leaders to the helm as we continue to share knowledge, influence policy, and invest in the leadership development that ensures long-term prosperity in every corner of our state.

About IEDA
Since 1968, the Indiana Economic Development Association (IEDA) has been the united voice for the people building Indiana’s future. Representing over 400 members across local organizations, agencies, and corporations, we are a member-driven network focused on connection and growth. We provide the training and advocacy that empower professionals to turn vision into reality.

For more information on how we’re building opportunity together, visit www.ieda.org.
Media Contact: Jill Ewing, (317) 454-7013

About One Southern Indiana 
One Southern Indiana (1si) was formed in July of 2006 as the economic development organization and chamber of commerce serving Clark and Floyd counties. 1si’s mission is to help businesses innovate and thrive in the Southern Indiana / Louisville metro area via the three pillars of Business Resources, Economic Development, and Advocacy. For more information on One Southern Indiana, visit www.1si.org.
Media Contact: Ellinor Smith, (812) 206-9029

1si Non-Profit Spotlight: Guerin Woods & Providence House

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Guerin Woods & Providence House provides income-based senior living for independent individuals and a unique residential family reunification program for families involved with the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS). Their founders had a vision of a multi-generational campus that would uplift one another as individuals move along in their journey of life. Watch the video below to learn more about their mission and how you can support them.