Indiana legislators would like to redraw the Indiana-Illinois border to absorb parts of Illinois, but the proposed action would face roadblocks on the Illinois side, which would prevent a border

In November’s election, voters in Madison, Jersey, Calhoun and several other Illinois Counties approved ballot measures that open the door to discussing formation of a new state.

Indiana Speaker of the House Todd Huston wants to start a dialogue with his neighboring state. On Tuesday, the Speaker announced he wants to create the Indiana-Illinois Boundary Adjustment Commission,

Indiana House Republicans unveiled their priorities for 2025, which included a bill to explore adjusting the boundaries of Illinois and Indiana.

Several Illinois counties that have explored the idea of secession might be welcomed with open arms in Indiana. Legislators in Indiana’s Republican-majority General Assembly have introduced a house bill that would establish a commission to discuss whether it’s advisable to adjust the boundary between Illinois and Indiana.

In fact, it might be harder. Indiana Republican House Speaker Todd Huston's proposal for Illinois counties to join Indiana was a surprise to the organizers pushing for secession across the border.

I think this movement has a lot more teeth to it than the governor has given it credit for,” said a resident of Troy.

By: Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Whitney Downard and Casey Smith Indiana Capital Chronicle For The Republic INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston wants the nearly three-dozen Illinois counties that have voted to secede to consider redder pastures.

House Bill 1008, which was unveiled on Tuesday by House Speaker Todd Huston, R-Fishers, would create a so-called "Indiana-Illinois Boundary Adjustment Commission," with the goal of embracing ...

That would require congressional approval and the approval of the Illinois legislature. Joining Indiana, an existing state, wouldn't be any easier. In fact, it might be harder. Indiana Republican House Speaker Todd Huston's proposal for Illinois counties ...

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"Alan has been a steadfast advocate for his constituents and a key leader in the House over the last 12 years," said House Speaker Todd Huston, R-Fishers. "His dedication to working on issues ...