Senate Enrolled Act 1

The total spending plan is just under $180 million. That’s a drop of more than $10 million from the advertised proposal, after county officials trimmed the General, Highway, Health, and Election and Registration funds.

Elkhart unveiled its proposed 2026 budget this week while city leaders say a state law change will shrink local revenue and force difficult choices in coming years.

Local leaders issued a joint statement urging the Indiana General Assembly to correct unintended consequences in Senate Enrolled Act 1 during the 2026 legislative session.