Indiana Republican platform now backs property tax elimination, closed primaries

The Indiana Republican Party has taken a significant step towards major tax reform by endorsing the elimination of property taxes in its new state platform. This move is being championed by a Republican legislator who sees it as a way to relieve local government burdens and potentially shift tax responsibilities to other sources. Additionally, the party has also adopted closed primaries, limiting primary voting to registered party members only. This shift could affect voter turnout and the inclusivity of the party’s nomination process, highlighting a broader trend of conservative policy changes in the state.