Notes: House Votes Against Land-Based Casinos, Unemployment Tax Hike

The Indiana House deep-sixed proposals which would have allowed the state’s maritime casinos to relocate to dry land.

The House also voted last night to kill the proposed increase in the unemployment tax.

A $30 million development including medical offices, a hotel and restaurants is being planned in La Porte.

Japan’s strong economic ties with Indiana will be highlighted at this year’s State Fair.

The Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority has tentatively pledged $19.4 million toward Whiting’s Lakefront Park renovation project.