The governor of Indiana, Mike Braun, signed an executive order aimed at removing government-imposed tax penalties on marriage in the state. According to Braun, marriage is essential for strong families and communities, and Indiana’s tax and benefits systems should not penalize residents for getting married.
The executive order highlighted the benefits of marriage, such as higher lifetime earnings for married individuals and the positive impact of intact families on children’s upward mobility. Braun emphasized that marriage has been a fundamental building block of society for centuries and plays a crucial role in a person’s success sequence, which includes graduating from high school, obtaining full-time employment, and waiting until at least age 21 before getting married and having children.
The executive order directed state agencies to review current tax policies and recommend changes to incentivize marriage and remove burdens placed on married individuals. Agencies must provide reports outlining recommended changes by July 1 to ensure that Indiana’s policies support strong families.
Braun’s office also expressed concern about disincentives to marriage that exist within welfare programs, noting that participation in these programs can reduce the likelihood of marriage while a mother is receiving benefits. The executive order is seen as a positive step towards promoting family values in Indiana and ensuring that state policies support the institution of marriage.
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