State moves to Stage 4.5 of ‘Back on Track Indiana’ plan

Governor Eric J. Holcomb recently announced that the state will modify the Back On Track Indiana plan through at least July 17.

In version 4.5 of the plan, most restrictions will stay in place. Elkhart County will remain fully in Stage 4 until at least July 17. Local governments may impose more restrictive guidelines.

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Get a biometric screening, earn a $100 e-gift card

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Mask-up, Hoosiers! Gov. Holcomb, Dr. Box announce initiative to encourage mask wearing

Governor Eric J. Holcomb and Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) Commissioner Dr. Kris Box, M.D., FACOG, have announced a statewide initiative to encourage Hoosiers to wear masks to limit the spread of COVID-19. Read more on page 6 >

Hands-free while driving law now in effect

As of July 1, Indiana law prohibits drivers from holding mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, in their hands while driving to reduce distracted driving and improve safety on Hoosier roadways. Read more on page 6 >

Rainy fun at Ouabache sets the stage for 2020 Run the State return

A drizzly morning didn’t seem to bother a small bison herd as they relaxed on the wet ground of an enclosure that appeared to dampen increasingly by the minute Saturday, June 27.

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You can download the state employee newsletter from the Indiana State Personnel Department (INSPD) website.

• Read July Issue

In this issue:

• State moves to Stage 4.5 of ‘Back on Track Indiana’ plan (pg. 1)
• Welcome to Health and Wellness Month (pg. 2)
• Get a biometric screening, earn a $100 e-gift card (pg. 2)

• Two chances to try out virtual yoga this month! (pg. 3)

• Have a safe and savvy summer with ActiveHealth’s July webinar (pg. 3)
• Grab your team, get your steps! (pg. 3)
• Tips for well-being (pg. 4)
• Tips for well-being continue (pg. 5)
• Mask-up, Hoosiers! Gov. Holcomb, Dr. Box announce initiative to encourage mask wearing (pg. 6)
• Hands-free while driving law now in effect (pg. 6)
• 2020 census operations continue; self-response deadline extended (pg. 7)
• Tax season ends July 15! File your taxes for free now! (pg. 7)
• Stay up to date with COVID-19 news (pg. 7)
• Helpful resources (pg. 7)
• WGU: Exclusive scholarship opportunity for State of Indiana employees (pg. 8)
• WRSP Visitor Center reopens to the public (pg. 9)
• Free outdoor yoga starts soon (pg. 9)
• Indiana State Museum Exhibit: Cause and Effect (pg. 9)
• Lovchik receives lifetime achievement award (pg. 10)
• Rainy fun at Ouabache sets the stage for 2020 Run the State return (pg. 11)

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