DEI to MEI, state workers return to office [Video]

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Mike Braun, who was sworn in as Indiana’s 52nd Governor on Monday, has signed 19 executive orders pertaining to state government operations.

“These Executive Orders deliver on Gov. Braun’s promise to make state government leaner and more efficient by streamlining state operations, boosting transparency, and promoting fiscal discipline while cutting red tape,” his office said in a press release.

Among these directives, is a notable shift from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives to a focus on Merit, Excellence, and Innovation (MEI). State workers will also be required to return to the office by July 1, 2025.

Here’s an overview of the key initiatives outlined in the new orders:

1. EO 2025-11 – Reorganize Executive Orders: This order establishes a comprehensive page listing active executive orders, thereby bolstering transparency for Hoosiers.
2. EO 2025-12 – Budget Discipline: Governor Braun directs the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) develop policies and incentives to ensure agencies operate within their budgets.
3. EO 2025-13 – Key Performance Metrics:This mandates …