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The Indiana Department of Revenue's "Tax Bulletin" offers the following useful information to taxpayers:

Indiana's individual income taxes' due date for the extension of time to file is coming up on Nov.

15. If a taxpayer was granted a federal extension of time to file, they were also granted an extension to file with Indiana.

It is important to file by the due date to avoid late filing penalties.

Do Your Research Before Donating to Charities

Are your customers interested in donating to charities assisting communities affected by crises and natural disasters? As tax season approaches, various scams start emerging like fake charity promoters will use emails, websites, and alter their caller ID to appear as a real charity.

The IRS offers the following tips to help protect your clients against these scams:

Ask the caller for the exact name, website and mailing address to confirm the charity validation. The Tax Exempt Organization Search (TEOS) tool is useful to verify legitimacy.
Remember: do not feel pressured into making a payment at that exact moment, charities are happy to receive donations at ANY time.
Avoid providing gift cards or wire transfers when giving donations. Credit cards and checks are the safest ways to donate. Review the FBI’s resources on Charity and Disaster Fraud if you encounter a fake or suspicious charity before you donate.

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If you bought certain generic prescription drugs in the US from 2010 to 2018, you could be eligible for money

Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita, as part of a coalition of 46 states and four territories, has secured $49.1 million in settlements to resolve allegations that two companies engaged in widespread, long-running conspiracies to artificially inflate and manipulate prices, reduce competition, and unreasonably restrain trade with regard to numerous generic prescription drugs.

The two companies represent only a fraction of those implicated in such alleged misconduct. Indiana and other states are pressing forward with lawsuits against the remaining companies not participating in the settlements.

“Hoosiers deserve to know that the prices they pay for generic drugs arise from free and fair competition among pharmaceutical companies,” Attorney General Rokita said. “The fight is not over, and we continue to allege that company executives in this case colluded and conspired to keep prices high at their respective companies. We are holding them accountable for their egregious misconduct.”

As part of settlement agreements, the two companies have agreed to cooperate in ongoing multistate litigations against 30 corporate defendants and 25 individual executives. Both companies have further agreed to a series of internal reforms to ensure fair competition and compliance with antitrust laws.

A $10 million settlement with Heritage Pharmaceuticals is being filed Oct. 31 in the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut in Hartford. A settlement with Apotex for $39.1 million will be finalized and filed in the U.S. District Court in the near future.  The State of Connecticut has led the multistate litigation efforts.

Indiana residents’ ultimate share of the money will be determined by how many request refunds. If you purchased a generic prescription drug manufactured by Heritage or Apotex between 2010 and 2018, you may be eligible for compensation. Call 1-866-290-0182 (toll-free),  email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit  www.AGGenericDrugs.com to see if you are eligible.

A coalition of nearly all states and territories filed three antitrust complaints, starting first in 2016.  

The first complaint included Heritage and 17 other corporate defendants, two individual defendants, and 15 generic drugs. Two former executives from Heritage Pharmaceuticals, Jeffery Glazer and Jason Malek, have since entered into settlement agreements and are cooperating.

The second complaint was filed in 2019 against Teva Pharmaceuticals and 19 of the nation’s largest generic drug manufacturers. The complaint names 16 individual senior executive defendants.

The third complaint, to be tried first, focuses on 80 topical generic drugs that account for billions of dollars of sales in the United States and names 26 corporate defendants and 10 individual defendants.  

Six additional pharmaceutical executives have entered into settlement agreements with the states and have been cooperating to support the states’ claims in all three cases.

With Taylor Swift coming to Indianapolis this weekend, Attorney General Todd Rokita is reminding Swifties that scammers know “All Too Well” how to take advantage of fans and concertgoers.

“I know Hoosiers look forward to seeing their favorite artists in concert, especially someone as big as Taylor Swift,” Attorney General Rokita said. “But when buying tickets, don’t lose your hard-earned money on a scam.”

When buying tickets, here are several tips to make sure you are “Ready For It” and avoid potential scams:

“You Need To Calm Down” and investigate offers that you know are too good to be true. Sellers, especially on online marketplaces and social media websites, may offer tickets at face value (or below) for events that are sold out or in high demand. Many offers end up being scams. Some sellers may say they need to sell tickets quickly, falsely claiming, for example, that they have a sick relative, medical emergency, or an overseas military assignment.

Stay updated through verified channels. Make sure you’re not “Down Bad” and keep an eye on reputable sources like Taylor Swift’s official website and verified ticketing platforms for legitimate announcements about ticket sales and availability.

Only buy from trusted ticket resellers. To avoid “Champagne Problems,” deal with reputable businesses instead of individuals or social media profiles that are not associated with the event. Beware of websites that copy popular ticket sellers’ logos or the tour logos.

Before providing any payment or personal information, research a seller’s “Reputation.” Search the seller’s name, username, email address, phone number and other details for information. Even if you find no negative information, don’t assume that the seller is trustworthy. Scammers change names regularly.

Avoid “Bad Blood” and always use a credit card. With a credit card, if a problem arises, you have the potential for greater protection and the ability to dispute charges, unlike other payment methods. Scammers often request unconventional payment methods that are difficult to trace or recover, such as cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. Unlike credit cards, these transactions are largely irreversible — making it much harder if a ne’er-do-well tries to pull a fast one.

Other payment methods that raise concerns are those involving gift cards, cash, or wire transfers. If you’re using an app to transfer funds, be sure you understand the protections the service provides (or doesn’t) before making a transaction. Use these proper safeguards so you don’t look like the “Foolish One.”

If you think you know the seller, double check. Scammers are “Guilty as Sin” and may hack social media accounts and pretend to be a friend or acquaintance who’s selling tickets. Before sending money, contact your friend directly to make sure the deal is legitimate.

Consumers who believe they have been defrauded should “Speak Now” and immediately report the details to the company they used to make the payment and the Office of the Indiana Attorney General.

Hoosiers can report scams to the Office of the Indiana Attorney General at indianaconsumer.com or by calling 317-232-6330.

Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN–09) has joined a letter to House Leadership supporting the full reauthorization of the Farm Bill by the end of the 118th Congress.

Farmers are currently operating under policies put in place in 2018. Six years later, these outdated policies restrict the growth of our nation’s agricultural community. Production expenses have increased by roughly 30% since 2018, while 2024 inflation-adjusted net cash farm income projections are the worst in 15 years. Many farmers cannot afford to wait another year for updated provisions to address the challenges they face, especially those growing major row crops.

In late May, the House Committee on Agriculture introduced the bipartisan Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024, developed with input from farmers, ranchers, and other stakeholders at listening sessions and town hall events across the country. The bill also included input from the entire Republican Conference and included over 2,600 priorities submitted to the committee by members of Congress.

In their letter supporting the reauthorization of a 5-year Farm Bill, the Members reaffirm their commitment to advancing a bill that meets the needs of production agriculture and rural America. Congresswoman Houchin is dedicated to finding a solution for American farmers.

“Reauthorizing the Farm Bill is critical to supporting our farmers and keeping our agricultural economy strong,” said Congresswoman Houchin. “I will continue to fight for policies that uplift our rural communities and that ensure our farmers and producers have the support they need to succeed.”

Amid ongoing concerns from community members and elected officials, Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued civil investigative demands (CID) to the Seymour and South Bend police departments seeking information on whether their immigration policies comply with state law.

“We are working to ensure units of local government are following the law,” Attorney General Rokita said. “We are putting Hoosiers first – not illegal aliens.

In the CID, Attorney General Rokita states his office is asking for information regarding both police departments’ immigration-related communications, cooperation and enforcement policies.

Indiana law limits the attorney general to investigating and enforcing local government entities that have policies that restrict or limit communication or cooperation with federal immigration authorities or the enforcement of federal immigration law.

Attorney General Rokita has instructed Seymour and South Bend police to produce all documents responsive to his inquiry by November 8, 2024.

“A failure to comply with the CID may result in legal action,” Attorney General Rokita said. “If the documents produced show that either police department has unlawful immigration policies on the books, we will take action as warranted to ensure compliance with state law.”

On top of issuing the CIDs, Attorney General Rokita is currently suing the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department for its refusal to rescind its unlawful immigration policies and recently sent demand letters to officials in Lake and St. Joseph counties warning them of impending legal action if they fail to come into compliance with state law.

Earlier this year, Attorney General Rokita sent similar letters to officials in the cities of East Chicago, Gary, and West Lafayette, which all worked to rescind their unlawful immigration policies to comply with state law after receiving these communications.

Attorney General Rokita said his office will continue to evaluate other local governments.