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Constituent Services FAQ

Property Taxes:

1. What are the major provisions of the 2008 property tax reform legislation, HEA 1001? (View here) (Listen here)
2. Where can I get general information about property taxes?
3. What property tax deductions am I eligible for and how do I apply?
4. Where can I find information on my county's property taxes and local budget?
5. Where can I find information about local referendum projects?
6. How do I appeal my property tax assessment?

Consumer Protection:

1. What should I do if I believe someone has stolen my identity?
2. How do I place a security freeze on my credit report?
3. What factors determine gas prices?
4. Should I file a formal complaint about gas prices?
5. What should I do if I'm registered on the Do Not Call List but telemarketers still call me?
6. Where can I find out if I have unclaimed property?
7. What should I do if I believe I am a victim of mortgage fraud?
8. Where can I get information on recalled products?

Economic Development, Jobs, and Training:

1. What state programs are available to me if I lose my job?

1. How do I file a claim for unemployment benefits?
2. Where can I search for employment?
3. Where can I find information about the Debit Card Program for unemployment benefits?
4. Where can I find information about Worker's Compensation?
5. Where can I find resources to help me gain additional work-related skills or find a job?
6. How can I start my own business?
7. Where can I find information and resources for my business?

Motor Vehicles and State Identification:

1. Where is the nearest BMV branch?
2. Where can I find information and online services provided by the BMV?
3. Where can I get information on Drivers Licenses and ID Cards?
4. Where can I find information about the new SecureID requirements?
5. Where can I find information about plates and registration?
6. Where are the BMV Self-Service Terminals located?
7. Can I title and register my vehicle at a local auto dealer?

Recreation and Environment:

1. How do I get a Hunting or Fishing License?
2. Where do I find general information about hunting in Indiana?
3. Where do I find general information about fishing in Indiana?
4. Where can I get a listing of Indiana's parks and reservoirs?
5. How can I reserve campsite at a state park?
6. How do I find recycling facilities in my community?
7. How should I dispose of old computers and electronics equipment?

Social Services:

1. Where can I find information about the Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) for Hoosiers without health insurance?
2. How do I apply for HIP or find the status of my application?
3. How do I apply for Food Stamps, Cash Assistance, or Health Coverage?
4. Where can I find my county's local FSSA office?
5. Where do I find information about the Hoosier Healthwise Program for pregnant women and children?
6. Where can I find information about the Rx for Indiana Program to help cover my prescription drug costs?
7. How do I report child abuse or neglect?
8. Where do I report public assistance fraud?
9. Where can I get foreclosure assistance?

Transportation:

1. Where do I find information about highway road restrictions and closings?
2. How do I find the Major Moves construction projects scheduled in my community?
3. Where can I find state maps?

Voting:

1. How do I register to vote?
2. What should I know about Indiana's Voter ID Law before I go to the polls?
3. Can I vote absentee and when is the deadline?
4. How do I find my polling place?