{"id":122282,"date":"2025-08-21T14:10:42","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T18:10:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/?p=122282"},"modified":"2025-08-27T19:46:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T23:46:41","slug":"governor-over-70m-in-savings-31-roi-in-first-six-months","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/2025\/08\/21\/governor-over-70m-in-savings-31-roi-in-first-six-months\/","title":{"rendered":"Governor: Over $70M in savings, 3:1 ROI in first six months"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Just six months into Indiana Governor Mike Braun\u2019s first term, the Indiana Department of Administration has delivered more than $72.2 million in cost avoidance.<\/p>\n

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News release from Indiana Governor Mike Braun’s office:<\/p>\n

Gov. Mike Braun Delivers Over $70 Million in Savings, Achieves 3:1 ROI in First Six Months<\/strong><\/p>\n

Indianapolis, Indiana (August 21, 2025) \u2013 Just six months into Governor Mike Braun\u2019s first term, the Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA) has delivered more than $72.2 million in cost avoidance, equivalent to 339% of the department\u2019s operating budget, and $37.6 million in direct savings, representing 177% of the budget. These early results reflect a 3:1 return on investment and highlight the administration\u2019s fast-track approach to disciplined, results-driven governance.<\/p>\n

\u201cHoosiers expect their government to be lean, effective, and accountable,\u201d said Governor Mike Braun. \u201cI am focused on delivering real value, not just promises. These early results show what\u2019s possible when we lead with discipline, innovation, and a relentless focus on outcomes.\u201d<\/p>\n

Among the most impactful initiatives was pre-tariff enterprise bargaining for fleet vehicles, which saved $1.36 million and avoided $37 million in future costs by leveraging utilization data and bulk purchasing. This strategy eliminated $37 million in Motor Pool expenses for the biennium and reclaimed 50 staff hours in administrative time.<\/p>\n

Additional highlights include:<\/p>\n