Delk McNally Represents Union School Corporation in Lawsuit Against State of Indiana Over Senate Enrolled Act 1
June 2025 – Muncie, IN
Delk McNally LLP is proud to represent Union School Corporation in a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of Senate Enrolled Act 1, recently signed into law by Indiana Governor Mike Braun. The legislation, while broadly framed as a property tax reform measure, includes a controversial provision that mandates the dissolution of Union School Corporation in 2027 and prohibits it from incurring new financial obligations after July 1, 2025.
Filed in Randolph County, the suit contends that the law violates multiple provisions of the Indiana Constitution, including the right of local control, due process, and equal protection under the law. Union School Corporation and its leadership argue that the legislation was passed without due consideration of its impact on the district, its students, or the broader community.
Delk McNally Partner Jason Delk, one of the lead lawyers in the case stated: “this law is unprecedented in its targeted nature. We believe it sets a dangerous precedent for the forced dissolution of a local school corporation without meaningful input from the community it serves. Our goal is to ensure that Union School Corporation—and the students and families who depend on it—are treated fairly under the law.”
The legal challenge has garnered statewide media attention. In fact, just recently, Delk McNally was successful in its recent efforts to secure a preliminary injunction against the enforcement of the law, which will ensure Union School Corporation can continue with its normal operations through at lease July 1, 2027. A link to Delk McNally, LLP and Union School Corporation’s recent legal victory can be found here: