Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced he appointed Deputy Director Joseph M. Habig as the acting budget director of the State Budget Agency. Habig will replace Budget Director Zac Jackson who will step down from his role on April 5.
“Joe has proven his dedication, financial expertise and leadership qualities during some of the most unpredictable times in recent history,” Gov. Holcomb said. “He is a steward of fiscal leadership who cares deeply about the future of Indiana which is why he is the perfect candidate to provide the continuity during the remainder of my administration.”
Habig will continue to serve in his current role as deputy director of the State Budget Agency while taking on the duties of budget director. As acting director, he will work with agencies to prepare the next biennial budget.
Habig has served more than eight years in Indiana’s Army National Guard and is currently an infantry officer in the 1st Battalion 151st Infantry Regiment of the 76th Infantry Brigade.
He earned an undergraduate degree from Indiana University and a master’s degree from Indiana University’s Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs.
Habig will begin his role as acting budget director on April 8.