Indiana Bills

passed · Indiana · House Mar 3, 2025

HB 1608: E-sports industry development study.

Requires the Indiana economic development corporation to study methods and strategies to allow Indiana to become a leader in the development of the e-sports industry and to submit a report on the results of the study to the governor and the general assembly.

Topics ✓ Technology

passed · Indiana · House Mar 3, 2025

HB 1152: Child fatality information.

Provides that the department of child services (department) shall disclose to the public certain information regarding child fatalities or near fatalities. Provides that, upon request, the department may provide additional information regarding cases of child fatalities or near fatalities subject to certain requirements. Makes technical and conforming changes.

passed · Indiana · House Mar 3, 2025

HR 17: Honoring Chief Steve Milstead upon his retirement from the Whitestown Fire Department.

This bill (HR 17) is a ceremonial resolution commending Chief Steve Milstead for his service upon his retirement from the Whitestown Fire Department. It formally recognizes his contributions without creating any new laws or affecting policies. The resolution was introduced by Representative Cash and passed its first reading on March 3, 2025. It does not alter funding, regulations, or rights for any individuals or entities.

passed · Indiana · House Mar 3, 2025

HR 18: Recognizing Gladys Wright on her 100th birthday.

This resolution (HR 18) formally recognizes Gladys Wright for reaching her 100th birthday. It is a non-binding ceremonial measure with no policy changes or direct impact on any individuals, groups, or government programs. The bill was introduced by Representative Klinker and passed its first reading on March 3, 2025. It serves solely to honor an individual's milestone.

passed both · Indiana · House Feb 21, 2025

HCR 26: Recognizing Tuesday, March 4, 2025, as a day to honor the work and mission of the Indiana Region of the American Red Cross.

HCR 26 is a ceremonial resolution designating Tuesday, March 4, 2025, as a day to honor the Indiana Region of the American Red Cross. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a symbolic recognition without binding effect. The resolution was introduced by Representative Clere and has been referred to committees, but it will not change how the Red Cross operates or impact any residents. This type of resolution is common for acknowledging organizations' community contributions.

passed both · Indiana · House Feb 21, 2025

HCR 25: Recognizing April as Parkinson's Awareness Month and April 11, 2025, as World Parkinson's Day.

HCR 25 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing April 2025 as Parkinson's Awareness Month and April 11, 2025, as World Parkinson's Day. It does not create new laws or policies, but formally acknowledges these observances through a joint statement by the legislature. The resolution directly affects no specific individuals or groups, as it serves only to highlight awareness efforts. This procedural bill has advanced through initial readings but holds no binding effect on government action or funding.

passed both · Indiana · House Feb 21, 2025

HCR 23: Recognizing the Indiana State University Band program's centennial.

HCR 23 is a concurrent resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Indiana State University Band program. It formally honors the band's century-long history and contributions to the university and community. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies, funding, or regulations. The resolution passed both chambers of the legislature in early February 2025.

passed both · Indiana · House Feb 21, 2025

HCR 24: Recognizing Indiana State Trooper Nedal Samir Nabhan.

HCR 24 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Indiana State Trooper Nedal Samir Nabhan. It does not create new laws or affect policies; it simply honors the trooper through a formal statement by the Indiana legislature. The resolution was introduced by Representative Moseley, passed unanimously in both chambers with voice votes, and is now pending final action. This type of resolution has no legal effect beyond expressing appreciation.

passed · Indiana · Senate Feb 20, 2025

SCR 22: Supporting a healthier Indiana.

SCR 22 is a concurrent resolution (a symbolic statement, not a law) introduced by Representatives McGuire and Barrett and Senators Johnson, Garten, and Charbonneau. It expresses support for "behaviors, policies, and practices necessary for a healthier Indiana" but does not establish new requirements or affect specific groups. The resolution was referred to the House Committee on Public Health for consideration. It serves as a non-binding statement of legislative support for health initiatives without creating concrete policy changes.

failed · Indiana · Senate Feb 20, 2025

SB 317: Health care debt and costs.

Requires hospitals to do the following: (1) Offer the person who has received health services the opportunity to pay the charges through a payment plan that satisfies certain requirements. (2) Develop a written notice about a charity care program operated by the hospital, provide the notice to patients, and post the notice. (3) Include certain information concerning financial assistance on a billing statement. (4) Requires a hospital that reports an annual gross patient revenue of at least $20,000,000 to provide written notice and information to a person who has requested an eligibility determination concerning a payment plan or charity care. Provides that the unpaid earnings of a consumer who meets specified income eligibility requirements may not be attached by garnishment in satisfaction of: (1) any amount of health care debt owed or alleged to be owed by the consumer; or (2) any amount of the judgment that represents health care debt determined to be owed by the consumer. Provides that: (1) any amount of health care debt owed or alleged to be owed by a consumer; or (2) in an action against a consumer in which a judgment has been entered, any amount of the judgment that represents health care debt determined to be owed by the consumer; does not constitute a lien against the consumer's principal residence for a consumer that meets specified income requirements. Provides that in any action filed in Indiana for the recovery of health care debt owed or alleged to be owed by a consumer, the principal residence of the consumer is not liable to judgment or attachment or to be sold on execution against the consumer.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Indiana · Senate Feb 20, 2025

SR 34: Honoring Ernie Pyle.

This Senate Resolution (SR 34) formally honors war correspondent Ernie Pyle, recognizing his contributions during World War II. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; it is a symbolic gesture of commemoration. The resolution was authored by Senator Yoder and passed by voice vote on February 20, 2025. As a commemorative measure, it has no procedural or substantive policy impact beyond expressing recognition.

passed · Indiana · House Feb 20, 2025

HB 1473: Pocket annexations.

Allows a municipality to annex unincorporated property that becomes completely surrounded by the municipality after June 30, 2025. Requires the municipality to: (1) adopt an annexation fiscal plan; (2) provide notice to landowners in the territory; and (3) hold a public hearing. Provides that the following apply in a pocket annexation: (1) The annexation territory may be divided by railroad tracks. (2) The annexation territory satisfies the contiguity requirements, if the territory on at least one side of the railroad tracks is contiguous to the municipality.

Bill results