This is a symbolic resolution (not a law) by the Indiana House of Representatives to commemorate the U.S. founding's 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026. It encourages Indiana citizens, communities, schools, and organizations to hold events reflecting on U.S. history and founding principles like liberty and federalism. The resolution specifically urges schools to strengthen civics education about these ideals but does not create new requirements or funding. It has no legal effect beyond expressing the House's recognition of the anniversary.
Amends the percentage increase in a public library's proposed budget that determines whether the public library's proposed budget is subject to binding review by the applicable county, city, or town, fiscal body.
SB 52 (Grandparent visitation) is a procedural bill that directs the legislative council to assign specific topics related to grandparent visitation rights to a study committee. It does not create new law or directly affect individuals; instead, it initiates a formal review process. The bill passed the House unanimously (45-0) on January 22, 2026, and was sponsored by Representative Jeter. It remains pending referral to the Judiciary Committee for further consideration.
Allows the Delaware County executive to adopt an ordinance to consolidate the functions of a board, bureau, commission, authority, or any other similar entity (former entity) authorized to administer funds received from the Delaware County: (1) innkeeper's tax; or (2) food and beverage tax; into a single, consolidated entity as designated in the consolidating ordinance. Specifies that if a consolidating ordinance is adopted, each former entity is abolished on the date the ordinance is adopted, the term of a member serving on each former entity ends on the date the ordinance is adopted, and a subsequent ordinance may not be adopted to restore a former entity and transfer the powers, duties, and responsibilities of innkeeper's tax and food and beverage tax administration back to the former entity. Sets forth transitional provisions that must be included in the ordinance.
Creates the pork market development program (pork program) and the soybean market development program (soybean program). Specifies that the pork program and soybean program apply only if assessments are not levied and collected under federal law. Requires the Indiana Pork Producers Association, Inc., to administer the pork program and the Indiana Soybean Alliance to administer the soybean program. Establishes various procedures and requirements for operating the pork program and the soybean program. Makes technical corrections.
Prohibits a person from using the person's own equipment to copy a recorded document. Specifies that a county recorder is required to charge the fees in the county recorder's statutes for copying documents.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 10) honoring the nonprofit organization "Home Repairs for Good." It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it simply expresses the Senate's recognition of the organization's work. Sponsored by Senator Ford J.D., it was adopted via voice vote on January 27, 2026, with no further legislative action required.
This Senate Resolution honors Jacob W. "Jake" Oakman for his distinguished service to Indiana's tourism, sports, and cultural institutions. It formally recognizes his contributions to these sectors through a ceremonial resolution passed by the Senate. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a public acknowledgment of Oakman's work. It was introduced and adopted by voice vote on January 27, 2026.
This Senate Resolution (SR 11) formally honors Cradle Indy for its efforts in raising awareness and reducing infant mortality rates across Indiana. It directly recognizes the organization's work without creating new laws or allocating funds. The resolution was introduced by Senator Ford J.D. and passed unanimously on January 27, 2026, as a symbolic gesture of legislative appreciation.
HR 10 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February 5, 2026, as "Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Day" at the Indiana State Capitol. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or groups beyond this formal acknowledgment. The bill was introduced by Representative Harris and coauthored by several colleagues, passing its first reading on January 27, 2026. As a procedural resolution, it serves solely to honor the sorority's contributions through a designated day of recognition.
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.
This resolution (HR 13) formally recognizes the 250th anniversary of the United States of America and acknowledges historical Irish ties to the founding events. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any individuals or groups. The bill serves solely as a commemorative statement by Congress, with no implementing mechanisms or concrete policy changes. It was introduced by Rep. O'Brien and co-sponsored by multiple representatives, passing its first reading on January 27, 2026.
