Housing

Expires various property tax exemptions allowed in current law. Provides that certain property tax abatements may not be granted after December 31, 2030. Authorizes a county fiscal body to adopt an ordinance that exempts certain homesteads owned by an individual who is at least 65 years of age from property taxation. Makes corresponding changes.

Prohibits an individual from camping, sleeping, or using for long term shelter land owned by the state or a political subdivision, unless the land has been authorized for that use by law. Provides, if certain elements are met, that a person who knowingly or intentionally uses land owned by the state or a political subdivision for unauthorized camping, sleeping, or long term shelter commits a Class C misdemeanor. Allows an individual to be referred to a problem solving court program for a violation. Prohibits a political subdivision from adopting or enforcing any policy that prohibits or discourages the enforcement of any order or ordinance prohibiting public camping, sleeping, or other obstruction of a sidewalk. Authorizes a resident of the political subdivision, an owner of a business located in the political subdivision, or the attorney general to bring a civil action to enjoin a political subdivision that adopts or enforces such a policy.

SB 104 requires landlords in Indiana to meet specific criteria to lease properties after June 30, 2026. Landlords must either be authorized to do business in Indiana, maintain a physical office in the state, hire an Indiana-licensed real estate broker to manage the property, or own five or fewer properties statewide. The bill directly affects out-of-state landlords and large property management entities operating in Indiana. The Indiana Attorney General can enforce these rules and take action against landlords who lease property without meeting the requirements. (Note: The bill's title "Vehicle Bill" appears inconsistent with its content; the abstract describes landlord leasing rules, not vehicle regulations.)