HB 1265 Indiana House · 2026 Regular Session

Natural resource entrance fees.

Summary
Allows counties to adopt an ordinance to impose a surcharge of not more than $2 in addition to the fees charged by the department of natural resources (department) for entry into state parks and state recreation areas. Requires the department to collect the surcharge and to report and pay the surcharge to each county treasurer. Provides that the revenue collected is to be used for purposes related to first responders and infrastructure improvements. Provides that the surcharge may not be imposed on a person who holds an annual pass.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 6, 2026 Last action Jan 6, 2026
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Tim Yocum
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