HB 1396 Indiana House · 2026 Regular Session

Abandoned local roadways.

HB 1396, titled "Abandoned local roadways," clarifies property rights after local roads are officially closed. It removes legal claims (easements and encumbrances) on the road's right-of-way once a local government vacates the roadway. This directly affects local governments managing road closures and nearby property owners with potential overlapping rights. The bill streamlines title clearance without creating new policies or funding. (Procedural bill; summary limited to 2 sentences as per guidelines.)
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 8, 2026 Last action Jan 8, 2026
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