Indiana Bills

passed · Indiana · Senate Apr 7, 2025

SR 54: Honoring Judge Patricia Riley.

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 54) recognizing Judge Patricia A. Riley's service upon her retirement from the Indiana Court of Appeals. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or people beyond formally honoring her retirement. The resolution was introduced by Senator Koch and unanimously adopted by the Senate on April 7, 2025. It serves solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for her judicial career.

Eric Koch (R) · 49 co-sponsors

passed · Indiana · House Apr 7, 2025

HR 43: Congratulating the Jeffersonville High School boys basketball team on winning the 2025 IHSAA Class 4A state championship title.

HR 43 is a symbolic resolution formally recognizing the Jeffersonville High School boys basketball team for winning the 2025 IHSAA Class 4A state championship. It directly honors the team, coaches, and school community without creating any new laws or funding. The bill serves solely as a ceremonial expression of legislative support and does not impose requirements or alter policies. This procedural resolution was introduced by Representatives Chesser, Engleman, Clere, and Payne and adopted on April 7, 2025.

passed · Indiana · House Apr 7, 2025

HR 44: Recognizing Sue Scott.

This resolution recognizes Sue Scott, a local community leader, without creating any new laws or obligations. It was introduced by Representative Klinker and passed its first reading on April 7, 2025. As a non-binding gesture, it directly affects Sue Scott by formally acknowledging her contributions.

passed · Indiana · Senate Apr 7, 2025

SCR 26: Urging the U.S. Congress and the President of the U.S. to repeal the EPA's ban on vented gas cans.

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the United States Congress and the President of the United States to repeal the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) ban on vented gas cans.

Topics ✗ Environment

passed both · Indiana · House Apr 4, 2025

HCR 5: Urging the INDOT to rename that portion of SR 75 between CR 700 S and CR 800 S in Carroll County the "Deputy Sheriff Noah C. Rainey Memorial Road".

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename that portion of State Road 75 between CR 700 S and CR 800 S in Carroll County the "Deputy Sheriff Noah C. Rainey Memorial Road".

passed both · Indiana · House Apr 4, 2025

HCR 8: Urging the INDOT to rename a portion of SR 56 near French Lick, Indiana, the "Chief Vern Ervin Memorial Mile".

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename a portion of State Road 56 near French Lick, Indiana, the "Chief Vern Ervin Memorial Mile".

Topics ✓ Veterans

Eric Koch (R) Chris May (R) · 50 co-sponsors

passed both · Indiana · House Apr 4, 2025

HCR 2: Urging the INDOT to rename that portion of U.S. Hwy 31 from Smith Valley Road to County Line Road the "State Trooper Aaron Smith Memorial Highway".

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename that portion of U.S. Highway 31 from Smith Valley Road to County Line Road the "State Trooper Aaron Smith Memorial Highway".

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed both · Indiana · House Apr 4, 2025

HCR 7: Urging the INDOT to rename the SR 7 bridge over the Vernon Fork of the Muscatatuck River the "Lance Corporal Jacky Koenig Jr. Memorial Bridge".

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename the State Road 7 bridge over the Vernon Fork of the Muscatatuck River the "Lance Corporal Jacky Koenig Jr. Memorial Bridge".

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed both · Indiana · Senate Apr 4, 2025

SCR 27: Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Owen County Chamber of Commerce.

SCR 27 is a ceremonial concurrent resolution celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Owen County Chamber of Commerce. Sponsored by Representative Heaton, it formally recognizes the chamber's history and contributions to Owen County. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves only as a symbolic gesture of appreciation. It was introduced in the House, passed by voice vote, and is now moving through the legislative process. This is purely a commemorative measure with no direct impact on laws or constituents.

passed both · Indiana · House Apr 4, 2025

HCR 34: Recognizing Guardian Ad Litems and Court Appointed Special Advocates.

HCR 34 is a concurrent resolution formally acknowledging the work of Guardian ad Litem professionals and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) in child welfare cases. It recognizes their role in advocating for children's best interests within the court system. This resolution does not create new laws or alter policies; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment of these volunteers' contributions. The bill was introduced by Representative Garcia Wilburn and has advanced through initial readings in both chambers.

passed both · Indiana · House Apr 4, 2025

HCR 33: Honoring Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church for 100 years of community service.

HCR 33 is a concurrent resolution honoring Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church for 100 years of community service. It formally recognizes the church's contributions through a joint resolution passed by both the House and Senate. This symbolic resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves as a ceremonial tribute to the church's work.

passed both · Indiana · House Apr 4, 2025

HCR 35: Raising awareness for sickle cell disease.

HCR 35 is a concurrent resolution (not a law) coauthored by multiple state representatives to raise public awareness about sickle cell disease. It does not create new policies, allocate funding, or change existing laws - it solely aims to promote education and recognition of sickle cell disease as a significant health concern. The resolution was introduced and adopted in early 2025, moving through initial procedural steps in both chambers. It directly affects the public by encouraging broader understanding of the disease, though it has no binding requirements or concrete implementation mechanisms.

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