SCR 21 is a non-binding concurrent resolution urging support for maternal and infant health initiatives. It does not create new laws or allocate funds, but formally calls on state agencies and stakeholders to prioritize this issue. Sponsored by Senators Hunley, Yoder, and Jackson L, and referred to the House Committee on Public Health, the resolution serves as a symbolic statement of legislative support. It directly affects the state's public health focus by encouraging coordinated efforts to improve outcomes for mothers and infants.
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION congratulating the Brownsburg High School football team on winning the 2024 Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) Class 6A state championship title.
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the National FFA Organization and the Indiana FFA Association for exemplary work in the advancement of agricultural education in Indiana and across the country.
Provides that a redevelopment commission may use money from certain funds for the purpose of paying more toward debt service obligations, in order to retire debt service earlier, regardless of whether that use is listed in the redevelopment commission's annual spending plan. Provides that a redevelopment commission making accelerated debt payments may retain the assessed value associated with the original debt service schedule. Provides that early debt retirement applies only if the early defeasance of debt is allowed according to the bond issuance documents. Provides that allocated property tax proceeds that are otherwise authorized to be expended for purposes related to a redevelopment project that is located outside the boundaries of the allocation area may be expended for those purposes only if the redevelopment commission immediately at the conclusion of a public hearing adopts a declaratory resolution, and the applicable legislative body votes to approve the declaratory resolution that finds that it has been clearly demonstrated that the expenditure: (1) will directly benefit the allocation area; or (2) will result in the creation or retention of jobs in the private sector and provide an estimate of how many jobs will be created or retained over a specified time period. Provides that the expenditure allowance does not apply to any transfer of property tax proceeds to a school corporation, an accredited or nonaccredited public or private school, or a charter school. Prohibits a redevelopment commission from adopting an amendment to a declaratory resolution that contains an allocation area provision that extends the expiration date of the allocation area provision. Provides that after the expiration of a previous allocation area provision, a redevelopment commission may adopt a declaratory resolution, or an amendment to a declaratory resolution, that contains a new allocation area provision with a new expiration date, and for which the county auditor in which the unit is located shall compute the base assessed value for the allocation area using the assessment date immediately preceding the effective date of the new allocation provision of the declaratory resolution or amendment. Allows a redevelopment commission to, pursuant to the approval of the local legislative body, create an account for a specific infrastructure purpose. Requires a redevelopment commission to provide to the unit's executive and fiscal body an analysis of revenues and expenditures on a per allocation basis and correlate the analysis with the required spending plan. Provides that in jurisdictions where a redevelopment commission has not returned any amount of assessed value in the preceding three years, the redevelopment commission must identify relief measures that could be implemented to alleviate taxpayer burdens. Exempts jurisdictions where the excess assessed value determined by a redevelopment commission is expected to generate less than 200% of the amount of allocated tax proceeds necessary to make, when due, principal and interest payments on certain bonds plus the amount for certain other purposes. Requires a redevelopment commission to report its findings in its annual report. Requires a redevelopment commission to include an invitation to overlapping taxing units to participate in the hearing regarding the redevelopment project. Requires the redevelopment commission to include a record of overlapping taxing unit attendance in its annual report to the department of local government finance. Provides that the adoption of a declaratory resolution and subsequent legislative body approval are not required if the expenditures for purposes related to a redevelopment project that is located outside the boundaries of the allocation area are for: (1) infrastructure; (2) utilities; (3) drainage; or (4) environmental remediation. Enumerates permissible infrastructure maintenance expenditures. Provides that a redevelopment commission may use its discretion, where excess assessed value amounts are not already explicitly set aside for use within the current calendar year for a purpose under a current development plan, to allocate excess assessed value amounts to the respective taxing units rather than reserving those excess assessed value amounts for future or indefinite purposes. Provides that, with regard to the prohibition of a redevelopment commission adopting an amendment to a declaratory judgment that contains an allocation area provision that extends the expiration date of the allocation area provision, a redevelopment commission is not prevented from removing parcels from an existing allocation area before its expiration date or adding parcels to a new allocation area.
Amends the definition of cremation to include alkaline hydrolysis as a means for the dissolution of human remains. Requires the state board of funeral and cemetery service to adopt rules governing the operation of alkaline hydrolysis facilities. Adds alkaline hydrolysis to statutes that allow for burial or cremation.
Specifies that a person who owns or operates a private camping facility funded under the bill's provisions is immune from civil liability. 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 under 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. Establishes an affirmative defense to such a prosecution. 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. Makes conforming changes.
HCR 21 is a symbolic concurrent resolution congratulating Graciela Miranda on being named Indiana's 2025 Teacher of the Year. It does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations, and it directly affects no individuals or entities beyond recognizing Ms. Miranda's achievement. The resolution formally expresses legislative support for her recognition as an educator. This is a procedural, non-binding measure with no substantive policy changes.
This concurrent resolution congratulates Fishers Junior High School's "We the People" team on their achievements. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding policy impact or effect on funding - it solely serves to formally recognize the team's accomplishments. The bill was adopted by voice vote without debate in both chambers. It does not alter any laws or directly affect any constituents beyond this symbolic acknowledgment.
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION congratulating Noah Malone on winning the gold medal in the men's 100 meter T12 event at the 2024 Summer Paralympics in Paris, France.
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION congratulating Cole Hocker on winning the gold medal in the 1500 meter track and field event at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France.
HCR 22 is a non-binding legislative resolution that formally acknowledges Rare Disease Day, observed annually on February 28th. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or directly affect any specific individuals or groups. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture by the legislature to highlight the challenges faced by people living with rare diseases. This type of resolution is purely commemorative and does not result in any concrete policy changes or obligations.
SCR 17 is a ceremonial concurrent resolution honoring the 20th anniversary of Memorial MedFlight Service, a critical air medical transport provider in the region. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the service's two decades of emergency medical response. The resolution was adopted by voice vote in the House of Representatives on February 11, 2025, and referred to committees for further consideration. This type of resolution has no direct impact on legislation or regulations but serves as a symbolic tribute to the organization's community service.
