Establishes the pediatric cancer research and treatment grant program (grant program) to be administered by the rare disease advisory council (council). Establishes the pediatric cancer research and treatment fund. Sets forth requirements for an entity to receive a grant. Requires the council to develop criteria, policies, procedures, and a plan concerning awarding of the grants. Prioritizes use of the funds to be on innovative research and treatments with the potential of resulting in novel therapies for pediatric cancer. Requires the council to submit an annual report to the governor and legislative council concerning the grant program and publish the report on the Indiana department of health's website.
Requires the governor's supplier diversity commission, the commission for higher education, and the budget committee to review each state educational institution's annual report regarding certain supplier diversity requirements. Provides that if a state educational institution's annual report is not in compliance with certain supplier diversity requirements, the commission for higher education and the budget committee shall determine the total percentage by which the state educational institution fell short of the requirements.
This Senate Resolution recognizes Tru Colors Indy for its work creating leadership opportunities for youth. It is a symbolic acknowledgment with no policy changes, funding, or legal effects. The resolution formally honors the organization's community impact through a ceremonial gesture. It was introduced by Senators Ford, Taylor, Qaddoura, Hunley, and Jackson and passed unanimously.
Requires, on or before July 1, 2026, the state police department (department), in consultation with the office of technology and the department of homeland security, to develop and implement the Indiana law enforcement data sharing program (program). Requires the department to establish rules for: (1) protocols regarding access to information and information accessible by a law enforcement agency; (2) safeguards to protect the integrity of the program; (3) confidentiality and data privacy requirements; (4) timely data submission and reporting requirements; and (5) compliance standards. Requires Indiana law enforcement agencies to provide data in a timely manner in accordance with rules established by the department. Makes annual appropriations to the department to develop and implement the program.
Provides certain planning and review requirements that must occur before funding may be allotted and disbursed to a state agency for purposes of regional development. Specifies priorities for regional development funding commitments. Repeals the statute that expires the central Indiana regional development authority.
Establishes the Indiana military base infrastructure grant program (program) for physical infrastructure projects located on current or proposed Indiana military bases. Provides that the: (1) Indiana defense task force, in consultation with the Indiana economic development corporation (corporation), shall develop policies and guidelines regarding the application process for the program; and (2) corporation shall administer the program. Provides that the budget committee must make a recommendation to the budget agency on whether to approve a proposed grant. Requires the budget agency to approve a proposed grant before the grant may be awarded. Makes an appropriation.
Requires a construction manager as contractor and a subcontractor of any tier to submit the E-Verify case verification number for an individual to the public agency before the individual begins work on a public works project. Provides that a public agency may not enter into a contract for a public works project with a contractor unless: (1) the contract contains certain provisions; and (2) the contractor signs an affidavit affirming that: (A) the contractor does not knowingly employ an unauthorized alien; and (B) the E-Verify documentation provided to the public agency is complete and accurate.
Removes the requirement that an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) have a practice agreement with a collaborating physician. Removes a provision requiring an APRN to operate under a collaborative practice agreement or the privileges granted by a hospital governing board. Removes certain provisions concerning the audit of practice agreements. Allows an APRN with prescriptive authority to prescribe a schedule II controlled substance for weight reduction or to control obesity. Makes conforming changes.
Requires a state employee health plan to provide coverage for dementia treatments or medications that are determined to be medically necessary by the physician treating the covered individual.
Adds an investigator for the inspector general to the list of public safety officers whose relative receives a special death benefit if the officer dies in the line of duty.
This resolution honors Rodrick Shane Lambert through a formal Senate memorial. It was introduced by Senator Ford J.D. and unanimously adopted on January 23, 2025, with no policy changes or direct impacts on constituents or legislation. As a commemorative resolution, it serves a ceremonial purpose without implementing new laws or affecting government operations.
SR 11 is a ceremonial Senate Resolution honoring Indy Gateway for their work promoting long-term sustainability on Indianapolis' west side. It does not create new laws or affect any regulations; instead, it offers symbolic recognition through a formal resolution passed by the Senate. Authored by Senator Ford J.D. and adopted by voice vote on January 23, 2025, the resolution acknowledges the organization's community efforts without imposing any legal requirements or changes. This is a standard procedural resolution, not a policy measure.
