Requires the department of environmental management (department) to adopt minimum efficiency standards for certain products (covered products). Requires manufacturers to: (1) test covered products; (2) certify to the department that covered products sold, offered for sale, leased, distributed, or rented in Indiana comply with the minimum efficiency standards; and (3) mark a covered product and the covered product's packaging at the time of sale or installation to identify that the covered product is in compliance with the minimum efficiency standards. Provides that the department shall: (1) establish a program to test covered products; and (2) investigate complaints received concerning covered products that violate minimum efficiency standards. Creates an enforcement process for these requirements.
HB 1534 requires public school corporations and charter schools to offer cash payment options for athletic events starting July 1, 2025. This directly affects schools that currently only accept digital or card payments at events like games or tournaments. The bill mandates that schools provide a cash alternative for ticket purchases and concessions, ensuring accessibility for families without access to electronic payment methods. It does not change ticket pricing or alter event operations beyond the payment method requirement.
Provides that a sports wagering certificate holder or vendor may not accept wagers regarding the outcome of an election. Provides penalties for a certificate holder for advertising sports wagering.
HB 1533 establishes a process for removing a judge appointed to Marion County Superior Court through a public vote (a "public question" on the ballot), rather than through judicial disciplinary procedures. This bill directly affects judges appointed to the Marion County Superior Court by the governor. The key mechanism requires voters in Marion County to approve removal via ballot measure if initiated by a specified petition process. The bill does not change existing grounds for removal or judicial conduct standards, only creating this new public vote option. It is currently under review by the Committee on Courts and Criminal Code.
Amends the Uniform Business Organizations Administrative Provisions Act to specify that a foreign entity's registration with the secretary of state, including the appointment of an agent for service of process, does not by itself constitute consent to personal jurisdiction in Indiana. Specifies that a real property improvement contract is a written agreement (instead of an oral or written agreement, under current law) for purposes of the statute governing home improvement contracts. Specifies that a community corrections program is a political subdivision for purposes of: (1) the statute prohibiting legal actions by political subdivisions against the firearms industry; and (2) the tort claims act. Makes a conforming change to cross-reference the statute authorizing the establishment of community corrections programs. Extends the statute of limitations for bringing an action that: (1) is for an injury to a person that results from the sexual abuse of a child; and (2) is brought against a congressionally chartered organization that was incorporated before June 16, 1916; from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026.
Removes a voter's option to vote for all candidates of a political party or an independent ticket at one time (straight ticket voting) in a general or municipal election. Repeals superseded statutes relating to straight ticket voting.
Requires a facility in which a polling place is located to implement a policy that allows an elderly voter, a voter with a physical disability, or a visibly pregnant voter to bypass other voters who are in line to vote and cast a vote before the other voters at the facility.
Requires: (1) a public utility to notify the Indiana utility regulatory commission (commission) of the public utility's intention to retire an electric generation facility not later than 18 months before the planned retirement date; and (2) the commission to conduct a study to determine the feasibility of using the location and infrastructure of the electric generation facility for development of alternative energy generation projects, including consideration of the suitability of the location and infrastructure for use in developing a nuclear energy facility.
Allows a qualified taxpayer to claim a credit against the taxpayer's state tax liability for designated contributions to qualified nonprofit organizations that provide: (1) comprehensive case management services for at-risk families; (2) family support services; (3) in-school programs, community based events, or online resources to assist fathers in learning and improving parenting skills; or (4) programs that provide mutual support systems among mothers in raising children or information for mothers to enhance child development.
Specifies the circumstances under which an employer under the 1977 police officers' and firefighters' pension and disability fund is required to pay for certain mental health care and treatment.
Prohibits a court from requiring an arrestee to pay bail as a condition of pretrial release, unless: (1) the court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the arrestee is a flight risk or danger to the community; (2) the arrestee is charged with murder or treason; (3) the arrestee is on pretrial release not related to the incident that is the basis for the present arrest; or (4) the arrestee is on probation, parole, or other community supervision. Requires that the amount of bail be the lowest amount required, based on the defendant's financial circumstances, to assure the arrestee's appearance at trial and to protect the community.
Provides that an individual who has federal adjusted gross income but no federal income tax liability in a taxable year is entitled to a 100% credit against the individual's state and local income tax liability.
