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signed · Indiana · Senate Feb 24, 2026

SB 89: Three-way permits.

SB 89 authorizes the Alcohol and Tobacco Commission to issue new three-way permits in specific locations. It allows up to three new permits for Schererville, three for Lafayette, two for West Lafayette, and eight for restaurants within transit development districts. These permits typically allow alcohol service in multiple settings (like dining, retail, and entertainment) under one license. The bill directly affects businesses in those designated areas by expanding their alcohol service options through new permit authorizations.
Rick Niemeyer (R) Heath VanNatter (R) Dan Dernulc (R) · 6 co-sponsors
signed · Indiana · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 1058: Annexation.

Provides that annexation territory that is divided by railroad tracks satisfies contiguity requirements, if the territory on at least one side of the railroad tracks is contiguous to the municipality.
Brett Clark (R) Greg Steuerwald (R) · 2 co-sponsors
signed · Indiana · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 1048: VFD clothing and automobile allowances.

HB 1048 increases the clothing and automobile expense reimbursement for active volunteer fire department (VFD) members from $100 to $250 per year. This change directly affects volunteer firefighters who incur personal costs for uniforms, work-related clothing, and vehicle use while serving. The bill provides a concrete financial adjustment to cover these out-of-pocket expenses, simplifying reimbursement for VFD members. It does not alter eligibility requirements or create new administrative processes. The bill passed committee with a "do pass" recommendation in early 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases state spending on VFD reimbursements from $100 to $250/year, directly funding public service personnel costs within budget allocation.90% confidence
Rodney Pol (D) Jean Leising (R) Michael Crider (R) Randy Novak (D) · 16 co-sponsors
signed · Indiana · Senate Feb 24, 2026

SB 112: Candidacy documents.

Provides that when an individual files a notice of withdrawal listing an address different from the address on the individual's voter registration record, the individual's signature on the notice of withdrawal constitutes a request to the county voter registration office that the address on the individual's voter registration record be the same as the address on the notice of withdrawal.
Mike Gaskill (R) Daryl Schmitt (R) Kendell Culp (R) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · Indiana · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 1131: Licensed estheticians and electrologists.

Amends the definition of "esthetician" to include certain services. Adds a definition for "microneedling". Requires a person who provides microneedling to provide the professional licensing agency proof of advanced training or certification at the agency's request. Provides that an applicant for an electrologist license does not need to hold a cosmetologist license or esthetician license before applying for an electrologist license. Requires an applicant to complete a combined total of 600 hours of education and experience required under the rules adopted by the state board of cosmetology and barber examiners (board) beginning July 1, 2027. Requires the board to amend the rules for electrology training in a beauty culture school not later than June 30, 2027.
Stacey Donato (R) Linda Rogers (R) Cory Criswell (R) · 3 co-sponsors
signed · Indiana · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 1150: Local regulation.

Provides that a homeowners association's governing documents may not include a covenant, policy, or similar measure that: (1) prohibits or restricts the use of; (2) distinguishes between types of; or (3) results in differing standards for different types of; motor vehicles or outdoor equipment based on the fuel source that powers the motor vehicle or outdoor equipment. Provides that a homeowners association's governing documents may not include a covenant, policy, or similar measure that prohibits the display of an American flag.Prohibits a homeowners association from installing, maintaining, or operating an automated license plate reader (ALPR), and prohibits a homeowners association from permitting the installation, maintenance, or operation of an ALPR on the property of the homeowners association unless the ALPR is installed by a law enforcement agency and only the law enforcement agency has access to the ALPR data.Prohibits a county or municipality from adopting or enforcing a utility usage data ordinance. Prohibits a county, municipality, or township from adopting or enforcing an ordinance, order, regulation, resolution, policy, or similar measure that: (1) prohibits or restricts the use, sale, or lease of; (2) distinguishes between types of; or (3) results in differing regulatory standards for different types of; motor vehicles or machines other than vehicles, including outdoor equipment, based on the fuel source that powers the motor vehicle or machine. Requires political subdivisions located within five miles of the end of a runway of a publicly owned, public use airport to adopt an airspace overlay zoning ordinance.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRemoves restrictions on alternative fuel vehicles, enabling adoption of non-fossil fuel options and aligning with renewable energy promotion85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentPrevents local restrictions on fuel-based vehicle use and utility data ordinances, weakening environmental oversight and local climate initiatives.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPrevents restrictions on alternative fuel vehicles, enabling adoption of sustainable transportation options by removing local regulatory barriers.90% confidence
Jim Pressel (R) Scott Baldwin (R) Aaron Freeman (R) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Indiana · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 1122: License plates for former state legislators.

Provides that a special license plate may be issued to former members of the general assembly who served: (1) for a former member of the house of representatives, not less than five terms; (2) for a former member of the senate, not less than three terms; and (3) for an individual who served in both the house of representatives and the senate, for a total of not less than 12 years.
Rick Niemeyer (R) Greg Taylor (D) John Bartlett (D) Dan Dernulc (R) · 2 co-sponsors
signed · Indiana · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 1088: Technical corrections.

Addresses technical issues in the Indiana Code, including those related to spelling, tabulation, formatting, grammar, and cross-references. Resolves technical conflicts from the 2025 legislative session. Makes conforming amendments. (The introduced version of this bill was prepared by the code revision committee.)
Greg Taylor (D) Kyle Pierce (R) Aaron Freeman (R) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Indiana · House Feb 23, 2026

HR 47: Recognizing "Farmworker and Farmer Awareness Week" and the work of Proteus, Inc.

HR 47 designates a week to recognize farmworkers and farmers, specifically honoring the efforts of Proteus, Inc., a nonprofit supporting agricultural communities. The bill is purely symbolic, calling for the House to recognize "Farmworker and Farmer Awareness Week" and acknowledge Proteus, Inc.'s work. It contains no policy changes or funding mechanisms - it serves only as a formal acknowledgment. As a recognition resolution, it does not affect laws, regulations, or direct beneficiaries. The bill was introduced and adopted in its first reading on February 23, 2026.
Maureen Bauer (D) · 4 co-sponsors
passed · Indiana · House Feb 23, 2026

HR 48: Honoring the LaPorte County Fair.

HR 48 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the LaPorte County Fair, introduced by Representative Novak and co-authored by Representative Pressel on February 23, 2026. It has no substantive policy provisions or direct impact on legislation, as it solely serves to recognize the fair's contributions. The bill follows standard procedural steps for commemorative resolutions, including a first reading and adoption. This type of resolution does not create new laws or affect constituents' rights, services, or regulations.
Randy Novak (D) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Indiana · House Feb 23, 2026

HR 45: Congratulating the Trinity Lutheran High School girls volleyball team.

HR 45 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating the Trinity Lutheran High School girls volleyball team on their achievements. Authored by Representatives Lucas and Lauer, it passed its first reading on February 23, 2026. This bill does not create any new laws, policies, or funding; it is purely symbolic recognition of the team's accomplishments. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected beyond the team itself.
Jim Lucas (R) · 1 co-sponsor
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