Establishes a state tax credit (credit) for certain capital investments made in rural funds. Establishes procedures for a rural fund to apply to the Indiana economic development corporation (IEDC) for certification of a capital investment as eligible for a credit provided by the bill. Requires a rural fund to pay a nonrefundable application fee of $5,000 to the IEDC. Provides that the credit is an amount equal to: (1) the applicable percentage for the credit allowance date; multiplied by (2) the purchase price paid to the rural fund for the capital investment. Sets forth the maximum annual amount of credits that may be certified. Provides that the credit is subject to recapture. Requires a rural fund that has received a credit to submit reports on an annual basis to the IEDC over the credit allowance period.
HB 1091 increases penalties for sexual battery committed against law enforcement officers by raising the offense to a higher criminal category. It directly affects officers who are victims of such crimes and requires courts to apply stricter sentencing guidelines. The key provision modifies existing sentencing rules to impose longer prison terms or enhanced fines for these specific cases. This bill focuses on strengthening legal consequences for attacks on public safety personnel, without altering broader legal definitions or creating new offenses.
Defines "principal dwelling land contract" (contract) as a land contract for the sale of real property: (1) designed for the occupancy of one to two families; and (2) that is or will be occupied by the buyer as the buyer's principal dwelling. Provides that a buyer who has completed the buyer's obligations under the contract is entitled to the homestead deduction regardless of whether the seller has conveyed title. Provides that the seller under a contract must provide the buyer with certain information concerning any liens that encumber the property 10 days before the contract is executed. Sets forth disclosures that must be included in a contract. Requires all preexisting liens on the property to be satisfied by the seller by the end of the contract term. Provides that a contract must permit a buyer to pay the balance owed and receive the deed at any time. Prohibits prepayment penalties or additional charges for an early payoff. Provides a three day cancellation period for both the buyer and seller. Allows the seller and the buyer to transfer their respective interests in the contract to other parties, subject to certain conditions. Requires the seller to provide the buyer with an annual statement of account. Sets forth certain rights and responsibilities of the parties upon default by either the buyer or the seller. Sets forth acts and omissions constituting violations and establishes remedies for these violations. Provides that a violation of these provisions constitutes an incurable deceptive act that is actionable by the attorney general under the deceptive consumer sales act. Authorizes the attorney general, in consultation with the department of financial institutions, to adopt rules to implement these provisions. Requires that the executed contract or a memorandum of land contract be notarized.
Appropriates money to the Indiana criminal justice institute for the institute to disburse to entities eligible to receive victim assistance grants under the federal Victims of Crime Act for the provision of victim assistance services.
Increases, for purposes of the deduction for persons 65 or older: (1) the adjusted gross income threshold for an individual from $30,000 to $40,000; (2) the combined adjusted gross income threshold for an individual filing a joint return with the individual's spouse from $40,000 to $50,000; (3) the combined adjusted gross income for an individual and all other individuals that are joint tenants or tenants in common from $40,000 to $50,000; and (4) the maximum assessed value of the property subject to the deduction from $240,000 to $350,000. Increases, for purposes of the over 65 circuit breaker credit: (1) the adjusted gross income threshold for an individual from $30,000 to $40,000; (2) the combined adjusted gross income threshold for an individual filing a joint return with the individual's spouse from $40,000 to $50,000; and (3) the maximum assessed value of the property subject to the credit from $240,000 to $350,000. Makes conforming changes.
Requires law enforcement agencies and prosecuting attorneys to annually submit certain information concerning sexual assault to the Indiana criminal justice institute (institute). Requires the institute to annually submit a report to the state sexual assault response team (team) summarizing the information. Provides certain procedural protections for victims of sexual assault, including the rights guaranteed to a victim as they relate to: (1) the collection and analysis of sexual assault forensic evidence from the victim; (2) a victim's ability to obtain a copy of a law enforcement report concerning the sexual assault; and (3) legal procedures provided to protect a victim during a legal proceeding. Requires specified information to be included in the statewide sexual assault examination tracking system. Requires the team to study best practices and make recommendations concerning sexual assault response and victims' rights. Requires the team, not later than May 31, 2027, to report its findings and recommendations to the general assembly, the governor, and the attorney general.
HB 1700 is a procedural bill currently in its first reading stage, having been referred to the Committee on Rules and Legislative Procedures. As a vehicle bill with no official abstract or detailed provisions available, its specific content and intended effects remain unclear at this time. The bill has not yet advanced beyond initial committee referral, so no concrete policy changes or direct impacts on the public can be confirmed.
HB 1692 is a procedural bill that has been referred to the Committee on Rules and Legislative Procedures for initial review. As a vehicle bill, it may address matters related to transportation or motor vehicles, but no specific provisions or details are currently available in the official abstract. The bill has not yet been assigned to a substantive committee or undergone detailed examination, so its actual content and impact remain unspecified at this stage.
HB 1713 is a vehicle bill that has been referred to the Committee on Rules and Legislative Procedures for initial review. At this stage, the bill's specific provisions and intended effects are not yet detailed in available records. The legislation has not advanced beyond the first reading, so no concrete policy changes or direct impacts on individuals or organizations can be confirmed. Further information about the bill's content and scope will be determined during committee deliberations.
Based solely on the provided context, no substantive details about HB 1704 ("Vehicle Bill") are available. The official abstract is listed as "None," and the only recorded action is its referral to the Committee on Rules and Legislative Procedures on January 27, 2025. Without an abstract, summary, or description of its provisions, it is impossible to explain what the bill does, who it affects, or its key mechanisms. A full summary cannot be generated with the current information.
HB 1714 is a procedural bill that has been referred to the Committee on Rules and Legislative Procedures for initial review. At this stage, the bill has not yet been assigned to a substantive committee or undergone detailed examination of its contents. The official abstract is currently unavailable, so specific provisions and direct impacts on vehicle regulations cannot be determined from the current information.
HB 1698 is a procedural bill that has been referred to the Committee on Rules and Legislative Procedures for initial review. At this stage, the bill has not yet been assigned a specific title or substantive content, so its actual provisions and intended effects remain undefined. The bill is currently in the early legislative process and has not been debated or voted on by the full chamber.
