Rep. Hunter Smith

Maddy summaryHB 1102 removes a restriction that previously prevented school corporations (like public school districts) from contracting with religiously affiliated nonprofit preschool programs. This change directly affects school districts and religious nonprofits by allowing them to enter into formal agreements for preschool services. The key mechanism eliminates the existing language blocking such contracts, enabling school corporations to partner with faith-based preschool providers under the same terms as other approved programs. The bill became law on April 3, 2025, after final approval by the governor.

Repeals current home based vendor regulations. Provides that the Indiana department of health, a local unit of government, the health and hospital corporation of Marion County, or a local health department may not impose any rules, regulations, certifications, or licensing requirements on a small farm or home based vendor that are not required under federal law. Exempts public buildings used by small farms and home based vendors from certain public building regulations.

Maddy summaryHR 27 is a non-binding resolution honoring Dr. Paul Kaiser, the former superintendent of Westfield Washington Schools, for his career contributions to the district. The bill does not create new policies or affect any individuals through legislative action; it is purely commemorative. It passed its first reading on March 17, 2025, with Representatives Lopez, Smith H, and Garcia Wilburn as authors/co-authors. This type of resolution is typically adopted to recognize individuals' service without altering law or funding.

Maddy summaryHR 29 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Carmel High School swim teams for winning IHSAA state championships. It directly recognizes the achievements of the student athletes and coaches at Carmel High School. The bill has no policy provisions or financial impact; it simply expresses legislative appreciation through a formal resolution. This type of resolution is non-binding and does not affect any laws or regulations. It was introduced and adopted on March 17, 2025, by Representatives Lopez, Smith H, and Garcia Wilburn.

Establishes a new teacher appreciation grant program. Removes and repeals certain requirements concerning staff performance evaluations. Repeals the current teacher appreciation grant provisions. Makes conforming changes.

Provides that a recipient may appeal to the legislative body an enforcement action issued or taken by a local health officer under IC 16-20-1 in response to a food establishment inspection. Adds provisions concerning limited meat product sales. Prohibits a grocery store from selling, offering for sale, or distributing an alternative meat product misbranded as a meat product. Requires a food manufacturer to label alternative meat products as "THIS IS AN IMITATION MEAT PRODUCT".

Amends the Indiana Code chapter concerning the privacy of firearms financial transactions as follows: (1) Amends the definition of "firearm" to specify that a firearm component includes castings and products used in designing, manufacturing, assembling, or fabricating firearms or firearm components. (2) Prohibits a financial services provider from: (A) refusing to provide to a firearms retailer; (B) terminating an existing business relationship to provide to a firearms retailer; or (C) offering or providing on less favorable terms and conditions to a firearms retailer; any service to facilitate or process payment card transactions, solely on the basis of the firearms retailer's status as a firearms retailer. (3) Provides an exemption from these prohibitions if a prohibited action is taken: (A) to comply with federal or state law or a court order; or (B) at the request of a law enforcement agency in connection with an active criminal investigation.

Maddy summarySCR 3 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Dr. Michael Beresford for his retirement from Carmel Clay Schools. It does not change any laws or affect policies - it simply recognizes his service through a formal expression of appreciation. The resolution was adopted by voice vote in both legislative chambers in early 2025. As a procedural measure, it has no binding effect or practical impact beyond the symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryHR 7 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the Indiana Non-Public Education Association (INPEA) for its 50th anniversary. Introduced by Representative Behning and multiple co-authors, the bill formally honors INPEA's work supporting non-public schools in Indiana. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding policy impact or direct effect on legislation, funding, or regulations. The bill was adopted during its first reading on January 28, 2025, as a gesture of appreciation for the association's service.

Maddy summaryHB 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.