Rep. Sheila Klinker

Requires an affidavit for probable cause, or a person testifying at a probable cause hearing, to make certain disclosures relating to a possible conflict of interest. Specifies that a probable cause affidavit must be redacted under certain circumstances. Prohibits a law enforcement officer from directing, encouraging, or knowingly permitting a person who is not a law enforcement officer to question a person in custody under certain circumstances.

Provides that certain students have the opportunity to retake the determinant evaluation of reading skills at least twice in the summer before grade 3 retention requirements apply. Requires the department of education to establish a registration process for schools to exempt certain English language learners from compliance with grade 3 retention requirements until the beginning of the 2027-2028 school year. Allows required career fairs to be held off of school property if the school provides transportation. Amends agreement requirements with regard to the employment aid readiness network (EARN) Indiana program. Makes a technical correction.

Maddy summaryHR 49 is a symbolic resolution recognizing International Women's Day and honoring women's historical contributions during Women's History Month. It does not create new laws or alter policies; instead, it formally acknowledges these observances through a congressional resolution. The bill was introduced by Rep. Boy and co-sponsored by multiple representatives, and referred to the Committee on Employment, Labor and Pensions for consideration. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct impact on citizens, government programs, or funding.

Provides veteran empowerment protections. Provides that a person may not represent a veteran regarding a veterans' benefits matter unless the person meets certain requirements. Provides that a person that advises, assists, or consults with an individual regarding veterans' benefits matters for a fee: (1) may not use international call centers or data centers for processing veterans' personal information; (2) may not use a veteran's personal log-in, username, or password information to access the veteran's medical, financial, or government benefits information; (3) must ensure that before any individual may have access to veterans' medical or financial information the individual must undergo a national criminal history background check; and (4) shall comply with certain federal regulations. Provides that a violation of the act constitutes a prohibited consumer sale.

Maddy summaryThis resolution recognizes Sue Scott, a local community leader, without creating any new laws or obligations. It was introduced by Representative Klinker and passed its first reading on April 7, 2025. As a non-binding gesture, it directly affects Sue Scott by formally acknowledging her contributions.

Provides that an individual who is: (1) reasonably believed to be suffering from a health condition which is the direct result of alcohol consumption; and (2) assisted by a person who requested emergency medical assistance for the individual; is immune from prosecution for certain crimes.

Establishes the rape kit backlog fund to provide funding for assisting law enforcement agencies and testing labs in eliminating the backlog of untested rape kits. Requires the state police department to provide grants to law enforcement agencies and testing labs to help eliminate the backlog of untested rape kits. Requires the state police department to make an annual report to the general assembly. Provides that before January 1, 2027, every law enforcement agency and testing lab shall process certain rape kits in their possession that are not completely processed as of July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 31) recognizing Charlie Shook. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any specific group or individual. The bill serves solely to formally acknowledge Charlie Shook's contributions, with no concrete legislative impact or implementation mechanisms. As a procedural resolution, it has no practical effect beyond the symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryHCR 27 is a symbolic resolution designating March 18, 2025, as "Indiana Senior Day" at the Indiana Statehouse. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group with policy changes; it simply recognizes seniors through a formal statehouse observance. The resolution has no funding requirements or regulatory mechanisms, as it is purely commemorative. This procedural bill has moved through initial readings but does not alter existing policies or obligations.

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.