Rep. Ryan Lauer

Maddy summaryHCR 41 is a symbolic concurrent resolution expressing support for shifting education policy authority from the federal U.S. Department of Education to individual states. It does not change existing laws or create new requirements; instead, it formally advocates for states to have greater control over education decisions. The resolution was coauthored by multiple state representatives and referred to the Education Committee for consideration. As a non-binding resolution, it directly affects only the legislative record, not actual education policy implementation.

Maddy summarySCR 8 is a non-binding concurrent resolution expressing strong disapproval of religious persecution globally. It does not create new laws or affect any specific groups, as resolutions like this serve only to state legislative sentiment. The measure passed unanimously in the Senate (90-0) and was adopted by committee, but it has no legal effect. This type of resolution is symbolic and intended to publicly condemn violations of religious freedom worldwide.

Amends as follows the Indiana Code section concerning certificates of public convenience and necessity (certificates) for small modular nuclear reactors: (1) Authorizes a public utility to petition the Indiana utility regulatory commission (IURC) for approval to incur, before obtaining a certificate, project development costs for the development of one or more small modular nuclear reactors. (2) Sets forth certain factors that the IURC must consider in reviewing a public utility's petition to incur project development costs. (3) Requires the IURC to issue a final order approving or denying the petition not later than 180 days after receiving the petition and the public utility's complete case in chief, subject to the IURC's right to extend the time for review if the public utility does not object to the extension. (4) Provides that if a public utility receives approval to incur project development costs, the public utility may petition the IURC at any time before or during the development and execution of a small modular nuclear reactor project for the approval of a rate schedule that periodically adjusts the public utility's rates and charges to provide for the timely recovery of project development costs. (5) Provides that after reviewing a public utility's proposed rate schedule, the IURC shall approve the recovery of project development costs by the public utility if the IURC finds that project development costs that have been or will be incurred are: (A) reasonable in amount; (B) necessary to support the construction, purchase, or lease of a small modular nuclear reactor; and (C) consistent with the commission's finding as to the best estimate of project development costs. (6) Provides that a public utility that is authorized to recover project development costs shall: (A) recover 80% of the approved project development costs under the approved rate schedule; and (B) defer the remaining 20% of approved project development costs for recovery as part of public utility's next general rate case before the IURC. (7) Provides that the recovery of a public utility's project development costs through an approved periodic rate adjustment mechanism must occur over a period that is equal to: (A) the period over which the approved project development costs are incurred; or (B) three years; whichever is less. (8) Provides that project development costs that: (A) are incurred by a public utility; and (B) exceed the best estimate of project development costs included in the IURC's order authorizing the public utility to incur project development costs; may not be included in the public utility's rates and charges unless found by the IURC to be reasonable, necessary, and prudent in supporting the construction, purchase, or lease of the small modular nuclear reactor for which they were incurred. (9) Provides that: (A) project development costs incurred for a project that is canceled or not completed may be recovered by the public utility if found by the IURC to be reasonable, necessary, and prudently incurred; but (B) such costs shall be recovered without a return unless the IURC makes certain additional findings. (10) Provides that if a public utility does not seek: (A) approval of; or (B) cost recovery for; project development costs under the bill's provisions, the IURC may approve the deferral and amortization of project development costs in accordance with the statutory procedures set forth for construction costs.

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename a portion of State Road 56 near French Lick, Indiana, the "Chief Vern Ervin Memorial Mile".

Provides that an individual who completes a United States Department of Labor registered apprenticeship program for barbers or manicurists is eligible to take the licensure examination of the applicable profession.

Requires a sheriff to assist an individual who: (1) has been incarcerated for at least 30 days in a: (A) county jail; (B) community based correctional facility for children; (C) juvenile detention facility; or (D) secure facility other than a child caring institution; and (2) is eligible for Medicaid; in applying for Medicaid before the individual's release from the facility. Provides that if a child loses Medicaid coverage while confined in a juvenile detention facility or secure facility, the division of family resources shall, upon receiving notice that the child will be released, take action necessary ensure that the child is eligible to receive specified federally mandated services for 30 days before and after the child's release. Requires an insurer to respond within 60 days to an inquiry from the office of Medicaid policy and planning regarding a Medicaid claim that is made within three years from the date on which the service that is the subject of the claim was provided. Provides that an insurer other than Medicare, Medicare Advantage, or Medicare Part D may not deny a Medicaid claim solely due to lack of prior authorization in accordance with federal Medicaid law. Provides that the requirement that an individual who receives payment for medical expenses from Medicaid must cede to the state the individual's rights to third party payment for the medical expenses extends to settlement amounts for both past medical expenses and rights to payment of future medical expenses. Amends the duties, membership, and terms of office of the Medicaid advisory commission. Creates the Medicaid beneficiary advisory commission. Repeals a provision requiring that employees of a child care provider be tested for tuberculosis in order for the child care provider to be eligible to receive voucher payments under the federal Child Care and Development Fund program. Provides the following with regard to a licensed child care center, licensed child care home, or registered child care ministry (child care provider): (1) Requires all employees of a child care provider to be trained in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care provider. (2) Requires at least one adult who is certified in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care provider to be present at all times when a child is in the care of the child care provider. Amends the membership of the division of mental health and addiction planning and advisory council.

Maddy summaryHR 40 is a symbolic resolution that reaffirms Indiana's existing sister-state relationship with Taiwan. It does not create new laws, funding, or obligations, but formally expresses the Indiana General Assembly's continued commitment to this partnership. The bill was introduced and coauthored by multiple state representatives and passed its first reading on April 3, 2025. This type of resolution typically supports cultural or economic ties without altering policy or providing resources.

Maddy summaryHR 39 designates April as World Autism Month and April 2nd as World Autism Awareness Day through a symbolic congressional resolution. This bill does not create new laws or policies; it is purely a recognition measure to highlight these observances. The resolution has no direct impact on individuals, services, or funding but aims to raise public awareness about autism. It was introduced and coauthored by multiple representatives with no substantive policy changes.

Maddy summaryHR 30, titled "Recognizing Reman Day," is a ceremonial resolution introduced by Representative Greene and co-authored by Representatives Lauer, Mayfield, and Haggard. It formally acknowledges "Reman Day" without creating new laws, funding, or obligations. The bill serves only to express congressional recognition of this day, directly affecting no individuals or entities through policy changes. As a procedural resolution, it does not alter existing laws or impact government operations.

Modifies the definition of "auxiliary party organization". Specifies that the definition of "contribution" includes certain donations of property through a payment platform that acts as a conduit. Repeals a provision that allows the Indiana election commission (commission) to issue advisory opinions. Provides that an advisory opinion issued by the commission before July 1, 2025, is void. Provides that certain paid political advertising or campaign material does not falsely represent that the candidate is or has been an officeholder. Provides that, after December 31, 2026, the computer system developed and used by the election division to store campaign finance reports must enable the election division to provide for electronic submission, retrieval, storage, and disclosure of campaign finance reports of candidates for local office and school board office. Requires, after December 31, 2026, that a: (1) committee for a candidate seeking election to a local office or school board office; and (2) political action committee; must file specified reports and statements electronically using a standardized software program or another approved format. Requires, after December 31, 2026, that each county election board and board of elections and registration have access to a particular computer system and software program for the purpose of managing filings by candidates seeking election to a local office or school board office. Specifies requirements that apply to the purchase of a software program by the election division after June 30, 2025. Allows the election division to send certain notices by electronic mail, if a workable electronic mail address is provided by the committee. Requires, after December 31, 2026, each county election board to mail: (1) to each candidate or political action committee required to file a campaign finance report with the county election board; and (2) 21 days before the campaign finance reports are due; a notice that states the date the campaign finance reports are due. Allows a county election board to adopt a resolution allowing certain reports to be submitted to the county election board by hand, mail, or electronic mail. Provides that a county election board that adopts a resolution is responsible for entering the submitted reports into the computer system and software program. Requires the reporting of certain information if a contribution is made through a payment platform that acts as a conduit.