Rep. Alex Burton

Maddy summaryHCR 31 is a symbolic resolution designating May as Lupus Awareness Month. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; instead, it formally recognizes the importance of raising public awareness about lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease. The resolution was introduced by Representative Harris and supported by multiple senators, passing its first reading with a voice vote. This type of resolution serves only to highlight an issue without implementing concrete changes.

Maddy summaryHR 37 designates March 2025 as Brain Injury Awareness Month, officially recognizing the month to promote public education about brain injuries. This procedural bill has no funding or policy changes; it solely serves to raise awareness through a congressional designation. It directly affects the public and brain injury advocacy groups by highlighting the issue during that month. The bill was introduced by Representative Errington and co-sponsored by multiple representatives on March 24, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 25, 2025, as "Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Day" at the Indiana Statehouse. It is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the sorority's contributions, with no policy changes or direct impact on laws or constituents. The bill serves as a symbolic honorific gesture, formally designating a specific date for recognition without creating new legal requirements or affecting state operations. As a procedural resolution, it does not alter existing laws or impose obligations.

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.

Maddy summaryHCR 12 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the late State Senator Earline Rogers. It has no policy provisions or direct impact on constituents, as it is a symbolic gesture of recognition. The resolution was introduced by Representative Smith V, cosponsored by several senators, and has moved through standard procedural steps in the legislature. This type of resolution does not create new laws or alter government functions.

Maddy summaryHCR 25 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing April 2025 as Parkinson's Awareness Month and April 11, 2025, as World Parkinson's Day. It does not create new laws or policies, but formally acknowledges these observances through a joint statement by the legislature. The resolution directly affects no specific individuals or groups, as it serves only to highlight awareness efforts. This procedural bill has advanced through initial readings but holds no binding effect on government action or funding.

Maddy summaryHCR 19 is a concurrent resolution honoring the late State Senator Jean Breaux. It formally recognizes her service and contributions to the state legislature. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals. The bill was introduced by Representative Pryor and has advanced through initial readings in both chambers. This type of resolution serves only to express legislative respect and remembrance.

Maddy summaryHCR 15 is a ceremonial resolution passed by both chambers to honor the late U.S. President Jimmy Carter. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, funding, or specific groups. The resolution formally recognizes Carter's legacy through a symbolic gesture of respect, consistent with standard legislative tributes for notable figures. This is a non-binding, procedural action with no direct impact on constituents or legislation.

Maddy summaryHR 11 is a commemorative resolution celebrating the 90th anniversary of the Professional Fire Fighters Union of Indiana. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, rights, or regulations. The resolution simply recognizes the union's history and contributions through a formal statement by the Indiana House of Representatives. It was introduced and coauthored by multiple representatives on January 30, 2025, and passed its first reading.

Maddy summaryHCR 13 is a concurrent resolution introduced by multiple representatives that symbolically affirms the statement "the American Dream belongs to all of us." It does not create new laws or policies, as concurrent resolutions are typically used for expressing legislative sentiment rather than enacting binding changes. The resolution was referred to the Judiciary Committee after its introduction on January 28, 2025. It has no direct effect on specific groups or concrete policy mechanisms.