Rep. John Bartlett

Maddy summaryHCR 6 is a symbolic resolution designating January as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or directly affect individuals or organizations - its purpose is solely to raise public awareness about human trafficking through official recognition. The resolution was introduced in the Senate and referred to committee in early 2026. As a concurrent resolution, it requires no legislative action to take effect.

Provides that every three years, beginning in 2026, the state board of accounts shall conduct an audit of the funds, accounts, financial affairs, and all compliance related matters of the Indiana utility regulatory commission (IURC) for the state fiscal year ending in the year in which the audit is conducted. Provides that a report of an audit conducted under these provisions must be submitted to the executive director of the legislative services agency for distribution to members of the general assembly. Provides that the IURC: (1) may, with good cause, as part of an examination, inquiry, or investigation authorized by specified statutes conduct a forensic audit of a public utility; and (2) shall as part of a base rate case that is filed with or pending before the IURC after December 31, 2025, for a change in a public utility's basic rates and charges, conduct a forensic audit of the public utility. Authorizes the IURC to appoint: (1) an independent accounting firm; or (2) another qualified agent; with experience or expertise in conducting forensic audits to conduct a forensic audit under these provisions. Specifies the scope of a forensic audit under these provisions. Provides that upon the completion of a forensic audit, the IURC may do the following: (1) Issue an order directing the public utility to take actions to correct or cure certain acts or practices examined as part of the audit. (2) Refer any suspected criminal activities uncovered during the audit to an appropriate law enforcement agency or prosecutorial agency or official. Specifies how expenses incurred by the IURC or the IURC's agent in conducting a forensic audit under this section shall be charged and paid.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 4) is a ceremonial resolution to formally recognize and commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group; instead, it serves as a symbolic gesture by Congress to honor Dr. King's legacy and contributions to civil rights. The resolution was introduced and adopted in the House on January 12, 2026, with multiple co-sponsors. As a procedural measure, it has no direct policy impact beyond acknowledgment.

Establishes the veterinary medicine student loan repayment program (program) and the veterinary medicine student loan repayment fund (fund). Provides that the Indiana state board of animal health shall administer the program and the fund.

Makes it a Class A misdemeanor if a person operates a massage establishment and knowingly or intentionally employs an individual who: (1) is providing massages; and (2) does not have certain professional liability insurance.

Permits an individual to register at the polls by completing a voter registration form and by providing proof of residence. Specifies that an individual may comply with the proof of residence requirement only by providing a REAL ID driver's license or identification card that shows the name and residence address of the individual registering to vote. Requires the ballot of a voter who registers at the polls to be treated as a provisional ballot.

Provides that a law enforcement agency that employs a law enforcement officer involved in an officer-involved shooting must administer alcohol and drug testing to the applicable law enforcement officer.

Provides that, after June 30, 2026, a law enforcement agency may not authorize the use of public funds by a law enforcement officer to pay for or engage in sexual intercourse, other sexual conduct, or the fondling of the law enforcement officer's or another individual's genitals as part of an investigation of: (1) prostitution; (2) making an unlawful proposition; or (3) promoting prostitution as a Level 5 felony. Provides that a law enforcement officer who knowingly or intentionally: (1) engages in sexual intercourse or other sexual conduct with an individual; (2) has an individual fondle or agree to fondle the genitals of the law enforcement officer; or (3) fondles the genitals of an individual under certain circumstances relating to the law enforcement officer's official duties; commits unlawful sexual conduct by a law enforcement officer, a Level 5 felony. Makes exceptions.

Requires safety rest areas, gas stations, and welcome centers to display human trafficking awareness information, and permits massage establishments to display human trafficking awareness information.

Maddy summarySB 462 reenacts an expired provision within the definition of "practitioner" as it pertains to behavior analysts. This means it restores a previously existing clarification for who is considered a practitioner in the field of behavior analysis.