Provides that an individual who is an Indiana resident and cannot provide proof of identity and lawful status in the United States may apply for a driving privilege card to obtain driving privileges. Sets forth the requirements to obtain a driving privilege card. Provides that a driving privilege card may not be used as identification for any state or federal purpose (other than to confer driving privileges), for the purpose of voting, or to verify employment. Requires an individual who holds a driving privilege card and operates a motor vehicle to verify and continuously maintain financial responsibility on any motor vehicle operated by the individual who holds the driving privilege card in the amount required by law. Provides that the bureau of motor vehicles may not disclose certain information unless presented with a lawful court order or judicial warrant. Requires an applicant for a driving privilege card or driving privilege card renewal to sign up for selective service. Requires the bureau of motor vehicles to submit an annual report to the legislative council and the interim study committee on roads and transportation. Makes conforming amendments. Makes technical corrections.
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Establishes a tax credit for a taxpayer that employs a member of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States or the Indiana National Guard. Requires the taxpayer to submit certain information to the department of state revenue to claim the credit.
Requires the legislative council to oversee the audit, by an independent public accounting firm, of all accounts, financial affairs, and compliance related matters of all state agencies. Requires the legislative council to direct the legislative services agency to issue requests for proposals for an independent public accounting firm or firms, as necessary, to audit the state agencies. Requires the legislative council to determine which and how many state agencies will be audited each year. Requires the legislative council to provide notice to a state agency that will be subject to audit 30 days prior to the audit. Provides that the legislative council may not authorize a subsequent audit of a state agency until all state agencies have been audited at least once. Provides that when all of the state agencies have been audited at least once, the legislative council may determine which and how many agencies will be audited annually for each calendar year thereafter on a random basis. Provides that the legislative council may authorize a subsequent audit of a state agency that the legislative council determines to be high risk. Requires the legislative council to determine the scope of an audit during the request for proposal process. Lists the state agencies that are subject to audit. Requires the legislative council to publish the results of the audit of each state agency on the general assembly's website.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Senator David Vinzant upon his retirement from the Senate. It was adopted unanimously by the Senate on January 27, 2025, as a formal recognition of his service. The resolution does not create new policies or affect any constituents - it serves solely as a ceremonial tribute.
Requires a construction manager as contractor and a subcontractor of any tier to submit the E-Verify case verification number for an individual to the public agency before the individual begins work on a public works project. Provides that a public agency may not enter into a contract for a public works project with a contractor unless: (1) the contract contains certain provisions; and (2) the contractor signs an affidavit affirming that: (A) the contractor does not knowingly employ an unauthorized alien; and (B) the E-Verify documentation provided to the public agency is complete and accurate.
Adds an investigator for the inspector general to the list of public safety officers whose relative receives a special death benefit if the officer dies in the line of duty.
Extends, to political subdivisions, the application of current restrictions on firearm buyback programs. Prohibits a firearm buyback program that does not meet certain requirements related to staffing, serial number searches, firearm disposal, and disclosure of identifying information.
Provides that a lobbyist who meets certain training, licensing, and eligibility requirements has the right to carry a handgun within the state capitol building and on the property of the state capitol complex. Makes a technical correction.
Maddy summarySB 25 increases the maximum annual income tax deduction available to renters from $3,000 to $4,000. This change directly affects individual taxpayers who itemize deductions and pay rent, potentially lowering their taxable income. The key provision simply raises the cap on this deduction amount without altering eligibility rules. The bill is currently before the Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy after being introduced on January 8, 2025.
Maddy summarySB 205 transfers the office of the Department of Child Services Ombudsman from the Department of Administration to the Office of the Attorney General. This procedural bill changes the administrative home of the ombudsman position but does not alter the role's duties or the individuals it serves. The ombudsman continues to investigate complaints about child welfare services, but will now operate under the Attorney General's office rather than the Department of Administration. The bill is currently in committee for review.