Sen. Stacey Donato

Maddy summarySB 484 establishes standardized requirements for written agreements between recreational vehicle (RV) dealers and customers in Indiana. It directly affects RV dealers selling vehicles and customers purchasing them, mandating specific terms in sales contracts. The bill requires dealers to include clear, standardized provisions in all RV sale agreements to ensure transparency. These changes align Indiana's RV dealer regulations with existing legal standards, making the process more consistent for buyers and sellers. The law became effective upon the Governor's signature on April 9, 2025.

Maddy summarySCR 36 is a ceremonial concurrent resolution honoring the Indiana Mental Health Roundtable. It does not create new laws or policies, nor does it directly affect any individuals or organizations. The resolution serves as a formal expression of recognition for the Roundtable's work in mental health advocacy. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect or concrete policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 56) is a symbolic Senate Resolution honoring Judge Terry A. Crone upon his retirement from the Indiana Court of Appeals. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is a ceremonial expression of recognition from the Indiana Senate. The resolution was introduced by Senator Koch and adopted unanimously by voice vote on April 8, 2025, with broad bipartisan support from 40 senators. It directly affects no individuals or groups through policy changes, serving only as a formal tribute to Judge Crone's service.

Maddy summarySR 51 is a non-binding Senate resolution introduced by Senators Schmitt and Clark. It formally recognizes the national debt as a threat to national security, expressing the Senate's concern about the issue. The resolution does not create new laws, impose obligations, or directly affect any individuals or groups. It passed unanimously through committee and the full Senate, serving as a symbolic statement of legislative concern. As a resolution, it has no legal effect on policy or spending.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 54) recognizing Judge Patricia A. Riley's service upon her retirement from the Indiana Court of Appeals. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or people beyond formally honoring her retirement. The resolution was introduced by Senator Koch and unanimously adopted by the Senate on April 7, 2025. It serves solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for her judicial career.

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename that portion of State Road 75 between CR 700 S and CR 800 S in Carroll County the "Deputy Sheriff Noah C. Rainey Memorial Road".

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".

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename that portion of U.S. Highway 31 from Smith Valley Road to County Line Road the "State Trooper Aaron Smith Memorial Highway".

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename the State Road 7 bridge over the Vernon Fork of the Muscatatuck River the "Lance Corporal Jacky Koenig Jr. Memorial Bridge".

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 53) formally honors Dr. David Marcotte for his service at the Indiana Urban Schools Association (IUSA) upon his retirement. It is a symbolic gesture by the Indiana Senate, authored by Senator Ford J.D. and co-authored by multiple senators, to recognize his contributions to urban education. The resolution does not create new laws or affect policies; it is a commemorative action with no direct impact on constituents or legislation.