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.
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Allows an organization or entity to establish and administer a cancer clinical trial participation program for the purpose of providing payments to a participant for certain costs incurred by the participant while participating in a cancer clinical trial. Sets forth program requirements and participant eligibility.
Maddy summarySCR 25 is a concurrent resolution honoring all Emergency Medical Service (EMS) providers in Indiana. It specifically recognizes EMS personnel who lost their lives while serving in the line of duty. This resolution does not create new laws or benefits; it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Indiana legislature. The resolution was adopted by the House with a voice vote and is now moving through the Senate.
Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 52) honoring Hendricks County Deputy Sheriff Fred Fislar. It formally memorializes Deputy Fislar's service and sacrifice through a resolution adopted by the Indiana Senate. The resolution was authored by Senator Clark and co-sponsored by numerous senators, reflecting broad legislative support for this tribute. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 48) formally recognizes the link between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide among military personnel and veterans. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of this critical issue affecting service members and veterans. The resolution was introduced by multiple senators and unanimously adopted in its first reading. It directly addresses the military and veteran communities by highlighting a recognized health concern.
Defines "employment social enterprise" as a nonprofit or for-profit organization that meets certain criteria. Amends the definition of "workforce related program" to include a work based learning program or transitional jobs program that: (1) is through an employment social enterprise; and (2) meets certain other criteria.
Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 40) is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Bobby Pruett. It formally recognizes his service and contributions, likely in a military or civic capacity, though the resolution itself does not create new laws or affect any policies. The resolution was introduced by Senators Garten and Maxwell and adopted by the Senate on March 18, 2025, with numerous senators adding their support as co-authors. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding effect or direct impact on constituents or legislation.
Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Dr. David Bowden and was unanimously adopted by the Senate on March 17, 2025, with 37 senators coauthoring it. It recognizes Dr. Bowden's contributions but does not create any new laws or affect specific policies. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding effect or direct impact on constituents or legislation. The measure serves solely to acknowledge Dr. Bowden's service through formal Senate recognition.
Allows a taxpayer to claim a credit against state income tax liability for certain qualified railroad expenditures and qualified new rail infrastructure expenditures. Specifies the amount of the credit. Limits the total amount of credits that may be allowed in a state fiscal year to: (1) $10,000 for qualified railroad expenditures; and (2) $10,000 for qualified new rail infrastructure expenditures.
Establishes the 287(g) agreement grant program. Provides that a "287(g) agreement" refers to an agreement entered into under Section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. Allows the department of homeland security to provide grants to assist certain local law enforcement authorities in entering into and carrying out law enforcement under a 287(g) agreement.