Sen. Shelli Yoder

Maddy summarySCR 21 is a non-binding concurrent resolution urging support for maternal and infant health initiatives. It does not create new laws or allocate funds, but formally calls on state agencies and stakeholders to prioritize this issue. Sponsored by Senators Hunley, Yoder, and Jackson L, and referred to the House Committee on Public Health, the resolution serves as a symbolic statement of legislative support. It directly affects the state's public health focus by encouraging coordinated efforts to improve outcomes for mothers and infants.

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the National FFA Organization and the Indiana FFA Association for exemplary work in the advancement of agricultural education in Indiana and across the country.

Maddy summaryHCR 22 is a non-binding legislative resolution that formally acknowledges Rare Disease Day, observed annually on February 28th. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or directly affect any specific individuals or groups. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture by the legislature to highlight the challenges faced by people living with rare diseases. This type of resolution is purely commemorative and does not result in any concrete policy changes or obligations.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 24) formally honors Jeff Baldwin upon his retirement from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Bloomington. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a ceremonial resolution expressing the Senate's appreciation. The resolution was introduced by Senator Yoder and unanimously adopted by voice vote on February 17, 2025.

A SENATE RESOLUTION to honor the West Baden Renewal Project for its efforts in restoring the West Baden (Colored) First Baptist Church in West Baden Springs, Indiana.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SCR 14), not a policy bill. It formally honors Bella Bauer, founder of the Purple Project, for her advocacy work supporting children and teens with epilepsy. The resolution expresses legislative recognition of her contributions but does not create any new laws or affect any policies or individuals.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 3) is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring the late Senator Jean Breaux. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals; it solely serves to memorialize her life and service. The resolution was adopted unanimously by the Senate on February 6, 2025, with multiple senators as authors and coauthors. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legislative or regulatory impact.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 22) formally honors Asra Hussain through a symbolic gesture by the state legislature. It does not create new laws, impose obligations, or affect any specific group or policy. The resolution serves as a commemorative statement recognizing Asra Hussain's contributions or service, as determined by the legislators who sponsored it. (Note: Memorial resolutions like this are procedural and do not alter state law or impact constituents directly.)

Provides that certain funding provided to a local board of health may be used to provide automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to school corporations, charter schools, and state accredited nonpublic schools. Revises the definition of "venue specific emergency action plan for sudden cardiac arrest" (plan) and revises the requirements of a plan. Requires the department of education to develop a plan for certain schools and provide support for the plan, if requested by the school. Requires the department of education to conduct a statewide survey of school corporations, charter schools, and state accredited nonpublic schools concerning: (1) plans developed prior to July 1, 2025; and (2) AEDs.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 19) commends IBEW Local 481 for 62 years of providing lighting services at Monument Circle in Indianapolis. It is a ceremonial honor recognizing the union's long-standing service, not a law changing policies or affecting regulations. The resolution does not impose any new requirements or alter existing laws. It was introduced and passed unanimously by the Senate on February 3, 2025.