Sen. Chris Garten

Maddy summarySCR 26 is a concurrent resolution honoring Lee Herbert Hamilton, a notable figure (though the context doesn't specify his role). It serves as a formal expression of respect and remembrance from the legislature, not a law affecting policies or people. The resolution has been referred to committees but has not advanced further in the legislative process. This type of memorial resolution does not create legal obligations or alter existing laws.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 68) formally honors Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson through a ceremonial tribute. It has no policy impact or effect on laws, regulations, or specific groups. The resolution is a standard procedural gesture by the Senate to recognize an individual's contributions, as is typical for memorial resolutions. No concrete policy changes or affected parties are involved.

Amends the duties of the office of the secretary of family and social services (office) concerning home and community based services waivers (waiver). Requires: (1) a provider of waiver services to provide certain documentation to a waiver recipient; (2) a waiver recipient to review the documentation and report errors or inconsistencies; and (3) the recipient's case manager to provide assistance to the recipient in reviewing the documentation and reporting any errors or inconsistencies. Establishes a time frame in which the bureau of disabilities services must review and approve or deny requests for an increase in service units provided to certain individuals with a disability. Creates an exemption for presumptive eligibility standards. Provides reimbursement exemptions under certain Medicaid programs when operating under a value based health care reimbursement agreement. Provides that a provision prohibiting the office from reducing reimbursement for home health services expires June 30, 2027. Requires the office to collaborate with certain entities to develop a new reimbursement methodology for home health services. Specifies that public notice of at least six months (rather than one year) must be provided before a health facility service reimbursement that results in a reduction in reimbursement may be changed. Provides that a claim by the estate recovery unit of the office of Medicaid policy and planning (estate recovery unit) is forever barred unless the estate recovery unit files a claim in the court in which the decedent's estate is being administered not later than nine months after the date of death of the decedent.

Maddy summarySCR 25 is a non-binding concurrent resolution honoring Abigail "Abby" Williams and Liberty "Libby" German, who were victims of a 2023 crime. It formally celebrates their legacy through a symbolic gesture by the state legislature, with broad bipartisan support evidenced by 41 co-authors in both chambers. The resolution does not create new laws, affect any policies, or change rights or responsibilities for residents. It serves solely as a commemorative statement to recognize their memory.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 63) honoring Senator Candace Hall for her service upon her retirement from the Indiana Senate. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is a symbolic gesture of recognition approved by the Senate. The resolution was introduced by multiple senators and passed unanimously with a voice vote on February 23, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 12 prohibits local governments from using ranked choice voting in municipal or school board elections. It directly affects communities that had adopted or planned to adopt this voting method. The bill's key provision bans the implementation of ranked choice voting systems by local election authorities. The bill passed the House on January 20, 2026, with 38 votes in favor and 9 against. This legislation prevents any future use of ranked choice voting for local elections in the state.

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 summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 57) honoring Sergeant Bill Spalding upon his retirement from service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it simply serves as a formal tribute from the Senate to Sgt. Spalding. The resolution was introduced by Senator Bray and adopted by voice vote on February 19, 2026, with multiple senators adding their support as coauthors.

Maddy summaryHB 1417 establishes a commission to study tort reform and limits civil lawsuits related to public nuisances, such as environmental harm or neighborhood disturbances. It directly affects communities and businesses that could face or file such lawsuits, potentially reducing legal challenges over shared community issues. The bill creates a formal process for the commission to review and recommend changes to civil lawsuit rules. This legislation passed the Senate with 61 votes in favor and 34 against.

Maddy summaryHCR 20 is a concurrent resolution honoring Sergeant Terry Frye, a military service member. It does not create new laws or affect policies; instead, it formally recognizes Sergeant Frye's service through a legislative resolution. Both the House and Senate must approve this resolution for it to be adopted. The bill is currently in early legislative stages, having been referred to the Senate and receiving its first reading.