Provides that the fee for the inspection of gasoline or kerosene shall be imposed on "avgas" (aviation fuel used in piston engine powered aircraft) and jet fuel. Establishes an aviation fuel account (account) within the underground petroleum storage tank excess liability trust fund and requires that the inspection fees on avgas and jet fuel be deposited in the account. Provides that the account may be used only for financial responsibility, corrective action, third party indemnification, and administration expenses related to avgas and jet fuel. Provides that, beginning December 31, 2023, an amount equal to the difference between: (1) the entire balance in the account; and (2) a reserve amount that, in combination with an estimate of the fees that will be deposited in the account during the following calendar year, is reasonably anticipated to be sufficient to meet the other purposes of the account in the following year; shall be transferred annually from the account to the airport development grant fund.
Sen. Chris Garten
Sponsored bills
Authorizes certain pass through entities to make an election to pay tax at the entity level based on each owner's aggregate share of adjusted gross income. Provides a refundable tax credit equal to the amount of tax paid by the electing entity with regard to the owner's share. Allows a credit for pass through entity taxes that are imposed by and paid to another state. Makes certain changes to provisions that apply to taxpayers who file a combined return for the financial institutions tax. Makes conforming changes for purposes of partnership audit and administrative adjustments.
Removes the requirements that an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) have a practice agreement with a collaborating physician. Removes a provision requiring an APRN to operate under a collaborative practice agreement or the privileges granted by a hospital governing board. Repeals law concerning the audit of practice agreements. Allows an APRN with prescriptive authority to prescribe a schedule II controlled substance for weight reduction or to control obesity. Makes conforming changes.
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring Indiana 4-H and recognizing February 7, 2023, as Indiana 4-H Day at the Statehouse.
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the Indiana Legislative Youth Advisory Council.
A SENATE RESOLUTION to honor Mary Lemieux for her years of service as a doorkeeper for the Indiana Senate.
A SENATE RESOLUTION honoring Senator Michael Griffin for his service to the Indiana Senate and the constituents of Senate District 1.
A SENATE RESOLUTION recognizing the humanitarian efforts of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital for the Supporting Action For Emergency Responses (SAFER) Ukraine program.
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring the late Governor Joe Kernan and urging the Indiana Department of Administration to place a memorial bust of Governor Kernan within the State Capitol.
Requires the department of natural resources (department) to provide free admission to: (1) members of the armed forces of the United States and veterans of the armed forces of the United States; and (2) the member's or veteran's motor vehicle and passengers; to Indiana state parks, and other department properties. Eliminates provisions that provide that an individual who: (1) is eligible for a disabled Hoosier veteran license plate; or (2) is issued a prisoner of war license plate; may purchase a Golden Hoosier Passport.