Indiana Senator Brian Buchanan [R]

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INSB0325PassHomestead standard deduction. Specifies the requirements and the real property improvements considered when determining whether property is a dwelling or a homestead for purposes of the standard property tax deduction law. Removes additional definiti...
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2023-05-04
Public Law 182
INSB0486PassEducation matters. Repeals teacher training requirements regarding: (1) criminal gang organizations awareness; (2) certain information concerning homeless students; and (3) recognizing the signs and symptoms of seizures and the appropriate steps to b...
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2023-05-04
Public Law 200
INHB1382PassRobotics programs. Establishes the robotics competition program to provide grants to eligible robotics competition teams (eligible teams) in order to expand opportunities to increase interest and improve skills in science, technology, engineering, an...
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2023-05-04
Public Law 231
INSB0443PassVarious education matters. Requires the department of education to, not later than November 1, 2023, do the following: (1) Create a list of personal liability insurers that offer personal liability insurance policies for teachers. (2) Post the list o...
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2023-05-04
Public Law 196
INHB1499PassVarious tax matters. Makes certain changes to the qualification requirements for the: (1) deduction for individuals who are at least 65 years of age; and (2) additional credit for certain homesteads. Increases the amount of the supplemental homestead...
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2023-05-04
Public Law 239
INSB0391PassCharter schools. Provides that, for a resolution to adopt a school operating referendum tax levy or school safety referendum tax levy adopted after May 10, 2023, a county auditor must distribute a portion of revenue received from the school operating...
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2023-05-04
Public Law 189
INHB1483PassDiscipline rules regarding bullying. Provides that discipline rules adopted by the governing body of a school corporation must include timetables for reporting bullying incidents to parents of both the targeted student and the alleged perpetrator in ...
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2023-05-04
Public Law 238
INSB0271PassCertified technology parks. Specifies additional information that a certified technology park (park) is required to provide to the Indiana economic development corporation (corporation) in the course of a review. Provides that if a park has reached t...
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2023-05-01
Public Law 105
INSB0046PassCounty option circuit breaker tax credit. Authorizes a county fiscal body to adopt an ordinance to provide a credit against property tax liability for qualified individuals. Defines a "qualified individual" for purposes of the credit. Provides that t...
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2023-05-01
Public Law 95
INSB0268PassProhibited pension system investments. Prohibits the Indiana public retirement system from investing in certain restricted entities or restricted investment products, including particular investments publicly confirmed to be controlled by the People'...
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2023-05-01
Public Law 104
INSB0005PassConsumer data protection. Establishes a new article in the Indiana Code concerning consumer data protection, to take effect January 1, 2026. Sets forth the following within the new article: (1) Definitions of various terms that apply throughout the a...
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2023-05-01
Public Law 94
INSB0151PassFoster families. Provides that the amount of foster care support tax credits allowed may not exceed $2,000,000 in each calendar year beginning after December 31, 2023, and ending before January 1, 2028. Requires the department of state revenue (depar...
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2023-05-01
Public Law 97
INHB1132PassLand use task force. Creates the land use task force to study and make recommendations concerning: (1) areas where food insecurity exists; (2) development growth trends in rural, suburban, and urban communities across Indiana; and (3) other community...
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2023-05-01
Public Law 124
INHB1637PassTeacher education scholarship programs. Increases the annual scholarship amount that the commission for higher education (commission) may award under the next generation Hoosier educators scholarship program from $7,500 to $10,000. Removes limits on ...
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2023-05-01
Public Law 161
INHB1034PassIncome tax exemption for military pay. Exempts military pay for members of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States or the national guard from the individual income tax. (Current law provides an individual income tax exemption for...
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2023-05-01
Public Law 121
INSB0404PassAccess to transcripts. Provides that a state educational institution or private postsecondary educational institution operated for profit (institution) in Indiana may not: (1) refuse to provide a transcript for a current or former student of the inst...
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2023-04-20
Public Law 51
INHCR0041PassRecognizing former Indiana House of Representatives employee Brad Burk on his 25th anniversary leading the American Cancer Society in Indiana. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing former Indiana House of Representatives employee Brad Burk on his 25th ...
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2023-04-19
Returned to the House
INHCR0005PassUrging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename the bridge on State Highway 27 over I-70 as the "Officer Seara Burton Memorial Bridge". A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename the bridge on State Hi...
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2023-04-17
Representatives Goodrich, Pack R, Haggard C, Teshka J, May, Baird, Pierce K, Prescott, Snow C, Smith, V., Johnson, Olthoff, Slager, Miller D, O'Brien T, Engleman, Smaltz, Negele, Manning, McGuire J, Meltzer J, Culp K, Lucas, Sweet L, Garcia Wilburn V, Lehman, Errington, Schaibley, Patterson L, Vermilion A, Harris, Hamilton, Miller K, Judy, Abbott D, Zent, VanNatter, Clere, Rowray E, Pryor, Pfaff, Pierce M, Wesco, Jordan, Thompson, Cherry, Davis M, GiaQuinta, Hatfield, Hall D, Bartels, Aylesworth, Frye, Boy, Jackson, Heine, Andrade M added as coauthors
INSCR0040PassHonoring Judge Margret G. Robb. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring Judge Margret G. Robb upon her retirement from the Court of Appeals of Indiana.
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2023-04-13
Returned to the Senate
INSCR0038PassMemorializing Congresswoman Jackie Walorski. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION memorializing Congresswoman Jackie Walorski.
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2023-04-12
Returned to the Senate
INSR0033PassRecognizing the NRA on its 152nd annual convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. A SENATE RESOLUTION recognizing the National Rifle Association on the occasion of its 152nd annual convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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2023-04-11
First reading: adopted voice vote
INSR0042PassHonoring Eddie Langford. A SENATE RESOLUTION honoring Eddie Langford upon his retirement and thanking him for 29 years of exceptional service to the Indiana Senate.
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2023-04-11
Senators Alexander, Alting, Baldwin, Bassler, Becker, Bohacek, Breaux, Brown L, Buchanan, Buck, Busch, Byrne, Charbonneau, Crane, Crider, Deery, Dernulc, Donato, Doriot, Ford J.D., Ford Jon, Freeman, Garten, Gaskill, Glick, Hunley, Johnson, Koch, Leising, Melton, Messmer, Mishler, Niemeyer, Niezgodski, Perfect, Pol, Qaddoura, Raatz, Randolph, Rogers, Sandlin, Taylor G, Tomes, Walker G, Walker K, Yoder, Young M, Zay added as coauthors
INSR0039PassCongratulating the Honda Indiana Auto Plant. A SENATE RESOLUTION congratulating the Honda Indiana Auto Plant in Greensburg, Indiana, on 15 years of operations.
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2023-04-10
Senators Alexander, Alting, Baldwin, Bassler, Becker, Bohacek, Bray, Breaux, Brown L, Buchanan, Buck, Busch, Byrne, Charbonneau, Crane, Crider, Deery, Dernulc, Donato, Doriot, Ford J.D., Ford Jon, Freeman, Garten, Gaskill, Glick, Holdman, Hunley, Johnson, Koch, Melton, Messmer, Mishler, Niemeyer, Niezgodski, Perfect, Pol, Qaddoura, Raatz, Randolph, Rogers, Sandlin, Taylor G, Tomes, Walker G, Walker K, Yoder, Young M, Zay added as coauthors
INSR0037PassHonoring David Goggins. A SENATE RESOLUTION honoring David Goggins for his years of service in the United States military and his continued contributions to society.
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2023-04-06
Senators Alexander, Alting, Bassler, Becker, Bohacek, Breaux, Brown L, Buchanan, Buck, Byrne, Charbonneau, Crane, Crider, Deery, Dernulc, Donato, Doriot, Ford J.D., Gaskill, Glick, Holdman, Hunley, Johnson, Koch, Leising, Melton, Messmer, Mishler, Niemeyer, Niezgodski, Perfect, Pol, Qaddoura, Raatz, Randolph, Rogers, Sandlin, Tomes, Walker G, Walker K, Yoder, Young M, Zay added as coauthors
INSB0480PassGender transition procedures for minors. Prohibits a physician or other practitioner from: (1) knowingly providing gender transition procedures to an individual who is less than 18 years of age (minor); and (2) aiding or abetting another physician or...
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2023-04-05
Public Law 10
INHB1327PassAccountancy. Defines "principal place of business". Requires a certified public accountant applying for an initial issuance of a certificate to have one year of experience. (Under current law, an applicant must have two years of experience.) Requires...
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2023-04-05
Public Law 14
INSCR0027PassHonoring the Citizens' Speedway Committee. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring the Citizens' Speedway Committee.
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2023-03-30
Returned to the Senate
INSCR0028PassCongratulating the Fishers High School "We the People" team. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION congratulating the Fishers High School "We the People" team on being the runner up for the 2022 "We the People" National Finals.
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2023-03-23
Returned to the Senate
INSCR0031PassHonoring Barbara Boyd. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring the lifetime achievements of Indianapolis journalist Barbara Boyd.
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2023-03-22
Returned to the Senate
INSB0260Engross
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State tax credit for public school foundation. Provides a 25% state tax credit for contributions made to a public school foundation for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2023, and before January 1, 2026. Provides that the amount allowable as...
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2023-03-21
To House Ways and Means Committee
INSCR0013PassRecognizing the 50th anniversary of the Fischoff National Chamber Music Association. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Fischoff National Chamber Music Association.
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2023-03-21
Representative Lauer added as cosponsor
INSCR0005PassUrging INDOT to rename a section of SR13 in Madison County, the "Officer Noah Jacob Shahnavaz Memorial Mile". A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename a section of State Road 13 in Madison County, beginning at...
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2023-03-21
Representative Barrett added as cosponsor
INSCR0014PassHonoring the Indiana Fever and recognizing National Girls and Women in Sports Day. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring the Indiana Fever and recognizing the 37th annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day.
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2023-03-21
Representative Lauer added as cosponsor
INSCR0024PassHonoring Justice Steven H. David. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring Justice Steven H. David upon his retirement from the Indiana Supreme Court.
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2023-03-21
Representative Lauer added as cosponsor
INSCR0030PassCongratulating INDOT and partners on I-69 Finish Line Recognition. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION congratulating the Indiana Department of Transportation, HNTB Corporation, Walsh Construction, and their many partners on having a portion of Interstate 69 Fin...
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2023-03-21
Returned to the Senate
INSR0027PassRecognizing March 21, 2023, as World Down Syndrome Day. A SENATE RESOLUTION recognizing March 21, 2023, as World Down Syndrome Day.
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2023-03-21
Senators Alexander, Alting, Baldwin, Bassler, Becker, Bray, Breaux, Brown L, Buchanan, Buck, Busch, Byrne, Crane, Crider, Deery, Dernulc, Donato, Doriot, Ford J.D., Ford Jon, Freeman, Garten, Gaskill, Glick, Holdman, Hunley, Johnson, Koch, Leising, Melton, Messmer, Mishler, Niemeyer, Niezgodski, Perfect, Pol, Qaddoura, Raatz, Randolph, Rogers, Sandlin, Taylor G, Tomes, Walker G, Walker K, Yoder, Young M, Zay added as coauthors
INSR0024Intro
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Memorializing Master Trooper James R. Bailey. A SENATE RESOLUTION memorializing Master Trooper James R. Bailey.
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2023-03-14
Senators Alexander, Alting, Bassler, Becker, Bohacek, Bray, Breaux, Brown L, Buchanan, Buck, Byrne, Charbonneau, Crane, Crider, Deery, Dernulc, Donato, Doriot, Ford J.D., Ford Jon, Freeman, Gaskill, Holdman, Hunley, Koch, Leising, Melton, Messmer, Mishler, Niemeyer, Niezgodski, Perfect, Pol, Qaddoura, Raatz, Randolph, Rogers, Sandlin, Taylor G, Tomes, Walker G, Walker K, Yoder, Young M, Zay added as coauthors
INSCR0016PassRecognizing the National FFA Organization and the Indiana FFA Association. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the National FFA Organization and the Indiana FFA Association for exemplary work in the advancement of agricultural education in Indiana an...
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2023-03-13
Representative Jordan added as cosponsor
INSB0339Engross
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Attainable homeownership tax credit. Establishes a tax credit (credit) for a contribution to an affordable housing organization (organization). Requires the Indiana economic development corporation to approve each organization applicant as an organiz...
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2023-02-28
To House Ways and Means Committee
INSB0300Engross
50%
Residential tax increment financing. Removes the threshold conditions for establishing a residential housing development program and a tax increment allocation area for the program, including the condition that the governing body of each school corpo...
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2023-02-28
To House Ways and Means Committee
INHB1179Engross
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Professional licensing. Allows a state agency to adopt a policy governing electronic meetings conducted by a board or committee of the agency, if the board or committee has not adopted a policy. Allows the reinstatement of a professional license that...
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2023-02-27
To Senate Commerce & Technology Committee
INSB0002PassTaxation of pass through entities. 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...
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2023-02-22
Public Law 1
INSCR0012PassCongratulating Dr. Scott Robison. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION congratulating Dr. Scott Robison on his retirement and honoring his thirty-eight years of dedicated service to Indiana's schools.
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2023-02-16
Returned to the Senate
INSCR0015PassHonoring Indiana 4-H. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honoring Indiana 4-H and recognizing February 7, 2023, as Indiana 4-H Day at the Statehouse.
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2023-02-16
Returned to the Senate
INSB0398Intro
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School property taxes. Requires a county auditor to distribute a portion of revenue received from a school corporation's operations fund property tax levy to each: (1) charter school in which students who receive not more than 50% virtual instruction...
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2023-02-14
To Senate Tax and Fiscal Policy Committee
INSB0347Intro
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Work sharing unemployment benefits program. Establishes a work sharing unemployment insurance program (program). Requires an employer that desires to participate in the program to submit a work sharing plan for approval by the commissioner of the dep...
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2023-02-09
To Senate Appropriations Committee
INSCR0011PassRecognizing the Indiana Legislative Youth Advisory Council. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the Indiana Legislative Youth Advisory Council.
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2023-02-07
Returned to the Senate
INSR0008PassHonoring Mary Lemieux. A SENATE RESOLUTION to honor Mary Lemieux for her years of service as a doorkeeper for the Indiana Senate.
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2023-02-06
Senators Alexander, Alting, Baldwin, Bassler, Becker, Bohacek, Bray, Brown L, Buchanan, Buck, Busch, Byrne, Charbonneau, Crane, Crider, Deery, Dernulc, Donato, Doriot, Ford J.D., Ford Jon, Freeman, Garten, Gaskill, Glick, Holdman, Hunley, Johnson, Koch, Leising, Melton, Messmer, Mishler, Niemeyer, Niezgodski, Perfect, Pol, Raatz, Randolph, Rogers, Sandlin, Taylor G, Tomes, Walker G, Walker K, Yoder, Young M, Zay added as coauthors
INSR0010PassHonoring Senator Michael Griffin. A SENATE RESOLUTION honoring Senator Michael Griffin for his service to the Indiana Senate and the constituents of Senate District 1.
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2023-02-02
Senators Alexander, Alting, Baldwin, Bassler, Becker, Bohacek, Bray, Brown L, Buchanan, Buck, Busch, Byrne, Charbonneau, Crane, Crider, Deery, Dernulc, Donato, Doriot, Ford Jon, Freeman, Garten, Gaskill, Glick, Holdman, Johnson, Koch, Leising, Messmer, Mishler, Niemeyer, Perfect, Raatz, Rogers, Sandlin, Tomes, Walker G, Walker K, Young M, Zay added as coauthors
INSR0009PassRecognizing St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. A SENATE RESOLUTION recognizing the humanitarian efforts of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital for the Supporting Action For Emergency Responses (SAFER) Ukraine program.
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2023-01-30
Senators Alexander, Alting, Baldwin, Bassler, Becker, Bohacek, Bray, Breaux, Brown L, Buchanan, Buck, Busch, Byrne, Charbonneau, Crane, Crider, Deery, Dernulc, Donato, Doriot, Ford J.D., Ford Jon, Freeman, Garten, Gaskill, Glick, Holdman, Hunley, Johnson, Koch, Leising, Melton, Messmer, Mishler, Niemeyer, Niezgodski, Perfect, Pol, Qaddoura, Raatz, Rogers, Sandlin, Taylor G, Tomes, Walker G, Walker K, Yoder, Young M, Zay added as coauthors
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