House Bill 1370 Summary

• Amends IC 36-6-6-10 to cap total annual compensation and benefits for township board members at $7,000 per year, effective after December 31, 2011.

• Cap includes salary, vehicle use, mileage allowances, health/vision/dental insurance, and all other amounts or benefits provided to compensate board members for public service.

• Requires township legislative bodies to vote by majority in 2011 to reduce board member salaries as necessary to comply with the $7,000 annual cap, effective January 1, 2012.

• Effective date of July 1, 2011, with the compensation cap taking effect January 1, 2012.