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IN SB0513

Bill

Status

Passed

4/24/2019

Primary Sponsor

David Niezgodski

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Origin

Senate

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Individual property damage compensation from the state disaster relief fund increased from $5,000 to $10,000 maximum

  • Minimum loss amount required for compensation eligibility set at $500

  • Only one individual per residence may receive compensation under these provisions

  • Administrative code provisions (290 IAC 1-2-1(c) and 290 IAC 1-2-1(f)) setting the previous $5,000 cap are voided

  • Department of Homeland Security required to amend administrative rules before July 1, 2020 to incorporate the new compensation limits

Legislative Description

Grants from state disaster relief fund. Provides that the maximum amount that an individual may receive from the state disaster relief fund (fund) as compensation for damages to the individual's property is $10,000. (Current administrative rules provide that the maximum amount is $5,000.) Voids provisions in the Indiana Administrative Code that set forth a maximum compensation amount of $5,000. Directs the department of homeland security to amend, before July 1, 2020, the administrative rule concerning the fund to reflect a maximum compensation amount of $10,000 for individuals.

Last Action

Public Law 70

4/24/2019

Committee Referrals

Veterans Affairs and Public Safety3/5/2019
Appropriations2/12/2019
Homeland Security & Transportation1/14/2019

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