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IN HB1202

Bill

Status

Passed

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ethan Lawson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Replaces "certified" ignition interlock devices with "registered" devices and establishes new registration requirements through the Indiana State Department of Toxicology, including detailed technical standards for breath alcohol testing, random retests, image identification, and violation reset capabilities

  • Transfers fire safety inspection authority from the State Fire Marshal to the Department of Homeland Security for child care centers, child care ministries, child caring institutions, group homes, health facilities, hotels/motels, and fireworks retailers

  • Removes the Criminal Justice Institute's authority to administer public safety improvement areas in consolidated or second class cities and repeals the related statutory chapter (IC 36-8-19.5)

  • Eliminates the ignition interlock inspection account previously administered by the Criminal Justice Institute and removes several rulemaking requirements from various agencies

  • Requires EMS personnel seeking certification to submit to a national criminal history background check, with results released to the commission or Department of Homeland Security

Legislative Description

Various public safety matters.

Last Action

Public Law 28

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Homeland Security & Transportation1/26/2026
Veterans Affairs and Public Safety1/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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