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IN HB1217
Bill
Status
Engrossed
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kyle Pierce
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AI Summary
- Payment stablecoins may only be issued in Indiana by licensed payment stablecoin issuers, effective July 1, 2026, with digital asset service providers prohibited from offering unlicensed stablecoins beginning July 1, 2028
- Stablecoin issuers are prohibited from paying interest, yield, or any economic benefit to holders in connection with holding, using, or retaining payment stablecoins
- The Department of Financial Institutions will administer licensure, requiring applicants to demonstrate financial soundness, comply with federal reserve requirements under 12 U.S.C. 5903, and certify anti-money laundering/terrorism financing compliance programs within 180 days of approval
- Violations carry civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation plus investigation costs, with criminal penalties including Class A misdemeanor for false statements and Level 6 felony for unlicensed activity exceeding $750 in a 30-day period
- In insolvency proceedings, stablecoin holders receive priority claims over other creditors with respect to the issuer's required reserves
Legislative Description
Regulation of stablecoin.
Last Action
Committee report: do pass, adopted
2/19/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations2/12/2026
Insurance & Financial Institutions1/26/2026
Financial Institutions1/5/2026
Full Bill Text
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