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IN HB1396

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2026

Primary Sponsor

Robert Morris

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Easements and encumbrances on vacated rights-of-way are automatically extinguished 20 years after the vacation date
  • All rights relating to or in reliance on such easements or encumbrances are also terminated at the 20-year mark
  • Easements or encumbrances granted in writing by the landowner after the right-of-way was vacated are exempt from automatic extinguishment
  • The new provisions apply to all areas of Indiana, including counties with consolidated cities
  • Effective July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Abandoned local roadways.

Last Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Local Government

1/8/2026

Committee Referrals

Local Government1/8/2026

Full Bill Text

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