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IN HB1428

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2026

Primary Sponsor

Hunter Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Senior neighborhoods (age 55+ communities) may operate pools without lifeguards if the pool is no deeper than 6 feet and has no diving board, diving well, or water slide

  • Lifeguards are required during designated visiting hours when minors under 18 are permitted to use the pool; minors may not use the pool outside these hours

  • Senior neighborhoods must post signage at pool entrances stating "No lifeguard on duty-swim at your own risk" and indicating whether children under 18 are allowed during visiting hours or prohibited entirely

  • Indiana Department of Health may assess fines of $1,000 per violation and must amend 410 IAC 6-2.1 to conform with the act

  • Effective upon passage; declared an emergency measure

Legislative Description

Swimming pools in senior neighborhoods.

Last Action

Representative Shonkwiler added as coauthor

1/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Health1/8/2026

Full Bill Text

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