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IN SCR0024
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
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Indiana General Assembly congratulates Indiana Beach amusement park and vacation resort on Lake Shafer for its 100th anniversary in 2026
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Park was founded as Ideal Beach in 1926 by Earl W. Spackman, later renamed Indiana Beach by his son Tom Spackman who expanded it with a paddlewheel boat (1961), roller coasters (1970s), and water park (1990s)
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Park faced permanent closure in February 2020 after ownership changes in 2008 and 2015, but was purchased by Chicago businessman Gene Staples in April 2020 and reopened by end of June 2020
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Resolution recognizes Indiana Beach as a staple of White County, the greater Lafayette region, and the State of Indiana
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Secretary of the Senate directed to transmit copies of the resolution to Indiana Beach
Legislative Description
Honoring Indiana Beach on their 100th anniversary.
Last Action
Returned to the Senate
2/20/2026