Indiana HB1193 amends civil rights laws to restrict the Civil Rights Commission's role in representing private individuals in civil actions.

Indiana HB1193 modifies the Indiana Civil Rights Act to limit the Civil Rights Commission's involvement in civil actions. The bill specifies that the commission cannot represent private individuals in civil actions filed in circuit or superior court. It mandates that the party electing to have claims decided in a civil action must file the action. The commission is authorized to order damages to restore losses incurred due to discriminatory housing practices. The bill also outlines procedures for the commission to follow when handling complaints and conducting investigations.

Indiana HB1193 amends civil rights laws to restrict the Civil Rights Commission's role in representing private individuals in civil actions.

Indiana HB1193 modifies the Indiana Civil Rights Act to limit the Civil Rights Commission's involvement in civil actions. The bill specifies that the commission cannot represent private individuals in civil actions filed in circuit or superior court. It mandates that the party electing to have claims decided in a civil action must file the action. The commission is authorized to order damages to restore losses incurred due to discriminatory housing practices. The bill also outlines procedures for the commission to follow when handling complaints and conducting investigations.