Indiana HB1281 restricts lobbying for foreign adversaries, imposing penalties for violations.

HB1281 introduces restrictions on lobbying for foreign adversaries in Indiana. It prohibits lobbyists from registering or contracting to represent foreign adversaries, defined as entities controlled by or associated with specific foreign governments. Violators face criminal penalties and civil fines, with the latter deposited into the state general fund. The bill defines "foreign adversary" to include entities linked to China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, Syria, Venezuela, and their agencies or instrumentalities. Effective July 1, 2026.

Indiana HB1281 restricts lobbying for foreign adversaries, imposing penalties for violations.

HB1281 introduces restrictions on lobbying for foreign adversaries in Indiana. It prohibits lobbyists from registering or contracting to represent foreign adversaries, defined as entities controlled by or associated with specific foreign governments. Violators face criminal penalties and civil fines, with the latter deposited into the state general fund. The bill defines "foreign adversary" to include entities linked to China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, Syria, Venezuela, and their agencies or instrumentalities. Effective July 1, 2026.