Allows city or town legislative bodies to petition for removal of fiscal officers for violations.

Indiana HB1381 amends the state code to allow the legislative body of a city or town to petition a court to remove a fiscal officer for violations such as charging illegal fees, neglecting duties, or failing to be present in the office. The bill specifies that a fiscal officer may not be removed for absence due to serious illness or military service. The legislative body must hold a public hearing and adopt a resolution to initiate the removal process. The fiscal officer can defend against removal if their absence was due to serious illness or military service. Effective July 1, 2026.

Allows city or town legislative bodies to petition for removal of fiscal officers for violations.

Indiana HB1381 amends the state code to allow the legislative body of a city or town to petition a court to remove a fiscal officer for violations such as charging illegal fees, neglecting duties, or failing to be present in the office. The bill specifies that a fiscal officer may not be removed for absence due to serious illness or military service. The legislative body must hold a public hearing and adopt a resolution to initiate the removal process. The fiscal officer can defend against removal if their absence was due to serious illness or military service. Effective July 1, 2026.