SB0080

Code publication.

Final Passage·2/10/26

Amends definitions in various Indiana Code chapters.

Amends definitions in various Indiana Code chapters, including those related to child care, foster care, and mental health. Updates definitions for terms such as "child abuse or neglect," "foster family home," "group home," and "mental health professional." Provides new definitions for terms like "visually impaired," "at-risk child," and "recovery community." Ensures consistency and clarity in legal terminology across different statutes. Effective July 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 94–0 · Feb 10
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

D
1
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

94 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Not Voting

RRR

3 Absent

DRD

Calendar

Feb 2

10:30 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

Dec 9, 2025

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Feb 19

House

House conferees appointed: Engleman, Garcia Wilburn

Feb 19

House

House advisors appointed: Meltzer, Burton

Feb 19

Senate

Senate conferees appointed: Freeman, Taylor G