Indiana SB0138 allows public schools to employ or volunteer school chaplains to provide advice and support services to students and staff.

Indiana SB0138 permits public schools to hire or approve school chaplains as volunteers, provided they meet specific qualifications. These chaplains can offer both secular and nonsecular advice, guidance, and support services. Communications between students and school chaplains are privileged and confidential, except in cases of self-harm or intent to harm others. The bill also outlines the requirements for chaplains, including background checks and educational qualifications. Effective July 1, 2026.

Indiana SB0138 allows public schools to employ or volunteer school chaplains to provide advice and support services to students and staff.

Indiana SB0138 permits public schools to hire or approve school chaplains as volunteers, provided they meet specific qualifications. These chaplains can offer both secular and nonsecular advice, guidance, and support services. Communications between students and school chaplains are privileged and confidential, except in cases of self-harm or intent to harm others. The bill also outlines the requirements for chaplains, including background checks and educational qualifications. Effective July 1, 2026.