On July 1, Indiana will implement new laws, and Henderson, Ky. has compiled a comprehensive guide on what to expect.
House Bill 1183: Foreign ownership of land
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According to House Bill 1183, individuals who are prohibited from doing so may not purchase, lease, or acquire property within a 10-mile radius of a military installation in Indiana, with some exceptions.
According to the regulation, individuals who are prohibited must not acquire or lease agricultural land, mineral rights, water, or riparian rights on agricultural land situated in Indiana.
If this new law is violated, the land may be transferred as a consequence.
According to the Indiana House Republicans, those who are connected to foreign countries such as Russia and China will not be allowed to purchase or lease agricultural land, mineral rights, water rights, or riparian rights. Additionally, individuals or entities from China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran will be prohibited from acquiring or leasing land within a 10-mile radius of military installations.
House Bill 1302: Emergency medical services
The proposed House Bill 1302 allows county executives to furnish the department of homeland security with specific details related to every emergency medical services (EMS) provider operating within their jurisdiction.
After consulting with the Indiana emergency medical services commission, the department will proceed to prepare and present a report to the general assembly regarding the provision of EMS.
Representative Timothy O’Brien, the author of the bill, expressed that this legislation has the potential to significantly improve the speed and reliability of emergency response in Indiana. He believes that every 911 call should be promptly answered, and this bill can help achieve that goal. With this legislation in place, Hoosiers can have the peace of mind that help is on the way when they need it most.
House Bill 1004: Pension matters
Indiana lawmakers have recently passed House Bill 1004, which aims to provide retired public servants in the state with an additional check to assist them in covering their cost-of-living expenses. With almost 90,000 retired public servants set to benefit from this move, the bill is expected to provide much-needed relief to those who have dedicated their lives to public service.
The recipients will receive a one-time payment post-retirement, which will be made from the existing dedicated funds. On average, each recipient can expect to receive around $360.
House bill 1001: Education and higher education matter
House Bill 1001 expands the definition of “eligible student” to include a sibling of a student with a handicap under the education scholarship account program (ESA).
More Indiana high school students can now apply for career scholarship accounts to pursue internships, apprenticeships, and other work-based learning opportunities.
The $5,000 grant covers fees such as training, career coaching, driving education, certification, and credentialing exams.
