STATEHOUSE (Jan. 6, 2026) – State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) recently introduced House Bill 1086, which aims to educate Hoosier students on the moral values and principles that founded our state and nation.
Davis said House Bill 1086 would require Indiana school corporations to place a poster or framed picture displaying the Ten Commandments in each school library and classroom.
"Indiana is built on faith, family and personal responsibility. At a time when our culture is struggling with basic right and wrong, this legislation affirms the timeless morals and principles found in the Ten Commandments, such as honesty, respect for others and accountability," said Davis, vice chair of the House Education Committee. "Students deserve an education that reflects the foundation of our laws and the principles that continue to guide our society. Recognizing them in schools honors our history and reinforces the values Hoosiers still believe in today."
Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas have enacted similar laws to display the Ten Commandments in schools, and other states have proposed it through legislation or executive mandates.
Davis said historical documents such as the Declaration of Independence, Mayflower Compact and the Indiana Constitution affirm the role of religion in the establishment of both the state of Indiana and the U.S.
HB 1086 was referred to the House Education Committee. If passed out of committee, it will move to the full House of Representatives for consideration.
To follow HB 1086 and other legislation this session, visit iga.in.gov.
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State Rep. Michelle Davis (R-Whiteland) represents House District 58,
which includes a portion of Johnson County.
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