STATEHOUSE (June 28, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, so do a wide range of new state laws starting July 1, according to State Rep. Brad Barrett (R-Richmond).
Barrett said most new laws passed during the 2024 legislative session take effect July 1, including curbing surprise ambulance bills. More Hoosiers will soon be protected from surprise bills from out-of-network ambulance providers. Health insurance companies will be required to reimburse ambulance providers regardless of whether the provider was in- or out-of-network. Copays and deductible payments for out-of-network services will also be capped at in-network rates.
"I'm incredibly proud of the collaborative effort that went into this legislation to protect Hoosiers from surprise ambulance bills, which can really put a financial strain on families and seniors," said Barrett, who authored the new law. "Lowering health care costs for individuals and businesses is a priority for me, and I'll continue looking for ways to help on the state level."
Barrett also highlighted the following new laws:
To help protect Indiana's elections, officials will have more tools to maintain accurate and up-to-date voter registration lists. Also, proof of citizenship will be required for individuals registering with temporary IDs and first-time voters will be required to provide proof of residency.
To help protect Indiana's farmland and food supply chain, individuals or entities associated with foreign adversaries like Russia and China will be banned from purchasing or leasing agricultural land, and mineral, water or riparian rights. China, Russia, North Korea and Iran will also be prevented from purchasing or leasing land within a 10-mile radius of military installations.
Supporting Veterans, Military Members
A new public notification like Indiana's Amber Alert and Silver Alert will soon help first responders locate missing and at-risk veterans and military members. A Green Alert could be issued by the Indiana State Police for veterans, service members, Indiana National Guard members and reservists within 48 hours of the individual being reported missing.
Visit iga.in.gov to learn more about these and other new state laws. Constituents can contact Barrett about legislation or to request help navigating state government at in.gov/h56 or by calling 317-232-9600 or 800-382-9841.
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State Rep. Brad Barrett (R-Richmond) represents House District 56,
which includes portions of Wayne County.
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