STATEHOUSE (June 27, 2024) – As summer kicks off in Indiana, State Reps. Matt Hostettler (R-Pakota) and Cindy Ledbetter (R-Newburgh) want Hoosiers to know about a wide range of new state laws taking effect July 1.
Ledbetter 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.
"The last thing Hoosiers should worry about during a medical emergency is the potential cost of an ambulance ride," Ledbetter said. "This new law will alleviate that stress by ensuring health insurers cover costs while limiting copays and deductibles."
Hostettler said lawmakers took action on a wide range of hot-button issues this year like expanding work-based learning. More Hoosier high school students can apply for a Career Scholarship Account to pursue internships, apprenticeships, and other work-based learning opportunities. The $5,000 scholarship covers certain expenses like training, career coaching, driver's education, certification and credentialing exams. Visit in.gov/tos/csa or call 317-232-0723 for more information.
"We want all students to be successful and many want to pursue a career outside of college," said Hostettler, who co-authored the new law. "These scholarships open more opportunities for them to get on-site experience and network with professionals before graduation."
Hostettler and Ledbetter 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.
Visit iga.in.gov to learn more about these and other new state laws.
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State Rep. Matt Hostettler (R-Patoka) represents House District 64,
which includes portions of Gibson, Knox and Vanderburgh counties.
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State Rep. Cindy Ledbetter (R-Newburgh) represents House District 75,
which includes portions of Gibson, Pike and Warrick counties.
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