STATEHOUSE (July 8, 2022) – State Rep. Craig Snow (R-Warsaw) said Hoosiers should be aware of several new and notable state laws, which are now in effect.
"Hoosier taxpayers remained top of mind this session. We passed the largest tax cut in state history by lowering income taxes and utility bills," Snow said. "We also took several actions to strengthen support for Hoosier families, including empowering parents who deserve a say in their child's education."
Snow said Hoosiers should be aware of several new laws, which were passed during the 2022 legislative session and took effect on July 1:
Putting Taxpayers First
Hoosiers could save over $1 billion annually through a new tax-cut package that will reduce the individual income tax rate to 2.9% over time, and eliminate the Utility Receipts Tax, saving residents $200 million a year on utility bills. Additionally, taxpayers are receiving $545 million via automatic taxpayer refunds this year.
Protecting Girls' Sports
Biological males will not be able to participate on girls’ K-12 sports teams at public schools in Indiana. While the governor vetoed the measure, the majority of lawmakers supported a veto override in May to protect fairness and integrity in girls’ sports.
Supporting Pregnant Women
Indiana will join 18 other states that provide protections to women and their unborn babies from coerced abortions. A person who coerces a pregnant woman to terminate their pregnancy could be charged with a felony, and abortion clinics will be held accountable if they fail to report coercion to law enforcement.
Preventing Child Fatalities
Indiana’s Department of Child Services will expand its reporting on child deaths to help more children in need sooner and prevent tragedies. Improved data collection will help officials better identify risk factors and develop stronger policies to protect our most vulnerable.
Visit iga.in.gov for more information on these and other new laws.
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State Rep. Craig Snow (R-Warsaw) represents House District 18,
which includes Wabash County and portions of Kosciusko, Grant and Miami counties.
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