January 20, 2026

Legislation Currently Tracked by ISRPA

The ISRPA is tracking the following bills in the current session of the Indiana General Assembly. Click the bill title to see additional information on each bill including a link to the bill on the IGA website, the bill author, co-authors, synopsis, ISRPA position statement, and associated ISRPA news updates specific to each bill.

Senate Bill No. 16 — “Privately made firearms.” OPPOSE

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/16/details

Authored by: Sen. Lonnie Randolph

Synopsis: Defines a “privately made firearm” and other related terms. Makes it a Level 5 felony to possess a privately made firearm. Makes it a Level 5 felony to alter, obliterate, or remove certain marks of firearm identification or to possess a firearm on which those marks of identification have been altered, obliterated, or removed.

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Senate Bill No. 62 — "Unlawful possession of a firearm by a child." NEUTRAL

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/62/details

Authored by: Sen. Greg Taylor

Synopsis: Adds felony unlawful possession of a firearm by a child to the list of crimes for which a juvenile court shall, upon motion of the prosecuting attorney, waive jurisdiction under certain circumstances. Removes certain crimes concerning children and firearms from the list of crimes in which a juvenile court does not have jurisdiction for an alleged violation. Removes language in the unlawful carrying of a handgun statute prohibiting a person less than 18 years of age from carrying a handgun. Provides that the unlawful carrying of a handgun statute applies to a person who has been adjudicated as a delinquent child under the statute, and is at least 18 years of age but less than 23 years of age.

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Senate Bill No. 82 — "Local regulation of firearms in Marion County." OPPOSE

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/82/details

Authored by: Sen. Fady Qaddoura

Synopsis: Provides that certain restrictions on the local regulation of firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories may not be construed to prevent a county containing a consolidated city from regulating firearms, ammunition, or firearm accessories in a manner more restrictive than Indiana law if the regulation is recommended by a law enforcement agency that has jurisdiction in the county. Specifies regulations that meet these parameters. Requires compliance with the federal and state constitutions.

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Senate Bill No. 128 — "Improper supervision of a dangerous child." OPPOSE

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/128/details

Authored by: Sen. David Niezgodski

Synopsis: Includes teachers in the definition of "public safety official" for purposes of certain battery offenses. Provides that, if a child commits an offense involving the use of a firearm or that results in bodily injury to another person on school property or a school bus, and the parent, guardian, or custodian of the child: (1) knew or reasonably should have known that the child intended to commit an unlawful act involving the use of a firearm or that might result in bodily injury to another person; and (2) failed to notify law enforcement; the parent, guardian, or custodian commits improper supervision of a dangerous child, a Class A misdemeanor. Increases the penalty to a Level 6 felony if the act results in serious bodily injury to another person.

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Senate Bill No. 130 — "Firearm storage." OPPOSE

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/130/details

Authored by: Sen. Andrea Hunley

Synopsis: Provides that a person having the care of a dependent who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally fails to secure a loaded firearm in the person's residence or vehicle commits neglect of a dependent, a Level 6 felony, if the dependent uses the firearm to cause bodily injury or death to any person. Enhances the offense to a Level 5 felony in particular instances. Specifies exceptions and defenses. Specifies sign requirements for retail dealers. Requires the Indiana department of health to develop educational resources and training concerning secure firearm storage for pediatric health care practitioners. Allows certain practitioners, at each well-child visit, to ask the child's parent or guardian about firearm safety and provide information concerning secure firearm storage practices. Defines terms and makes conforming amendments. Makes an appropriation.

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Senate Bill No. 176 — "Regulation of firearms and shooting ranges." SUPPORT

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/176/details

Authored by: Sen. James Tomes

Synopsis: Prohibits a county, city, or town from: (1) adopting or enforcing a planning, zoning, or land use ordinance or regulation; or (2) imposing a condition for a permit or approval; relating to the establishment, use, or maintenance of a shooting range that is more stringent than state law.

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Senate Bill No. 177 — "Return of firearm to rightful owner." SUPPORT

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/177/details

Authored by: Sen. James Tomes

Synopsis: Provides that a person may not waive certain requirements concerning the return of a firearm to the rightful owner as part of a plea agreement. Specifies that any purported waiver is invalid and unenforceable as against public policy.

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House Bill No. 1021 — "Firearm storage." OPPOSE 

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1021/details

Authored by: Rep. Mitch Gore

Synopsis: Provides that a person having the care of a dependent who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally fails to secure a loaded firearm in the person's residence or vehicle commits neglect of a dependent, a Level 6 felony, if the dependent uses the firearm to cause bodily injury or death to any person. Enhances the offense to a Level 5 felony in particular instances. Specifies exceptions and defenses. Specifies sign requirements for retail dealers. Defines terms and makes conforming amendments.

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House Bill No. 1089 — "Authority to prohibit firearms in local parks." OPPOSE 

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1089/details

Authored by: Rep. Sue Errington

Co-Authors: Rep. Gregory Porter, Rep. Mitch Gore

Synopsis: Provides that a unit may prohibit or restrict the possession of a firearm in a public park operated or maintained by the unit. 

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House Bill No. 1221 — "Antique firearms." SUPPORT

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1221/details

Authored by: Rep. Garret Bascom

Co-Authors: Rep. Ben Smalz, Rep. Ethan Manning, Rep. Ethan Lawson

Synopsis: Provides that certain requirements regarding the sale, rental, trade, or transfer of a handgun do not apply to an item defined as an antique firearm. 

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House Bill No. 1274 — "Insurance mandated gun free zone notices." SUPPORT

Link to Bill: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1274/details

Authored by: Rep. Matt Commons

Co-Authors: Rep. Garret Bascom, Rep. Robb Greene, Rep. Andrew Ireland

Synopsis: Provides that an insurer may not require an insured or prospective insured to post or display a gun free zone notice. Prohibits an insurer from taking certain actions based on the failure or refusal by an insured or prospective insured to post or display a gun free zone notice. Specifies limitations. 

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