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IN HB 1021

died on adjournment

Firearm storage.

Indiana · 2026 Regular Session (2nd Regular Session, 124th General Assembly) · lower

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Did IN HB 1021 pass?

No. IN HB 1021 died when the 2026 Regular Session (2nd Regular Session, 124th General Assembly) adjourned without final action on it. Bills that die this way are sometimes reintroduced in a later session. Latest recorded action (2025-12-01): First reading: referred to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code

What is IN HB 1021 about?

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.

Who sponsors IN HB 1021?

Mitch Gore is the primary sponsor of IN HB 1021.

Description

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.

Introduced
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Latest action
2025-12-01 — First reading: referred to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code
Bill type
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Subjects

Sponsors

  • Mitch Goreauthor

Committees

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Action timeline

Newest first

  1. 2025-12-01

    First reading: referred to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code

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  2. 2025-12-01

    Authored by Representative Gore

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Related bills

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Official source

https://api.iga.in.gov/2026/bills/hb1021

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