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IN HB 1182

died on adjournment

Digital sexual image abuse.

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

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Did IN HB 1182 pass?

No. IN HB 1182 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 (2026-01-05): Coauthored by Representative Haggard

What is IN HB 1182 about?

Defines "digital sexual image" as a digital, computer generated image or video that is created or modified to depict: (1) sexual intercourse; (2) other sexual conduct; or (3) exhibition of certain body parts; of a quality, characteristic, or condition, such that it appears to depict an individual. Establishes the offenses of possession of a digital sexual image and distribution of a digital sexual image.

Who sponsors IN HB 1182?

Maureen Bauer is the primary sponsor of IN HB 1182, joined by 1 cosponsor.

Description

Defines "digital sexual image" as a digital, computer generated image or video that is created or modified to depict: (1) sexual intercourse; (2) other sexual conduct; or (3) exhibition of certain body parts; of a quality, characteristic, or condition, such that it appears to depict an individual. Establishes the offenses of possession of a digital sexual image and distribution of a digital sexual image.

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Latest action
2026-01-05 — Coauthored by Representative Haggard
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Subjects

Sponsors

  • Maureen Bauerauthor
  • Craig Haggardcoauthor

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Action timeline

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  1. 2026-01-05

    Coauthored by Representative Haggard

  2. 2026-01-05

    First reading: referred to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code

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  3. 2026-01-05

    Authored by Representative Bauer

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Official source

https://api.iga.in.gov/2026/bills/hb1182

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