H.E.A. 1243, P.L. 118 Effective: July 1, 2020 In part, provides that a genetic counselor may not be required to perform, participate in, or provide a service that violates any sincerely held ethical, moral, or religious belief held by the genetic counselor, and allows for a civil action for damages or reinstatement of employment for a violation. Read the bill at: … [Read more...] about Genetic counselors
New Harmony and Wabash River bridge authority
H.E.A. 1343, P.L. 163 Effective: February 17, 2020 Provides that the New Harmony and Wabash River bridge authority (bridge authority) and its members, officers, and employees are immune from civil liability resulting from any act or omission related to implementation of the statute that establishes the bridge authority. Provides that the immunity does not extend to a person who … [Read more...] about New Harmony and Wabash River bridge authority
Tobacco and vaping smoking age
S.E.A. 1, P.L. 49 Effective: July 1, 2020 Prohibits a person who is less than 21 years of age from buying or possessing: (1) tobacco; (2) e-liquids; or (3) electronic cigarettes. Makes conforming changes regarding enforcement provisions, sales certificates, prohibition of delivery sales, and notices posted at retail establishments and at vending machines. Provides that a retail … [Read more...] about Tobacco and vaping smoking age
Expungement issues
S.E.A. 47, P.L. 55 Effective: July 1, 2020; §9 on March 18, 2020 Defines "protection order records" and requires companies that provide background checks to periodically review their records and remove records relating to expunged protection orders (in the same manner as expunged convictions are removed). Permits a person to expunge protection order records in connection with the … [Read more...] about Expungement issues
Statute of limitations
S.E.A. 109, P.L. 31 Effective: July 1, 2020 Provides that an otherwise barred offense may be commenced not later than five years from the earlier of the date on which: (1) the state first discovers DNA evidence sufficient to charge the offender; (2) the state first becomes aware of a recording that provides evidence sufficient to charge the offender; or (3) a person confesses to the … [Read more...] about Statute of limitations