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HB 1346

Maintenance of U.S. 41 right-of-way.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Matt Hostettler and 3 co-sponsors

Indiana HB 1346 establishes maintenance standards and responsibilities for the U.S. 41 highway right-of-way corridor across the state.

First reading: referred to Committee on Roads and Transportation
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Bill Summary · HB 1346

Legislative bill overview

HB 1346 addresses the maintenance and upkeep of the U.S. 41 highway right-of-way in Indiana. The bill was recently introduced and referred to the Committee on Roads and Transportation for initial review. Specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed given its very early stage in the legislative process.

Why is this important

U.S. 41 is a major north-south corridor that passes through multiple Indiana communities, making its maintenance critical for public safety, commerce, and regional connectivity. Road maintenance legislation directly affects funding allocation, responsibility assignment between state and local entities, and the condition of infrastructure that thousands of residents and businesses depend on daily.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source and allocation – Unclear whether the bill proposes new funding, redistributes existing resources, or mandates local cost-sharing
  • State vs. local responsibility – Questions about which government entities bear maintenance obligations and liability
  • Scope of "right-of-way" maintenance – Ambiguity regarding whether this covers only pavement, or includes shoulders, drainage, vegetation management, and safety features

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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