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SB0203 - Sales tax exemption for menstrual discharge collection devices.
Shelli Yoder
Last updated 9 months ago
1 Co-Sponsor
Sales tax exemption for menstrual discharge collection devices. Provides a sales tax exemption for menstrual discharge collection devices.
STATUS
Introduced
SB0175 - Packaging for low THC hemp extract.
Shelli Yoder
Last updated 9 months ago
1 Co-Sponsor
Packaging for low THC hemp extract. Provides that after June 30, 2024, the packaging of low THC hemp extract may not: (1) contain certain statements, artwork, or designs that could reasonably mislead any person to believe that the package contains anything other than low THC hemp extract; (2) bear the likeness or contain a cartoon-like characteristic of a real or fictional person, animal, or fruit that appeals to children; or (3) bear unauthorized trademarks, trade names, famous marks, or other identifying marks. Provides that after June 30, 2024, the packaging of low THC hemp extract shall: (1) be child proof; (2) be tamper evident; and (3) contain a disclosure statement.
STATUS
Introduced
SB0003 - Prior authorization.
Tyler Johnson, Ed Charbonneau, Chris Garten
Last updated 8 months ago
24 Co-Sponsors
Prior authorization. Provides that a utilization review entity may only impose prior authorization requirements on less than 1% of any given specialty or health care service and 1% of health care providers overall in a calendar year. Prohibits a utilization review entity from requiring prior authorization for: (1) a health care service that is part of the usual and customary standard of care; (2) a prescription drug that is approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration; (3) medication for opioid use disorder; (4) pre-hospital transportation; or (5) the provision of an emergency health care service. Sets forth requirements for a utilization review entity that requires prior authorization of a health care service. Provides that all adverse determinations and appeals must be reviewed by a physician who meets certain conditions. Requires a utilization review entity to provide an exemption from prior authorization requirements if in the most recent 12 month period the utilization review entity has approved or would have approved at least 80% of the prior authorization requests submitted by the health care provider for a particular health care service. Repeals superseded provisions regarding prior authorization. Makes corresponding changes.
STATUS
Introduced
SB0177 - Agrivoltaics task force.
Shelli Yoder, Blake Doriot
Last updated 9 months ago
2 Co-Sponsors
Agrivoltaics task force. Establishes an agrivoltaics task force (task force) to review issues related to agrivoltaics. Sets forth the membership, and requires the task force to issue a report to the general assembly and the governor not later than November 1, 2024.
STATUS
Introduced
SR0002 - Honoring Senator Eddie Melton upon his retirement from the Indiana Senate.
J.D. Ford, Greg Taylor, Shelli Yoder
Last updated 8 months ago
50 Co-Sponsors
Honoring Senator Eddie Melton upon his retirement from the Indiana Senate. A SENATE RESOLUTION to honor Senator Eddie Melton upon his retirement from the Indiana Senate.
STATUS
Passed
SB0246 - Assessment of wetlands classified as wildlands.
Susan C. Glick, Blake Doriot, Shelli Yoder
Last updated 6 months ago
11 Co-Sponsors
Assessment of wetlands classified as wildlands. Provides that a parcel of land that: (1) is at least 1/2 of an acre in size; and (2) contains wetlands, as delineated by a person certified in wetland delineation; may be classified as wildlands for purposes of property tax assessment.
STATUS
Passed
SB0273 - Biomarker testing coverage.
Ed Charbonneau, Vaneta G. Becker, Jean Leising
Last updated 6 months ago
14 Co-Sponsors
Biomarker testing coverage. Requires a health plan (which includes a policy of accident and sickness insurance, a health maintenance organization contract, the Medicaid risk based managed care program, and a state employee health plan) to provide coverage for biomarker testing for the purposes of diagnosis, treatment, appropriate management, or ongoing monitoring of an enrollee's disease or condition when biomarker testing is supported by medical and scientific evidence. Requires the office of Medicaid policy and planning to provide biomarker testing as a Medicaid program service, and to apply to the United States Department of Health and Human Services for approval of any waiver necessary under the federal Medicaid program for the purpose of providing biomarker testing. Provides that coverage is not required for biomarker testing for screening purposes. Provides that if a prior authorization requirement applies to biomarker testing, the health plan or a third party acting on behalf of the health plan must: (1) approve or deny a request for prior authorization; and (2) notify the covered individual of the approval or denial; in not more than five business days in the case of a nonurgent request or in not more than 48 hours in the case of an urgent request. Requires the office of the secretary of family and social services to report certain information to the budget committee on Medicaid reimbursement rates provided for biomarker testing.
STATUS
Passed
SB0138 - Driving privilege cards.
Blake Doriot, David L. Niezgodski, Linda Rogers
Last updated 9 months ago
7 Co-Sponsors
Driving privilege cards. Provides that an individual who is an Indiana resident and cannot provide proof of identity and lawful status in the United States may apply for a driving privilege card to obtain driving privileges. Sets forth the requirements to obtain a driving privilege card. Provides that a driving privilege card may not be used as identification for any state or federal purpose (other than to confer driving privileges), for the purpose of voting, or to verify employment. Requires an individual who holds a driving privilege card and operates a motor vehicle to verify and continuously maintain financial responsibility on any motor vehicle operated by the individual who holds the driving privilege card in the amount required by law. Provides that the bureau of motor vehicles may not disclose certain information unless presented with a lawful court order or judicial warrant. Requires an applicant for a driving privilege card or driving privilege card renewal to sign up for selective service. Requires the bureau of motor vehicles to submit an annual report to the legislative council and the interim study committee on roads and transportation. Makes conforming amendments. Makes technical corrections.
STATUS
Introduced
SB0139 - Psilocybin treatment program.
Ed Charbonneau, Tyler Johnson, Justin Busch
Last updated 8 months ago
10 Co-Sponsors
Psilocybin treatment program. Establishes the therapeutic psilocybin research fund, administered by the Indiana department of health (state department), to provide financial assistance to research institutions in Indiana to study the use of psilocybin to treat mental health and other medical conditions. Sets forth clinical study requirements. Requires a research institution that receives a grant to conduct a clinical study to prepare and submit a report to the interim study committee on public health, behavioral health, and human services, the state department, and the division of mental health and addiction.
STATUS
Engrossed
SB0057 - Automated commercial motor vehicles.
James Tomes, Vaneta G. Becker, Mark B. Messmer
Last updated 9 months ago
8 Co-Sponsors
Automated commercial motor vehicles. Provides that an automated commercial motor vehicle may not be operated on a highway to transport passengers or goods unless a human operator who meets all state and federal qualifications to operate a commercial motor vehicle is physically present in the automated commercial motor vehicle to monitor the performance of the automated commercial motor vehicle and to take control of all or part of the automated commercial motor vehicle's operation, if necessary. Provides that a registered automated commercial motor vehicle must meet federal commercial motor vehicle standards and regulations.
STATUS
Introduced
BIOGRAPHY
INCUMBENT
Senator from Indiana district SD-040
COMMITTEES
Indiana Senate
BIRTH
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ABOUT
Shelli Yoder is the Democratic candidate for Indiana’s 9th Congressional District. She was born in Bloomington, Indiana and attended Indiana University. Yoder has served as Miss Indiana and competed in the Miss America pageant. She later returned to Indiana University to earn Master's degrees in education and public affairs. Yoder worked under Governor Evan Bayh. She taught at the university level and served as a foster parent before taking an administrative role at the Monroe County Community School Corporation.read less
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Indiana Senate from Indiana
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