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IN HB1409

IN HB1409
Government contracts.


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Introduced
01/13/2022
In Committee
01/13/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/09/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Government contracts. Provides that a governmental body may not enter into a contract with a person for the purchase of supplies or services unless the contract contains a written verification from the person that the person: (1) does not have a practice, policy, guidance, or directive that discriminates against a firearm entity or a firearm trade association; and (2) will not discriminate during the term of the contract against a firearm entity or a firearm trade association. Applies this requirement to public works contracts and to contracts relating to investment of public funds.

AI Summary

This bill provides that a governmental body in Indiana may not enter into a contract for the purchase of supplies or services worth at least $100,000 unless the contract contains a written verification from the person that the person does not have a practice, policy, guidance, or directive that discriminates against a "firearm entity" (which includes firearms manufacturers, distributors, and retailers) or a "firearm trade association" (which is a non-profit organization with at least two firearm entity members). The bill also specifies that the person must agree not to discriminate against such entities or associations during the term of the contract. The bill includes some exceptions, such as for sole source contracts and contracts where no suitable offers are received.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Representative Teshka J added as author (on 01/20/2022)

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