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This bill restricts Indiana state agencies and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation from establishing offices in countries designated as foreign adversaries, specifically referencing those listed in the federal regulation 15 CFR 791.4. The legislation updates multiple sections of Indiana code to standardize references to foreign adversaries, ensuring consistency across different legal statutes. Key changes include prohibiting state agencies from opening foreign offices in designated countries, updating cross-references to the correct federal code citation for foreign adversaries, and adding language that prevents the governor from approving foreign offices in these countries. The bill appears to be part of a broader effort to limit state interactions with countries considered potential national security risks, with an emergency declaration indicating the immediate importance of implementing these restrictions. Technical corrections were also made to clarify and align language across various sections of Indiana law, particularly in how foreign adversaries are defined and referenced.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1103/details