Bill > HB1168

This bill creates new provisions in Indiana law that establish protections against mandatory administration of certain medical substances. Specifically, the bill defines a "qualified substance" as any substance (such as an immunization) for which manufacturers or administrators have been granted immunity from civil liability under state or federal law. The legislation prohibits any individual from being compelled to inject, receive an injection of, ingest, inhale, or otherwise incorporate a qualified substance into their body. This means that no person can be legally required to receive a medical treatment or substance that falls under the definition of a "qualified substance," potentially providing individuals with more autonomy over medical interventions. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and appears designed to give individuals the right to refuse certain medical treatments or vaccinations without facing legal or administrative penalties. The broad language suggests this could apply to a wide range of medical substances where liability protections exist, though the specific scope would be determined by how "qualified substance" is interpreted in practice.

Health and Social Services

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1168/details