Bill > HB1608

This bill requires the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) to conduct a comprehensive study on methods and strategies to position Indiana as a leader in the e-sports industry, where e-sports are defined as competitive video games played by professional gamers. The IEDC must complete the study and submit an electronic report to the governor and the general assembly before November 1, 2025, detailing potential approaches for developing and advancing the state's e-sports sector. The bill defines key terms, including identifying the corporation as the entity established under Indiana Code 5-28-3-1, and includes an expiration date for this legislative directive of January 1, 2026. An emergency declaration is included, which typically means the legislation would take effect immediately upon passage, allowing the IEDC to begin work on the e-sports industry development study without delay.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1608/details