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Introduced
12/08/2025
12/08/2025
In Committee
12/08/2025
12/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Voluntary family leave insurance program. Requires the department of insurance (department) to establish, not later than January 1, 2027, a voluntary family leave insurance program (program) for the purpose of providing benefits to employees who elect to participate in the program. Sets forth requirements for the program. Allows the department to contract with an outside vendor to administer the program. Requires the department, not later than November 1, 2026, to submit a report to the legislative council and the budget committee concerning the proposed program. Establishes the voluntary family leave insurance program trust fund (trust fund) for the purpose of paying program benefits. Provides that the trust fund consists of employer or employee contributions, appropriations from the general assembly, and money received from any other source. Provides that certain employers are entitled to an adjusted gross income tax deduction equal to the total amount of contributions made by the employer to the trust fund during the taxable year multiplied by 200%.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a voluntary family leave insurance program in Indiana, set to launch by January 1, 2027, which allows employees to participate in a program that provides paid family leave benefits. The program will be administered by the Department of Insurance and will allow employees to choose their benefit level (50%, 75%, or 100% of salary) and duration of leave, with eligibility requirements based on the federal Family and Medical Leave Act. Employees will contribute to the program through payroll deductions, though employers may choose to pay some or all of an employee's contribution. Small businesses (defined as having fewer than 50 employees, with a majority working in Indiana) that participate in the program and contribute to the program's trust fund will be eligible for a significant tax deduction equal to 200% of their contributions. The program will be funded through employee and employer contributions, potential state appropriations, and other sources, with all funds collected and managed in a dedicated trust fund. The Department of Insurance is required to submit a report to legislative bodies by November 1, 2026, detailing the proposed program and any necessary legislative changes, and the program aims to provide flexible family leave options for workers across the state.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Insurance and Financial Institutions (on 12/08/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/20/details |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0020/fiscal-notes/SB0020.01.INTR.FN001.pdf |
| BillText | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0020/SB0020.01.INTR.pdf |
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