Bill > HB1192

This bill, effective July 1, 2026, amends Indiana's seed law by incorporating various administrative rules and making technical changes, aiming to modernize and clarify regulations for agricultural and vegetable seeds. Key provisions include expanding the definition of "agricultural seed" to include specific federal categories, introducing definitions for terms like "blend," "grower's declaration," and "variety name," and clarifying the definition of "hybrid" seed. The bill also updates rules regarding seed labeling, distribution, and testing, aligning them with federal standards and established industry practices, such as those from the Association of Official Seed Analysts. It empowers the state seed commissioner to adopt rules for seed inspection, analysis, and enforcement, including establishing lists of prohibited and restricted noxious weed seeds and setting germination standards. Furthermore, the bill revises procedures for reporting seed sales, collecting inspection fees, and outlines penalties for non-compliance, while also repealing outdated administrative rules.