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Introduced
01/05/2026
01/05/2026
In Committee
01/05/2026
01/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Straight ticket voting. Removes a voter's option to vote for all candidates of a political party or an independent ticket at one time (straight ticket voting) in a general or municipal election. Repeals superseded statutes relating to straight ticket voting.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2026, removes the option for voters to cast a "straight ticket" vote, which allows a voter to select all candidates of a single political party or an independent ticket with one action, in general and municipal elections. The bill amends various sections of Indiana law to eliminate references to straight ticket voting, including provisions related to ballot preparation, voting system functionality, and how votes are counted. It also repeals several statutes that specifically addressed straight ticket voting, effectively streamlining election procedures by requiring voters to select each candidate individually.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Representative Criswell added as coauthor (on 01/20/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1218/details |
| BillText | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1218/HB1218.01.INTR.pdf |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1218/fiscal-notes/HB1218.01.INTR.FN001.pdf |
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