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Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Immigration matters. Requires certain state agencies to give hiring preference to an individual who is a citizen or national of the United States over another individual who is an alien if the two individuals are equally qualified. Provides that the state agencies may not sponsor an individual for a new H-1B visa after July 1, 2026, unless certain information is submitted to the attorney general and the attorney general approves the state agency sponsoring the individual. Requires the state agencies to prepare and submit a report that includes certain information regarding each employee the state agency sponsored for a new H-1B visa during the immediately preceding state fiscal year. Requires the attorney general to post the reports on its website. Prohibits the state or a political subdivision from directly or indirectly funding services related to an immigration proceeding to an individual with unlawful status or to an entity that is a party to a legal action for the purpose of challenging, obstructing, or delaying the enforcement of certain federal immigration laws. Provides a private right of action for a violation of this prohibition.
AI Summary
This bill requires state agencies to prioritize hiring U.S. citizens or nationals over equally qualified aliens, and after July 1, 2026, state agencies cannot sponsor individuals for new H-1B visas, which are temporary visas for specialized occupations, without submitting specific information to the attorney general for approval, demonstrating that the employee will be paid at least the required wage and that working conditions will not be negatively impacted. State agencies must also report annually to the attorney general on all H-1B visa sponsorships, including employee details and the number of U.S. citizens who applied for those positions, with the attorney general then posting these reports online. Furthermore, the state and its political subdivisions are prohibited from directly or indirectly funding services related to immigration proceedings for individuals with unlawful status (defined as not being a U.S. citizen, national, or qualified alien) or for entities challenging federal immigration laws, with a provision allowing individuals to sue for violations and recover legal fees, except for expenses related to criminal or juvenile delinquency proceedings.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Representatives Bascom, Prescott added as coauthors (on 01/15/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1422/details |
| BillText | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1422/HB1422.01.INTR.pdf |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1422/fiscal-notes/HB1422.01.INTR.FN001.pdf |
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