Indiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1133: Elimination of straight ticket voting.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1133 is a bill introduced in the Indiana House on January 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Elimination of straight ticket voting. Primary sponsor: Cory Criswell (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 20, 2026): Representative Clere added as coauthor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
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 Repeals superseded statutes relating to straight ticket voting. Makes technical corrections.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Independent 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cory Criswell | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 54 |
| Ed Clere | Co-sponsor | Independent | House | 72 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Representative Clere added as coauthor
- First reading: referred to Committee on Elections and Apportionment
- Authored by Representative Criswell