Indiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1371: Background colors for licenses and permits.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 1371 is a bill introduced in the Indiana House on January 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Background colors for licenses and permits. Primary sponsor: Tony Isa (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 8, 2026): First reading: referred to Committee on Roads and Transportation.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the bureau of motor vehicles to apply a unique background color to a driver's license, a learner's permit, or an identification card issued after December 31, 2026, to an individual who: (1) is an alien with lawful status; or (2) is not registered to vote at the time of issuance.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tony Isa | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 51 |
| Matt Commons | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
| Jim Pressel | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 20 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- First reading: referred to Committee on Roads and Transportation
- Authored by Representative Isa
- Coauthored by Representatives Commons, Pressel