Indiana · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1548: Motor vehicle matters.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1548 is a bill introduced in the Indiana House on January 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Motor vehicle matters. Primary sponsor: Jim Lucas (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2025): Reassigned to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Increases the penalty for operating a motor vehicle without being issued a valid driver's license. Provides that if an unlicensed driver is at fault for a vehicle accident, the driver or the registered owner of the vehicle used by the individual shall pay the insurance deductibles for any person not at fault. Provides that if an individual operates a motor vehicle without financial responsibility, a valid certificate of registration, and valid driving privileges their motor vehicle shall be impounded.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Lucas | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 69 |
| Garrett Bascom | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 68 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reassigned to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code
- Representative Bascom G added as coauthor
- First reading: referred to Committee on Roads and Transportation
- Authored by Representative Lucas