Indiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 156: Dating app aggravator.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 156 is a bill introduced in the Indiana Senate on January 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Dating app aggravator. Primary sponsor: Mike Bohacek (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 5, 2026): Authored by Senator Bohacek.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Makes it an aggravating circumstance for purposes of sentencing that the person: (1) committed a sex offense; and (2) used an online platform designed for dating to meet the victim.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Bohacek | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 8 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Authored by Senator Bohacek
- First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law