Signed into Law (P.L. 94) · March 4, 2026
Indiana HB 1343 — Public Safety Matters
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Indiana public-safety bill that makes it a misdemeanor to knowingly possess an imitation firearm on school property; signed into law March 4, 2026.
Bill summary
Omnibus Indiana public-safety bill that, among other provisions, makes it a misdemeanor to knowingly or intentionally possess an imitation firearm on school property. Airsoft and replica guns can fall under 'imitation firearm' definitions. HB 1343 passed the House 67–29 on January 28, 2026 and the Senate 38–10 on February 24, 2026. After a conference committee report was adopted February 27, it was signed March 4, 2026 as Public Law 94.
Amendment history
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Jan 6, 2026 — Introduced
Referred to the House Veterans Affairs and Public Safety Committee.
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Jan 28, 2026 — Passed House
Passed the House 67–29.
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Feb 24, 2026 — Passed Senate
Passed the Senate 38–10.
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Feb 27, 2026 — Conference Report Adopted
Both chambers adopted the conference committee report.
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Mar 4, 2026 — Signed by Governor
Signed as Public Law 94.