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HB 1281·IN·house

Restrictions on lobbying for a foreign adversary.

FailedFiled Jan 6, 2026
Sponsor: Chris Judy (Republican)
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First reading: referred to Committee on Rules and Legislative Procedures

Jan 6, 2026

Summary

The bill would bar any lobbyist in Indiana from registering as a lobbyist for a foreign adversary or from entering a contract to lobby on behalf of such an adversary. It defines “foreign adversary” to include countries like China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, Syria and Venezuela, and sets felony penalties and civil fines for violations. The measure did not advance beyond its first reading and failed to become law.

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