Indiana bills · 2026 Regular Session
Indiana HB 1196
Employment and vaccinations.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Bruce Borders (Republican)
Cosponsors (1)
- Heath VanNatter (Republican)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Indiana legislature· Digest
Provides that an employer may require an immunization only if the employer respects the employee's right to refuse an immunization. Provides that an employee shall be free from coercion or an adverse action based on the employee's refusal of an immunization. Requires an employer that offers an immunization at no cost to an employee to provide certain notice to the employee. Provides that a violation may be reported to the department of labor (department). Requires the department to impose a civil penalty of $5,000 per incident. Allows an employee to bring a civil action against an employer to enforce the provisions. Repeals provisions concerning exemptions from COVID-19 immunization requirements. Makes a corresponding change.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jan 14, 2026 · House
Representative VanNatter added as coauthor - Jan 5, 2026 · House
Authored by Representative Borders - Jan 5, 2026 · House
First reading: referred to Committee on Employment, Labor and Pensions