The 2026 legislative session ended with the passage of several new laws aimed at reducing everyday expenses, streamlining government, and providing more opportunities for families and communities, State Representative Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) said on March 23.
The legislative changes are intended to address affordability issues, offer tax relief, and promote economic growth in Indiana. Commons said that this year’s efforts focused on cutting bureaucratic obstacles in areas such as housing, energy, government operations, and education.
Commons reported that all House Republican priority bills were passed by both chambers and signed into law by the governor. “With Hoosiers in mind, we passed good policy dedicated to decreasing the cost of living and opening up opportunities,” Commons said. “I am honored to have represented House District 13 throughout the legislative process and look forward to hearing from you in preparation for next session.”
Among the newly enacted laws is House Enrolled Act 1002, which aims to make energy more affordable by holding utilities accountable for performance targets related to cost reduction and service improvements. It also expands levelized billing plans for low-income customers and adds protections for ratepayers. Another measure—House Enrolled Act 1210—provides increased property tax relief for veterans through expanded deductions and credits.
Additional legislation includes House Enrolled Act 1424, which seeks to prevent excessive regulation of farmers and local vendors while increasing access to locally produced food. Senate Enrolled Act 256 establishes a foreign adversary transparency framework designed to protect Indiana land from certain foreign entities, secure research institutions from interference, safeguard technology contracts with the state, and prevent prohibited actors from receiving tax credits.
More than ninety percent of bills passed during this session received bipartisan support; nearly half were approved unanimously. For further details about these measures or other new laws from this session readers can visit iga.in.gov.
In related news about civic leadership within Indiana’s legislature: Huston contributed through service on education boards and community commissions according to the Indiana House Republicans website. He has been recognized for expanding school choice programs such as Choice Scholarship according to the same source, championed tax relief measures as reported by Indiana House Republicans, resides in Fishers with his family according to their website, has served since his first election in 2012 per their records, and holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Indiana University according to official information.
