Indy Standard

With the conclusion of the 2025 legislative session in April, State Representative Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) is drawing attention to several new state laws that took effect this summer. Among these is a law aimed at providing property tax relief.

Senate Enrolled Act 1 is expected to save Hoosier homeowners $1.3 billion in property taxes over three years through credits and reforms. Many homeowners will see reduced bills in 2026 compared to 2025, with additional savings for fixed-income seniors, farmers, and small businesses.

"Homeowners, farmers and seniors will all benefit from the changes made to the property tax system," said Commons. "This law will let Hoosiers keep more of their hard-earned money and create a better system for taxpayers going forward."

Commons also mentioned a new law promoting cooperation among law enforcement agencies. House Enrolled Act 1393 mandates county sheriffs report individuals arrested for misdemeanors or felonies to federal authorities if there is probable cause they are unlawfully in the country. This aligns with federal immigration enforcement efforts.

Other laws effective July 1 include measures to expand access to housing by broadening the Residential Housing Infrastructure Assistance Program and streamlining regulatory processes for housing development.

Additionally, Indiana could become a leader in energy technology due to incentives for small modular nuclear reactors introduced by another new law. This aims to modernize the energy grid while reducing ratepayer risks associated with meeting commercial energy demands.

For more information on these laws, visit iga.in.gov.

State Rep. Matt Commons represents House District 13, which includes Benton and Warren counties and parts of Fountain, Jasper, Montgomery, Newton, Tippecanoe, and White counties.