StateIndiana

SB 91: Syringe exchange program.

Michael CriderIntroduced

SB 91 status: Introduced — Public Law 144 (updated Mar 10, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score65/100 civic fit
RiskModerate risk
ImpactModerate impact 60/100

Bill summary

Official

Prohibits a qualified entity that operates a syringe exchange program (program) from establishing or operating a fixed site for the distribution or exchange of a syringe or needle within 1,000 feet of specified facilities. Creates an exception. Allows the Indiana department of health to deny, suspend, or revoke a quali...

Key analysis

Constitutionality85%
Bipartisan75%
Public opinion50%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • no material direct effect identified

Risks

  • no material direct effect identified

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • no material direct effect identified

Risks

  • no material direct effect identified

Society

Positive Outlook
65%

Benefits

  • extends state authorization of syringe programs to 2031
  • strengthens regulatory oversight and complaint investigation

Risks

  • 1,000-foot buffer zones may restrict site accessibility
  • prohibition on chemical reagents may limit specific program utility
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

OpenStates summary

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Limitation

analysis based solely on abstract; exact zoning facility definitions remain unverified

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Public Law 144

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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