Indiana HB1245: Natural resource entrance fees.

Sponsors

• Dave Hall (R, HD-062) · primary sponsor
• Steve Bartels (R, HD-074)
• Jim Lucas (R, HD-069)
• Matt Pierce (D, HD-061)
• Eric Koch (R, SD-044)
• Shelli Yoder (D, SD-040)
• Lonnie Randolph (D, SD-002)
• Spencer Deery (R, SD-023)
• Jean Leising (R, SD-042)

Votes

• House - Third reading (February 11, 2025): 80 yea, 11 nay, passed

Common questions

What is HB1245?

HB1245 is a bill in the Indiana Legislature (2025 Regular Session): Natural resource entrance fees.

What does HB1245 do?

Natural resource entrance fees. Allows counties that meet certain criteria to adopt an ordinance to impose a surcharge of not more than $1 in addition to the fees charged by the department of natural resources (department) for entry into certain state parks and recreation areas. Provides that the surcharge may not be imposed on an annual state park pass holder. Requires the department to collect and to report and pay the surcharge to each county treasurer. Provides that the surcharge collected is to be used for certain purposes.

What is the status of HB1245?

Passed one chamber as of February 12, 2025.

Who sponsored HB1245?

Dave Hall (R, HD-062), with 8 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HB1245?

On the Indiana Legislature website: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1245/details