Felonies, fines for improper CDLs advance to Indiana governor’s desk

By: Casey Smith

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: February 27, 2026

Words: 463

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago

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Lawmakers in both chambers approved legislation Friday that imposes felonies and fines on improperly credentialed truck drivers and tightens employer and training‑school penalties.

House Bill 1200 now heads to Gov. Mike Braun for final sign-off.

The measure passed the House 92-3 and the Senate 49-1.

Author Rep. Jim Pressel, R-Rolling Prairie, described the final draft as a broad enforcement push aimed at truck drivers operating with invalid or fraudulent credentials — and the …

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