HB1097 • 2026

A BILL FOR AN ACT to amend the Indiana Code concerning health.

Healthcare

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor: Representative Carey Hamilton
Last action: 2026-01-06
Official status: Introduced House Bill (H)
Effective date: Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material does not provide details on how the registry will be updated or managed, nor does it specify additional support or services for people with Parkinson's disease.

Adding Parkinson's Disease to Chronic Diseases List

This bill adds Parkinson's disease to the list of chronic diseases in Indiana.

What This Bill Does

Adds Parkinson's disease to the definition of 'chronic disease' under Indiana health laws.

Who It Names or Affects

People with Parkinson's disease
Healthcare providers and researchers studying chronic diseases

Terms To Know

Chronic Disease Registry: A system that collects information about people who have long-term health conditions.
Parkinson's Disease: A disease that affects the brain and causes problems with movement, such as shaking and stiffness.

Limits and Unknowns

The bill does not specify how the registry will be updated or managed.
It is unclear what additional support or services this change might bring for people with Parkinson's disease.

Bill History

2026-01-06 House
Representative Barrett added as coauthor
2026-01-05 House
Authored by Representative Hamilton
2026-01-05 House
Coauthored by Representatives Errington, Shonkwiler
2026-01-05 House
First reading: referred to Committee on Public Health

Official Summary Text

A BILL FOR AN ACT to amend the Indiana Code concerning health.
Chronic disease registry.

Current Bill Text

Read the full stored bill text

A BILL FOR AN ACT to amend the Indiana Code concerning health.

Chronic disease registry.

Adds Parkinson's disease to the definition of "chronic disease" for provisions concerning the chronic disease registry.