States / Indiana / SB 176

SB 176 Failed

Shooting ranges.

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Provides that the maintenance, repair, renovation, modernization, or expansion of buildings, structures, or facilities used in connection with a shooting range, including improvements to safety, security accessibility, or environmental controls, is a continuation of a permitted use and may not be treated by a local unit of government as: (1) an expansion of a nonconforming use; or (2) a basis to deny, delay, or condition approval of any permit that is otherwise required under applicable building codes or safety regulations. Provides that if an area is zoned for commercial use, a retail sporting goods store is a permitted use on each lot or parcel. Provides that if a property is zoned for commercial, industrial, or agricultural use, an indoor shooting range is permitted on any lot or parcel if certain conditions are satisfied.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 5, 2026
Last action
Feb 17, 2026 — Concurrence withdrawn
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled