Indiana proposal would have a board study scam education

The board would review scam education efforts, identify gaps, and develop model materials, guidance, or recommendations. The review covers scam education for older adults, consumers, workers, retailers, financial companies, and wire transfer companies. Businesses and others may use the board's materials and recommendations to help protect people from scams. The board's materials and findings must be posted on the attorney general's website. The chapter is written to take effect July 1, 2026.

The board would meet at the chairperson's call, and the division would provide staff services. These rules apply to the proposed Hoosier Scam Prevention Board and its members. Eight members would make up a quorum, and a majority of appointed voting members would have to approve board action. Board expenses would be paid from the state general fund. Members who are not state employees would not receive the specified daily pay. Members could be reimbursed for travel and other expenses they actually incur while serving, under state rules approved by the budget agency. The chapter is written to take effect July 1, 2026.