FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
STATEHOUSE (Feb. 24, 2026) — A bill sponsored by State Sen. Brian Buchanan (R-Lebanon) that would expand eligibility for Indiana's employer child care tax credit unanimously passed the Senate today.
House Enrolled Act 1177 would allow companies with up to 500 employees to be eligible for the child care tax credit by offering an employer-operated child care facility for their employees or if the company contracts with a daycare provider.
"Having adequate child care in our communities is vital to the success of communities," Buchanan said. "Access to high quality and affordable child care is a challenge. Expanding the tax credit would encourage more employers to offer child care options to their employees and give parents more options and flexibility to join the workforce."
The bill now heads to the governor's desk for further consideration.
Buchanan encourages residents of Senate District 7 to contact him with any questions or comments they may have. Buchanan can be reached by filling out a "Contact Me" form online at www.IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/Buchanan or by phone at 800-382-9467.
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State Sen. Brian Buchanan (R-Lebanon) represents Senate District 7,
which includes portions of Boone, Clinton, Hendricks and Montgomery counties.
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Contact: Lance Gideon, Senior Press Secretary
Lance.Gideon@iga.in.gov
317-234-9221
