STATEHOUSE (April 15, 2026) — A bill authored by State Sen. Stacey A. Donato (R-Logansport) that provides a jury duty exemption for breastfeeding mothers was ceremonially signed into law April 14 by Gov. Mike Braun.
Senate Enrolled Act 139 allows courts to excuse a woman from jury duty if she gave birth in the past year, is breastfeeding and requests an exemption.
"Juries are crucial to our judicial system, but this law gives new mothers the ability to prioritize providing the best care for their baby," Donato said. "I was happy to join the governor as he ceremonially signed it into law."
As of last year, 22 states have enacted laws allowing for similar exemptions.
Donato encourages residents of Senate District 18 to contact her with any questions or comments they may have. Donato can be reached by filling out a "Contact Me" form online at www.IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/Donato or by phone at 317-234-9054.
PHOTO CAPTION: State Sen. Stacey A Donato (R-Logansport, far left) attends the ceremonial signing of Senate Enrolled Act 139, which she authored to provide breastfeeding mothers an exemption from jury duty.
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Contact: Samantha Deese, Press Secretary
Samantha.Deese@iga.in.gov
317-234-9133
