Andrade amendment to SB 464 strengthens consumer protections and saves taxpayer dollars

Today, March 18, State Rep. Mike Andrade (D-Munster) successfully amended Senate Bill (SB) 464, which would enhance consumer protections for state and local law enforcement agencies in Indiana. 

Andrade’s amendment updates the Deceptive Consumer Practices Act to include transactions between law enforcement agencies and suppliers. It also designates the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division to enforce remedies when issues arise, holding suppliers accountable and protecting public safety resources.

Andrade released the following statement on the amendment:

“This amendment is a crucial step in ensuring that taxpayers' dollars are spent wisely and that consumers, including law enforcement agencies, are protected from deceptive business practices. We must hold suppliers to the highest standard. As a co-sponsor, I’m proud to see SB 464 advance with bipartisan support and will continue to work to strengthen consumer protections in our state.”

SB 464 has passed out of committee and will now be considered by the full House of Representatives.