Powers and duties of the department; lawsuits

Note: This version of section amended by P.L.152-2026, SEC.143. See also preceding version of this section amended by P.L.94-2026, SEC.60. Sec. 2. (a) The department: (1) may prosecute and defend suits; and (2) has all other duties, rights, and powers that are: (A) necessary to implement this chapter; and (B) not inconsistent with this chapter. (b) A suit against the department must be brought in a court with jurisdiction in Marion County. Notice or summons of the suit shall be served upon the director of the department. [Pre-2003 Recodification Citation: 10-7-2-1.] As added by P.L.2-2003, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.133-2012, SEC.65; P.L.149-2016, SEC.39; P.L.152-2026, SEC.143.