Title 14, TITLE 14. NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
296 chapters · 3,312 sections in this title.
Ind. Code § 14-26-2.1-0.5 Applicability of chapter
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Sec. 0.5. This chapter applies only to the recreational use of Lake Michigan. As added by P.L.164-2020, SEC.57.
Ind. Code § 14-26-2.1-1 "Lake Michigan"
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Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "Lake Michigan" means: (1) the waters of Lake Michigan; (2) the land under the waters of Lake Michigan; and (3) the land adjoining the waters of Lake Michigan up to the ordinary high water mark; within the boundaries of Indiana. As added by P.L.16…
Ind. Code § 14-26-2.1-2 "Ordinary high water mark"
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Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "ordinary high water mark" means the line on the bank or shore of Lake Michigan that is: (1) established by the fluctuations of water; and (2) indicated by physical characteristics, including: (A) a clear and natural line impressed on the shore; (…
Ind. Code § 14-26-2.1-3 Public trust
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Sec. 3. (a) Absent any authorized legislative conveyance before February 14, 2018, the state of Indiana owns all of Lake Michigan within the boundaries of Indiana in trust for the use and enjoyment of all citizens of Indiana. (b) An owner of land that borders Lake Michigan does n…
Ind. Code § 14-26-2.1-4 Permitted purposes
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Sec. 4. (a) As used in this section, "natural scenic beauty" refers to conditions produced by nature without manmade additions or alterations. (b) As used in this section, "recreational purpose" means any of the following: (1) Walking. (2) Fishing. (3) Boating. (4) Swimming. (5) …
Ind. Code § 14-26-2.1-5 Adoption of rules
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Sec. 5. (a) The commission may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to administer this chapter. (b) In the adoption of a rule under subsection (a): (1) the public hearing held under IC 4-22-2-26 concerning the proposed rule; and (2) any additional public meeting concerning the proposed ru…