In June 2026, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) began soliciting public input on the occupational licenses it administers. In accordance with Executive Order 25-18, all Indiana state agencies are required to review the occupational licenses and regulations within their respective jurisdictions.

IDEM received more than 80 comments from citizens and members of the regulated community. The solicitation notice and all submitted comments are available [PDF]

Following a comprehensive review of comments and occupational licenses and regulations under Ind. Code § 25-1-16.5-8, IDEM submitted a report to the Governor’s Office in September pursuant to Executive Order 25‑18.

The review required agencies to identify the public health, safety, or welfare objectives served by each licensing requirement; evaluate the necessity of each requirement and its impacts on workers, consumers, market competition, and governmental costs; and compare Indiana’s requirements to similar frameworks in other states.

The Governor’s Office compiled IDEM’s report, along with reports from other executive branch agencies, and submitted a comprehensive occupational‑licensing review report [PDF] to the Indiana Legislative Council.

IDEM is proud to host in-person outreach events for the 50% Underground Storage Tank (UST) Decommissioning / Replacement reimbursement program. An overview of the program will be presented to UST owners, consultants, contractors and interested parties. Please see locations and times on the Storage Tanks announcement page.

Following the group presentation, IDEM staff will be available to provide training on the ELTF Application for UST Decommissioning or Replacement Costs, State Form #57322, to interested participants who bring their laptops, relevant invoices, and associated backup. UST owners with approved 50% eligibility are encouraged to attend.

Space is limited at each location. Please send an email RSVP to Nicole Surd at nmsurd@idem.IN.gov with name, affiliation, and date preference.

IDEM advises residents affected by the recent storms, floods, and tornadoes to exercise caution when managing debris. Debris can pose a risk to health and safety if not handled properly. IDEM has fact sheets to help Hoosiers safely dispose of tornado, flood, or storm debris and other household items, such as cleaning supplies, lawn chemicals and other hazardous substances.

• Construction Demolition Waste [PDF]
• Emergency Debris Management [PDF]
• Emergency Burning for Disasters [PDF]
• Emergency Asbestos Debris Management [PDF]
• Household Hazardous Waste [PDF]
• Sandbag Disposal [PDF]

You should always follow the directions from local authorities and your local solid waste management district (SWMD). A list of permitted solid waste facilities is provided here.

The Indiana Department of Health's Disaster Information webpage has flood or other disaster resources.

Per IC 13-25-4-2, IC 13-24-1-4 (and where applicable), IDEM recovers project oversight costs to the Hazardous Substances Response Trust Fund from responsible parties. Effective Aug. 1, 2026, the hourly oversight rate will increase from $75.00 to $100.00 an hour. This adjustment reflects increases in administrative and technical costs since the last rate change in 2015. A notification is on the Environmental Cleanups webpage.

Senate Enrolled Act 459 mandates cybersecurity measures for certain water and wastewater facilities.  Remember to conduct your first vulnerability assessment and submit a certification by December 31, 2026. See the Cybersecurity for Water/Wastewater Facilities page for more details.