Rumor Radar
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February 04, 2026
Contextualizing claim Indiana HB 119 would have allowed death row gas chambers, firing squad if passed
Evidence Level
2/5
How much verified proof exists for this claim
One strong evidence source: snopes
Mystery Factor
2/5
How intriguing or unexplained this claim is
The claim involves a specific legislative proposal with some uncertainty regarding its details and implications, but it is based on a single source and lacks the complexity or multiple competing theories that would elevate it to a higher mystery level.
A bill introduced in early 2026 would've authorized executions by suffocation via nitrogen gas.