§ 34-59-1-6 State defined
34-59-1-6 “State” defined
Sec. 6. As used in this chapter, “state” means any of the following:
(1) A state of the United States.
(2) The District of Columbia.
(3) Puerto Rico.
(4) The United States Virgin Islands.
(5) A federally recognized Indian tribe.
(6) Any territory or insular possession subject to the jurisdiction of the United States.