Sec. 24. (a) Local health officers may order schools closed and forbid public gatherings when considered necessary to prevent and stop epidemics.
(b) A local health officer may order a religious organization closed only if the order complies with IC 10-14-3-12.5 through IC 10-14-3-12.7.
(c) An individual who takes action under this section shall comply with state laws and rules.