GiaQuinta: Hatfield has been a great public servant for Evansville, will be greatly missed in our caucus

Indiana House Democratic Caucus Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne) issued the following statement regarding State Rep. Ryan Hatfield (D-Evansville) not seeking re-election:

“Since his election in 2016, Rep. Hatfield has used his extensive legal expertise to serve the people of Evansville and Hoosiers throughout the state. As Assistant Democratic Leader, he has been a trusted adviser and friend to myself and the rest of House Democrats. From working to eliminate school textbook fees to improving healthcare outcomes for Hoosiers, he always strove to make life better for his constituents.

“Ryan's ability to break down and analyze pending legislation always helped our caucus and the full House better understand the implications of a bill. The loss of Ryan Hatfield as a state representative is a loss for Evansville, the Indiana House of Representatives and all Hoosiers.

“We all wish Ryan the best of luck in his future endeavors and send our best wishes and gratitude to his wife Kendra and three children.”

Currently, Hatfield serves as ranking Democrat on the House Employment, Labor and Pensions and Judiciary Committees and as a member of the House Public Health and Utilities, Energy and Telecommunications Committees.