Statement from House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta on House Bill 1001

INDIANAPOLIS – House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne) made the following statement today regarding the concurrence vote on House Bill 1001:

“The Senate took a more pragmatic approach and seemed to strike a better balance between keeping workplaces and communities safe while respecting religious and medical exemptions. This version of House Bill 1001 would allow Indiana's current public health emergency to expire in a way that ensures Governor Holcomb and the Hoosier people still get the help they need to end COVID-19.”

GiaQuinta voted to concur on the Senate version of the legislation. The House today passed the latest version of House Bill 1001 with a 79-9 vote, sending it to the Governor's desk for final consideration.