I appreciate the feedback I have received from many of you regarding Indiana’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA). As I am sure you are aware, this legislation has been vigorously and emotionally discussed, with much information being circulated from both sides of the issue. I want to take this opportunity to provide an explanation of what the law does and does not do.
RFRA protects the rights of all Hoosiers against government overreach and can only be used as a defense against government action. To address the misperceptions that came forward after the bill became law, we passed Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 50, which clarifies RFRA’s intent and application. The protections in RFRA and our State Constitution remain intact. SEA 50 simply removes any notion that RFRA can be used for discrimination. RFRA protects the rights of everyone, regardless of their religious affiliation or lack thereof. It is imperative that Hoosiers are able to enjoy this freedom without government interference.
It is my duty as a member of the Indiana House of Representatives to uphold the Constitution of the State of Indiana. This is a task I do not take lightly, and I promise that I will never support legislation that would diminish or limit any Hoosier’s constitutional liberties.
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Sincerely,
