"We want employers and citizens to take note of this report because it makes it very clear which legislators were supportive of bettering Indiana's economic climate and which were not," said Indiana Chamber President Kevin Brinegar. The Chamber’s Vote Analysis has been produced for the past 28 years after every legislative session. The legislator’s scores are determined by his or her votes on particular bills and select amendments where the outcome of those bills and amendments on the state’s economy would have an impact on Indiana businesses. “My focus continues to be on creating jobs for Hoosiers,” said Rep. Rhoads. “In the past two years, we have worked to help attract employers to Indiana through legislation. I am pleased to see our work come into fruition through job creation.” Over the past eight years, House Republicans have built the best toolbox in the Midwest and arguably the nation when it comes to creating a climate for job growth. Indiana was also ranked as the number one state in biosciences, in addition to having 58 companies indicate to the IEDC that Indiana’s enactment of Right to Work will be a positive factor in their decision-making process of where to locate their current projects. “Indiana's financial stability continues to attract businesses and facilitate job growth,” said Rep. Rhoads. “We have accomplished a tremendous amount, but there is still work to be done.” All scores and a full report can be viewed on the Indiana Chamber’s web site at www.indianachamber.com/lva. -30-
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