[r70] Rep. Rhoads ranked as a "pro-jobs" legislator (7/25/2011)

Monday, July 25, 2011

Start Date: 7/25/2011 All Day
End Date: 7/25/2011
STATEHOUSE - The Indiana Chamber of Commerce released their annual Legislative Vote Analysis earlier this week, ranking Rep. Rhonda Rhoads (R-Corydon) as a pro-jobs legislator.

According to the Indiana Chamber, Rep. Rhoads scored a 94 percent pro-job and pro-economy voting record this past session, showing proof of the large number of job-friendly bills that were introduced and passed by the House Republicans.

"I am in full support of legislation that will bring jobs to our state and our community, while also improving our economy," said Rep. Rhoads. "Even in tough times, we must continue our efforts to find more and more ways to further Indiana's economic development for the benefit of our state and its Hoosiers."

The Chamber's Vote Analysis is produced after every legislative session. The legislator's scores are determined by bills and select amendments' that impact the state's economy.

Legislation included in the analysis that the Indiana Chamber highlights were: House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1004 to increase access to start-up capital for Indiana businesses in addition to lowering the corporate income tax rate; HEA 1006 to promote economic development locally and regionally; and HEA 1007 to allow enhanced abatement schedules and hiring incentives to encourage local job growth.

"This session was unprecedented, but I am pleased that we were able to move forward and were able to pass legislation that will bring additional jobs to the state," said Rep. Rhoads.

All scores and a full report can be viewed on the Indiana Chamber's web site at: www.indianachamber.com/lva.