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Eli Lilly speaks out against Indiana's new abortion law

Most abortion ban turmoil in Indiana

Indiana's two largest employers, pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and engine maker Cummins, have voted against new local laws banning abortion in almost all cases. have expressed. Based on 

On Friday, Indiana became the first US state to pass anti-abortion legislation since the US Supreme Court ruled her Roe v. Wade. About a dozen other states had so-called "trigger laws" that had previously been approved by Congress to go into effect after Law was overthrown.

Noting that Indiana chose to "quickly adopt one of the most restrictive abortion “We are concerned about our ability to attract , engineering and business talent,” the pharmaceutical giant said in a statement. “While we have expanded employee health insurance coverage to include travel for reproductive services that are not available locally, it may not be sufficient for some current and future employees.”

Based in Indiana since 1876, Lilly "retains and attracts the thousands of people who are an important engine of the state's economy. Given the new law, Lilly, who employs 10,400 people at its headquarters in Indianapolis, will be forced to plan to expand its workforce outside of its home state. I will,” he added.

Similar words came from Cummins, based in Columbus, Indiana. Cummins also employs about 10,000 people in the state.

"We are deeply concerned about how this law affects our people and impedes our ability to attract and retain a diverse workforce in Indiana." The manufacturer says on their website. “This law will be factored into our decision-making process as we continue to expand our footprint with a focus on selecting communities that align with our values ​​and business goals.” 

Neither the Indianapolis-based National Collegiate Athletic Association nor Roche, a diagnostics company with North American headquarters in Indianapolis, declined to comment. 

Indiana's ban on abortion is subject to a few exceptions, such as in cases of rape or incest, where a woman's life is in danger, or her September 15th. will be enforced on 

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