Eli Lilly pushes back against Indiana's new abortion law
CBSN
Two of Indiana's largest employers — pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and engine maker Cummins — are voicing opposition to a new local law banning abortion in nearly all cases, saying it will hinder hiring in the state, where both are based.
Indiana on Friday became the first U.S. state to approve anti-abortion legislation since the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade. Roughly 12 other states had so-called "trigger laws" that had been previously approved by legislatures to take effect once Roe was struck down.
Noting that Indiana had opted to "quickly adopt one of the most restrictive anti-abortion laws" in the country, Lilly is now concerned about its ability "to attract diverse scientific, engineering and business talent from around the world," the pharmaceutical giant said in a statement. "While we have expanded our employee health plan coverage to include travel for reproductive services unavailable locally, that may not be enough for some current and potential employees."
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