In a statement released right after the vote, House Minority Leader Phil GiaQuinta, D-Fort Wayne, said he still stands against "any policy would further police or control your right to choose." "I believe these have been the most difficult and contentious issues before the state legislature, but Indiana has found a thoughtful way forward that shows compassion for both mothers and babies." "We've heard from countless Hoosiers across the state who've shared their personal and emotional stories, and I'm thankful for their testimony," Huston said in an emailed statement. Todd Huston, R-Fishers, said Senate Bill 1, if passed, would take "a giant step toward improving protections for Hoosier women and the unborn." Republican lawmakers were escorted by Indiana State Police as they left the chambers, according to WRTV Reporter Meredith Hackler. The House adjourned right after the vote as protesters started chanting "shame on you." With a 62-38 vote, the House passed Senate Bill 1, dealing with abortion, and sent it back to the Senate. Friday: House passes abortion bill, sends it back to Senate The Senate expects to return around then to consider Senate Bill 1. This means they won’t be able to hear Senate Bill 1, which deals with abortion, until about 6:30 p.m. Under Senate rules, there is a four-hour waiting period before the Senate can hear bills that come back from the House. The Senate has started a session with a motion to concur on Senate Bill 2, which aims to provide inflation relief. Friday: Senate begins consderation on Senate Bill 2 Senate Bill 1 consideration expected this evening If it passes, the bill will also head to Holcomb's desk. Friday to discuss a motion to concur Senate Bill 1, which deals with abortion. The Senate is expected to meet around 6:30 p.m. In a statement issued Thursday, Holcomb said he looks forward to signing the legislation. With a 37-9 vote, the Senate has sent Senate Bill 2, which aims to provide inflation relief, to Gov Eric Holcomb. Friday: Senate sends inflation bill to Gov. With a 28-19 vote, the Senate has sent Senate Bill 1, which bans abortion in all cases except for rape, incest and life of the mother, to the desk of Gov. Friday: Senate sends abortion bill to Gov. Just over an hour after the Indiana Senate voted to send Senate Bill 1 to the desk of Governor Holcomb, the governor announced his signature to both Senate Bill 1 and Senate Bill 2. Friday: Governor Holcomb sings both Senate Bill 1 and Senate Bill 2 Updates from thoughout the session were posted below.ġ1:15 p.m. Indiana Senate Republicans reveal draft of inflation legislation Indiana Senate Republicans reveal draft of abortion legislation Loud protests as lawmakers introduce abortion ban at Indiana's special session GALLERY: Protesters, politicians at statehouse for first day of Indiana's special session 2022 WATCH NOW: Indiana Special Session on abortion and inflation legislation Indiana special session 2022: What you need to know
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