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This week, Seattle's first openly gay mayor will issue an executive order banning the city from funding any city employee travel to the state of Indiana after the state passed a potentially discriminatory law.
The mayor's executive order will only apply to employees' city-funded travel to Indiana, and not to citizens.
The issue is with Indiana’s Senate Bill 101, which protects businesses from government intervention when they follow their religious beliefs.
According to the mayor’s office, the new law “has the potential to legalize discrimination against LGBT people and others based on religious belief.”
A quote from the mayor’s office:
"Indiana's S.B. 101 doesn't reflect the values of our City. Seattle has been a leader in the fight to protect civil rights and ensure equality for all people – no matter who you are, or who you love," said Mayor Murray. "This is why I am ordering that none of our taxpayer dollars should go toward supporting this discriminatory law. To those in Indiana today who are working hard in the fight for equality – know that Seattle stands with you as you continue your efforts to end discrimination and protect civil rights for everyone."
Over the weekend, thousands rallied against the Indiana religious freedom bill in Seattle.
The backlash is not limited to Seattle. There's been a nationwide outcry against the bill and Indiana Gov. Mike Pence.
Apple's CEO said he was disappointed in the law. Angie's List canceled plans for a $40 million expansion project in Indianapolis.
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