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Andrew Cuomo

ALBANY — New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo issued a statement to the media this afternoon announcing his decision to lift a travel ban to Indiana for state-sponsored business.

The governor said in his announcement that revisions had been made to Indiana's "Religious Freedom Restoration Act" that would prevent gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgendered New Yorkers from being discriminated against.

Cuomo's announcement follows below in its entirety:

After reviewing the amendments made to Indiana’s state law and consulting with LGBT advocacy groups here in New York, I believe the changes enacted by the Indiana Executive and Legislature should prevent the Religious Freedom Restoration Act from being used to discriminate against gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender citizens and travelers. As a result, I am lifting New York's ban against state funded and state sponsored travel to Indiana, effective immediately.

Here in New York, we believe that all Americans, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected classes, should be treated equally under the law. Our nation's Constitution ensures equality and justice for all. We must never forget that 'all' does not mean 'some', but all of us and we will continue to fight and stand up for equality until it is a reality for all Americans.

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