Angie's List puts HQ expansion on hold, citing new Indiana law

Indianapolis (AP) — The founder of Angie's List says the consumer review service is suspending its plans for a $40 million expansion in Indianapolis because of Indiana's new religious objections law.

Founder and CEO Bill Oesterle said in a statement Saturday the expansion that called for adding 1,000 jobs over five years is now on hold "until we fully understand the implications of the freedom restoration act on our employees."

The law signed Thursday by Gov. Mike Pence has spurred protests from businesses and on social media amid concerns it could sanction discrimination against gays.

Oesterle says the Indianapolis-based company is now "reviewing alternatives for the expansion of its headquarters."

Angie's List was seeking an $18.5 million incentive package from the City-County Council. The council had delayed a decision on that proposal.

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