(Indianapolis, IN) - A local state lawmaker is retiring.

 

State Representative Pat Boy, a democrat from Michigan City, has chosen to step down with just over a year left on her current two-year term.

 

She was first elected in 2018.  Boy called her decision bittersweet but one she’s making to focus on her family.

 

"Serving the people of Northwest Indiana has been the honor of a lifetime and one of my most meaningful experiences,” she said.

 

Her last official day in office will be October 17.

 

Boy has served on the House Environmental Affairs Committee, the House Elections and Apportionment Committee and as the ranking Democrat on the House Natural Resources Committee.

 

Boy says she’s especially proud of the role she played to protect the environment, strengthen public health and safety and give a voice to those who too often go unheard.

 

"Although I am stepping away from elected office, my heart will always be with the people I had the privilege to serve. I wish my colleagues in the General Assembly continued success and thank them for their friendship and partnership throughout the years,” she said.

 

Boy was on the city council in Michigan City for well over a decade prior to taking her seat at the statehouse.