{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where party = \"Democrat\", state = \"IN\" and year = 2016 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-announces-2017-town-forum-schedule", "Visclosky Announces 2017 Town Forum Schedule", "2016-12-29", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013\u00a0Today, Congressman Pete Visclosky announced the following 2017 schedule for Town Forums that will be held throughout Indiana\u2019s First Congressional District.\u00a0\n\u00a0\nSaturday \u2013 January 7, 2017\n\u00a0\n10:00 a.m.\nLake Station City Hall\n1969 Central Avenue\nLake Station, Indiana 46405\n\u00a0\n12:00 p.m.\nPortage Public Library\n2665 Irving Street\nPortage, Indiana 46368\n\u00a0\n2:00 p.m.\nValparaiso Public Library\n103 Jefferson Street\nValparaiso, Indiana 46383\n\u00a0\n4:00 p.m.\nChesterton Town Hall\n726 Broadway\nChesterton, Indiana 46304\n\u00a0\n6:00 p.m.\nMichigan City \u2013 City Hall \u2013 Council Chambers\n100 East Michigan Boulevard\nMichigan City, Indiana 46360\n\u00a0\nSunday \u2013 January 8, 2017\n\u00a0\n12:00 p.m.\nWicker Park Social Center\n2215 Ridge Road\nHighland, Indiana 46322\n\u00a0\n2:00 p.m.\nPurdue University Northwest \u2013 Student Union Library Building \u2013 Room with a View\n2200 169th Street\nHammond, Indiana 46323\n\u00a0\n4:00 p.m.\nSt. John Township Community Center\n1515 West Lincoln Highway\nSchererville, Indiana 46375\n\u00a0\n6:00 p.m.\nCrown Point Civic Center\n101 South East Street\nCrown Point, Indiana 46307\n\u00a0\nMonday \u2013 January 9, 2017\n\u00a0\n10:00 a.m.\nEast Chicago City Hall \u2013 Council Chambers\n4525 Indianapolis Boulevard\nEast Chicago, Indiana 46312\n\u00a0\n12:00 p.m.\nGary YWCA\n150 West 15th Avenue\nGary, Indiana 46407\n\u00a0\n2:00 p.m.\nLake County Public Library\n1919 West 81st Avenue\nMerrillville, Indiana 46410\n\u00a0\nPlease note that all times listed are Central Standard Time.\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-welcomes-new-sanctions-against-russia-reiterates-call-for-bipartisan-senate-select-committee-to-investigate-russian-hacking-and-interference-in-us-elections", "Donnelly Welcomes New Sanctions Against Russia, Reiterates Call for Bipartisan Senate Select Committee to Investigate Russian Hacking and Interference in U.S. Elections", "2016-12-29", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Welcomes New Sanctions Against Russia, Reiterates Call for Bipartisan Senate Select Committee to Investigate Russian Hacking and Interference in U.S. Elections\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, December 29, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today welcomed the Obama Administration\u2019s announcement that it is imposing expanded sanctions against Russian entities and individuals and he again called on the Senate to establish a Senate select committee to undertake a thorough, bipartisan investigation into Russia\u2019s hacking and interference in U.S. elections.\u00a0Donnelly previously called for a bipartisan investigation earlier this month.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cThe sanctions being imposed against Russia are a welcome first step in responding to Russia\u2019s unacceptable interference in our elections. I still believe we should establish a bipartisan Senate select committee to investigate Russia\u2019s actions and determine how to prevent similar attempts in the future. Until that happens, I will work with Senator McCain, Senator Reed, and my colleagues on the Armed Services Committee to get the American people the answers they deserve.\u201d \u00a0\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/donnellys-legislation-in-national-defense-authorization-act", "Donnelly's legislation in National Defense Authorization Act", "2016-12-27", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly's legislation in National Defense Authorization Act\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                    By:\u00a0\r\n                    Brian Francisco \r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Tuesday, December 27, 2016\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            Legislation introduced by Sen. Joe Donnelly, D-Ind., was included in the National Defense Authorization Act signed last week by President Barack Obama.\r\nDonnelly's provision allows the Department of Defense to establish a pilot program to expand the availability of physician assistants to provide mental health care evaluations and services for members of the military and their families.\r\nIt was the fourth provision of Donnelly's Servicemember and Veteran Mental Health Care Package to be signed into law since 2014. The others require yearly mental health assessments for all military service personnel; create a special designation for private-sector mental health providers that demonstrate a strong knowledge of military culture and mental health issues; and require Defense Department primary care and mental health care providers to receive training on suicide risk recognition and management.\r\nObama also recently signed a military veterans bill introduced by Rep. Jackie Walorski, R-2nd. The Veterans Mobility Safety Act of 2016 will require the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish comprehensive standards for providers of automobile adaptive equipment, including wheelchair lifts and reduced-effort steering and braking systems.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/trump-leans-on-carrier-to-keep-2000-us-jobs-from-moving-to-mexico", "Trump Leans on Carrier to Keep 2,000 U.S. Jobs From Moving to Mexico", "2016-12-25", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Trump Leans on Carrier to Keep 2,000 U.S. Jobs From Moving to Mexico\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                    By:\u00a0\r\n                    Nelson Schwartz\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Friday, November 25, 2016\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            The value of the bully pulpit of the president of the United States can\u2019t be measured on a corporate spreadsheet or the Excel file of a Wall Street analyst.\r\nBut as President-elect Donald J. Trump tries to stop Carrier from moving more than 2,000 jobs to Mexico, the company is learning that the pulpit can be powerful indeed.\r\nCarrier, in the middle of negotiations with the incoming administration, may end up keeping some of the jobs in Indiana. In exchange, the incoming administration could ease up on regulation for businesses and cool campaign rhetoric on imposing tariffs.\r\nOfficials familiar with the situation, who insisted on anonymity because talks were still underway, described the discussion on Friday as a two-way negotiation, with both sides seeking a compromise.\r\nCarrier and its corporate parent, United Technologies, confirmed on Thursday that executives were in discussions about the fate of two factories in Indiana scheduled to shut down, not long after Mr. Trump posted on Twitter that he was \u201cworking hard, even on Thanksgiving,\u201d to get Carrier to stay. \u201cMaking progress,\u201d he added, in all capital letters.\r\nFor both Mr. Trump and the company, the stakes are huge. His promise to reverse trade deals like the North American Free Trade Agreement, or Nafta, and bring back manufacturing jobs to the United States was critical in taking the Rust Belt out of the Democratic column and winning the White House.\r\n\u201cTrump cannot afford to back down on this one,\u201d said Robert Dilenschneider, a veteran public relations executive who advises companies and chief executives on strategic communications. \u201cHe prides himself on the art of the deal, and he\u2019s going to make Carrier an offer they can\u2019t refuse.\u201d\r\n\u201cIt\u2019s a hallmark case and if Trump can win it, which I think he will, it will send a message to every single American company that\u2019s thinking of going offshore,\u201d Mr. Dilenschneider added.\r\nFor the company, the costs of defying the president-elect are at least as high, if not higher, and may well outweigh the tens of millions of dollars to be saved by relocating production to Monterrey, Mexico, from Indiana.\r\nUnited Technologies is among the country\u2019s biggest military contractors, producing engines for the Pentagon\u2019s most advanced fighter jets and receiving more than $5 billion annually from the federal government. That equals 10 percent of the company\u2019s revenue.\r\nThe size of the federal government\u2019s dealings with United Technologies has also caught the eye of legislators on Capitol Hill, like Senator Joe Donnelly, Democrat of Indiana.\r\n\u201cIt\u2019s unfair to ask the same workers who have been laid off to pay tax dollars that will go to the company that fired them,\u201d he said. \u201cWe\u2019re in this together as Americans. When our workers succeed, our economy succeeds and our defense contractors succeed.\u201d\r\nSenator Donnelly is pushing for the government to consider outsourcing as a factor in deciding which companies receive federal contracts.\r\nKenneth G. Dau-Schmidt, a professor of labor and employment law at the Maurer School of Law at Indiana University, said he also thought that Mr. Trump \u201ccould get a win here,\u201d adding, \u201cBecause they are a defense contractor, the federal government has some leverage.\u201d\r\n\u201cWhether he can do something that benefits the working class in general is a different story,\u201d he said. \u201cThe underlying problems are very hard to address. Trying to hold back the economic tide of automation, and the loss of middle-class manufacturing jobs, is something I\u2019m not sure anybody can do.\u201d\r\nWhile Carrier is best known for its air-conditioners, it also sells a variety of other heating and cooling equipment for homes and small businesses, like the furnaces and fan coils made at the Indianapolis factory.\r\nAnd as a consumer-oriented business, Carrier is much more vulnerable to public pressure than firms that primarily deal with other businesses, said Barbara J. Fick, a professor of law at Notre Dame Law School.\r\nShe noted that not far from Notre Dame\u2019s campus, at a plant in South Bend, Honeywell has been engaged in a bitter standoff since May with employees represented by the United Automobile Workers.\r\n\u201cHoneywell doesn\u2019t make a lot of things you can boycott,\u201d Ms. Fick said. \u201cIt\u2019s mostly business-to-business. To the extent that Carrier makes air-conditioners and furnaces, you can hit them with the pocketbook.\u201d\r\nAlthough Carrier workers in Indianapolis say management at the factory has been traveling back and forth to Mexico in recent months, with Mexican engineers measuring machines that are expected to be transported to Monterrey, there is plenty of time for the company to change course.\r\nIn a presentation this week, Carrier\u2019s management told employees that the fan coil line would be the first to close in mid-2017, eliminating 300 to 400 jobs. But as that line closes, about 100 jobs will be saved temporarily by the creation of a new night shift making high-efficiency furnaces.\r\nHigh-efficiency furnace production is not set to end until mid- to late 2018, while the final line to close, mid-efficiency furnaces, won\u2019t he shuttered until early 2019.\r\nThat staggered schedule has given workers some hope that if a compromise between the new administration and the company does emerge, it may revolve around keeping the gas furnace production lines open, even if a smaller number of jobs are relocated to Mexico in the meantime.\r\nIf a deal was reached, it could also help set the tone for a Trump presidency in terms of corporate America, Mr. Dilenschneider said.\r\nMuch as Ronald Reagan\u2019s decision to fire striking air traffic controllers in 1981 signaled to organized labor that political momentum was no longer on their side, keeping Carrier in Indiana would show that a Republican president was willing to stand up to corporate America.\r\nThere are signs that Mr. Trump is already eager to show just that. This month, he took credit for Ford\u2019s decision to keep Lincoln production in Kentucky, although it is not clear that any Ford jobs at the Louisville plant were actually in danger of going to Mexico.\r\n\u201cIt doesn\u2019t make any difference who the president is,\u201d Mr. Dilenschneider said. \u201cIf the president of the United States says, \u2018Do it,\u2019 you\u2019ve got to give it some very serious thought.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/donnelly-congress-must-pass-necessary-emergency-funding-to-address-opioid-abuse-and-heroin-use-epidemics", "Donnelly: Congress Must Pass Necessary, Emergency Funding To Address Opioid Abuse And Heroin Use Epidemics", "2016-12-24", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: Congress Must Pass Necessary, Emergency Funding To Address Opioid Abuse And Heroin Use Epidemics\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Thursday, November 24, 2016\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            (GRANGER) - U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly is calling for the Senate to pass necessary, emergency funding to address the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics before the end of the year.\r\nDonnelly and Senators Tammy Baldwin, Jeanne Shaheen, and Edward J. Markey sent a letter to Senate leadership late yesterday, pushing for passage of funding through the bipartisan 21st Century Cures Act that is expected to be considered for passage in the coming weeks. Donnelly helped the Senate pass the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA), which became law in July, to combat the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics. While CARA is an important step, Donnelly repeatedly has said it's necessary to fund programs and initiatives to address this public health crisis -- and to date, Congress has not provided sufficient funding to implement this new law.\r\nDonnelly and the Senators said, in part, \"Substance use, misuse, and use disorders are national problems that continue to cripple our communities. Our law enforcement, health care system, families, and states simply cannot tackle the problem alone and without necessary resources. As the end of the year fast approaches, it is past time for Republicans and Democrats to come together to provide emergency funding and increase investments in prevention and treatment services for opioid use, misuse, and use disorders...We urge you to act immediately to ensure that Congress fulfills its commitment to the American people by providing adequate resources to help quell this epidemic.\"\r\nSeveral of Donnelly's bipartisan provisions became law in 2016 as part of CARA. His provisions were adopted from his bipartisan legislation to update best prescribing practices for pain management and raise public awareness, as well as a bipartisan provision he authored that encourages first responder units to connect individuals who receive naloxone with treatment and other necessary services. CARA also includes tools to prevent drug addiction and expands access to treatment and support for individuals in recovery.\r\nIn September, Donnelly helped the Senate pass short-term legislation to keep the government running, and it included $37 million in new funding to begin implementation of CARA. These funds are helping jumpstart four grant programs in CARA focused on prevention, treatment, and recovery. As the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics continues to devastate communities in Indiana and across our country, Donnelly has continued to advocate for additional funding to confront this public health emergency.\r\nDonnelly and his colleague's letter:November 22, 2016The Honorable Mitch McConnell\u00a0  Majority Leader, U.S. Senate  The Capitol Building  Washington, DC 20004The Honorable Harry Reid  Minority Leader, U.S. Senate\u00a0  The Capitol Building  Washington, DC 20004Dear Majority Leader McConnell and Minority Leader Reid,As the 114th Congress comes to a close and the Senate looks to complete its work for the year, our country's opioid epidemic continues to worsen at an alarming rate. It is now time to follow through on recent efforts to address the epidemic by providing the necessary funding to help our communities combat this crisis. It is our responsibility to all Americans to provide immediate funding to address the opioid epidemic before the end of the year.In July, Congress passed the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) that authorizes important new programs for states and local organizations to address substance use, misuse and use disorders. The legislation expanded access to medication-assisted treatment, provided new resources to strengthen state Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs, and improve the availability of the overdose reversal drug naloxone. However, Congress has still not provided sufficient funding to implement this new law. In the face of this national crisis it is critical for us to come together as a governing body to make progress on this in order to help those suffering on the front lines of addiction.Congress has debated two proposals to provide needed investments to increase access to prevention, treatment, and recovery services related to opioid use, misuse, and use disorders. Senator Shaheen's Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act (S.2423) would immediately commit $600 million in emergency funding to support the work of our first responders, health care providers, and law enforcement as they continue to fight this crisis on the ground. Earlier this year during the CARA debate, this measure received bipartisan support.Second, the Expanded Access to Treatment and Recovery Act (S.3223), which would provide $920 million over two years to support state efforts to expand treatment capacity and make services more affordable. We stand ready to come together to help foster broader bipartisan support for approving funding to address the opioid epidemic. The President-elect has also noted his desire to address this issue. For that reason, we are calling on you to include substantial funding to combat the opioid epidemic in the 21st Century Cures Act that is being considered for passage during the Lame Duck session.This epidemic knows no political party. Substance use, misuse, and use disorders are national problems that continue to cripple our communities. Our law enforcement, health care system, families, and states simply cannot tackle the problem alone and without necessary resources. As the end of the year fast approaches, it is past time for Republicans and Democrats to come together to provide emergency funding and increase investments in prevention and treatment services for opioid use, misuse, and use disorders. Until we do, our job is not done and our communities will continue to hurt. We urge you to act immediately to ensure that Congress fulfills its commitment to the American people by providing adequate resources to help quell this epidemic in the 21st Century Cures Act. We stand ready and look forward to working with you to swiftly achieve this goal.Sincerely,U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly  U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin  U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen  U.S. Senator Edward J. Markey", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnellys-final-care-package-provision-signed-into-law", "Donnelly’s Final “Care Package” Provision Signed Into Law", "2016-12-23", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly\u2019s Final \u201cCare Package\u201d Provision Signed Into Law\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tMarks the Senator\u2019s fourth major military mental health law in four years\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, December 23, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2014 The final piece of U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly\u2019s \u201cServicemember and Veteran Mental Health Care Package\u201d (\u201cCare Package\u201d)\u00a0was signed into law today as part of the bipartisan national defense bill. This marks the fourth military mental health reform effort Donnelly has gotten passed and enacted in his four years in the U.S. Senate.\u00a0\r\nDonnelly, who serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee, said in part in a video message, \u201cI\u2019m proud to announce that, President Obama has signed into law the third and final piece of my \u2018Care Package\u2019 as part of the national defense bill. This legislation allows the military to expand the availability of physician assistants to provide mental health care at home and in the field.\u201d\r\n\u00a0\r\nTo see Senator Donnelly\u2019s video message about his final \u201cCare Package\u201d provision, click the image above or click here.\r\nDonnelly\u2019s bill that became law today as part of the national defense bill is his\u00a0Frontline Mental Health Provider Training Act.\u00a0Given the shortage of mental health care providers, Donnelly\u2019s provision allows the Department of Defense (DoD) to establish a pilot program to expand the availability of Physician Assistants (PAs) to provide mental health care evaluations and services for servicemembers and military families.\r\nDonnelly has worked effectively and tirelessly over the past four years to find commonsense, bipartisan solutions to combat military suicide and strengthen military mental health care. He has already had three military mental health provisions signed into law:\r\n \r\nIn 2014, Donnelly\u2019s bipartisan Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act\u00a0was signed into law. Named for Hoosier Jacob Sexton, a National Guardsman who took his life in 2009, the law, for the first time, requires an annual mental health assessment for all servicemembers including Active, Guard, and Reserve.\r\nIn 2015, two provisions from Donnelly\u2019s \"Care Package\" were\u00a0signed into law, which aim to help expand access to quality mental health care for servicemembers and veterans through both military providers as well as community providers. These included:\r\nA provision that creates a special designation, and an online registry, for private sector, community mental health providers who demonstrate \u2013 either through training or past experience \u2013 a strong knowledge of military culture and evidence-based therapies for mental health issues common to veterans and servicemembers.\r\nA provision that requires all DoD primary care and mental health care providers receive evidence-based training on suicide risk recognition and management.\r\n \r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/congressman-carson-calls-on-president-elect-trump-to-address-homegrown", "Congressman Carson Calls on President-Elect Trump to Address Homegrown Extremism", "2016-12-21", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (D-IN) sent a letter to President-Elect Trump, along with Democratic Members of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, calling for the continuation of community engagement programs to stop homegrown extremism. The letter asks the new administration to build on existing programs, often referred to as Countering Violent Extremism (CVE), in order to foster trust and grow partnerships in communities impacted by terrorism. It warns against a narrow focus on threats posed by ISIL and al Qaeda, at the expense of right wing, anarchist, religious, racial, and eco-extremists. \u00a0It cautions against any attempt to combine engagement programs with intelligence collection, which would spur mistrust and eliminate the gains made during the Obama Administration. Finally, the letter raises concerns of the Muslim American community about profiling and surveillance and asks for consideration of the contributions Muslims make to the federal government.\u00a0\n\u201cThroughout his recent campaign, President-Elect Trump raised a number of concerns about domestic threats facing our country. Along with many of my colleagues, I raised serious questions about his characterizations of Muslim Americans and foreigners in general as dangerous and untrustworthy. Despite these concerns, it is critical for us to acknowledge that threats to our homeland are serious and countering them will require strong support from Congress. Developing a robust program to address homegrown extremism in all its forms should be a non-partisan priority.\u00a0 This letter is intended to lay out a framework for the future of community engagement programs. The new Administration must look beyond its past rhetoric and recognize American communities as patriotic partners rather than targets for suspicion. If our new President can develop programs that protect civil rights and privacy while defending against terrorism, I stand ready to work with him.\u201d\nThe text of the signed letter can be seen here.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-calls-president-elect-trump-address-homegrown-extremism", "Congressman Carson Calls on President-Elect Trump to Address Homegrown Extremism", "2016-12-21", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9Carson (D-IN) sent a letter to President-Elect Trump, along with Democratic Members of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, calling for the continuation of community engagement programs to stop homegrown extremism. The letter asks the new administration to build on existing programs, often referred to as Countering Violent Extremism (CVE), in order to foster trust and grow partnerships in communities impacted by terrorism. It warns against a narrow focus on threats posed by ISIL and al Qaeda, at the expense of right wing, anarchist, religious, racial, and eco-extremists. It cautions against any attempt to combine engagement programs with intelligence collection, which would spur mistrust and eliminate the gains made during the Obama Administration. Finally, the letter raises concerns of the Muslim American community about profiling and surveillance and asks for consideration of the contributions Muslims make to the federal government.\n\n\u201cThroughout his recent campaign, President-Elect Trump raised a number of concerns about domestic threats facing our country. Along with many of my colleagues, I raised serious questions about his characterizations of Muslim Americans and foreigners in general as dangerous and untrustworthy. Despite these concerns, it is critical for us to acknowledge that threats to our homeland are serious and countering them will require strong support from Congress. Developing a robust program to address homegrown extremism in all its forms should be a non-partisan priority. This letter is intended to lay out a framework for the future of community engagement programs. The new Administration must look beyond its past rhetoric and recognize American communities as patriotic partners rather than targets for suspicion. If our new President can develop programs that protect civil rights and privacy while defending against terrorism, I stand ready to work with him.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T21:09:43Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-calls-for-bipartisan-senate-select-committee-to-investigate-russian-hacking-and-interference-in-us-elections", "Donnelly Calls for Bipartisan Senate Select Committee to Investigate Russian Hacking and Interference in U.S. Elections", "2016-12-21", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Calls for Bipartisan Senate Select Committee to Investigate Russian Hacking and Interference in U.S. Elections\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, December 21, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today called on the Senate to establish a Senate select committee to undertake a thorough, bipartisan investigation into Russia\u2019s hacking and interference in U.S. elections.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cForeign interference in American elections is unacceptable and should have serious consequences. As a first step, we should establish a bipartisan Senate select committee to investigate Russia\u2019s actions and determine how to prevent similar attacks in the future against the U.S. electoral system. Until that happens, I will work with Senator McCain, Senator Reed, and my colleagues on the Armed Services Committee to get the American people the answers they deserve.\u201d \u00a0\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-remarks-on-the-south-shore-expansion-deis-announcement", "Visclosky Remarks on the South Shore Expansion DEIS Announcement", "2016-12-16", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013\u00a0Below are Congressman Pete Visclosky\u2019s remarks on the announcement of the South Shore expansion Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), as prepared for delivery.\nI want to thank NICTD, the FTA, the Army Corps of Engineers, Governor Pence, members of the Indiana General Assembly, particularly our Northwest Indiana delegation, and the local communities who have supported this investment in the future of our region and who have made today\u2019s announcement possible.\u00a0\nIt is an important announcement and a key benchmark to expanding commuter rail in Northwest Indiana.\nHowever, there is more work to do.\u00a0\nThere remain four communities in Lake County that have yet to fully and financially commit to supporting this transformational investment.\nThere is more work to do.\nThere remains the request to the Federal Transit Administration for federal funds that must be prepared to our best ability, filed, and approved.\nThere is more work to do.\nThere are outstanding decisions and requests that must be made to support this expansion as a part of our efforts to establish a coordinated regional transportation system that includes the double tracking of the South Shore line from Gary to Michigan City and a robust bus network.\nI am proud to be here on a day that acknowledges our ability to make transformational investments when we collaborate and work together with the common purpose to create new jobs for current residents and future generations.\nBut there is more work to do.\u00a0 Not next week or next year or in the next few months.\u00a0 There is more work to do right now.\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-supported-effort-to-fight-opioid-abuse-signed-into-law", "Donnelly-Supported Effort to Fight Opioid Abuse Signed Into Law", "2016-12-13", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly-Supported Effort to Fight Opioid Abuse Signed Into Law\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator successfully advocated for funds to help expand prevention and treatment programs\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, December 13, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2014 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released a video statement after the bipartisan 21st Century Cures Act, which Donnelly voted for, was signed into law. The law includes $1 billion over the next two years to help combat the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics. Funding will be distributed to states to help them address these drug epidemics. In late November, Donnelly and several colleagues called for the Senate to pass this necessary, emergency funding to address these public health crises before the end of the year.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cI\u2019m pleased to share some good news: I helped pass the bipartisan 21st Century Cures Act, which is now law, and will help fund prevention and treatment in Indiana and across the country as we try to stem the tide of opioid abuse. This legislation includes much-needed funding for states to help confront this public health crisis. This funding builds on legislation that I helped pass and get signed into law to address the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics.\u201d\r\n\r\nTo see Donnelly\u2019s video statement about the 21st Century Cures Act click the image above or HERE.\r\nOver the past three years, as Indiana has been devastated by these public health crises, Donnelly has actively fought for both new efforts to help with prevention, treatment, and recovery and the funding necessary to support those programs. To read more about Donnelly\u2019s efforts, click here.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/senate-passes-coats-donnelly-resolution-honoring-indianas-bicentennial", "Senate Passes Coats-Donnelly Resolution Honoring Indiana’s Bicentennial", "2016-12-12", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Senate Passes Coats-Donnelly Resolution Honoring Indiana\u2019s Bicentennial\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMonday, December 12, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 The United States Senate recently passed a resolution introduced by Indiana\u2019s U.S. Senators, Dan Coats (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.), honoring Indiana\u2019s bicentennial.\r\nBoth Indiana Senators spoke on the Senate floor about the bicentennial. To watch Donnelly\u2019s speech, click here. To watch Coats\u2019 speech, click here.\r\nText of the resolution follows:\r\nTitle: Recognizing and commemorating the bicentennial of the State of Indiana.\r\nWhereas December 11, 2016, marks the 200th year of the statehood of the State of Indiana, and in honor of the momentous occasion, Hoosiers across the State of Indiana will celebrate the historic past and the prosperous future of the State of Indiana;\r\nWhereas, on December 11, 1816, President James Madison signed the Joint Resolution entitled \u201cResolution for admitting the state of Indiana into the Union\u201d, approved December 11, 1816 (3 Stat. 399), which admitted the State of Indiana as the 19th State of the United States and required that the leaders of the State of Indiana draft a State constitution;\r\nWhereas Jonathan Jennings, who spearheaded the effort in Congress to secure Indiana statehood, together with 43 of his peers, drafted the first Indiana State Constitution beneath the shade of a giant elm tree in the city of Corydon, Indiana, during the summer of 1816;\r\nWhereas in recognition of his role in Congress and as president of the constitutional convention of the State of Indiana, Jonathan Jennings was appointed the first Governor of the State of Indiana, the giant elm tree was later dubbed the Constitution Elm, and Corydon, Indiana, served as the first capital of the State of Indiana;\r\nWhereas, in October 1824, a coalition of State officials commenced an 11-day trek to move the capital of the State of Indiana 130 miles north from Corydon to Indianapolis;\r\nWhereas, in 1850, a second constitutional convention of the State of Indiana convened with the purpose of establishing more frequent elections, imposing restrictions on State debt, and creating biannual legislative sessions for the Indiana General Assembly, and as of November 2016, the Indiana State Constitution of 1850, as amended, still governs the State of Indiana;\r\nWhereas, in 1888, Benjamin Harrison was the first and only Hoosier to be elected President;\r\nWhereas, since 1869, 5 Hoosiers have served the United States as Vice President, and in 2016, the sixth Hoosier to serve as Vice President was elected;\r\nWhereas in celebration of the centennial of the State of Indiana, a design competition for the State flag was held, and the design by Paul Hadley was chosen for its stoic symbolism, including\u2014\r\n(1) the torch that stands for liberty and enlightenment;\r\n(2) the rays that signify that knowledge and freedom are available for all Hoosiers;\r\n(3) the 18 small stars that correspond to the States in the Union before the State of Indiana; and\r\n(4) the 19th and largest star that represents the State of Indiana;\r\nWhereas, the Indiana General Assembly adopted the flag designed by Paul Hadley as the flag of the State of Indiana in 1917;\r\nWhereas, in 1937, by the direction of a resolution of the Indiana General Assembly, \u201cthe Crossroads of America\u201d became the official motto of the State of Indiana because the city of Indianapolis serves as an intersection of several major interstate highways that link\u2014\r\n(1) Hoosiers throughout the State of Indiana; and\r\n(2) individuals across the United States;\r\nWhereas the seal of the State of Indiana\u2014\r\n(1) was approved by the Indiana General Assembly in 1963 and originated from a lineage of designs dating back to the period during which Indiana was a territory of the United States;\r\n(2) illustrates a scene from the pioneer era of\u2014\r\n(A) a woodsman cutting into 1 of 2 sycamore trees;\r\n(B) a buffalo in the foreground jumping over a log; and\r\n(C) the sun beginning to set behind 3 hills in the background;\r\nWhereas residents of the State of Indiana embrace the nickname for the State of Indiana, \u201cthe Hoosier State\u201d, pride for the term \u201cHoosier\u201d is deeply rooted in the history of the State of Indiana, and Hoosiers bear the nickname proudly;\r\nWhereas May 29, 2016, marked the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500, which is a great source of pride to all residents of the State of Indiana because of its influential role in shaping and defining the city of Indianapolis and the State of Indiana;\r\nWhereas the Indiana Bicentennial Commission was established in December of 2011 with the objective of honoring the 200 years of history of the State of Indiana;\r\nWhereas the Indiana Bicentennial Commission has 4 key pillars, which are\u2014\r\n(1) historical celebration;\r\n(2) youth and education;\r\n(3) nature conservation; and\r\n(4) community involvement;\r\nWhereas, to achieve its 4 main directives, the Indiana Bicentennial Commission has several major projects, including\u2014\r\n(1) a Bicentennial Nature Trust that allocates $30,000,000 in matching funds to acquire land statewide for the purposes of recreation and conservation;\r\n(2) the construction of a Statehouse Education Center in the Indiana State Library;\r\n(3) the building of a Bicentennial Plaza on the west side of the Statehouse that features art and improves public access to the surrounding governmental buildings; and\r\n(4) the construction of a new facility to house the Indiana State Archives to provide increased access to the most important documents of the State of Indiana;\r\nWhereas, on September 9, 2016, a torch relay began in Corydon, Indiana, and ended at the Statehouse on October 15, 2016, during which the torch traveled through all 92 counties of the State of Indiana in\u2014\r\n(1) an effort to fortify the communal connection of all Hoosiers; and\r\n(2) a symbolic culmination of the series of celebratory and educational bicentennial events, concluding on Statehood Day on December 11, 2016; and\r\nWhereas it is fitting that the bicentennial of the State of Indiana and the corresponding 200 years of rich history are celebrated: Now, therefore, be it\r\nResolved, That the Senate recognizes and commemorates the bicentennial of the State of Indiana.\r\nFor the text of the resolution, click here.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-statement-submitted-in-the-congressional-record-on-indiana-s", "Visclosky Statement Submitted in the Congressional Record on Indianas Bicentennial", "2016-12-09", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013\u00a0Today, Congressman Pete Visclosky released the following statement submitted in the Congressional Record on Indiana\u2019s Bicentennial:\nMr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the State of Indiana\u2019s Bicentennial Anniversary.\u00a0 200 years ago, on December 11, 1816, our great state was admitted to be a part of the United States of America, and I am so proud to call Indiana and its Northwest region my home.\nI believe that Northwest Indiana is the best place in the world to live, work, visit, study, and raise a family, and it is an honor and privilege to represent this area on the 200th Birthday of our state.\u00a0 I also want to thank my Indiana colleagues for establishing the time today to discuss this historic event.\u00a0 It is always a privilege to be able to work with you, along with Senator Coats and Senator Donnelly, on behalf of the issues that impact our great state.\nOur state and our region have a rich history in agriculture production, and in addition to the value of Indiana land, I believe that people have been drawn to Northwest Indiana because of the pristine beauty of our lakeshore and the Lake Michigan water.\u00a0 We are so fortunate to be situated along the largest body of fresh water on the planet.\u00a0 For 200 years, our shoreline has been an invaluable natural asset that has attracted people and has driven economic opportunities, and I have no doubt that it will continue to do so for the next 200 years and beyond.\u00a0 \u00a0\nWe also are fortunate that over a hundred years ago, businesses saw the value in the Northwest region of Indiana and decided to make investments to create unprecedented steel mills and oil refineries.\u00a0 It is because of these investments in Northwest Indiana that our steelworkers and steel mills are able to currently make the best and most efficient steel in the world.\u00a0 No other area of our country makes more steel than Northwest Indiana.\u00a0 Steel is the foundation of our economy, our national defense, and is essential for our transportation infrastructure.\u00a0 It has been an economic engine for our state this past century and we must continue to work to see that our industrial base and Indiana manufacturing continue to power us forward in future centuries.\u00a0 \nFinally, I am proud of all the hardworking people in Northwest Indiana and our state and the contributions that they have provided to our nation over the past 200 years.\u00a0 They have built transportation infrastructure in our state that connects rail, road, and waterway systems that traverse our nation.\u00a0 Our airports and ports along Lake Michigan serve as gateways to connect people and economic activity within our state to the rest of the world.\u00a0 Our Indiana National Guard servicemembers have also selflessly protected us every day of our past 200 years, including during the Civil War and the over 17,000 servicemembers who have been deployed overseas since September 11, 2001.\u00a0 \nMr. Speaker, I ask you and my other distinguished colleagues to join me now in celebrating the vibrant history of Indiana\u2019s steel and manufacturing industries, our unparalleled natural resources, and our industrious and courageous people, by wishing Indiana a very happy 200th Birthday.\u00a0 \n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-statement-delivered-during-the-house-consideration-of-the", "Visclosky Statement Delivered During the House Consideration of the Fiscal Year 2017 Continuing Resolution", "2016-12-08", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013\u00a0Below is the statement of Congressman Pete Visclosky, Ranking Democrat on the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, from today\u2019s House consideration of the Fiscal Year 2017 Continuing Resolution, as prepared for delivery.\u00a0\nI thank the Ranking Member for yielding me time. \nI am sorely disappointed that despite the very best efforts of Chairman Rogers, Ranking Member Lowey, and the members of our committee, we yet again find ourselves in the position of considering another Continuing Resolution (CR).\nIn June, during the debate on the House floor for H.R. 5293, the Fiscal Year 2017 Defense Appropriations Act, I expressed my concerns with that bill because it did not provide enough funding to support the warfighter for the full fiscal year.\u00a0 Specifically, I stated that our \u201cfiscal year begins on October 1, 2016, not May 1, 2017, and it is the responsibility of those of us holding office in the 2nd session of the 114th Congress to execute the FY 2017 appropriations process,\u201d and that we should demonstrate some legislative pragmatism and not foist our responsibility upon the 115th Congress.\u00a0 Unfortunately, almost exactly six-months later, it is appropriate to repeat myself.\u00a0 Only in this circumstance it is applicable to nearly the entire federal government and not just a small portion of the Defense Appropriations Bill.\u00a0\u00a0 \nWith regards to the CR, I grant that it has some positive aspects.\u00a0 Most notably it averts a government shutdown until at least April 28, 2017.\u00a0 It provides much needed funding to the Department of Defense for Overseas Contingency Operations and the European Reassurance Initiative.\u00a0 And it contains $170 million to address the infrastructure and health needs of those communities affected by contaminated drinking water.\nHowever, CRs are no way to run a nation and I wholeheartedly agree with Ranking Member Lowey that there is no practical reason that two months into a fiscal year, we are kicking the can down the road for another five months.\u00a0 Congress has no credibility to demand good government if it is incapable of providing appropriations to the whole of the federal government in a timely and predictable manner.\u00a0 \nAs the Ranking Member on the Defense Subcommittee, I feel it is important to highlight some of the complications we are compounding in 2017 should the Department of Defense have to operate under a CR for a total of 6 months and 28 days.\u00a0 \nFirst, CRs hinder the DoD from adapting to emerging conditions around the globe.\u00a0 Although we are including a few anomalies and adjustments in this CR, many more programs and initiatives simply did not make the \u201ccut-list\u201d and we will have created unforeseen but real impacts to our warfighters and their families. \nSecond, the defense budget we are deferring was planned for back in late 2015.\u00a0 Our actions to complete the FY 2017 appropriations by April 28, 2017, will be challenged in synchronizing a final budget solution that is at a minimum 16 months later than when it was drafted and planned by the Defense Department.\u00a0\u00a0 \nThird, it will require a significant amount of interchange with the DoD for Congress to complete the work on the remainder of the FY 2017 appropriations in the spring.\u00a0 Those same individuals and offices in the Department will simultaneously be making adjustments to the FY 2018 budget for the new administration.\u00a0 And while it is likely that the FY 2018 budget request will be delayed beyond the normal first Tuesday in February delivery, the two activities will overlap significantly, which is incredibly inefficient. \nLet me just further that thought by acknowledging that the Department will be well into their development of the FY 2019 budget at that same time.\u00a0 They will be presenting the FY 2018 budget to this Congress.\u00a0 And patiently waiting for the resolution of this FY 2017 budget.\u00a0\u00a0 All the while operating at FY 2016 levels that we extended in two consecutive CRs because we cannot find the initiative and political will to complete our jobs. \nAnd this CR has the likelihood of being particularly disruptive because it also coincides with a change in the Executive Branch.\u00a0 As has been pointed out, no incoming Administration has ever had to inherit a Department of Defense operating under a CR.\u00a0 So while claiming to recognize the difficulty a new President faces by including a provision to allow the expedited consideration in the Senate of legislation that overrides current law in the appointment of the next Secretary of Defense, we add a much greater burden to the incoming administration and Congress by not completing the FY 2017 Appropriation process.\u00a0\u00a0 \nI understand that Chairman Rogers has described the legislation before us as just a Band-Aid to give us time to complete the annual appropriations process.\u00a0 That is unfortunately a refrain we have heard too often in recent Congresses.\u00a0 In what fiscal year will we stop putting Band-Aids over our self-inflicted wounds to the appropriations process?\u00a0 The American people deserve so much more.\nIn closing, I regret that we again find ourselves on the House floor creating manufactured uncertainty.\u00a0 It is imperative that we bring an end to the reliance on CRs and get back into the habit of completing our budgetary work in a timely manner.\nI thank the Ranking Member for yielding.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/senator-donnelly-helps-pass-critical-funding-to-fight-opioid-abuse", "Senator Donnelly Helps Pass Critical Funding To Fight Opioid Abuse", "2016-12-08", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Senator Donnelly Helps Pass Critical Funding To Fight Opioid Abuse\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Thursday, December 8, 2016\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            Wednesday, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly helped the Senate pass the bipartisan 21st Century Cures Act, which includes $1 billion over the next two years to help combat the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics.\r\nFunding will be distributed to states to help them address these drug epidemics. In late November, Donnelly and several colleagues called for the Senate to pass this necessary, emergency funding to address these public health crises before the end of the year. The 21st Century Cures Act recently passed the U.S. House of Representatives with overwhelming bipartisan support and now goes to President Obama for his signature.Donnelly said, \"I believe it takes all of us working together to confront the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics. I pushed for the Senate to pass this funding because it will provide critical resources for states to help fight opioid abuse. I am proud this legislation will soon become law, as it will help fund prevention and recovery initiatives across the country.\"In addition, this will legislation includes funding to spur medical innovation and support research to develop cures for diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's.\"Over the past three years, as Indiana has been devastated by these public health crises, Donnelly has actively fought for both new efforts to help with prevention, treatment, and recovery and the funding necessary to support those programs.\u00a0This summer, Donnelly helped the Senate pass the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA), which became law in July, authorizing a number of grant programs.Several of Donnelly's bipartisan provisions became law in 2016 as part of CARA. His provisions were adopted from his bipartisan legislation to update best practices for pain management and raise public awareness, as well as a bipartisan provision he authored that encourages first responder units to connect individuals who receive naloxone with treatment and other necessary services. CARA also includes tools to prevent drug addiction and expands access to treatment and support for individuals in recovery.In September, Donnelly helped the Senate pass short-term legislation to keep the government running, and it included $37 million in new funding to begin implementation of CARA. These funds are helping jumpstart four grant programs in CARA focused on prevention, treatment, and recovery.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-honors-indiana-bicentennial-in-senate-floor-speech", "Donnelly Honors Indiana Bicentennial in Senate Floor Speech", "2016-12-08", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Honors Indiana Bicentennial in Senate Floor Speech\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator delivers remarks in advance of December 11th celebrations\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, December 8, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014 Today, in advance of Indiana\u2019s Bicentennial on December 11th, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly honored Indiana\u2019s rich history and recognized the important contributions Hoosiers have made to Indiana and the U.S., during a speech on the Senate floor.\r\nDonnelly said, in part, during his remarks, \u201cAs we reflect on Indiana\u2019s 200 years, we have so much to be proud of. And, as we look to the next 200 years, we know that through hard work, and by all working together, we can make our state\u2019s future even more prosperous for our children, grandchildren, and future generations of Hoosiers.\u201d\r\n\r\nTo view Senator Donnelly\u2019s remarks, click the image above or click here.\u00a0\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-in-support-of-carrier-workers", "Donnelly Statement in Support of Carrier Workers", "2016-12-08", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Statement in Support of Carrier Workers\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, December 8, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement in support of Carrier workers, represented by United Steelworkers Local 1999.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cI know the workers of Local 1999 and hardworking Hoosiers across Indiana. They are my friends and neighbors, and they help to make America great. If we are going to stop jobs from moving out of the country, it starts by standing with our fellow working Hoosiers. Carrier, not its workers, is chasing $3-an-hour wages. All the workers have done is build quality products and make their employer highly profitable.\u201d\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnellys-final-care-package-provision-to-become-law", "Donnelly’s Final “Care Package” Provision to Become Law", "2016-12-08", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly\u2019s Final \u201cCare Package\u201d Provision to Become Law\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator passes fourth major military mental health bill in four years\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, December 8, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014 The final piece of U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly\u2019s \u201cServicemember and Veteran Mental Health Care Package\u201d (\u201cCare Package\u201d)\u00a0passed the Senate today as part of the bipartisan national defense bill. The legislation now goes to President Obama\u2019s desk to be signed into law. This will mark the fourth military mental health reform effort Donnelly has gotten passed and enacted in his four years in the U.S. Senate.\u00a0\r\nDonnelly, who serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee said, \u201cGetting the final piece of the Care Package signed into law is about getting our servicemembers better access to high-quality mental health care. As we work to reduce the stigma around mental health and continue to combat military suicide, we will have to ensure that the programs from my \u2018Care Package\u2019 are fully implemented by the Defense Department.\u201d\r\nDonnelly\u2019s bill that passed as part of the national defense bill is his\u00a0Frontline Mental Health Provider Training Act.\u00a0Given the shortage of mental health care providers, Donnelly\u2019s provision allows the Department of Defense (DoD) to establish a pilot program to expand the availability of Physician Assistants (PAs) to provide mental health care evaluations and services for servicemembers and military families.\r\nDonnelly has worked effectively and tirelessly over the past four years to find commonsense, bipartisan solutions to combat military suicide and strengthen military mental health care. He has already had three military mental health provisions signed into law:\r\n \r\nIn 2014, Donnelly\u2019s bipartisan Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act\u00a0was signed into law. Named for Hoosier Jacob Sexton, a National Guardsman who took his life in 2009, the law, for the first time, requires an annual mental health assessment for all servicemembers including Active, Guard, and Reserve.\r\nIn 2015, two provisions from Donnelly\u2019s \"Care Package\" were\u00a0signed into law, which aim to help expand access to quality mental health care for servicemembers and veterans through both military providers as well as community providers. These included:\r\n\r\nA provision that creates a special designation, and an online registry, for private sector, community mental health providers who demonstrate \u2013 either through training or past experience \u2013 a strong knowledge of military culture and evidence-based therapies for mental health issues common to veterans and servicemembers.\r\nA provision that requires all DoD primary care and mental health care providers receive evidence-based training on suicide risk recognition and management.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\nAccording to the Department of Defense, through the first six months of 2016, 221 servicemembers were lost to suicide. In 2015, 478 servicemembers took their own lives. Last year marked the fourth consecutive year that more troops were lost to suicide than combat. In 2014, 444 servicemembers took their own lives. In 2013, 475 servicemembers were lost to suicide.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-graham-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-support-local-crime-reduction-strategies", "Donnelly, Graham Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Local Crime-Reduction Strategies", "2016-12-07", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly, Graham Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Local Crime-Reduction Strategies\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tINVEST to Prevent Crime Act would provide funding for local, evidence-based efforts to reduce and prevent crime\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, December 7, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) today introduced the bipartisan Investing in Neighborhood-focused, Vital, Evidence-based Strategies and Trust (INVEST) to Prevent Crime Act of 2016. The INVEST to Prevent Crime Act would authorize grants to local communities as part of the effort to reduce crime, building on an existing federal program. The grants would support bringing local law enforcement, community leaders, stakeholders, and residents together to craft local solutions to the specific causes of crime in their area.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cThe best results to combatting persistent crime come from engaging both the people who live in communities and those tasked to protect them. This bipartisan legislation would support that approach and will help communities across Indiana and our country make life safer for their residents and businesses.\u201d\r\nGraham said, \u201cThis bill will help bring law enforcement and community and business leaders to the table to develop strategies to reduce specific drivers of crime in their communities.\u00a0The grant program enables these communities to revitalize some of their most challenging neighborhoods while improving relationships between police and the citizens they serve.\u201d\r\nThe INVEST to Prevent Crime Act would extend and enhance a targeted program modeled from the promising Department of Justice (DOJ) initiative, the Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Program (BCJI), to help with planning and implementation of evidence-based strategies to reduce and prevent crime as part of community revitalization efforts. Indiana has two communities currently participating in the BCJI initiative: Indianapolis and Evansville\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-helps-pass-critical-funding-to-fight-opioid-abuse", "Donnelly Helps Pass Critical Funding to Fight Opioid Abuse", "2016-12-07", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Helps Pass Critical Funding to Fight Opioid Abuse\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator successfully advocated for these necessary funds to help prevention and treatment programs that are on the verge of becoming law\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, December 7, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly helped the Senate pass the bipartisan 21st Century Cures Act, which includes $1 billion over the next two years to help combat the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics. Funding will be distributed to states to help them address these drug epidemics. In late November, Donnelly and several colleagues called for the Senate to pass this necessary, emergency funding to address these public health crises before the end of the year. The 21st Century Cures Act recently passed the U.S. House of Representatives with overwhelming bipartisan support and now goes to President Obama for his signature.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cI believe it takes all of us working together to confront the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics. I pushed for the Senate to pass this funding because it will provide critical resources for states to help fight opioid abuse. I am proud this legislation will soon become law, as it will help fund prevention and recovery initiatives across the country.\r\n\u201cIn addition, this will legislation includes funding to spur medical innovation and support research to develop cures for diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer\u2019s.\u201d\r\nOver the past three years, as Indiana has been devastated by these public health crises, Donnelly has actively fought for both new efforts to help with prevention, treatment, and recovery and the funding necessary to support those programs.\r\nThis summer, Donnelly helped the Senate pass the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA), which became law in July, authorizing a number of grant programs.\r\nSeveral of\u00a0Donnelly\u2019s bipartisan provisions became law in 2016 as part of CARA. His provisions were adopted from his bipartisan legislation to update best practices for pain management and raise public awareness, as well as a bipartisan provision he authored that encourages first responder units to connect individuals who receive naloxone with treatment and other necessary services. CARA also includes tools to prevent drug addiction and expands access to treatment and support for individuals in recovery.\r\nIn September, Donnelly helped the Senate pass short-term legislation to keep the government running, and it included $37 million in new funding to begin implementation of CARA. These funds are helping jumpstart four grant programs in CARA focused on prevention, treatment, and recovery.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/sen-donnellys-senate-floor-speech-on-senator-coats-retirement", "Sen. Donnelly's Senate Floor Speech on Senator Coats' Retirement", "2016-12-06", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Evansville, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t123 NW 4th Street, Suite 417\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEvansville, IN 47708\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (812) 425-5813\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (812) 425-5817 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFort Wayne, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 203 E. Berry Street, Suite 702 B\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Fort Wayne, IN 46802\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (260) 420-4955\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (260) 420-4930\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHammond, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5400 Federal Plaza, Suite 3200\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Hammond, IN 46320\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (219)-852-0089\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (219)-852-0729\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIndianapolis, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t115 N. Pennsylvania Street Suite 100\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIndianapolis, IN 46204\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (317) 226-5555\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (855) 772-7518\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJeffersonville, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t702 North Shore Drive, Suite LL-101\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJeffersonville, IN 47130\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (812)-284-2027\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (812)-284-2044\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSouth Bend, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t205 West Colfax Avenue\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSouth Bend, IN 46601\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (574)-288-2780\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (574)-234-7476\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWASHINGTON, D.C.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t720 Hart Senate Office Building\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWashington, D.C. 20510\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (202) 224-4814\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (202) 224-5011\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/-citing-trump-rust-belt-democrats-demand-crackdown-on-outsourcers", "Citing Trump, Rust Belt Democrats demand crackdown on outsourcers", "2016-12-06", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Citing Trump, Rust Belt Democrats demand crackdown on outsourcers\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                    By:\u00a0\r\n                    Mike DeBonis\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Tuesday, December 6, 2016\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            Six Democratic senators from Rust Belt states won by President-elect Donald Trump called Tuesday for a swift congressional crackdown on U.S. companies that send manufacturing jobs abroad, claiming common cause with Trump\u2019s crusade against outsourcing.\r\nTrump on Sunday tweeted that \u201cany business that leaves our country for another country, fires its employees, builds a new factory or plant in the other country, and then thinks it will sell its product back into the U.S. without retribution or consequence, is WRONG!\u201d He threatened to impose a 35 percent tariff on goods those companies seek to import.\r\nThe Democratic senators from Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin stopped short of calling for a protectionist tariff regime. But in a letter to congressional leaders Tuesday, they applauded \u201cthe recent attention President-elect Trump has brought to the issue of outsourcing and its impact on middle-class families\u201d and called for legislation that would penalize companies that send jobs abroad.\r\nThose penalties, they say, should include taking into consideration any history of outsourcing while awarding federal contracts and potentially keeping outsourcers from receiving tax breaks and other federal incentives, and \u201cclawing back\u201d those incentives if companies later ship jobs out of the country.\r\n\u201cThe loss of manufacturing jobs in our states has contributed to the decades-long trend of the declining middle class,\u201d the letter reads. \u201cWe believe these principles \u2014 which we intend to introduce as legislation \u2014 are critical to our shared commitment to encourage companies to invest in the United States and in American workers.\u201d\r\nAlong with the letter, the incoming Senate Democratic leader, Sen. Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.), issued a statement of support Tuesday: \u201cSenate Democrats have fought to reverse the outsourcing trend that hurts American workers for years, and we\u2019re pleased the President-elect wants to address it as well. We hope he\u2019ll put pressure on Congressional Republicans to support real, meaningful policy that will protect jobs here at home.\u201d\r\nThe lead signer of the letter was Sen. Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.), who praised the decision last month by Carrier Corp., under pressure from Trump, to reverse its decision to send hundreds of Indianapolis manufacturing jobs to Mexico. The company is still planning to move hundreds of other jobs, and Donnelly has pushed Trump to do more.\r\n\u201cI strongly encourage you to make it clear that efforts to ship jobs offshore to chase cheap wages will be addressed head on by the Trump Administration,\u201d Donnelly wrote in a separate letter last week. \u201cI stand ready to assist in any way possible.\u201d\r\nDonnelly is up for reelection in 2018 in a state where Trump won 57 percent of the vote.\r\nAlso signing the letter were Sens. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Robert P. Casey Jr. (D-Pa.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.) and Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.).", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-and-senators-we-need-swift-action-to-address-outsourcing-of-american-jobs-announce-intent-to-introduce-legislation-", "Donnelly and Senators: We Need Swift Action to Address Outsourcing of American Jobs, Announce Intent to Introduce Legislation", "2016-12-06", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly and Senators: We Need Swift Action to Address Outsourcing of American Jobs, Announce Intent to Introduce Legislation \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tDonnelly leads colleagues in letter to new congressional leadership urging quick consideration of legislation to reward companies investing in American workers \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, December 6, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly and a group of senators from manufacturing-heavy states urged the leadership of the next Congress to quickly consider legislation to penalize companies outsourcing American jobs and encourage investments in the United States. \u00a0Donnelly and Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Gary Peters (D-MI), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Bob Casey (D-PA), and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced they plan to introduce legislation during the next Congress, which begins in January.\r\nDonnelly and the Senators wrote, in part, \u201cAs Senators representing manufacturing-heavy states, we welcome the recent attention President-elect Trump has brought to the issue of outsourcing and its impact on middle-class families. We also recognize that a meaningful effort to stop the flow of American jobs to countries like Mexico and China will require Congress to cut through the political gridlock and take action to align our policies with the interests of American workers.\u201d\r\nIn the letter to congressional leaders, the Senators highlighted three commonsense principles that will be the basis of their legislation:\r\n \r\nFederal contracts, funded by taxpayers, should go to American companies that employ American workers. Federal contracting policy should take into consideration whether companies have outsourced American jobs.\r\nTax incentives intended to support United States businesses and the domestic economy should go to companies that invest here at home. Federal laws should claw back incentives and prohibit companies from receiving tax breaks for outsourcing jobs and factories, instead of investing in America.\r\nFederal policies should encourage businesses to bring jobs home and invest in American communities. Our policies should provide tax incentives for companies to relocate foreign jobs to the United States.\r\n \r\nFull text of the letter is below and here.\r\nFor months, Donnelly has fought to prevent the outsourcing of Hoosier jobs, including at Carrier in Indianapolis and other Hoosier companies. Donnelly released a white paper and sent proposals\u00a0to the Senate Finance Committee in May aimed at preventing and discouraging major corporations from shipping jobs to foreign countries.\u00a0Last week, Donnelly sent a letter to President-Elect Trump encouraging him to prioritize changes to our federal policies in order to prevent the further outsourcing of American jobs.\r\nDecember 6, 2016\r\nDear Majority Leader McConnell, Democratic Leader-elect Schumer, Speaker Ryan, and Democratic Leader Pelosi:\r\nWe write today to reiterate our long-held concern about the outsourcing of American jobs and the need for swift action in the 115th Congress.\r\nAs Senators representing manufacturing-heavy states, we welcome the recent attention President-elect Trump has brought to the issue of outsourcing and its impact on middle-class families. We also recognize that a meaningful effort to stop the flow of American jobs to countries like Mexico and China will require Congress to cut through the political gridlock and take action to align our policies with the interests of American workers.\r\nTo that end, we strongly encourage congressional leadership to quickly consider and pass legislation to meet the following commonsense principles.\r\n \r\nFederal contracts, funded by taxpayers, should go to American companies that employ American workers. Federal contracting policy should take into consideration whether companies have outsourced American jobs.\r\nTax incentives intended to support United States businesses and the domestic economy should go to companies that invest here at home. Federal laws should claw back incentives and prohibit companies from receiving tax breaks for outsourcing jobs and factories, instead of investing in America.\r\nFederal policies should encourage businesses to bring jobs home and invest in American communities. Our policies should provide tax incentives for companies to relocate foreign jobs to the United States.\r\n \r\nThe loss of manufacturing jobs in our states has contributed to the decades-long trend of the declining middle class. We believe these principles\u2014which we intend to introduce as legislation\u2014are critical to our shared commitment to encourage companies to invest in the United States and in American workers.\r\nPlease join us in standing with the workers who have seen too many of their jobs go to foreign countries.\r\nSincerely,\r\nU.S. Senator Joe Donnelly (D-IN)\r\nU.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH)\r\nU.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI)\r\nU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI)\r\nU.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA)\r\nU.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI)\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-american-infrastructure-should-be-built-with-american-made-products", "Donnelly: American Infrastructure Should be Built with American-Made Products", "2016-12-05", "2016", "2016-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: American Infrastructure Should be Built with American-Made Products\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator and colleagues demand inclusion of \u2018Buy America\u2019 provision for steel and iron in final Water Infrastructure legislation\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMonday, December 5, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly called for the restoration of a \u2018Buy America\u2019 provision in the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), to require projects funded by the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) to be built with American-made iron and steel products. The \u2018Buy America\u2019 requirement was included in the Senate-passed version of the bill with broad bipartisan support, but was reportedly stripped from the compromise package negotiated by leaders in the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives. Donnelly and his colleagues have asked leadership to put the provision back into the final bill to support U.S. steel and iron workers and manufacturers.\r\nIn the letter to Senate and House leadership, Donnelly and his colleagues wrote, \u201c\u2026Buy America is an important job-creating provision.\u00a0 If subject to the Buy America provisions, DWSRF-funded infrastructure projects will be required to use American iron and steel.\u00a0As a result, companies will have incentives to invest in domestic manufacturing facilities, and U.S. taxpayer dollars will support American manufacturers\u2026\u201d\u00a0\r\n\u201c\u2026The American people spoke clearly in this past election that they want leaders who fight for the working class and who advance policies that create more jobs and grow the U.S. manufacturing sector. We urge you to heed their voices in the WRDA negotiations and ensure the DWSRF Buy America provisions are incorporated in the final bill.\u201d\r\nYou can download a copy of the letter here. Full text is available below.\u00a0\r\nDecember 2, 2016\r\nDear Majority Leader McConnell, Democratic Leader Reid, Speaker Ryan, and Democratic Leader Pelosi:\r\nWe write to express our concern that an important Buy America provision for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) has been struck from the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) conference report to be considered by the House and Senate.\u00a0\u00a0 This provision (Section 7117 of S. 2848) was approved by the Senate with broad bipartisan support, and we urge you to ensure that it is included in the final WRDA bill.\r\nSection 7117 of the Senate bill would codify the Buy America procurement preference for American-made iron and steel products that has been applied to the DWSRF for many years through annual appropriations to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).\u00a0 The language would ensure that the DWSRF is subject to the same Buy America policies permanently applied to the EPA\u2019s other federal-aid water infrastructure spending programs, the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program. \u00a0\r\nBuy America is an important job-creating provision.\u00a0 If subject to the Buy America provisions, DWSRF-funded infrastructure projects will be required to use American iron and steel.\u00a0\u00a0 As a result, companies will have incentives to invest in domestic manufacturing facilities, and U.S. taxpayer dollars will support American manufacturers.\u00a0\r\nRemoving the Buy America provisions from the DWSRF will have the opposite effect.\u00a0 Without domestic content requirements, foreign companies will reap the advantages of U.S. taxpayer spending at the expense of taxpaying U.S. iron and steel producers and workers across the country.\u00a0 An opportunity to support and grow U.S. manufacturers will be squandered.\r\nThe American people spoke clearly in this past election that they want leaders who fight for the working class and who advance policies that create more jobs and grow the U.S. manufacturing sector. We urge you to heed their voices in the WRDA negotiations and ensure the DWSRF Buy America provisions are incorporated in the final bill.\r\nSincerely,\r\nU.S. Senator Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and 24 colleagues\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-testifies-at-itc-hearing-on-steel-cut-to-length-plate", "Visclosky Testifies at ITC Hearing on Steel Cut-To-Length Plate", "2016-11-30", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC - Below are Congressman Pete Visclosky\u2019s prepared remarks from today\u2019s International Trade Commission (ITC) hearing on carbon and alloy steel cut-to-length plate.\u00a0\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I want to thank Chairman Williamson and all other members of the Commission, and the dedicated staff, for the opportunity to testify today in the case involving carbon and alloy steel cut-to-length plate from twelve countries, including Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, South Africa, Taiwan, and Turkey.\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I am proud to represent the First Congressional District of Indiana, which is the largest steel producing Congressional District in the country.\u00a0 In my District, ArcelorMittal\u2019s plate mill in Burns Harbor produces the product we are discussing today, which is used to protect our national defense and build our infrastructure.\u00a0 I cannot emphasize enough how critical cut-to-length plate is to the security of this nation.\u00a0 This product is used to make armor vests that protect our military personnel.\u00a0 It is used to build ships and aircraft carriers that secure our national defense. \u00a0In fact, of the roughly 50,000 tons of steel plate required for the construction of an aircraft carrier, ArcelorMittal supplies the majority of the steel, of which half is manufactured and produced in Burns Harbor.\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I encourage you to continue to be vigilant and ensure that every single country that attempts to violate our trade laws is held accountable for their actions.\u00a0 American steel companies and steelworkers are currently fighting for their survival against illegal imports.\u00a0 Many countries have spent the last several years building their production capacity through illegal subsidies and state-owned enterprises that have unlimited financial resources.\u00a0 For far too long, this steel has been finding its way to be illegally dumped in our market, to the detriment of our steel industry.\u00a0 I appreciate the diligent work the Commission has done to investigate illegal steel imports and to utilize new tools provided by Congress to determine material injury in these cases.\u00a0 We are making progress, but we have more work to do.\u00a0 \n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I urge you to recognize the material injury caused by imports of cut-to-length plate to domestic steel producers throughout the nation.\u00a0 Steel production is the foundation of the economy of Northwest Indiana.\u00a0 It is the foundation of our national defense.\u00a0 It is the foundation of our infrastructure.\u00a0 This case is not only a matter of cracking down on illegal trade practices and holding countries that cheat accountable, it is a matter of national security and should be treated with the utmost scrutiny. \u00a0American steelworkers make the best steel in the world, and we should without doubt be using the plate that they produce to protect our citizens and our military service members.\u00a0 \n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I thank you all for the opportunity to testify here today and appreciate your thorough investigation of the facts of this case.\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/donnelly-calls-on-trump-to-help-him-encourage-companies-to-grow-in-indiana", "Donnelly calls on Trump to help him encourage companies to grow in Indiana", "2016-11-30", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly calls on Trump to help him encourage companies to grow in Indiana\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Wednesday, November 30, 2016\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            INDIANAPOLIS (WTHR) - Sen. Joe Donnelly, D-Indiana, is calling on President-elect Donald Trump to work with him to change laws to encourage companies to grow in Indiana.The plea comes after news surfaced Tuesday night that\u00a0Carrier has reached a deal with Trump and Vice president-elect Mike Pence\u00a0to keep close to 1,000 jobs in Indianapolis.\r\n\r\n\"While this is good news, in Indiana alone, there are at least two other companies currently planning to move Hoosier jobs out of the country,\" Donnelly said in a statement. \"We need to change our laws to encourage companies to grow here at home.\"One of the companies is Rexnord Bearings on Indianapolis' west side.\r\nThe company\u00a0is planning to move nearly 300 jobs to Mexico\u00a0in the spring.The other plant is CTS Corporation in Elkhart.The company announced plans in June to phase out production at its Elkhart plant by mid-2018 and move up to 230 Hoosier jobs to foreign countries.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/donnelly-says-he-will-oppose-nomination-of-price-for-hhs-secretary", "Donnelly says he will oppose nomination of Price for HHS secretary", "2016-11-30", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly says he will oppose nomination of Price for HHS secretary\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Wednesday, November 30, 2016\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced that he will vote against Congressman Tom Price, a leader in pushing for Medicare privatization, who has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. Price, the current House Budget Committee Chairman, was an architect of the Republican budget that would end the Medicare guarantee to seniors and transform it into a voucher program. In addition he has helped lead discussions on overhauling and privatizing Medicare and has said it is a top priority.\r\n\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cTom Price has led the charge to privatize Medicare, and for this reason, I cannot support his nomination. I am ready to work with anyone who wants to improve access to quality health care for Hoosier families and seniors, but the nomination of Tom Price would put us on a direct path to end Medicare as we know it, which would raise health care costs and break a fundamental promise to seniors. I have fought to protect Medicare, and I will continue to oppose efforts to privatize Medicare or turn it into a voucher program.\u201d\r\n\r\nLast week Donnelly reiterated his commitment to Medicare and his opposition to privatizing Medicare, saying in part in a video message, \u201cLet me say unequivocally to you now: I have fought to protect Medicare for this generation and for future generations. I have opposed efforts to privatize Medicare in the past, and I will oppose any effort to privatize Medicare or turn it into a voucher program in the future. If my colleagues have pragmatic ideas that strengthen Medicare, reduce the costs of care, crack down on waste, fraud and abuse, count me in, but if they want to phase out Medicare, or privatize the system, count me out.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-to-trump-carrier-is-good-start", "Donnelly to Trump: Carrier is Good Start, But We Must Change Federal Policies to Prevent Offshoring of Jobs", "2016-11-30", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly to Trump: Carrier is Good Start, But We Must Change Federal Policies to Prevent Offshoring of Jobs\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator sends letter to President-elect in advance of Indianapolis visit; cites other offshoring job losses \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, November 30, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 In advance of President-elect Donald Trump\u2019s visit to Carrier in Indiana on Thursday and on the heels of last night\u2019s news that hundreds of Carrier jobs will be protected, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly sent a letter to Trump encouraging him to prioritize changes to our federal policies in order to prevent the further offshoring of American jobs.\r\nDonnelly said, in part, in the letter, \u201cWhile this is welcome news, particularly to the families who will keep their jobs, there are hundreds of additional workers at the Carrier facility and 700 workers at the UTEC facility in Huntington, all of whom will still lose their jobs. There are also a number of other Hoosier companies planning to move jobs offshore, including CTS Corporation in Elkhart and Rexnord Corporation, a company located just one mile from the Carrier facility in Indianapolis you will visit tomorrow\u2026I hope we can build on the momentum created by your agreement with United Technologies to make changes in order to benefit working Americans across the country.\r\n\u201cHowever, until we update our federal policies to better prevent offshoring, I strongly encourage you to make it clear that efforts to ship jobs offshore to chase cheap wages will be addressed head on by the Trump Administration. I stand ready to assist in any way possible.\u201d\r\nFor months, Donnelly has fought alongside the Carrier workers and pushed to keep these jobs in Indiana. He also released a white paper and sent proposals to the Senate Finance Committee in May aimed at preventing and discouraging major corporations from shipping jobs to foreign countries. The Senator asked that the following policy recommendations be included in any tax reform effort, including: denying expensing for offshoring moving costs; considering offshoring as a factor in federal contracting,; clawing back and restricting tax incentives; and providing incentives to invest in rural and low-income communities.\r\nTo read Donnelly\u2019s letter, click here or see below.\r\nNovember 30, 2016\u00a0\r\nDear President-elect Trump:\r\nI was pleased to learn of the agreement you reached with United Technologies to keep hundreds of Carrier jobs in Indianapolis. I am eager to learn the specific details of the agreement.\r\nWhile this is welcome news, particularly to the families who will keep their jobs, there are hundreds of additional workers at the Carrier facility and 700 workers at the UTEC facility in Huntington, all of whom will still lose their jobs. There are also a number of other Hoosier companies planning to move jobs offshore, including CTS Corporation in Elkhart and Rexnord Corporation, a company located just one mile from the Carrier facility in Indianapolis you will visit tomorrow. There are more than 500 jobs at risk between those two companies.\r\nI have been fighting alongside these workers for years, arguing that we have an obligation to ensure that federal policies are designed to benefit the U.S. economy, and that we encourage investment in the foundation of our economy\u2014American workers, their families, and our communities. To that end, I have also proposed a series of recommendations that would deny and claw back certain tax benefits to companies that move jobs offshore, and ensure offshoring is a factor when awarding federal contracts.\u00a0I hope we can build on the momentum created by your agreement with United Technologies to make these changes in order to benefit working Americans across the country.\r\nHowever, until we update our federal policies to better prevent offshoring, I strongly encourage you to make it clear that efforts to ship jobs offshore to chase cheap wages will be addressed head on by the Trump Administration. I stand ready to assist in any way possible.\r\nThank you for your efforts on behalf of Hoosier workers. I look forward to continuing this fight in the coming months.\r\nSincerely,\r\nJoe Donnelly\r\nUnited States Senator\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/just-ask-joe-donnelly-secures-missing-military-medals-for-knox-veteran-who-served-during-cuban-missile-crisis-", "Just Ask Joe: Donnelly Secures Missing Military Medals for Knox Veteran Who Served During Cuban Missile Crisis", "2016-11-30", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Just Ask Joe: Donnelly Secures Missing Military Medals for Knox Veteran Who Served During Cuban Missile Crisis \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, November 30, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today released the latest installment of his \u201cJust Ask Joe\u201d video series, which highlights the many services available to Hoosiers from his office.\u00a0Joe Perch, a Knox resident and Navy veteran, who served during the Cuban Missile Crisis, contacted Donnelly\u2019s office seeking help to get missing military medals he had earned and been waiting for 54 years to receive. Donnelly\u2019s office reached out to the Department of the Navy on Mr. Perch\u2019s behalf and secured four medals in recognition of his efforts to stop Russian ships from unloading cargo into Cuba. \u00a0\r\n\r\nTo watch the \u201cJust Ask Joe\u201d video featuring Knox resident and Navy veteran Joe Perch, click\u00a0here.\r\nDonnelly encourages any Hoosier in need of assistance with a federal agency to contact his Indianapolis office at 317-226-5555. Veterans whose medals have been lost or destroyed can contact Donnelly\u2019s office for assistance replacing them and his office may also be able to help veterans working to access medals they have earned and not received. For more information about these and other services provided by Donnelly\u2019s office\u2014including federal casework, veterans\u2019 resources, and applying for federal grants\u2014please visit his website at\u00a0www.donnelly.senate.gov/help. To see past installments of \u201cJust Ask Joe,\u201d click here.\u00a0\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressional-steel-caucus-calls-on-cbp-to-fully-enforce-trade-laws", "Congressional Steel Caucus Calls on CBP to Fully Enforce Trade Laws", "2016-11-29", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congressional Steel Caucus Chairman Tim Murphy (R-PA) and Vice-Chairman Peter J. Visclosky (D-IN), along with 41 other members of the Caucus, have called on U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Commissioner Kerlikowske to fully utilize trade enforcement tools provided by Congress. \u00a0\nDetailed in a\u00a0letter, given growing concerns regarding global excess capacity, Congress passed and the President signed into law P.L. 114-125, the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015, which provides CBP with new tools and authorities to increase enforcement of U.S. trade law at our borders. \u00a0The Steel Caucus letter was written in response to concerns over the recent non-initiation of an investigation requested under the new authorities of the alleged duty evasion of Circular Welded Carbon Quality Steel Pipe from China. \u00a0The Steel Caucus is concerned that the failure to aggressively investigate and initiate allegations of trade cheats will incite foreign competitors to continue to evade our trade laws and deter domestic producers from filing evasion claims.\nChairman Murphy stated, \u201cThe Congressional Steel Caucus has spearheaded the strong legislative remedies passed by Congress, now law, that improve efforts to combat unfair trade practices by foreign trade cheats like China. But our efforts will only work if federal agencies like CBP use all of the enforcement and monitoring tools we\u2019ve provided to stop the evasion schemes at our borders. The Steel Caucus will continue to stand up for American steel producers and we urge the Administration to do the same by upholding the new trade laws.\u201d\nVice-Chairman Visclosky stated, \u201cIt is disappointing that CPB has not allowed the legislative achievement of the Congressional Steel Caucus and Congress to come to fruition. \u00a0This law is designed to prevent unscrupulous actions on our borders and it must be fully enforced. \u00a0I will continue to work to ensure that we are doing everything possible under our trade laws to support and defend American steelworkers and steel-producing communities.\u201d\u00a0\nBelow are the text of the letter and a PDF of the signed version.\nDear Commissioner Kerlikowske:  \n\t\u00a0  \n\tAs members of the Congressional Steel Caucus we encourage you to fully utilize the trade enforcement tools provided to you by Congress to aggressively combat illegal trade practices that threaten the American steel pipe and tube industry and the communities that they serve.\u00a0  \n\t\u00a0  \n\tThe U.S. steel industry is facing a global overcapacity crisis and the need for strong enforcement at our nation\u2019s borders has never been greater. Data from the Government Accountability Office estimates that between 2001 and 2014, there was $2.3 billion in uncollected antidumping (AD) and countervailing duties (CVD) by federal agencies for a variety of types of products. The influx of foreign imports coupled with the lack of enforcement resources at our federal agencies is devastating American steel companies and the communities that they serve.\u00a0  \n\t\u00a0  \n\tGiven growing concerns regarding global excess capacity, Congress passed and the President signed into law P.L. 114-125, the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015, which provides CBP with new tools and authorities to increase enforcement of U.S. trade law at our borders. Specifically, the Congressional Steel Caucus worked vigorously to include the Enforce and Protect Act (EAPA) in P.L. 114-125 so your agency would have a transparent process for domestic petitioners to submit allegations of fraud and duty evasion by foreign competitors. The intent of this provision and trade law is to improve CBP\u2019s ability to fully investigate allegations of evasion to prevent further injury that is a result of unfair trade practices by foreign competitors.\u00a0  \n\t\u00a0  \n\tForeign competitors, such as China, use increasingly deceptive and fraudulent tactics to evade appropriate duties as their steel products enter the U.S. market. We are aware of the recent investigation of the alleged duty evasion of Circular Welded Carbon Quality Steel Pipe (CWP) from China and are concerned about the CBP\u2019s non-initiation determination and what this will mean for U.S. steel pipe producers and the communities that they serve. As noted in the claim, it was alleged that over $80 million in duties were not collected and further, these CWP imports prevented an opportunity for U.S. steel pipe producers to serve valued customers. We are concerned that the result of this decision may deter other parties from filing EAPA claims as a way to seek trade remedy relief.\u00a0  \n\t\u00a0  \n\tTherefore, we implore you to fully utilize all the enforcement and monitoring tools provided under this new trade law to ensure that all imported products covered by AD/CVD duties are entered in compliance of current law. This is essential to ensure that American companies and workers receive the full benefits of this important law. We are concerned that failure to aggressively investigate and initiate allegations of trade cheats will incite foreign competitors to continue to evade our trade laws and deter domestic producers from filing evasion claims.\u00a0  \n\t\u00a0  \n\tWe appreciate your attention to this critical matter and look forward to working with you to ensure that the American steel industry and steelworkers are afforded every opportunity under U.S. laws to compete on a level playing field.\nSincerely,\nRep. Tim Murphy (R-PA)  \n\tChairman, Congressional Steel Caucus\nRep. Peter J. Visclosky (D-IN)  \n\tVice-Chairman, Congressional Steel Caucus\nRep. Scott Tipton (R-CO)  \n\tRep. Walter B. Jones (R-NC)  \n\tRep. Daniel Lipinski (D-IL)  \n\tRep. Tim Ryan (D-OH)  \n\tRep. David B. McKinley, P.E. (R-WV)  \n\tRep. Mike Doyle (D-PA)  \n\tRep. Gene Green (D-TX)\u00a0  \n\tRep. James P. McGovern (D-MA)  \n\tRep. Richard M. Nolan (D-MN)  \n\tRep. Pete Aguilar (R-CA)  \n\tRep. Todd Rokita (R-IN)  \n\tRep. Mike Bost (R-IL)  \n\tRep. Rick Crawford (R-AR)  \n\tRep. Brian Higgins (D-NY)  \n\tRep. Bill \u00a0Johnson (R-OH)  \n\tRep. Marcy Kaptur (R-OH)  \n\tRep. Betty McCollum (D-MN)  \n\tRep. David P. Joyce (R-OH)  \n\tRep. Mo Brooks (R-AL)  \n\tRep. Bradley Byrne (R-AL)  \n\tRep. Dave Loebsack (D-IA)\u00a0  \n\tRep. Keith Rothfus (R-PA)  \n\tRep. Lou Barletta (R-PA)\u00a0  \n\tRep. Robin L. Kelly (D-IL)  \n\tRep. Steve Chabot (R-OH)  \n\tRep. Rodney Davis (R-IL)  \n\tRep. Bob Gibbs (R-OH)  \n\tRep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL)\u00a0  \n\tRep. Rosa L. DeLauro (D-CT)  \n\tRep. Patrick Meehan (R-PA)  \n\tRep. Terri A. Sewell (D-AL)  \n\tRep. Mark Pocan (D-WI)  \n\tRep. Tom Marino (R-PA)  \n\tRep. Michael R. Turner (R-OH)  \n\tRep. John Garamendi (D-CA)  \n\tRep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI)  \n\tRep. Pat Tiberi (R-OH)  \n\tRep. Mike Kelly (R-PA)  \n\tRep. Jackie Walorski (R-IN)  \n\tRep. Glenn 'GT' Thompson (R-PA)\u00a0  \n\tRep. Robert A. Aderholt (R-AL)\u00a0\nSteel Caucus Letter to Customs 11.28.16.pdf\n\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/donnelly-opposes-prices-nomination-for-hhs", "Donnelly Opposes Price’s Nomination for HHS", "2016-11-29", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Opposes Price\u2019s Nomination for HHS\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                    By:\u00a0\r\n                    Brandon Smith\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Tuesday, November 29, 2016\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            Indiana\u00a0Democratic Sen. Joe Donnelly says he will oppose President-elect Donald Trump\u2019s pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.\r\nTrump named Georgia Rep. Tom Price as his choice to become HHS Secretary. Price, an outspoken opponent of the Affordable Care Act, has also been part of the House Republican effort to reform Medicare.\r\nDonnelly says Price has \u201cled the charge to privatize Medicare,\u201d a position the Hoosier Democrat strongly opposes. Last week, Donnelly released a\u00a0video discussing his opposition\u00a0to certain Medicare reforms \u2014 including those Price supports.\r\n\u201cI have opposed efforts to private Medicare in the past and I will oppose any effort to privatize Medicare or turn it into a voucher program in the future,\u201d Donnelly says.\r\nDonnelly says he\u2019ll work to improve health care access, but calls Price\u2019s nomination a \u201cdirect path to end Medicare as we know it.\u201d\r\nPrice\u2019s nomination is the first Trump cabinet appointment that Donnelly has publicly declared to oppose or support.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-carrier-news-to-keep-hundreds-of-jobs-in-indiana", "Donnelly Statement on Carrier News to Keep Hundreds of Jobs in Indiana", "2016-11-29", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Statement on Carrier News to Keep Hundreds of Jobs in Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, November 29, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement about the news that Carrier plans to keep hundreds of jobs in Indiana.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cThis is welcome news for the Hoosier workers who will keep their jobs, and I'm eager to learn the specific details of the agreement.\u00a0For many months I have been fighting alongside the Carrier workers and pushing to keep these jobs in Indiana. While this is good news, in Indiana alone, there are at least two other companies currently planning to move Hoosier jobs out of the country. We need to change our laws to encourage companies to grow here at home. I hope President-elect Trump will work with me toward this goal, so that companies will invest in the foundation of our economy: our workers and our communities.\u201d\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-to-oppose-price-nomination", "Donnelly Announces He Will Oppose Nomination of Tom Price for HHS Secretary, Cites Medicare Privatization", "2016-11-29", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Announces He Will Oppose Nomination of Tom Price for HHS Secretary, Cites Medicare Privatization\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator has been staunch supporter of Medicare and vocal opponent of efforts to end Medicare as we know it \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, November 29, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced that he will vote against Congressman Tom Price, a leader in pushing for Medicare privatization, who has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. Price, the current House Budget Committee Chairman, was an architect of the Republican budget that would end the Medicare guarantee to seniors and transform it into a voucher program. In addition he has helped lead discussions on overhauling and privatizing Medicare and has said it is a top priority.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cTom Price has led the charge to privatize Medicare, and for this reason, I cannot support his nomination. I am ready to work with anyone who wants to improve access to quality health care for Hoosier families and seniors, but the nomination of Tom Price would put us on a direct path to end Medicare as we know it, which would raise health care costs and break a fundamental promise to seniors. I have fought to protect Medicare, and I will continue to oppose efforts to privatize Medicare or turn it into a voucher program.\u201d\r\nLast week Donnelly reiterated his commitment to Medicare and his opposition to privatizing Medicare, saying in part in a video message, \u201cLet me say unequivocally to you now: I have fought to protect Medicare for this generation and for future generations. I have opposed efforts to privatize Medicare in the past, and I will oppose any effort to privatize Medicare or turn it into a voucher program in the future. If my colleagues have pragmatic ideas that strengthen Medicare, reduce the costs of care, crack down on waste, fraud and abuse, count me in, but if they want to phase out Medicare, or privatize the system, count me out.\u201d\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-congress-must-pass-necessary-emergency-funding-to-address-opioid-abuse-and-heroin-use-epidemics", "Donnelly: Congress Must Pass Necessary, Emergency Funding to Address Opioid Abuse and Heroin Use Epidemics", "2016-11-23", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: Congress Must Pass Necessary, Emergency Funding to Address Opioid Abuse and Heroin Use Epidemics\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator helped the Senate pass Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act that is now law and has repeatedly pushed for funding to address public health crisis\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, November 23, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly is calling for the Senate to pass necessary, emergency funding to address the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics before the end of the year. Donnelly and Senators Tammy Baldwin, Jeanne Shaheen, and Edward J. Markey sent a letter to Senate leadership late yesterday, pushing for passage of funding through the bipartisan 21st Century Cures Act that is expected to be considered for passage in the coming weeks. Donnelly helped the Senate pass the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA), which became law in July, to combat the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics. While CARA is an important step, Donnelly repeatedly has said it\u2019s necessary to fund programs and initiatives to address this public health crisis \u2014 and to date, Congress has not provided sufficient funding to implement this new law.\r\nDonnelly and the Senators said, in part, \u201cSubstance use, misuse, and use disorders are national problems that continue to cripple our communities. Our law enforcement, health care system, families, and states simply cannot tackle the problem alone and without necessary resources. As the end of the year fast approaches, it is past time for Republicans and Democrats to come together to provide emergency funding and increase investments in prevention and treatment services for opioid use, misuse, and use disorders\u2026We urge you to act immediately to ensure that Congress fulfills its commitment to the American people by providing adequate resources to help quell this epidemic.\u201d\r\nSeveral of Donnelly\u2019s bipartisan provisions became law in 2016 as part of CARA. His provisions were adopted from his bipartisan legislation to update best prescribing practices for pain management and raise public awareness, as well as a bipartisan provision he authored that encourages first responder units to connect individuals who receive naloxone with treatment and other necessary services. CARA also includes tools to prevent drug addiction and expands access to treatment and support for individuals in recovery.\r\nIn September, Donnelly helped the Senate pass short-term legislation to keep the government running, and it included $37 million in new funding to begin implementation of CARA. These funds are helping jumpstart four grant programs in CARA focused on prevention, treatment, and recovery. As the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics continues to devastate communities in Indiana and across our country, Donnelly has continued to advocate for additional funding to confront this public health emergency.\r\nTo read Donnelly and his colleague\u2019s letter, click here or see below.\r\n\r\nNovember 22, 2016\r\nThe Honorable Mitch McConnell \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\r\nMajority Leader, U.S. Senate\r\nThe Capitol Building\r\nWashington, DC 20004\r\n\r\nThe Honorable Harry Reid\r\nMinority Leader, U.S. Senate\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\r\nThe Capitol Building\r\nWashington, DC 20004\r\n\r\nDear Majority Leader McConnell and Minority Leader Reid,\r\nAs the 114th Congress comes to a close and the Senate looks to complete its work for the year, our country\u2019s opioid epidemic continues to worsen at an alarming rate. It is now time to follow through on recent efforts to address the epidemic by providing the necessary funding to help our communities combat this crisis. It is our responsibility to all Americans to provide immediate funding to address the opioid epidemic before the end of the year.\r\nIn July, Congress passed the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) that authorizes important new programs for states and local organizations to address substance use, misuse and use disorders. The legislation expanded access to medication-assisted treatment, provided new resources to strengthen state Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs, and improve the availability of the overdose reversal drug naloxone. However, Congress has still not provided sufficient funding to implement this new law. In the face of this national crisis it is critical for us to come together as a governing body to make progress on this in order to help those suffering on the front lines of addiction.\r\nCongress has debated two proposals to provide needed investments to increase access to prevention, treatment, and recovery services related to opioid use, misuse, and use disorders. Senator Shaheen\u2019s Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act (S.2423) would immediately commit $600 million in emergency funding to support the work of our first responders, health care providers, and law enforcement as they continue to fight this crisis on the ground. Earlier this year during the CARA debate, this measure received bipartisan support.\r\nSecond, the Expanded Access to Treatment and Recovery Act (S.3223), which would provide $920 million over two years to support state efforts to expand treatment capacity and make services more affordable. We stand ready to come together to help foster broader bipartisan support for approving funding to address the opioid epidemic. The President-elect has also noted his desire to address this issue. For that reason, we are calling on you to include substantial funding to combat the opioid epidemic in the 21st Century Cures Act that is being considered for passage during the Lame Duck session.\r\nThis epidemic knows no political party. Substance use, misuse, and use disorders are national problems that continue to cripple our communities. Our law enforcement, health care system, families, and states simply cannot tackle the problem alone and without necessary resources. As the end of the year fast approaches, it is past time for Republicans and Democrats to come together to provide emergency funding and increase investments in prevention and treatment services for opioid use, misuse, and use disorders. Until we do, our job is not done and our communities will continue to hurt. We urge you to act immediately to ensure that Congress fulfills its commitment to the American people by providing adequate resources to help quell this epidemic in the 21st Century Cures Act.\u00a0 We stand ready and look forward to working with you to swiftly achieve this goal.\r\nSincerely,\r\nU.S. Senator Joe Donnelly\r\nU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin\r\nU.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen\r\nU.S. Senator Edward J. Markey", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-calls-for-passage-of-miners-protection-act-before-end-of-year", "Donnelly Calls for Passage of Miners Protection Act Before End of Year", "2016-11-22", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Calls for Passage of Miners Protection Act Before End of Year\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator continues push to ensure retired Hoosier miners receive pension and health care benefits they earned\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, November 22, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly and a bipartisan group of Senators sent a letter late yesterday to leaders in the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives calling for consideration and passage of the Miners Protection Act before the end of the year. The bipartisan\u00a0Miners Protection Act, which Donnelly has continuously supported, would protect the health and pension benefits of thousands of American miners, including more than 4,500 retired Hoosier miners. Without action, their benefits are at risk.\r\nThe letter said, in part, \u201cThis bill is simple \u2013 it is the continuation of a longstanding commitment by our government to lifetime health and retirement benefits for our miners\u2026 The Miners Protection Act is a responsible, bipartisan solution to an immediate problem\u2026 We strongly encourage you to pass the Miners Protection Act of 2016 (S. 1714) by the end of this year.\u201d\r\nTo read the full letter, click here, or see below.\r\nNovember 21, 2016\r\nThe Honorable Paul Ryan\r\nSpeaker\r\nU.S. House of Representatives\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\r\nThe Honorable Mitch McConnell   Majority Leader   United States Senate\r\nThe Honorable Harry Reid\r\nDemocratic Leader\r\nUnited States Senate\r\nThe Honorable Nancy Pelosi    Democratic Leader    U.S. House of Representatives \r\nDear Senator McConnell, Senator Reid, Speaker Ryan and Representative Pelosi:\r\nDuring the month of October, approximately 12,500 of our nation\u2019s retired coal miners received notices informing them that their healthcare benefits will be terminated at the end of this year.\u00a0The funding provided for Patriot Retirees Voluntary Employee\u2019s Beneficiary Association (Patriot VEBA) will be exhausted by December 31, 2016, leaving these miners and their families without the essential healthcare benefits they earned through a lifetime of hard work.\u00a0 On November 1st, another 3,600 miners began to receive notices.\u00a0 And next year, 6,500 more will suffer the same fate.\u00a0 Additionally, the pension fund that these miners and their widows rely on for life\u2019s basic necessities will reach the point of no return shortly thereafter.\u00a0 Therefore, we ask that you pass the Miners Protection Act of 2016 (S. 1714) by the end of this year.\u00a0\r\nIn March of this year, the Miners Protection Act was the subject of a legislative hearing before the Senate Committee on Finance.\u00a0 On September 21st, S. 1714 was approved by the Committee with a strong bipartisan vote of 18 to 8.\u00a0 We worked closely with our colleagues to ensure that the bill was fully offset and that no funding was diverted away from either abandoned mine reclamation efforts or annual payments to certified states.\r\nThis bill is simple \u2013 it is the continuation of a longstanding commitment by our government to lifetime health and retirement benefits for our miners.\u00a0 The Krug-Lewis Agreement was signed in 1946 at the White House in front of President Truman by UMWA president John L. Lewis and Secretary of the Interior Julius Krug.\u00a0 This agreement ended a government seizure of the nation\u2019s coal industry after a widespread strike by coal miners.\r\nWhile the agreement itself was not drafted in perpetuity, Congress essentially codified the promises made in that agreement by subsequently passing the Coal Act.\u00a0 The Coal Act and its 2006 amendments re-committed the government to the health and retirement security of our nation\u2019s miners and their families.\u00a0 In fact, prior to passage of the 1992 Coal Act, the Dole Commission (appointed by President George H.W. Bush) issued a report stating that, \u201cThe UMWA Health and Retirement Funds is as much a creature of government as it is of collective bargaining. There is a line running from the original Boone Report to the present system. In a way, the original Krug-Lewis agreement predisposed, if not predetermined, the system that evolved.\u201d\r\nThe Miners Protection Act is a responsible, bipartisan solution to an immediate problem that is fully offset and has gone through regular order.\u00a0 We strongly encourage you to pass the Miners Protection Act of 2016 (S. 1714) by the end of this year.\r\nSincerely\r\nU.S. Senator Joe Donnelly (D-IN)\r\nU.S. Senator Joe Manchin III (D-WV)\r\nU.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV)\r\nU.S. Senator Robert P. Casey Jr. (D-PA)\r\nU.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH)\r\nU.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA)\r\nU.S. Senator Mark R. Warner (D-VA)\r\nU.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR)\r\nU.S. Senator Al Franken (D-MN)\r\nU.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA)\r\nU.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN)\r\nU.S. Senator Bill Nelson (D-FL)\r\nU.S. Senator Richard Burr (R-NC)\r\nU.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-OH)\r\nU.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-IL)\r\nU.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK)\r\nU.S. Senator Bernard Sanders (I-VT)\r\nU.S. Senator Richard J. Durbin (D-IL)\r\nU.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ)\r\nU.S. Senator James E. Risch (R-ID)\r\nU.S. Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA)\r\nU.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS)\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/sen-donnelly-opposes-effort-to-privatize-medicare", "Sen. Donnelly Opposes Effort to Privatize Medicare", "2016-11-21", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Evansville, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t123 NW 4th Street, Suite 417\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEvansville, IN 47708\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (812) 425-5813\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (812) 425-5817 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFort Wayne, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 203 E. Berry Street, Suite 702 B\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Fort Wayne, IN 46802\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (260) 420-4955\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (260) 420-4930\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHammond, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5400 Federal Plaza, Suite 3200\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Hammond, IN 46320\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (219)-852-0089\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (219)-852-0729\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIndianapolis, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t115 N. Pennsylvania Street Suite 100\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIndianapolis, IN 46204\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (317) 226-5555\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (855) 772-7518\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJeffersonville, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t702 North Shore Drive, Suite LL-101\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJeffersonville, IN 47130\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (812)-284-2027\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (812)-284-2044\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSouth Bend, Indiana\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t205 West Colfax Avenue\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSouth Bend, IN 46601\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (574)-288-2780\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (574)-234-7476\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWASHINGTON, D.C.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t720 Hart Senate Office Building\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWashington, D.C. 20510\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tp: (202) 224-4814\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tf: (202) 224-5011\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Directions", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-i-will-oppose-any-effort-to-privatize-medicare", "Donnelly: ‘I Will Oppose Any Effort to Privatize Medicare’", "2016-11-21", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: \u2018I Will Oppose Any Effort to Privatize Medicare\u2019\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tAs concerning discussions are under way in Congress, Senator says he will not support privatizing Medicare or turning it into a voucher program\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMonday, November 21, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tSouth Bend, Ind. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced that he will oppose any effort to privatize Medicare, as discussions already are under way by some in Congress to privatize Medicare. More than 1.1 million Hoosiers are enrolled in Medicare. To watch Donnelly\u2019s video announcement, click here.\r\n\r\nClick here to watch Senator Donnelly\u2019s video statement.\u00a0\r\nDonnelly, said in part in a video message, \u201cLet me say unequivocally to you now: I have fought to protect Medicare for this generation and for future generations. I have opposed efforts to privatize Medicare in the past, and I will oppose any effort to privatize Medicare or turn it into a voucher program in the future. If my colleagues have pragmatic ideas that strengthen Medicare, reduce the costs of care, crack down on waste, fraud and abuse, count me in, but if they want to phase out Medicare, or privatize the system, count me out.\u201d\r\nDonnelly is hopeful there will be opportunities for bipartisan cooperation in the new year on commonsense policies to help Hoosier families, but he vowed to stop any effort to undermine the Medicare guarantee for seniors.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-hogsett-press-rexnord-ceo-to-support-taa-benefits-for-workers-and-to-return-tax-incentives", "Donnelly, Hogsett Press Rexnord CEO to Support TAA Benefits for Workers and to Return Tax Incentives", "2016-11-17", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly, Hogsett Press Rexnord CEO to Support TAA Benefits for Workers and to Return Tax Incentives\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, November 17, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2013 During a phone call today with Rexnord Corporation President and CEO Todd Adams, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly and Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett asked if the company would reconsider its decision to move its Indianapolis manufacturing operations to Mexico, which will impact as many as 350 Hoosier workers. Adams, who is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was unwilling to reconsider. The call came after Rexnord had declined to speak with Donnelly for more than a month and following Hogsett\u2019s offer to fly to Wisconsin in an effort to discuss the company\u2019s plans to ship Hoosier jobs to Mexico.\r\nIn the wake of Rexnord refusing to reconsider its decision, Donnelly and Hogsett encouraged Adams to make every possible accommodation to support workers who will lose their jobs. In addition, Donnelly pressed for Rexnord to support any application by the workers for federal benefits (Trade Adjustment Assistance) and Hogsett emphasized his intention to use every available tool to claw back local tax incentives.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cToday\u2019s call with the Rexnord CEO confirms that the company is chasing cheap wages in Mexico. When corporations make decisions like this, Hoosier families and our communities pay the price. I am committed to doing everything possible to support the Hoosier workers impacted by Rexnord\u2019s decision and that includes supporting efforts to obtain federal benefits that help workers find new jobs or get skills training. \u00a0I also will support efforts by the City of Indianapolis to claw back tax incentives.\u201d\r\nHogsett said, \u201cFor years, Indianapolis and hundreds of hardworking families have invested in Rexnord to sustain and grow its local workforce. Despite every offer I have made and the good-faith efforts of its employees, Rexnord has decided they would rather pursue blind profit than invest in Indianapolis. I made clear to Rexnord\u2019s CEO today that they couldn\u2019t be more wrong. In a competitive global marketplace, Rexnord is making an ill-advised decision to cast aside the quality, productivity and experience of their long-time, dedicated Indianapolis employees to chase cheap labor.\u201d\r\nSince Rexnord\u2019s initial announcement, Mayor Hogsett has vowed to aid employees and their families while addressing the broader economic impact of the closure for the city. This includes a partnership with Pete the Planner\u00ae that will provide workers resources to begin planning for their financial future and support services from community partners including EmployIndy, IUPUI, Vincennes University and a number of local non-profit groups.\u00a0 In addition, the City has secured a federal grant which will hire a full-time Economic Recovery Coordinator, charged with identifying employment opportunities for those impacted by the closure of manufacturing facilities.\r\nDonnelly has consistently pushed for policies that invest in our workers, strengthen the middle class, and promote the American economy. In May,\u00a0Donnelly released a white paper and proposed a series of policy recommendations intended to prevent and discourage\u00a0the further offshoring of Hoosier and American jobs. The recommendations were sent to the Senate Finance Committee for consideration. The proposals would penalize those that offshore jobs to foreign countries and reward companies that invest in the U.S.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/indy-ranks-in-top-ten-for-volunteerism", "Indy Ranks in Top Ten for Volunteerism", "2016-11-15", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Indianapolis, IN - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) along with Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett, congratulated Indianapolis for having the 10th highest volunteer rate in the nation. In a report released this morning by the Corporation for National and Community Service, Indianapolis ranked 10th among the 51 largest cities across the country for volunteerism.\n\u201cI am fortunate to come from Indiana where a sense of community is the norm,\u201d said Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson. \u201cI am proud of my fellow Hoosiers who, time and again, have demonstrated their willingness to put their skills and experience to good use in improving our neighborhoods and communities.\u201d\nThe report finds residents in Indy volunteered 38.9 million hours equaling an estimated economic impact of $795 million dollars in 2015.\u00a0\n\u201cIndianapolis is blessed to have incredible non-profit, faith-based and community organizations. Yet the work they do wouldn\u2019t be possible without the thousands of volunteer hours our residents pledge to these groups each year,\u201d said Indianapolis Mayor, Joe Hogsett. \u201cWe are honored to have our hard work recognized nationally and will continue to celebrate our community\u2019s dedication to making Indianapolis a great place for all.\u201d\nThe annual report is produced through a partnership with the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and provides a comprehensive collection of information on volunteering and civic engagement with detailed data for all 50 states and nearly 200 cities. Current data was obtained during 2015.\nFor a link to the report click here\nTo find out more about local volunteer opportunities in Indiana visit: http://www.in.gov/serveindiana/volunteer/", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/indy-ranks-top-ten-volunteerism", "Indy Ranks in Top Ten for Volunteerism", "2016-11-15", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Indianapolis, IN - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) along with Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett, congratulated Indianapolis for having the 10th highest volunteer rate in the nation. In a report released this morning by the Corporation for National and Community Service, Indianapolis ranked 10th among the 51 largest cities across the country for volunteerism.\n\n\u201cI am fortunate to come from Indiana where a sense of community is the norm,\u201d said Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson. \u201cI am proud of my fellow Hoosiers who, time and again, have demonstrated their willingness to put their skills and experience to good use in improving our neighborhoods and communities.\u201d\n\nThe report finds residents in Indy volunteered 38.9 million hours equaling an estimated economic impact of $795 million dollars in 2015.\n\n\u201cIndianapolis is blessed to have incredible non-profit, faith-based and community organizations. Yet the work they do wouldn\u2019t be possible without the thousands of volunteer hours our residents pledge to these groups each year,\u201d said Indianapolis Mayor, Joe Hogsett. \u201cWe are honored to have our hard work recognized nationally and will continue to celebrate our community\u2019s dedication to making Indianapolis a great place for all.\u201d\n\nThe annual report is produced through a partnership with the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and provides a comprehensive collection of information on volunteering and civic engagement with detailed data for all 50 states and nearly 200 cities. Current data was obtained during 2015.\n\nFor a link to the report click here", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T21:07:19Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-federal-grant-to-help-homeless-hoosier-veterans-in-lake-county", "Donnelly Announces Federal Grant to Help Homeless Hoosier Veterans in Lake County", "2016-11-15", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Announces Federal Grant to Help Homeless Hoosier Veterans in Lake County\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator supported grant application; funds will assist in housing, case management, and clinical services\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, November 15, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced that the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority has received a $362,700 federal grant to support rental assistance for homeless veterans in Lake County, enough to aid 75 Hoosier veterans. In addition to housing assistance, the grants will be used to connect veterans with health care, mental health services, and case management assistance. Donnelly wrote a letter to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) supporting the application.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cNo one who has served our country in uniform should be forced to live on the street; they deserve better. This federal grant will mean assistance for homeless Hoosier veterans in Lake County, so that they have a roof over their head and access to health care and mental health services.\u201d\r\nJacob Sipe, Executive Director of the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA), said, \u201cWe are pleased by the news that the application we submitted for project-based HUD-VASH vouchers has received funding,\u201d said. \u201cThis funding allows us to provide 75 homeless Hoosier veterans in Lake County with rental assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. With the HUD-VASH voucher, veterans will receive additional support, including case management and clinical services, provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).\u201d\r\nThe grant came from HUD and its Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) program, which provides rental assistance to homeless veterans along with support services. This funding will provide access for homeless veterans in affordable housing units near the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care center in Lake County reducing the barriers these veterans currently face in trying to access care.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-boozman-urge-senate-to-approve-location-of-national-desert-storm-war-memorial", "Donnelly, Boozman Urge Senate to Approve Location of National Desert Storm War Memorial", "2016-11-15", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly, Boozman Urge Senate to Approve Location of National Desert Storm War Memorial\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, November 15, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and John Boozman (R-AR) continued their commitment to ensure veterans of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm are honored with a national memorial in Washington, D.C. by introducing a joint resolution to approve the location of the National Desert Storm War Memorial on a prominent area near the National Mall and other war memorials.\r\nDonnelly, member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said,\u00a0\u201cI am proud to partner with Senator Boozman on bipartisan legislation to make the Gulf War Memorial in Washington, D.C., a reality, where it will stand alongside other tributes to our nation\u2019s great history.\u00a0It will honor those men and women who served our nation in Operation Desert Storm and Operation Desert Shield, and those we lost, preserving their memories for future generations of Americans.\u201d\r\nBoozman said, \u201cHonoring the men and women who served in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm with a dedicated memorial in an important place in our nation\u2019s capital shows the respect and appreciation for those who fought to defend freedom in the Gulf War. I encourage my colleagues to recognize and honor these men and women by approving the location of the future memorial.\u201d\r\nDonnelly and Boozman introduced the National Desert Storm and Desert Shield War Memorial Act, to authorize establishment of a National Desert Shield and Desert Storm War Memorial on federal lands within the District of Columbia in 2013. The bill was included in the National Defense Authorization Act and signed into law in December 2014.\r\nSecretary of Interior Sally Jewell approved the location of the monument in August. Congress has 150 days to accept this recommendation.\r\nThe joint resolution is cosponsored by Senators Kelly Ayotte (R-NH), Richard Burr (R-NC), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Orrin Hatch (R-UT), Jim Inhofe (R-OK), Angus King (I-ME), Mark Kirk (R-IL), Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Roger Wicker (R-MS).\r\nNo federal funds will be spent to build this memorial. All funds will be raised privately by the National Desert Storm War Memorial Association.\r\nScott Stump, CEO and President of the National Desert Storm War Memorial, said, \"Our sincere thanks and appreciation go out to Senators Boozman and Donnelly for introducing this critical piece of legislation which is so vital to our mission of constructing the National Desert Storm War Memorial. Passage of this bill will ensure that the memorial will take its place in a prominent and highly visible location and help\u00a0honor those who served and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for all\u00a0eternity.\"\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-rexnord-decision-to-ship-hoosier-jobs-to-mexico", "Donnelly Statement on Rexnord Decision to Ship Hoosier Jobs to Mexico", "2016-11-14", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Statement on Rexnord Decision to Ship Hoosier Jobs to Mexico\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMonday, November 14, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement after Rexnord formally announced it plans to move its Indianapolis manufacturing operations to Mexico, firing 350 Hoosier employees in the process. Last week, Donnelly called on Rexnord to come clean and explain its proposed plan after the company\u2019s CEO declined to speak with Senator Donnelly for over a month.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cThis news is extremely disappointing, particularly for the hard-working Hoosier families whose lives will be upended. I stand with these workers and am ready to help them however possible as they try to provide for their families. If Rexnord is going to upend the lives of\u00a0hundreds of Hoosier families, the least they can do is come clean about chasing cheap wages abroad.\u201d\r\nAfter Rexnord announced almost a month ago that it had \u201ctentatively\u201d decided to move its Indianapolis operation to Mexico, Donnelly said\u00a0he was looking for an explanation from Rexnord about its plans.\r\nDonnelly has pushed for policies that invest in our workers, strengthen the middle class, and promote the American economy. In May,\u00a0Donnelly released a white paper and proposed a series of policy recommendations intended to prevent and discourage\u00a0the further offshoring of Hoosier and American jobs. The recommendations were sent to the Senate Finance Committee for consideration. The proposals would penalize those that offshore jobs to foreign countries and reward companies that invest in the U.S.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-veterans-provide-update-on-bipartisan-effort-to-build-gulf-war-memorial", "Donnelly, Veterans Provide Update on Bipartisan Effort to Build Gulf War Memorial", "2016-11-14", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly, Veterans Provide Update on Bipartisan Effort to Build Gulf War Memorial\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator got legislation signed into law authorizing construction of the National Desert Storm and Desert Shield War Memorial\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMonday, November 14, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2014 Today, at the Indiana War Memorial, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced his bipartisan effort to establish the National Desert Storm and Desert Shield War Memorial in Washington, D.C. In the announcement, Donnelly was joined by Scott Stump, President and CEO of the National Desert Storm War Memorial Association; Christine Jensen, an Indianapolis resident and former President of the Indiana chapter of Gold Star Mothers, who lost her son Army Specialist Brian Simpson in Operation Desert Storm; Kent Shively, a Kokomo resident, who serves as Vice Chair of the National Desert Storm War Memorial Association; and former Mayor of Indianapolis Greg Ballard, who served as a U.S. Marine in the Gulf War.\r\nDonnelly, member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said, \u201cI am proud to help make the Gulf War Memorial a reality.\u00a0The men and women who served our nation in Operation Desert Storm and Operation Desert Shield, and those we lost, deserve to be recognized for their service and sacrifice. Bringing the Gulf War Memorial to our nation\u2019s capital will ensure that their memories are preserved for our children and grandchildren, as well as future generations of Americans.\"\r\n\r\nTop L-R: Donnelly speaks about Gulf War Memorial; Donnelly with Marcus Miller of Ft. Wayne and family, son of James Miller who was killed in action in the Gulf War.\r\nBottom L-R: Donnelly with Scott Stump, Christine Jensen, Marcus Miller and family, and Kent Shively; Donnelly speaking about Gulf War Memorial.\r\nFor HD photos, click here.\r\nScott C. Stump, President and CEO of the National Desert Storm War Memorial Association, said,\u00a0\u201cFor years I have been working for six years to get a National Desert Storm War Memorial built in Washington, D.C. As a Gulf War veteran, I believe we must honor the service of the over 600,000 Americans\u00a0who served in Operation Desert Storm and Operation Desert Shield, and pay tribute to those who gave their lives. We are so very thankful for Senator Donnelly and Senator Boozman\u2019s leadership and bipartisan efforts to ensure this memorial is built. We are forever grateful to Senator Donnelly for his unwavering support and belief in the National Desert Storm War Memorial.\u201d\r\nChristine Jensen, a Gold Star mother and former President of the Indiana chapter of Gold Star Mothers whose son Brian Simpson was killed in Operation Desert Storm, said, \u201cReally, this memorial means a lot so that people don\u2019t forget. (My son Brian) was twenty-two years old, he left behind a nineteen-year old widow\u2026I think that is what the memorial is about, to help everyone remember what happened and how many people we lost.\u200e\u201d\r\nIn 2014, Donnelly and Senator John Boozman (R-AR) passed bipartisan legislation to authorize the Memorial as part of that year\u2019s national defense bill, which was signed into law on December 22, 2014. Donnelly and Boozman will soon introduce bipartisan legislation allowing the Memorial to be built in Washington, D.C. No federal funds will be used for construction of the memorial.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-visits-st-joseph-county-health-care-center-construction-site", "Donnelly Visits St. Joseph County Health Care Center Construction Site", "2016-11-11", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Visits St. Joseph County Health Care Center Construction Site\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator receives update on facility he helped make a reality, sends letter to VA and Transpo to ensure they work together on providing transportation for local veterans to new center\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, November 11, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tMishawaka, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly yesterday visited the construction site of the future St. Joseph County Health Care Center. Donnelly toured the site as construction continues and spoke with the leadership of the VA\u2019s Northern Indiana Health Care System (VANIHCS) to get an update on the facility, which is scheduled to open in September 2017. Donnelly has worked to make the St. Joseph County Health Center a reality since he started serving in the House of Representatives in 2007.\r\nDonnelly, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said, \u201cI have worked for nearly a decade to make the St. Joseph County Health Care Center a reality, and I wanted to see firsthand the progress being made. This facility will give veterans across north central Indiana expanded options to receive the quality health care they earned through their service to our nation.\u201d\r\n\r\nSenator Donnelly at the St. Joseph County Health Care Center site today.\r\nDonnelly also sent a letter Thursday to Transpo and the VA of Northern Indiana Health Care System asking that they work together to ensure that South Bend and Mishawaka-area veterans are able to access reliable public transportation to the new Health Care Center when it opens in 2017. The Center is expected to create 150 permanent jobs.\r\nBackground on Donnelly\u2019s work on the St. Joseph County Health Care Center:\r\n \r\nIn 2007, while serving in the U.S. House of Representatives, Donnelly first asked the VA to evaluate the services provided to South Bend area veterans and provide data to better understand how often, how far, and for what services local Hoosier veterans must travel to receive health care.\r\nDonnelly held roundtables and meetings with veterans, advocates, and community leaders\u00a0to discuss expanding veterans\u2019 services in St. Joseph County.\r\nIn 2009, Donnelly and then-VA Secretary Eric Shinseki announced approval of the St. Joseph County Health Care Center.\r\nDonnelly worked with his colleagues, Republican and Democratic, to secure congressional authorization and funding for the center, and then worked with the VA to open an interim health care center in South Bend in 2012.\r\nDonnelly participated in the groundbreaking for the Health Care Center in 2015.\r\n \r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-honors-veterans-in-advance-of-veterans-day-", "Donnelly Honors Veterans in Advance of Veterans Day", "2016-11-10", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Honors Veterans in Advance of Veterans Day \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, November 10, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2013 In advance of Veterans Day on Friday, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, today released the following video message thanking veterans and servicemembers for their dedication to our country.\r\n\r\nWatch Senator Donnelly\u2019s remarks here.\r\nDonnelly, who serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee, said, \u201cI want to take a moment to thank the brave men and women who have served in our Armed Forces and the loving families who support them. I urge you to take a moment to let the veterans in your life know how much we appreciate their service and sacrifice. We owe our deepest gratitude to the nearly 500,000 veterans who call Indiana home and have served our country in every conflict dating from World War II. These veterans exemplify Hoosier values through their dedication to our country and our communities.\u00a0Today, as Americans, we honor our nation\u2019s veterans and their families, express our gratitude for all they have done, and recommit ourselves to providing them with the support they deserve.\u201d\r\nFor information on how Donnelly\u2019s office can be of service to a veteran in need of assistance with the VA or another federal agency, please visit https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/help/veterans-resources.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-rexnord-should-come-clean-explain-proposed-plans-to-ship-hoosier-jobs-to-mexico", "Donnelly: Rexnord Should Come Clean, Explain Proposed Plans to Ship Hoosier Jobs to Mexico", "2016-11-10", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: Rexnord Should Come Clean, Explain Proposed Plans to Ship Hoosier Jobs to Mexico\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator has pushed for explanation from company\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, November 10, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement, after Rexnord has declined to discuss its proposed plans to relocate its Indianapolis manufacturing operations to Mexico, impacting approximately 350 Hoosier families. Donnelly has repeatedly tried to set up a phone call with the Milwaukee-based CEO of Rexnord, and to date, the company has been unwilling to facilitate a conversation about why it is considering sending Hoosier jobs to Mexico.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cFor nearly a month, I\u2019ve been trying to better understand Rexnord\u2019s \u2018tentative\u2019 plan to outsource good-paying Hoosier jobs.\u00a0 Just like Carrier, Rexnord has refused to provide clear answers. While I understand Rexnord is in discussions with union officials, if a company plans to upend the lives of\u00a0hundreds of families, the least it can do is be upfront about its desire to chase cheap wages.\u201d\r\nAfter Rexnord announced almost a month ago that it \u201ctentatively\u201d decided to move its Indianapolis operation to Mexico, Donnelly said he was looking for an explanation from Rexnord about its plans.\r\nDonnelly has pushed for policies that invest in our workers, strengthen the middle class, and promote the American economy. In May, Donnelly released a white paper and proposed a series of policy recommendations intended to prevent and discourage the further offshoring of Hoosier and American jobs. The proposals would penalize those that offshore jobs to foreign countries and reward companies that invest in the U.S.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/icymi-donnelly-recognized-as-4th-most-bipartisan-member-of-congress", "ICYMI: Donnelly Recognized as 4th Most Bipartisan Member of Congress", "2016-11-02", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "ICYMI: Donnelly Recognized as 4th Most Bipartisan Member of Congress\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tDonnelly the most bipartisan Democrat in all of Congress, 2nd most bipartisan Senator according to Lugar Center Index\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, November 2, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly has been recognized as the fourth most bipartisan member of Congress and the most bipartisan Democrat in both the U.S. House and U.S. Senate, according to Lugar Center Bipartisan Index compiled by the Christian Science Monitor. Earlier this year, Donnelly was ranked the second most bipartisan member of the U.S. Senate.\r\nDonnelly said, when the Lugar Center rankings for 2015 were released, earlier this year, \u201cI am the hired help and my job is to get things done for Indiana in the U.S. Senate. That responsibility has nothing to do with party affiliation and everything to do with supporting the best ideas, regardless of whether the idea comes from a Republican or a Democrat.\u201d\r\nBelow is an excerpt from the Christian Science Monitor article:\r\nMeet the 5 most bipartisan politicians in Congress\r\nBy Story Hinckley\r\nThese five politicians were ranked as the most bipartisan members of Congress by\u00a0The Lugar Center\u2019s 2015 Bipartisan Index.\r\n\u2026\r\n4. Sen. Joe Donnelly (D) of Indiana\r\nThis summer, Senator Donnelly and Sen. Ben Sasse (R) of Nebraska led a bipartisan coalition of 70 senators to address federal regulators\u2019 approach to credit unions and community banks. In\u00a0a letter to Richard Cordray, director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Donnelly and his colleagues urged the bureau to treat credit unions and community banks \u201cdifferently from the largest financial institutions,\u201d just as federal regulators do.\r\nAnd in 2015, Donnelly partnered with Sen. Kelly Ayotte (R) of New Hampshire to address heroin and prescription drug abuse in the US.\r\n\u201cThis bipartisan legislation would help support and strengthen local and state efforts to tackle this urgent public health issue,\u201d said Donnelly\u00a0in a press release. \u201cI am proud to continue working with my friend Senator Ayotte to help address this epidemic affecting Indiana and our country.\u201d\r\nDonnelly is often seen as walking in Richard G. Lugar\u2019s footsteps. Mr. Lugar, A former Indiana senator himself, is the president of The Lugar Center and the inspiration for its Bipartisan Index.\r\n\u201cWe weren\u2019t hired to help our party,\u201d Sen. Donnelly\u00a0said last year. \u201cWe were hired to do what\u2019s right for the United States of America.\u201d\r\n\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/just-ask-joe-donnelly-helps-bloomington-veteran-get-social-security-disability-benefits", "Just Ask Joe: Donnelly Helps Bloomington Veteran Get Social Security Disability Benefits", "2016-11-02", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Just Ask Joe: Donnelly Helps Bloomington Veteran Get Social Security Disability Benefits\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, November 2, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today released the latest installment of his \u201cJust Ask Joe\u201d video series, which highlights the many services available to Hoosiers from his office.\u00a0Justin Morseth, a Bloomington resident and Iraq War veteran, contacted Donnelly\u2019s office seeking assistance with his Social Security disability benefits. Morseth was awarded disability but several months passed and he had not received the back payments from benefits he was owed. Donnelly\u2019s office reached out to the Social Security Administration Payment Center on behalf of Justin and helped secure back payment benefits due to him.\u00a0Soon thereafter, Justin received his Social Security benefits.\r\n\r\nTo watch the \u201cJust Ask Joe\u201d video featuring Bloomington resident and Iraq War veteran Justin Morseth and his wife Megan, click here.\r\nDonnelly encourages any Hoosier in need of assistance with a federal agency to contact his Indianapolis office at 317-226-5555. For more information about the services provided by Donnelly\u2019s office\u2014including federal casework, veterans\u2019 resources, and applying for federal grants\u2014please visit his website at\u00a0www.donnelly.senate.gov/help. To see past installments of \u201cJust Ask Joe,\u201d click here.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/donnelly-coats-visclosky-call-on-hud-to-quickly-review-and-approve", "Donnelly, Coats, Visclosky Call on HUD to Quickly Review and Approve Emergency Federal Funding for East Chicago", "2016-11-01", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Indianapolis, Ind. \u2014 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, U.S. Senator Dan Coats, and U.S. Representative Peter J. Visclosky (IN-01) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Juli\u00e1n Castro calling for a timely review and approval of the City of East Chicago\u2019s application for emergency funding. The request from Donnelly, Coats, and Visclosky comes as part of the response to more than 1,000 residents being affected by the dangerous levels of lead and arsenic in the surrounding soil of the West Calumet Housing Complex.\nDonnelly, Coats, and Visclosky said in their letter, in part, \u201cAs you are aware, the City of East Chicago recently submitted an application for Emergency Capital Funds to ensure the safety and security of the site and, ultimately, the demolition of the housing structures. It is evident from our weekly discussions with HUD and the City that these funds are central to providing a long-term solution to address the public health crisis. As such, we respectfully request that HUD move quickly, consistent with U.S. law and public policy, to approve the Emergency Capital Funds for the City of East Chicago.\u201d\nThe signed letter and\u00a0full text are\u00a0below.\n\u00a0\nNovember 1, 2016\n\u00a0\nThe Honorable Juli\u00e1n Castro\nSecretary\nU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development\n451 Seventh Street SW\nWashington, D.C. 20410\n\u00a0\nDear Secretary Castro,\nThank you for your efforts to date working to relocate the more than 1,000 residents affected by the dangerous levels of lead and arsenic in the soil of the West Calumet Housing Complex in East Chicago, Indiana.\u00a0\nAs you are aware, the City of East Chicago recently submitted an application for Emergency Capital Funds to ensure the safety and security of the site and, ultimately, the demolition of the housing structures. It is evident from our weekly discussions with HUD and the City that these funds are central to providing a long-term solution to address the public health crisis. As such, we respectfully request that HUD move quickly, consistent with U.S. law and public policy, to approve the Emergency Capital Funds for the City of East Chicago.\nThank you again for your response and actions thus far. We stand ready to continue working with you to ensure the health and safety of the residents of East Chicago.\nSincerely,\n\u00a0\nJoe Donnelly\nU.S. Senator\n\u00a0\nDan Coats\nU.S. Senator\n\u00a0\nPeter J. Visclosky\nU.S. Representative\n\u00a0\n161101 Letter to HUD on East Chicago Emergency Funding.pdf", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-coats-visclosky-call-on-hud-to-quickly-review-and-approve-emergency-federal-funding-for-east-chicago", "Donnelly, Coats, Visclosky Call on HUD to Quickly Review and Approve Emergency Federal Funding for East Chicago", "2016-11-01", "2016", "2016-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly, Coats, Visclosky Call on HUD to Quickly Review and Approve Emergency Federal Funding for East Chicago\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, November 1, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2014 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, U.S. Senator Dan Coats, and U.S. Representative Peter J. Visclosky (IN-01) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Juli\u00e1n Castro calling for a timely review and approval of the City of East Chicago\u2019s application for emergency funding. The request from Donnelly, Coats, and Visclosky comes as part of the response to more than 1,000 residents being affected by the dangerous levels of lead and arsenic in the surrounding soil of the West Calumet Housing Complex.\r\nDonnelly, Coats, and Visclosky said in their letter, in part, \u201cAs you are aware, the City of East Chicago recently submitted an application for Emergency Capital Funds to ensure the safety and security of the site and, ultimately, the demolition of the housing structures. It is evident from our weekly discussions with HUD and the City that these funds are central to providing a long-term solution to address the public health crisis. As such, we respectfully request that HUD move quickly, consistent with U.S. law and public policy, to approve the Emergency Capital Funds for the City of East Chicago.\u201d\r\nThe signed letter can be seen here and the full text is below.\r\nOctober 31, 2016\r\nThe Honorable Juli\u00e1n Castro\r\nSecretary\r\nU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development\r\n451 Seventh Street SW\r\nWashington, D.C. 20410\r\nDear Secretary Castro,\r\nThank you for your efforts to date working to relocate the more than 1,000 residents affected by the dangerous levels of lead and arsenic in the soil of the West Calumet Housing Complex in East Chicago, Indiana.\u00a0\r\nAs you are aware, the City of East Chicago recently submitted an application for Emergency Capital Funds to ensure the safety and security of the site and, ultimately, the demolition of the housing structures. It is evident from our weekly discussions with HUD and the City that these funds are central to providing a long-term solution to address the public health crisis. As such, we respectfully request that HUD move quickly, consistent with U.S. law and public policy, to approve the Emergency Capital Funds for the City of East Chicago.\r\nThank you again for your response and actions thus far. We stand ready to continue working with you to ensure the health and safety of the residents of East Chicago.\r\nSincerely,\r\nJoe Donnelly\r\nU.S. Senator\r\nDan Coats\r\nU.S. Senator\r\nPeter J. Visclosky\r\nU.S. Representative\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/steel-caucus-urges-department-of-commerce-to-enforce-trade-laws-in", "Steel Caucus Urges Department of Commerce to Enforce Trade Laws in Pending Steel Case", "2016-10-25", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Congressional Steel Caucus Chairman Tim Murphy (R-PA) and Vice-Chairman Peter J. Visclosky (D-IN) sent another letter to the United States Department of Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker in support of domestic steel plate producers in the pending trade case involving carbon and alloy steel \u201ccut-to-length\u201d (CTL) plate from 12 foreign competitors, including China.In the letter, Chairman Murphy and Vice-Chairman Visclosky outline the critical\u00a0importance of the outcome of this trade case for the health of the domestic CTL plate industry. Domestic steel producers and American steelworkers currently face an unprecedented surge in unfairly traded imports. Specifically, the domestic industry filed an antidumping and countervailing duty case in April of this year against imports of CTL plate from Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, South Africa, Taiwan, and Turkey. Last year, nearly one million tons of CTL plate, valued at more than $700 million, was imported from these countries.In the letter, Chairman Murphy and Vice-Chairman Visclosky outline the critical importance of the outcome of this trade case for American CTL plate industry, writing: \u201cWe encourage the Department of Commerce to ensure that foreign competitors\u2019 unfair trade practices do not continue to injure an already weakened industry. While the American steel industry recently obtained much-needed trade relief on imports of corrosion-resistant, cold-rolled, and hot-rolled steel, U.S. steel producers continue to suffer from an onslaught of imports, including of carbon and alloy steel cut-to-length plate.\u201dThis past year, the Congressional Steel Caucus shepherded historic trade enforcement legislation through Congress and to the President\u2019s desk. The newly enacted laws provide the Department of Commerce, along with the International Trade Commission and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, with the legal foundation and enforcement tools needed to fight back against illegal trading practices being used by foreign cheaters that are squarely aimed to destroy the American steel industry.The full text of the letter is below.--\nOctober 25, 2016The Honorable Penny Pritzker  \n\tSecretary of Commerce  \n\tU.S. Department of Commerce  \n\t14th Street and Constitution Avenue, N.W.  \n\tWashington, D.C. 20230Dear Secretary Pritzker,We are writing to express our strong support for domestic steel plate producers and American steelworkers in the pending trade case involving carbon and alloy steel cut-to-length (\u201cCTL\u201d) plate from Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, South Africa, Taiwan, and Turkey.As Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, we encourage the Department of Commerce (Commerce) to ensure that foreign competitors\u2019 unfair trade practices do not continue to injure an already weakened industry. While the American steel industry recently obtained much-needed trade relief on imports of corrosion-resistant, cold-rolled, and hot-rolled steel, U.S. steel producers continue to suffer from an onslaught of imports, including of carbon and alloy steel cut-to-length (\u201cCTL\u201d) plate.Facing an unprecedented surge in unfairly traded imports, the domestic industry filed an antidumping and countervailing duty case in April of this year against imports of CTL plate from Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, South Africa, Taiwan, and Turkey. Last year, nearly one million tons of CTL plate, valued at more than $700 million, was imported from these countries. The outcome of this case is absolutely critical to the health of the domestic CTL plate industry.Congress has worked hard to give Commerce new tools to evaluate trade remedy cases, including enhanced discretion to apply adverse facts available where companies or their governments have failed to cooperate. It is critical that Commerce utilize these tools in calculating the appropriate level of duties in the ongoing CTL plate investigations.On behalf of the domestic CTL plate industry and the workers and families who depend on the full and fair enforcement of our trade laws, we ask you to give careful consideration to their arguments in your upcoming preliminary determinations.Thank you in advance for your consideration of these critical issues. \nSteel Caucus Letter to Commerce on CTL Plate.pdf\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-receives-the-friend-of-farm-bureau-award", "Donnelly Receives the ‘Friend of Farm Bureau’ Award", "2016-10-21", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Receives the \u2018Friend of Farm Bureau\u2019 Award\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator has consistently fought for Hoosier farmers \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, October 21, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tBrownsburg, Ind. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly was awarded the Indiana Farm Bureau \u2018Friend of Farm Bureau\u2019 award today in recognition of his work and support for policies that benefit Hoosier farmers. After receiving the award at Little Ireland Farm in Brownsburg, Donnelly reviewed soil health and conservation efforts at the farm, including a demonstration on how to improve soil structure.\r\n\r\nTop left to right: Donnelly with Little Ireland Farm owner Jack Maloney and Donnelly watches a demonstration on soil health and conservation efforts; Bottom left to right: Donnelly with Hendricks County farmers and Donnelly receives \u2018Friend of Farm\u2019 Bureau award. To view more photos click here.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cNo one knows more about agriculture than our farmers and their families, who live and work on the land every day. One of my top priorities is making sure our farmers have the opportunity to prosper. I am honored to receive the \u2018Friend of Farm Bureau\u2019 award and will continue to visit Hoosier farms, listen to farmers\u2019 ideas and concerns, and support policies that ensure our agriculture community can provide the food and fuel needed to power our country.\u201d\r\nKatrina Hall, Indiana Farm Bureau Public Policy Director, said, \u201cSenator Donnelly has proven to be one of the most accessible elected officials Indiana Farm Bureau members have ever experienced. He is willing to literally get his hands dirty with farmers to understand what they face. Joe Donnelly\u2019s tireless efforts in D.C. were integral to the development and passage of the biotechnology labelling bill. He has also been a strong advocate for Hoosier farmers on energy and environmental issues, most notably the Renewable Fuel Standard and the EPA\u2019s Waters of the U.S. rule. It is a blessing for Farm Bureau to have such a highly respected leader on Capitol Hill who is capable of moving the needle on policies that support Indiana\u2019s producers of food, fuel and fiber. We are proud to present him with the Friend of Farm Bureau award.\u201d\r\nDonnelly, who serves on the Senate Agriculture Committee, helped negotiate the bipartisan biotechnology labeling legislation that was signed into law in July 2016, worked to improve the EPA\u2019s Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, and is a strong supporter of biofuels and the Renewable Fuel Standard. He has visited more than a dozen farms since he began serving in the Senate in 2013. In addition to visiting farms across Indiana, he has held \u201cDonnelly Days\u201d to work alongside the agribusiness and agriculture community, including at Apache Sprayers in Mooresville and at Indiana Farm Bureau President Randy Kron\u2019s Farm in Evansville.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-national-ffa-convention-in-indianapolis", "Donnelly Statement on National FFA Convention in Indianapolis", "2016-10-18", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Statement on National FFA Convention in Indianapolis\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, October 18, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2014Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement in advance of the National FFA Convention & Expo beginning Wednesday in Indianapolis. The event is being held in Indianapolis for the first time since 2012 and is expected to draw 64,000 FFA members and alumni.\r\nDonnelly, who serves on the Senate Agriculture Committee, said, \u201cI\u2019m glad the National FFA Convention is back in Indianapolis this year and for years to come. These FFA members are the future of agriculture in Indiana and across the country. Their ideas and leadership will transform the ways we feed the world and fuel our economy. I am proud of our FFA members and look forward to continue working with them for the future of agriculture.\u201d\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-rexnord-announcement-it-tentatively-plans-to-offshore-hoosier-jobs", "Donnelly Statement on Rexnord Announcement it ‘Tentatively’ Plans to Offshore Hoosier Jobs", "2016-10-15", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Statement on Rexnord Announcement it \u2018Tentatively\u2019 Plans to Offshore Hoosier Jobs\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tSaturday, October 15, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement after the announcement from Rexnord late yesterday that it has \u201ctentatively decided\u201d to relocate its Indianapolis manufacturing operations to Mexico.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cI'm looking to find out from Rexnord exactly what it means that this decision is \u2018tentative.\u2019 A lot hangs in the balance for hundreds of Hoosier families and the company should provide greater clarity to them and to the Indiana Economic Development Corporation and other policymakers.\u201d\r\nDonnelly has pushed for policies that invest in our workers, strengthen the middle class, and promote the American economy. In May, Donnelly released a white paper and proposed a series of policy recommendations intended to prevent and discourage the further offshoring of Hoosier and American jobs. The proposals would penalize those that offshore jobs to foreign countries and reward companies that invest in the U.S.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-joins-indiana-national-guard-in-slovakia-for-multinational-military-training-exercise", "Donnelly Joins Indiana National Guard in Slovakia for Multinational Military Training Exercise", "2016-10-14", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Joins Indiana National Guard in Slovakia for Multinational Military Training Exercise\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator spends time with Hoosier servicemembers and Indiana's Adjutant General for \u2018Slovak Shield\u2019\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, October 14, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tLest, Slovakia \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly joined the Adjutant General of Indiana Major General Courtney Carr and members of the Indiana National Guard yesterday for \u201cSlovak Shield\u201d \u2014 a joint, multinational military training exercise at the Lest Training Area in Slovakia.\r\nDonnelly, who serves as Ranking Member of the Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee, said, \u201cIndiana has a long and proud tradition of serving our country, and it was an honor to join Major General Carr in Slovakia and see our Indiana National Guard \u200eat work in a major, multinational training exercise.\u00a0It was a privilege to spend time with Hoosier servicemembers, as they continue to play an important strategic role in the security and stability of our European allies.\u201d\r\n\r\nDonnelly joined the Indiana National Guard and Major General Carr for a major military training exercise in Slovakia. For high resolution photos, click here.\r\nFor more than 20 years, the Indiana National Guard has partnered with the Slovak Armed Forces as part of the National Guard\u2019s State Partnership Program. As partner nations with NATO, the U.S. and Slovakia have an enduring strategic partnership and mutual interest in European security and stability.\r\nEarlier this week Donnelly traveled to Ukraine and the nation of Georgia. In Georgia, he visited the renowned Lugar Center for Public Health Research and reviewed U.S.-supported security efforts to counter the threat of nuclear and biological terrorism. In Ukraine, Donnelly met with defense officials to reiterate American support for Ukrainian sovereignty in the face of an increasingly hostile Russia. During the trip, Donnelly recognized and highlighted this year\u2019s 25th anniversary of the bipartisan Nunn-Lugar Act, named for former Senators Sam Nunn (D-GA) and Richard Lugar (R-IN). Originally targeted at countries of the former Soviet Union, the Nunn-Lugar program now supports counter-weapons of mass destruction efforts in nations around the globe. \u00a0\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-statement-on-the-expansion-of-the-lake-county-hidta", "Visclosky Statement on the Expansion of the Lake County HIDTA", "2016-10-13", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013\u00a0Today, Congressman Pete Visclosky released the following statement in response to the announcement that LaPorte County and Marion County have been added to the Lake County High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA).\n\u201cI am proud to have worked since day one to secure and support a federal HIDTA designation for Lake County, and the subsequent addition of Porter County.\u00a0 I am pleased today that by expanding the Lake County HIDTA to include LaPorte and Marion Counties, we will be able to further improve our ability to regionally coordinate federal funding and intelligence resources to address the transportation corridors of drug traffickers and keep our communities safe.\u201d\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-testifies-at-itc-hearing-on-circular-welded-carbon-quality", "Visclosky Testifies at ITC Hearing on Circular Welded Carbon-Quality Steel Pipe", "2016-10-13", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Congressman Pete Visclosky testified for the seventh time this year at the International Trade Commission (ITC).\u00a0 The hearing today was regarding circular welded carbon-quality steel pipe.\u00a0 Below are\u00a0a copy of Congressman Visclosky\u2019s remarks as prepared for delivery\u00a0and a pdf of the referenced letter to the Commission signed by Congressman Tim Murphy (R-PA) and\u00a0Congressman Visclosky.\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \"I want to thank Chairman Williamson, Vice Chairman Johanson, and all other members of the Commission, for the opportunity to testify today in the case involving circular welded carbon-quality steel pipe from Oman, Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam.\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \"As you are well aware, the steel import crisis is perilously threatening the livelihoods of the dedicated workers in steel communities throughout our nation.\u00a0 The recent influx of illegal steel imports has prompted the initiation of nine steel trade cases, and today I am testifying here at the ITC for the seventh time this year.\u00a0 It is my sincere hope that as the weather turns and we end the summer of steel, we can move forward now into the fall of fair trade.\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \"Specific to today\u2019s case, circular welded carbon-quality steel pipe is used across our country in a variety of manufacturing purposes, including construction, fencing, sprinkler, and heating systems.\u00a0 And while it is currently made in a variety of locations across our country, including California, Missouri, Ohio, Illinois, and Pennsylvania, I deeply regret that it used to be made in additional plants in Illinois and Pennsylvania, as well as in plants that are now idled or closed in Arizona and Iowa.\u00a0 It is past time that we send the message to the countries involved in this case, and all countries around the world, that we will not tolerate illegal steel imports.\u00a0\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \"Additionally, on behalf of Rep. Tim Murphy and myself, as the Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, I would like to officially submit into the proceedings a letter we have signed that expresses our strong support for the domestic steel pipe and tube industry in this case.\u00a0 The letter notes that we are acutely aware of the real-world impacts of illegal imports on American steelworkers and steel producers, and that steel communities across our country are experiencing the devastating impacts of illegal imports.\u00a0 Additionally, the letter states that American steel producers and workers just want to compete on a level playing field, and we owe them the opportunity to do so.\u00a0 The letter further urges you to recognize the material injury that circular welded carbon-quality steel pipe imports have caused to the domestic steel industry and to hold the countries involved accountable for their illegal actions.\u00a0\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \"Again, I appreciate the opportunity to testify today, and I thank you and the dedicated staff for your diligent and thorough consideration of the facts of this case.\"\nMurphy.Visclosky.CWP_.pdf\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-federal-designation-to-combat-drug-trafficking-in-laporte-county", "Donnelly Announces Federal Designation to Combat Drug Trafficking in LaPorte County", "2016-10-13", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Announces Federal Designation to Combat Drug Trafficking in LaPorte County\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tHigh Intensity Drug Trafficking Area designation to bring federal resources to region; Senator wrote a letter of support for LaPorte County Sheriff\u2019s Office\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, October 13, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tSouth Bend, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today announced that LaPorte County has received a federal High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) designation by the Office of National Drug Control Policy. The LaPorte County Sheriff\u2019s Office submitted the application, which Donnelly proudly supported, to join with the existing HIDTA in Lake County, Indiana. This designation will allow LaPorte County to access federal resources to combat drug operations and increase enforcement while also improving prevention efforts to enhance the region\u2019s public health response.\r\nU.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, who wrote a letter of support to the Office of National Drug Control Policy, said, \u201cAs Indiana, and our country, fight the drug epidemics that are devastating families and communities, I was proud to support LaPorte County in applying for this designation that will bring resources to help law enforcement combat drug trafficking.\u201d\r\nDonnelly believes it will take cooperation at every level of government, along with community partners, to provide a comprehensive response to the drug epidemic by rooting out drug traffickers, expanding prevention efforts, and increasing access to treatment and recovery services.\r\nLake and Porter counties were previously the only HIDTA designated counties in Indiana. With the Office of National Drug Control Policy approving applications from both LaPorte and Marion counties to join the existing HIDTA, there is now an expanded multi-county HIDTA in Indiana.\r\nCreated by Congress in 1988, the HIDTA program serves as a catalyst for coordination among federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies operating in areas determined to be critical drug trafficking regions of the United States. Law enforcement organizations working within HIDTAs assess drug-trafficking issues and design specific initiatives to decrease the production, transportation, distribution, and chronic use of drugs and money laundering.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-curry-announce-federal-support-to-combat-drug-operations-in-marion-county", "Donnelly, Curry Announce Federal Support to Combat Drug Operations in Marion County", "2016-10-13", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly, Curry Announce Federal Support to Combat Drug Operations in Marion County\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tHigh Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas designation to bring enforcement and prevention resources\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, October 13, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly and Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry announced today that Marion County has received the designation as a federal High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) by President Obama\u2019s Office of National Drug Control Policy. Working with a number of local, state and federal law enforcement partners, Marion County Prosecutor Curry submitted an application for the county to join with the existing HIDTA based in Lake County, Indiana. The designation will allow Marion County to receive federal resources to increase coordinated drug enforcement operations, support prevention efforts and improve public health and safety.\r\nU.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, who helped the Marion County Prosecutor\u2019s Office with its application and wrote a letter of support to the Office of National Drug Control Policy, said, \u201cAs Indiana, and our country, fight the drug epidemics that are devastating families and communities, I was proud to support Marion County in applying for this designation that will bring resources to help law enforcement combat drug trafficking.\u201d\r\nProsecutor Curry stated, \u201cThis designation by the Office of National Drug Control Policy and additional federal support will expand our ability to conduct multi-agency, long-term investigations and prosecute cases aimed at dismantling these drug operations. We sincerely appreciate the support of U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly and assistance from IMPD, Marion County Sheriff\u2019s Office, and other federal, state and local law enforcement partners in making this application successful.\u201d\r\nDonnelly believes it will take cooperation at every level of government, along with community partners, to provide a comprehensive response to the drug epidemic by rooting out drug traffickers, expanding prevention efforts, and increasing access to treatment and recovery services.\r\nLake and Porter counties were previously the only HIDTA designated counties in Indiana. Today the Office of National Drug Control Policy announced the approval of applications from Marion and LaPorte counties to join the existing HIDTA, creating an expanded multi-county HIDTA in Indiana.\r\nCreated by Congress in 1988, the HIDTA program serves as a catalyst for coordination among federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies operating in areas determined to be critical drug trafficking regions of the United States. Law enforcement organizations working within HIDTAs assess drug-trafficking issues and design specific initiatives to decrease the production, transportation, distribution, and chronic use of drugs and money laundering. There are currently 28 HIDTAs located in 49 states, as well as in Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the District of Columbia.\r\nA press conference is expected to be held later this month to provide more details on this announcement and its potential impact on Marion County.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-visits-lugar-center-for-public-health-and-reviews-us-supported-security-efforts-in-the-nation-of-georgia", "Donnelly Visits Lugar Center for Public Health and Reviews U.S.-Supported Security Efforts in the Nation of Georgia", "2016-10-12", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Visits Lugar Center for Public Health and Reviews U.S.-Supported Security Efforts in the Nation of Georgia\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator\u2019s trip recognizes the 25th anniversary of the Nunn-Lugar nonproliferation efforts and the important programs it continues to support\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, October 12, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tTbilisi, Georgia \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee, visited the nation of Georgia to review U.S.-supported efforts to counter the threat of nuclear and biological terrorism. Donnelly met with Georgian leaders and security forces to reinforce the importance of the U.S.-Georgia relationship and toured facilities along the Georgia-Armenia border tasked with identifying, stopping, and deterring the trafficking of nuclear and radiological material. The senator also visited biological research labs, including the renowned Lugar Center for Public Health Research, where the U.S. works with Georgian counterparts to monitor disease trends in the region and protect dangerous pathogens from falling into the wrong hands.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cAs we combat the threat of nuclear proliferation and biological terrorism, I wanted to see firsthand the essential work happening here. Twenty five years ago, Senator \u200eLugar led a bipartisan effort to make the world safer by keeping weapons of mass destruction out of the hands of dangerous actors. I am proud to help ensure that work continues today.\u201d\r\nDonnelly\u2019s visit comes as this year marks the 25th anniversary of the Nunn-Lugar Act, named for former Senators Sam Nunn (D-GA) and Richard Lugar (R-IN), which established the Nunn-Lugar Cooperative Threat Reduction program to combat threats posed by weapons of mass destruction (WMD), including nuclear, radiological, chemical, and biological weapons. \u00a0\u200eOriginally targeted at countries of the former Soviet Union, the Nunn-Lugar program now supports counter-WMD efforts in nations around the globe. \u00a0\r\nAs Ranking Member of the Strategic Forces Subcommittee,\u00a0Donnelly is tasked with overseeing the U.S. nuclear arsenal, as well as missile defense programs and nuclear non-proliferation efforts like the Nunn-Lugar program.\r\nOn this trip, Donnelly also visited Kiev, where he met with Ukrainian defense officials to reiterate American support for Ukrainian sovereignty in the face of an increasingly hostile Russia.\u200e\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-meets-with-ukrainian-defense-leadership-in-kiev", "Donnelly Meets with Ukrainian Defense Leadership in Kiev", "2016-10-10", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Meets with Ukrainian Defense Leadership in Kiev\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tVisit comes as Senator highlights 25th anniversary of Nunn-Lugar effort to secure nuclear materials, combat threats by weapons of mass destruction\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMonday, October 10, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tKiev, Ukraine \u2014\u00a0U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee, today met with Ukrainian Defense Minister Stepan Poltorak and Ukrainian security forces in Kiev. Donnelly was joined by U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch to reiterate American support for Ukrainian sovereignty in the face of an increasingly hostile Russia. Donnelly is in Eastern Europe this week to highlight the enduring importance of the Nunn-Lugar Cooperative Threat Reduction program to combat threats by weapons of mass destruction globally.\u00a0\r\nDonnelly said,\u00a0\u201cIt was an honor to meet with Ukrainian defense officials to discuss the importance of the U.S.-Ukraine relationship and the enduring legacy of fellow Hoosier Senator Richard Lugar.\u00a0Our partnership with Ukraine is as critical today as it was in the early days of the Nunn-Lugar program. I am glad to have had this opportunity to see firsthand how Ukrainian security forces are working with us to keep nuclear materials and other weapons of mass destruction out of dangerous hands.\u201d\r\nDonnelly\u2019s visit comes as this year marks the 25thanniversary of the Nunn-Lugar Act, named for former Senators Sam Nunn (D-GA) and Richard Lugar (R-IN), which established the Cooperative Threat Reduction Program. The Nunn-Lugar program was initially focused on securing nuclear material in former Soviet Union countries. Ukraine was among the first nations to voluntarily give up the nuclear arsenal inherited from the Soviet Union and has been a strong partner in ongoing efforts to counter threats posed by nuclear smuggling and the proliferation of other weapons of mass destruction, including chemical and biological weapons.\r\nAs Ranking Member of the Strategic Forces Subcommittee, Donnelly is tasked with overseeing the U.S. nuclear arsenal, as well as missile defense programs and nuclear non-proliferation efforts like the Nunn-Lugar program.\u00a0\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-joseph-tobin-being-named-a-cardinal-", "Donnelly Statement on Joseph Tobin Being Named a Cardinal", "2016-10-09", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Statement on Joseph Tobin Being Named a Cardinal \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tSunday, October 9, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly issued the following statement after Pope Francis announced today that Joseph Tobin will become a cardinal next month.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cOn behalf of Hoosiers, Jill and I are proud to congratulate Archbishop Joseph Tobin on his selection as a cardinal. We have been blessed by his faithful leadership in Indiana and know he will continue to serve with distinction.\u201d\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-no-veteran-should-lose-opportunity-to-obtain-a-college-degree-based-on-itt-techs-closure", "Donnelly: No Veteran Should Lose Opportunity to Obtain a College Degree Based on ITT Tech’s Closure", "2016-10-07", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: No Veteran Should Lose Opportunity to Obtain a College Degree Based on ITT Tech\u2019s Closure\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator sent letter to VA Secretary to confirm Veterans First Act would restore GI Bill benefits to student veterans enrolled at ITT Tech \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, October 7, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly asked Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Bob McDonald to confirm that the bipartisan Veterans First Act\u2014legislation that Donnelly has cosponsored\u2014would enable the VA to restore GI Bill benefits for veterans who were enrolled at ITT Tech at the time of ITT\u2019s closure in September 2016. In the letter sent to Secretary McDonald, Donnelly urged swift implementation should the Veterans First Act or similar legislation be signed into law by year\u2019s end and asked that VA do everything possible in the interim to assist Hoosier student veterans impacted by the closure.\r\nDonnelly wrote, in part, in his letter, \u201cWith ITT Tech\u2019s closure, student veterans are facing the loss of the VA housing allowance that helps them pay their bills while they pursue an education.\u00a0Additionally, as it currently stands, veterans will lose all GI Bill benefits paid to ITT Tech\u2026No veteran should have to risk homelessness or lose the opportunity to obtain a college degree based on ITT Tech\u2019s closure.\u201d\r\nThe Department of Education is working with civilian students who attended ITT Tech to discharge their student loans and refund their Pell grants. Student veterans using the GI Bill are not receiving similar relief and risk losing their GI Bill benefits paid to ITT Tech. The Veterans First Act, was introduced by Senator Isackson (R-GA) and has 44 bipartisan cosponsors, including Donnelly. This legislation was reported out of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee with overwhelming support and awaits further action in the full Senate. \u00a0\r\nFull text of Donnelly\u2019s letter follows. To see the signed letter, click here.\r\nOctober 7, 2016\u00a0\r\nThe Honorable Robert McDonald\r\nSecretary\r\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\r\n810 Vermont Avenue Northwest\r\nWashington, DC 20240\r\nDear Secretary McDonald:\r\nI am writing regarding the plight of nearly 7,000 student veterans who were using their GI Bill benefits at ITT Technical Institute when it closed in September 2016. The ITT Tech closure impacted thousands of Hoosiers at multiple locations in Indiana.\r\nAs you know, the Department of Education is working with civilian students who attended ITT Tech to discharge their student loans and refund Pell grants, allowing them to restart their education with a clean slate. Unfortunately, veterans are not receiving comparable relief on their GI Bill benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).\r\nWith ITT Tech\u2019s closure, student veterans are facing the loss of the VA housing allowance that helps them pay their bills while they pursue an education.\u00a0 Additionally, as it currently stands, veterans will lose all GI Bill benefits paid to ITT Tech. This lack of parity with civilian student aid relief is especially devastating in light of the uphill battle many veterans are facing in getting their ITT Tech credits transferred to a new college or university.\r\nI understand that VA requires new statutory authority to fully address these problems. I am a cosponsor of the bipartisan Veterans First Act (S. 2921), which includes a provision that would enable VA to restore GI Bill benefits for veterans who were enrolled at ITT Tech at the time of its closure in September 2016. I request your confirmation that this interpretation of the bill is accurate and that if this or similar legislation is signed into law, you will act swiftly to provide much-need relief to student veterans in Indiana and across the country.\r\nNo veteran should have to risk homelessness or lose the opportunity to obtain a college degree based on ITT Tech\u2019s closure. I sincerely hope that Congress will act to pass bipartisan legislation to address this crisis before the end of this year, and I ask that you do everything possible in the interim to assist student veterans through these trying times.\r\nSincerely,\r\nJoe Donnelly\r\nUnited States Senator\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-announces-cops-hiring-program-grant-award-for-the-city-of", "Visclosky Announces COPS Hiring Program Grant Award for the City of Hobart", "2016-10-06", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congressman Visclosky announced today that the City of Hobart has received a grant award under the Department of Justice\u2019s Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Program.\nThe COPS Hiring Program provides funding directly to state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies for the hiring and rehiring of entry-level career law enforcement officers in an effort to create and preserve jobs and increase community policing capacity and crime prevention efforts.\u00a0 The City of Hobart will receive funding for one officer with a focus of addressing drug abuse issues.\u00a0\nCongressman Pete Visclosky stated, \u201cI applaud the City of Hobart for successfully seeking out and obtaining this COPS grant award.\u00a0 Every single officer in the force helps to keep our communities safe and secure, and I am pleased that Hobart will be able to utilize the resources of the valuable federal program.\u201d\nCity of Hobart Mayor Brian Snedecor stated, \u201cWe want to thank Congressman Visclosky and his staff for their assistance in securing this grant. \u00a0The City of Hobart believes that the surest way to build bridges to the community is by getting officers out on the street. \u00a0The COPS Hiring Program helps us insure that the Hobart Police Department has the officers available when our citizens need support.\u201d\nFor additional information on the COPS Hiring Grant Program, click here.\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-receives-award-for-supporting-american-manufacturing", "Donnelly Receives Award for Supporting American Manufacturing", "2016-10-06", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Receives Award for Supporting American Manufacturing\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator has worked to protect Hoosier jobs, expand opportunities for manufacturing businesses\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, October 6, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tSouth Bend, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly was awarded the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) award for \u2018Manufacturing Legislative Excellence\u2019 today in recognition of his support for manufacturing jobs and companies in Indiana and across the country.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cThe manufacturing industry is central to Indiana\u2019s economy and to the success of Hoosier families and communities. I am honored to receive this award and will continue working to ensure that Indiana manufacturers have the opportunity to grow, and continue providing good jobs to Hoosier workers.\u201d\r\nAric Newhouse, NAM Senior Vice President of Policy and Government Relations, said, \u201cManufacturers in Indiana and throughout the United States are leading an innovation revolution, creating jobs, making more products and making them better than ever before. However, manufacturers are often disproportionately and adversely impacted by decisions made by policy and lawmakers. The NAM is proud to stand with lawmakers like Senator Donnelly who understand what is at stake and seek to implement policies that will energize the manufacturing economy.\u201d\r\nManufacturing plays a larger role in the Indiana economy than it does in any other state. Roughly 30% of economic activity in Indiana derives from manufacturing, the highest percentage in the nation. Donnelly helped lead the fight to reauthorize the Export-Import Bank, the official export credit agency of the United States, which is a tool used by manufacturers large and small in Indiana to compete in the global economy. Donnelly has also supported the effort to make the research and development tax credit permanent, and has worked to close the skills gap through job training opportunities and affordable higher education.\r\nDonnelly recently received the National Federation of Independent Business Guardian of Small Business Award in recognition of his work on policies that support small businesses. Earlier this year, Donnelly also\u00a0received the Spirit of Enterprise Award\u00a0from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for supporting policies that encourage economic growth and job creation.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-welcomes-cops-hiring-program-grant-for-hobart-police-department", "Donnelly Welcomes COPS Hiring Program Grant for Hobart Police Department", "2016-10-06", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Welcomes COPS Hiring Program Grant for Hobart Police Department\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator supported Department\u2019s request for funding\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, October 6, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2014\u00a0The U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS), awarded hiring grants to local law enforcement agencies throughout the country, including the Hobart Police Department.\u00a0 The award will allow the Hobart Police Department to hire an additional police officer. U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly sent a letter supporting the department\u2019s grant application to the U.S. Department of Justice earlier this year.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cPublic safety is a top priority in Hobart. Funding from the COPS program will enable the Hobart Police Department to assign a new officer to help address the heroin epidemic and build trust and strengthen relationships within the local community.\r\nHobart is included in a corridor that has been designated as a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) by the Office of National Drug Control Policy. Hobart Police Department is collaborating with other federal and local law enforcement agencies to address drug trafficking in the region.\r\nThe COPS Hiring Program is designed to advance public safety through community policing by addressing the full-time sworn officer needs of state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies nationwide. The program provides funds directly to law enforcement agencies to hire new or rehire career law enforcement officers and to increase their community policing capacity and crime prevention efforts.\r\nFor more information on how Senator Donnelly\u2019s office can assist cities, municipalities, and groups applying for federal grants, please visit https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/help/grants.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov/newsroom/past-e-newsletters/making-college-more-affordable", "Making College More Affordable", "2016-10-04", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\nIf you or someone you know is planning to attend college next year, now is the time to begin thinking about the resources available to help with the cost.\u00a0\nOn October 1, the Department of Education began accepting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid forms, commonly known as FAFSA. Completing this set of forms is the first step toward applying for grants, work-study, and educational loans at nearly every university in the country.A higher education is one of the most important investments Americans can make in their future. That is why I recently worked with some of my congressional colleagues to simplify the FAFSA process in order to give students and families more time to prepare and asses their options.\n\u00a0\nThis year, students have the ability to submit their FAFSA three months earlier than in the past.\u00a0Additionally, families can use their tax information from 2015, rather than guess about 2016, when filling out the forms. This simpler process could encourage hundreds of thousands of additional students to apply for and claim the aid they are eligible for when enrolling in college.\u00a0\nAs always, the federal deadline for completing the FAFSA is June 30, but many states and schools have earlier deadlines. \u2013 some as early as February and March. To find the deadlines for your area, click here: https://fafsa.ed.gov/deadlines.htm#\nIf you have any questions\u00a0regarding applying for federal financial aid, please feel free to contact my office at 317-283-6516.Your Friend,    \n\tAndr\u00e9", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-welcomes-cops-hiring-program-grant-for-jeffersonville-police-department", "Donnelly Welcomes COPS Hiring Program Grant for Jeffersonville Police Department", "2016-10-04", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Welcomes COPS Hiring Program Grant for Jeffersonville Police Department\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator supported Department\u2019s request for funding\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, October 4, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2014\u00a0The U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS), awarded hiring grants to local law enforcement agencies throughout the country, including the Jeffersonville Police Department (JPD). The award will allow the Jeffersonville Police Department to hire two additional police officers, who will help the department improve community policing efforts in its neighborhoods.\u00a0 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly sent a letter supporting the department\u2019s application to the U.S. Department of Justice earlier this year.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cRecent economic developments and the completion of the Big Four Bridge in Jeffersonville have increased traffic volume and further fueled the need to implement community policing programs. While long-term strategies to prevent crime will require everyone from law enforcement to public officials, educators, and employers to work together, ensuring our law enforcement agencies have the resources needed to keep our communities safe is a critical step.\u201d\r\nJeffersonville Mayor Mike Moore said, \u201cI appreciate Senator Donnelly\u2019s support, as does everybody in Jeffersonville. This grant will help make for a safer, friendlier community.\u201d\r\nKenny Kavanaugh, Chief of Police, Jeffersonville Police Department said, \u201cThis grant will help put more police on the street to make sure our community remains safe. We appreciate Senator Donnelly for his unwavering support of our department and city.\u201d\r\nThe COPS Hiring Program is designed to advance public safety through community policing by addressing the full-time sworn officer needs of state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies nationwide. The program provides funds directly to law enforcement agencies to hire new or rehire career law enforcement officers and to increase their community policing capacity and crime prevention efforts.\r\nFor more information on how Senator Donnelly\u2019s office can assist cities, municipalities, and groups applying for federal grants, please visit https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/help/grant.\u00a0\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-responds-to-trump-comments-on-military-suicide", "Donnelly Responds to Trump Comments on Military Suicide", "2016-10-03", "2016", "2016-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Responds to Trump Comments on Military Suicide\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator has fought to reduce the stigma around mental health care, expand access to mental health care for servicemembers and veterans\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMonday, October 3, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tSouth Bend, Ind. \u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today issued the following statement after Donald Trump suggested that servicemembers and veterans lost to suicide were not strong enough. Trump said during an event today, \u201cWhen you talk about the mental health problems, when people come back from war and combat \u2014 and they see things that maybe a lot of the folks in this room have seen many times over and you\u2019re strong and you can handle it, but a lot of people can\u2019t handle it.\u201d\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cThe stigma surrounding mental health issues is one of our biggest challenges in bringing down suicide rates among servicemembers and veterans. We need to dismiss the idea that mental health issues signify weakness, and reinforce that there is strength in seeking help, particularly among those who are battling the invisible wounds of war.\u201d\r\nSince joining the Senate in 2013, Donnelly has worked to find bipartisan solutions to combat military and veteran suicide and had several provisions signed into law to strengthen mental health care for servicemembers, veterans, and their families. Last year, provisions from his\u00a0\"Care Package,\"\u00a0were signed into law to help expand access to quality mental health care for servicemembers and veterans through the Department of Defense (DoD), as well as local community providers.\u00a0This followed his bipartisan legislation\u00a0the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act\u00a0becoming law in 2014, which requires an annual mental health assessment for all servicemembers.\r\nDonnelly spoke on the Senate floor in September to call for more action to prevent military and veteran suicide.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/river-ridge-takes-control-of-last-parcel-from-us-army", "River Ridge takes control of last parcel from U.S. Army", "2016-09-30", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "River Ridge takes control of last parcel from U.S. Army\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                    By:\u00a0\r\n                    Marty Finley\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Friday, September 30, 2016\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            The River Ridge Development Authority now has full control of the 6,000-acre business park in Southern Indiana.\r\nThe U.S. Army has transferred ownership of the final pieces of land at\u00a0River Ridge Commerce Center\u00a0to the authority, which owns and manages the massive park that runs along Ind. 62 in Jeffersonville north to Charlestown.\r\nThe River Ridge Development Authority now has full control of the 6,000-acre business\u2026\u00a0more\r\nRIVER RIDGE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY\r\nBefore being set aside for redevelopment, the site was home to the Indiana Army Ammunition Plant.\r\nThe transfer, announced today, was for a little more than 293 acres, said River Ridge executive director\u00a0Jerry Acy.\r\nThe turnover of ownership has been years in the making as Indiana lawmakers intervened on behalf of River Ridge to get the land transferred for economic development. Much of the legal wrangling centered around operation of the landfill inside the park, which also was transferred by the Army to the River Ridge Development Authority.\r\n\u201cRiver Ridge is an example of how we can improve our economy when we focus on solving problems by working together,\" U.S. Sen.\u00a0Joe Donnelly\u00a0said in a statement about the transfer.\r\nDonnelly described River Ridge as a \"hub of economic growth that will continue to bring more jobs and opportunities for hardworking Hoosier families in Southern Indiana.\u201d\r\nAcy said in a statement that Donnelly and other state lawmakers played a crucial role in the transfer by helping solve the legal issues tied to the land.\r\n\"Those issues were delaying the transfer of some very prime developable property near the new I-265 interchange and potentially could have also delayed this last conveyance,\" Acy said in the statement. \"It was critical for River Ridge to obtain ownership of all those parcels in order to continue our path of new developments and job creation for our region.\u201d\r\nToday's announcement follows the\u00a0transfer of more than 800 acres\u00a0by the Army to River Ridge about a year ago. To date, about 1,000 acres have been sold for development at River Ridge, Acy said.\r\n\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-river-ridge-an-example-of-how-we-can-improve-our-economy-when-we-work-together", "Donnelly: River Ridge An Example of How We Can Improve Our Economy When We Work Together", "2016-09-30", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: River Ridge An Example of How We Can Improve Our Economy When We Work Together\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator joined River Ridge for final land transfer, which he helped facilitate \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, September 30, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tJeffersonville, Ind. \u2014 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly joined Army leadership and local officials at the River Ridge Commerce Center as the River Ridge Development Authority took ownership of the last remaining acreage at the former Army base. Donnelly\u00a0has worked closely with River Ridge and the Army over the past two years to facilitate the land transfers, paving the way for new businesses and jobs for Clark County and southern Indiana.\u00a0\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cRiver Ridge is an example of how we can improve our economy when we focus on solving problems by working together. I got involved after years of stalled negotiations between River Ridge and the Army and was proud to bring key stakeholders together to ensure we got this to the finish line. These are exciting times in Clark County,\u00a0and River Ridge is a hub of economic growth that will continue to bring more jobs and opportunities for hardworking Hoosier families in southern Indiana.\u201d\r\nJerry Acy, Executive Director at the River Ridge Development Authority, said, \u201cSenator Donnelly was instrumental in assisting River Ridge in securing a positive outcome on several outstanding issues with the Army. Those issues were delaying the transfer of some very prime developable property near the new I-265 interchange and potentially could have also delayed this last conveyance.\u00a0It was critical for River Ridge to obtain ownership of all those parcels in order to continue our path of new developments and job creation for our region.\u201d\r\nToday\u2019s ceremony marked River Ridge accepting the final U.S. Army land parcel at the former Indiana Army Ammunition Plant, completing the transfer of approximately 6,000 acres in total to be used for economic development. Donnelly began working with the River Ridge Development Authority in September of 2014 to address a long-standing dispute over the Army\u2019s responsibility for a landfill at the site, which had stalled the land transfer process. These efforts culminated in an October 2015 ceremony, where Donnelly joined the Army as they presented River Ridge with more than 600 acres of high-value land ripe for redevelopment. This agreement marked a turning point in negotiations between local leaders and Army officials that restarted a long-stalled process and enabled the completion of the Army\u2019s land conveyance to River Ridge. Read more about Donnelly\u2019s efforts, here. \u00a0\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-introduces-legislation-to-designate-northwest-indiana", "Visclosky Introduces Legislation to Designate Northwest Indiana Lakeshore as a National Park", "2016-09-29", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Congressman Visclosky announced that he has introduced legislation to designate the Northwest Indiana lakeshore as a National Park.\u00a0\nSpecifically, the legislation would retitle the \u201cIndiana Dunes National Lakeshore\u201d as the \u201cIndiana Dunes National Park\u201d.\u00a0 The designation would create the first National Park in Indiana and the 60th National Park in the United States.\u00a0 The intent of this legislation is to allow the dunes lakeshore to receive the full tourism benefits and recognition of being designated a National Park.\nDue to the vast biological diversity and geological features of the Northwest Indiana lakeshore, the first Director of the National Park Service, Mr. Stephen Mather, proposed designating the southern shore of Lake Michigan as the \u201cSand Dunes National Park\u201d in 1916.\u00a0 Unfortunately, this proposal was abandoned at the onset of World War I.\nCongressman Visclosky has long supported the preservation of and improved access to the Northwest Indiana lakeshore through the Marquette Plan.\u00a0 The three principles of the Marquette Plan are first, that 75 percent of the lakeshore should be available for free, open, and public use, second, that development should be set back by a minimum of 200 feet from the water, and third, that there should be a continuous biking and walking trail parallel to the shoreline for all Northwest Indiana residents to enjoy.\nAdditionally, in 1986 and 1992, Congressman Visclosky introduced measures that were both signed into law and expanded the boundaries of the current Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore.\u00a0\nThe measure has been introduced with the support of the entire Indiana House delegation as original cosponsors, and it is currently pending consideration in the House Committee on Natural Resources.\nCongressman Pete Visclosky stated, \u201cThe recognition of being a National Park is the final step of an effort that began a century ago. \u00a0It is past time that the rest of the nation recognizes the environmental wonder and significance of the lakeshore dunes in Northwest Indiana.\u00a0 I thank my Indiana House colleagues and all the Northwest Indiana community leaders and officials for supporting this initiative that will ultimately attract more visitors and further stimulate our regional economy.\u201d\n\u201cThe Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is a treasured source of beauty and recreation for Hoosier families,\u201d Congresswoman Jackie Walorski said. \u201cMaking it our state\u2019s first National Park will boost the Indiana economy by drawing more tourists from across the country who want to explore the dunes.\u201d\nTom Conway, President of Save the Dunes, stated, \u201cOne hundred\u00a0years ago, the first public\u00a0meeting took place to explore the possibility of a Sand Dunes National Park along the southern shore of Lake Michigan. The Indiana Dunes are a treasure of beauty and ecology. \u00a0We feel the\u00a0title of Indiana Dunes National Park will bring increased attention and appreciation\u00a0to this amazing place, and we commend Congressman Visclosky for always being a champion of the Dunes.\u201d\nSperos Batistatos, President and CEO of the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority, stated, \u201cMillions of visitors are drawn to the Indiana dunes because of its diverse landscapes and recreational opportunities.\u00a0 Residents of the South Shore know what a treasure the park is and the distinction of a National Park will give it the national recognition it deserves.\u201d\nJack Arnett, Executive Director of the LaPorte County Convention and Visitors Bureau, stated, \u201cThe retitling of IDNL and properly designating the property as the first and only National Park in Indiana is a huge plus for the region. \u00a0I thank Congressman Visclosky for once again continuing his leadership role when it comes to understanding the economic impact that tourism has within our region.\u201d\nLorelei Weimer, Executive Director for Indiana Dunes Tourism, stated, \u201cWe are excited to learn that Congressman Pete Visclosky has introduced this bill. \u00a0People love to visit our national parks and many travelers include visiting all of the national parks on their bucket lists. Many potential new visitors will add the Indiana Dunes National Park to their travel to do list because they will now know we are one of the National Parks.\u201d\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov/newsroom/statements-for-the-record/opening-statement-for-oversight-hearing-on-va-leases-september-28", "Opening Statement for Oversight Hearing on VA Leases, September 28, 2016", "2016-09-28", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Statement of  the Honorable Andr\u00e8 Carson  Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management  House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee\n\u00a0\n\u201cDepartment of Veterans Affairs Leases:\u00a0 Is the VA Over-Paying for Leased Medical Facilities?\u201d\nSeptember 28, 2016\nGood morning, and welcome to our hearing.\nToday we\u2019ll focus on the management of the Department of Veteran Affair\u2019s (VA) medical leasing program.\u00a0 First and foremost, I want to make clear my dedication to our nation\u2019s veterans. It is a top priority for all of us to ensure veterans receive high quality health care in VA medical facilities across the nation.\u00a0\nPrior to 2014, the VA used their own real estate authority to sign leases for medical facilities.\u00a0 However, the VA, in consultation with the Office of Management and Budget, later determined that they did not have legal authority necessary to enter into multi-year leases.\u00a0\nThe VA now relies on the General Services Administration\u2019s (GSA) authority to execute these leases.\u00a0 In 2014, this Committee approved six prospectuses submitted by GSA on behalf of the VA.\u00a0 These six medical facility leases were the first of their kind to be approved by the Committee.\u00a0 Typically, these facilities include mental health clinics, readjustment-counseling centers, research and other types of clinical spaces.\u00a0 Because the VA is working with the GSA to execute these leases, they now come before this Committee for approval.\u00a0\nAlthough we approved the first six leases, Chairman Barletta and I, \u00a0and \u00a0members of the Veteran Affairs Committee, thought it was appropriate to request the Government Accountability Office (GAO) study the VA\u2019s choices \u00a0in managing its real property assets.\u00a0\nSpecifically, we asked GAO to help the Committee evaluate the VA\u2019s decision to lease or own these facilities, how the VA compares to private medical providers, and whether there are opportunities for savings.\nWe want to support the VA\u2019s efforts to provide essential health care to our country\u2019s veterans.\u00a0 It\u2019s also important that this Committee have some assurances that the VA is managing its real estate assets as efficiently as possible.\u00a0 Every dollar saved in a real estate transaction is a dollar that can be re-directed to supportive services for veterans, an important priority for every Member of Congress.\nI look forward to today\u2019s testimony from the VA, GSA and GAO on how this program is being managed and how improvements can be made going forward.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-announces-project-development-status-for-south-shore-expansion", "Visclosky Announces Project Development Status for South Shore Expansion", "2016-09-28", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Congressman Visclosky announced that the Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has moved the South Shore expansion forward into the Project Development phase.\nCongressman Pete Visclosky stated, \u201cI am excited to learn that the FTA has recognized the value of the South Shore expansion through this designation.\u00a0 It is another successful step forward to not just expand South Shore service, but to build a regional economy that provides innumerable benefits for current Northwest Indiana residents and future generations.\u00a0 I have no doubt that the success of this designation is due to the resilient efforts of NICTD, as well as the RDA, the State of Indiana, and all of the contributing communities.\u00a0 Their collective support has generated this outstanding forward momentum. \u00a0I will continue to work very hard to support the efforts to have commuter trains running on the new expanded track as soon as possible.\u201d\nMichael Noland, President of NICTD, stated, \u201cThis is great news.\u00a0 We have been working closely with the Congressman\u2019s office, the FTA, and communities that would be served by the West Lake Corridor and look forward to advancing the project through the environmental and preliminary engineering process.\u00a0 Improving access to jobs by making commuter rail service faster and more convenient will lay the ground work for new private development throughout the region.\u201d\nBill Hanna, President and CEO of the Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority, stated, \u201cThis is a key step toward completion of the West Lake expansion of the South Shore line. We are now closer than ever before to the largest commuter rail investment in Indiana history \u2013 an investment that will create thousands of jobs in Northwest Indiana and provide world-class access to Chicago, the ninth-largest economy on the planet. We are grateful for the support of Congressman Visclosky, the State of Indiana and the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District in this endeavor, and look forward to continuing to work together to see the new line through to completion.\u201d\nFor additional information on the FTA grant process, click here.\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-carrier-workers-in-indianapolis-will-receive-federal-benefits-to-assist-in-finding-new-employment", "Donnelly Announces Carrier Workers in Indianapolis Will Receive Federal Benefits to Assist in Finding New Employment", "2016-09-28", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Announces Carrier Workers in Indianapolis Will Receive Federal Benefits to Assist in Finding New Employment\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tTrade Adjustment Assistance from Department of Labor will help workers get training, find new jobs\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, September 28, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today announced that Carrier employees in Indianapolis will be eligible for Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA), federal benefits that are made available to workers who lose their jobs because of foreign trade. TAA will provide these Hoosier workers with access to full-time skills training and resources to help them find new employment. Donnelly cosponsored and voted to reauthorize the TAA program in 2015, and that legislation was signed into law.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cThis is welcome news for the hard-working Hoosiers forced to find new jobs because Carrier decided to ship their jobs to Mexico. With Trade Adjustment Assistance, these workers, losing their jobs through no fault of their own, will have access to the resources and training they may need to find new opportunities.\u201d\r\nMore information on TAA and the benefits it will provide to these workers can be found on the Department of Labor\u2019s website here. Workers at UTEC in Huntington, Indiana, who are also losing their jobs because of United Technologies\u2019 decision to move jobs to Mexico, were granted TAA assistance earlier this year.\r\nIn May, Donnelly offered a series of policy proposals aimed at stopping the offshoring of Hoosier and American jobs. Last week, Donnelly announced a federal grant awarded to the City of Indianapolis that will support the hiring of a Recovery Coordinator/Promise Zone Liaison. Donnelly wrote a letter of support for the city\u2019s grant application. This new coordinator, made possible by the grant, will be charged with helping mitigate the hardship of unemployment and finding alternative employment opportunities for Hoosiers, especially those impacted by the closure of the Carrier facility.\r\n\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-votes-to-override-president-obama-on-justice-against-sponsors-of-terrorism-act-", "Donnelly Votes to Override President Obama on Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act", "2016-09-28", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Votes to Override President Obama on Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator pledged to override veto so that families have day in court \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, September 28, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today voted to override President Obama\u2019s veto of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act. The bill would allow foreign governments believed to be involved in terror attacks on U.S. soil to be sued in U.S. courts. The legislation has been long-sought by families of 9/11 victims. The veto was overridden by the Senate with a bipartisan 97-1 vote and is expected to be considered by the U.S. House of Representatives later this week.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cI voted to override President Obama\u2019s veto of this bill because I believe the victims of terrorism on U.S. soil should have the right to pursue justice and their day in court.\u201d\r\nPresident Obama vetoed the legislation last Friday evening. Shortly after, Donnelly pledged to override the veto.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/just-ask-joe-donnelly-helps-south-bend-resident-get-sons-social-security-benefits-reinstated", "Just Ask Joe: Donnelly Helps South Bend Resident Get Son’s Social Security Benefits Reinstated", "2016-09-28", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Just Ask Joe: Donnelly Helps South Bend Resident Get Son\u2019s Social Security Benefits Reinstated\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, September 28, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today released the latest installment of his \u201cJust Ask Joe\u201d video series, which highlights the many services available to Hoosiers from his office.\u00a0Dawn Chapla, a resident of South Bend, contacted Donnelly\u2019s office seeking assistance after her son, Jeremy who has Prader-Willi syndrome, stopped receiving his Social Security benefits.\u00a0 Donnelly\u2019s office got Jeremy\u2019s benefits reinstated by working with the Social Security Administration.\r\n\u00a0To watch the \u201cJust Ask Joe\u201d video featuring South Bend resident Dawn Chapla, click here.\r\nDonnelly encourages any Hoosier in need of assistance with a federal agency to contact his Indianapolis office at 317-226-5555. For more information about the services provided by Donnelly\u2019s office\u2014including federal casework, veterans\u2019 resources, and applying for federal grants\u2014please visit his website at\u00a0www.donnelly.senate.gov/help. To see past installments of \u201cJust Ask Joe,\u201d click here.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-major-grant-to-help-near-eastside-indianapolis-small-businesses-grow-and-hire-workers", "Donnelly Announces Major Grant to Help Near Eastside Indianapolis Small Businesses Grow and Hire Workers", "2016-09-23", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Announces Major Grant to Help Near Eastside Indianapolis Small Businesses Grow and Hire Workers\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator wrote letter of support; grant comes as part of neighborhood\u2019s federal Promise Zone designation\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, September 23, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today announced that the King Park Development Corporation, a local non-profit community development organization, has been awarded a significant $800,000 federal grant from the Department of Health and Human Services\u2019 Community Economic Development program to help businesses in the Near Eastside of Indianapolis grow and hire local workers. The grant comes following IndyEast being designated a federal Promise Zone, and it will provide small businesses with greater access to capital and low-interest rate loans when they hire unemployed or underemployed workers.\r\nDonnelly, who wrote a letter of support for King Park Development Corporation\u2019s application, said, \u201cThis federal grant will help get Hoosiers back to work, help local small businesses grow, and assist a community that has struggled to see economic progress. This is the latest example of the Promise Zone designation at work, helping to combat poverty through new opportunities for hard-working residents, who are trying to make ends meet and improve life for their families.\u201d\r\nSteven Meyer, Executive Director of King Park, said, \u201cThanks to the support of the Senator, King Park will be able to support new and expanding businesses that are creating employment opportunities in our neighborhoods.\u00a0We are thrilled to receive this grant, which will significantly improve our capacity to lend to new neighborhoods underserved by traditional lending institutions.\u201d\r\nDonnelly strongly supported Indianapolis\u2019 Near Eastside neighborhood's effort to receive the federal Promise Zone designation from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in 2015. As a Promise Zone designee, IndyEast has dedicated federal staff on the ground to help them implement their plans, as well as five full-time AmeriCorps VISTA members to recruit and manage volunteers for the effort.\u00a0In addition, IndyEast can apply for federal investments that advance their plan.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-to-support-overriding-president-obamas-veto-on-justice-against-sponsors-of-terrorism-act-", "Donnelly to Support Overriding President Obama’s Veto on Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act", "2016-09-23", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly to Support Overriding President Obama\u2019s Veto on Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator believes families of victims should be able to pursue justice \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, September 23, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced he will vote to override President Obama\u2019s veto of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act. The bill would allow foreign governments believed to be involved in terror attacks on U.S. soil to be sued in U.S. courts. The legislation has been long-sought by families of 9/11 victims.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cThe victims of terrorism on U.S. soil should have the right to pursue justice and their day in court. That is why I will vote to override President Obama\u2019s veto of this bill.\u201d \u00a0\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/indiana-leaders-announce-federal-grant-supporting-indianapolis-economic", "Indiana Leaders Announce Federal Grant Supporting Indianapolis Economic Initiatives", "2016-09-22", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07), Ranking Member of the House Economic Development Subcommittee, Senator Joe Donnelly and Mayor Joe Hogsett, joined the U.S. Commerce Department\u2019s Economic Development Agency (EDA) in announcing a generous grant to Indianapolis. This $355,000 grant will be used to better support the city\u2019s regional economic initiatives and fully develop the opportunities available through Indy\u2019s federal\u00a0 \u2018Promise Zone\u2019 designation.\nThe three-year grant will help support the hiring of a Recovery Coordinator/ Promise Zone Liaison for the City of Indianapolis. This person will be charged with helping to mitigate the hardships of unemployment and determine alternative employment opportunities for Hoosiers, especially those impacted by the closure of the Carrier facility.\n\u201cI met several times with the EDA Director for updates on their projects and to urge more resources for our city.\u201d said Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson.\u00a0 \u201cI look forward to continuing to work with the EDA and the City of Indianapolis to strengthen our region.\u201d\n\"This federal grant will help hard-working Hoosiers find new employment opportunities, including those workers harmed by Carrier\u2019s decision to ship Hoosier jobs to Mexico,\" said Senator Donnelly, who wrote a letter supporting the ciity's grant application. \"I was proud to support this effort to bring important, much-needed resources to Hoosier workers and attract new businesses to Indianapolis, helping local families and our community.\"\n\u201cSince Carrier announced the closure of their Indianapolis facility, the City\u2019s Carrier Task Force has worked tirelessly to convene resources and identify opportunities to aid the thousands of hard working families affected by this decision,\u201d said Mayor Joe Hogsett. \u00a0\u201cToday\u2019s award by the EDA will provide invaluable opportunities for the community, helping to attract and grow manufacturing operations and putting affected employees back to work. I want to thank Senator Donnelly and Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson for their leadership on the Carrier Task Force and commend our Indianapolis City-County Council which allocated the local match from the $1.2 million fund of recouped incentives, designated for the aid of Carrier workers.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-testifies-at-itc-hearing-on-welded-stainless-steel-pressure", "Visclosky Testifies at ITC Hearing on Welded Stainless Steel Pressure Pipe", "2016-09-22", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC - Below are the prepared remarks of Congressman Pete Visclosky from today\u2019s International Trade Commission (ITC) hearing on welded stainless steel pressure pipe.\u00a0\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I want to thank Chairman Williamson, Vice Chairman Johanson, all other members of the Commission, and the dedicated staff for the opportunity to testify today in the case involving welded stainless steel pressure pipe from India.\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Today is the fifth time I have testified before you in an antidumping and countervailing duty case in 2016.\u00a0 I am encouraged that the Commission has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to the diligent consideration of these cases, and I appreciate the continued opportunity to participate in those deliberations.\u00a0 However, I am concerned by how similar the facts of many of these cases seem to be and how consistently certain countries continue to violate our trade laws.\u00a0 Of the five cases I have testified in this year, this is the third involving products from India.\u00a0 Our foreign competitors are not backing down and we must not either.\u00a0 \n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The effect of these repeated trade law violations on the domestic pipe and tube market is glaringly evident.\u00a0 The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 4,000 steel jobs were lost in 2015. \u00a0Additionally, in 2015 imports captured 65 percent of the pipe and tube market share, an 11 percent increase from 2014.\u00a0 In that same time frame, domestic exports decreased by 38 percent.\u00a0 I encourage the Commission to continue to send a strong message to these countries that their unfair trade practices will not be tolerated and that if they continue to violate our trade laws they will be swiftly and significantly reprimanded. \n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The product we are discussing today, welded stainless steel pressure pipe, serves as a critical component in the processing of many essential products, including food, oil and gas, paper, and petrochemicals.\u00a0 This product is used particularly in corrosive environments, high temperature and pressure conditions, and in conditions that demand exceptionally high ease of maintenance and cleanliness.\u00a0 It is also used in nuclear power plants and liquefied natural-gas facilities.\u00a0 Ensuring that the highest quality, most reliable stainless steel pressure pipe products are being used in these cases is a matter of public safety.\u00a0 We cannot afford to use inferior products in such important elements of our energy infrastructure.\u00a0 American steelworkers make the best steel in the world, and they deserve to compete on a fair playing field with foreign competitors. \n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 On September 8, 2016, the Congressional Steel Caucus, of which I am the Vice Chairman, convened a round table with Ambassador Froman and Secretary Pritzker to discuss challenges facing the domestic steel industry.\u00a0 I appreciated their willingness to have this discussion and the efforts of the current administration to address illegal steel imports.\u00a0 Secretary Pritzker and Ambassador Froman highlighted the efforts of the Administration to convene a Global Forum on steel and the current enforcement actions being taken against countries that violate our trade laws.\u00a0 This Commission plays a critical role in holding these countries accountable and ensuring that our domestic producers have a fair chance to compete.\u00a0 It was a productive conversation, but we must do more and we must continue to be vigilant.\u00a0 \n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 In conclusion, I urge you to recognize the material injury caused by these imports.\u00a0 Indian steel producers have proven time and time again that they are unwilling to follow our trade laws.\u00a0 We must prove that time and time again we will hold them accountable for their illegal actions and act to protect American steelworkers and steel producers who are playing by the rules.\u00a0 \u00a0\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I thank you all for the opportunity to testify here today and appreciate your thorough investigation of the facts of this case.\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/indiana-leaders-announce-federal-grant-supporting-indianapolis-economic", "Indiana Leaders Announce Federal Grant Supporting Indianapolis Economic Initiatives", "2016-09-22", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07), Ranking Member of the House Economic Development Subcommittee, Senator Joe Donnelly and Mayor Joe Hogsett, joined the U.S. Commerce Department\u2019s Economic Development Agency (EDA) in announcing a generous grant to Indianapolis. This $355,000 grant will be used to better support the city\u2019s regional economic initiatives and fully develop the opportunities available through Indy\u2019s federal \u2018Promise Zone\u2019 designation.\n\nThe three-year grant will help support the hiring of a Recovery Coordinator/ Promise Zone Liaison for the City of Indianapolis. This person will be charged with helping to mitigate the hardships of unemployment and determine alternative employment opportunities for Hoosiers, especially those impacted by the closure of the Carrier facility.\n\n\u201cI met several times with the EDA Director for updates on their projects and to urge more resources for our city.\u201d said Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson. \u201cI look forward to continuing to work with the EDA and the City of Indianapolis to strengthen our region.\u201d\n\n\"This federal grant will help hard-working Hoosiers find new employment opportunities, including those workers harmed by Carrier\u2019s decision to ship Hoosier jobs to Mexico,\" said Senator Donnelly, who wrote a letter supporting the ciity's grant application. \"I was proud to support this effort to bring important, much-needed resources to Hoosier workers and attract new businesses to Indianapolis, helping local families and our community.\"\n\n\u201cSince Carrier announced the closure of their Indianapolis facility, the City\u2019s Carrier Task Force has worked tirelessly to convene resources and identify opportunities to aid the thousands of hard working families affected by this decision,\u201d said Mayor Joe Hogsett. \u201cToday\u2019s award by the EDA will provide invaluable opportunities for the community, helping to attract and grow manufacturing operations and putting affected employees back to work. I want to thank Senator Donnelly and Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson for their leadership on the Carrier Task Force and commend our Indianapolis City-County Council which allocated the local match from the $1.2 million fund of recouped incentives, designated for the aid of Carrier workers.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T21:01:54Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/sen-donnelly-asked-top-armed-forces-officials-about-implementation-of-sexton-act", "Sen. Donnelly asked top Armed Forces officials about implementation of Sexton Act", "2016-09-22", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Sen. Donnelly asked top Armed Forces officials about implementation of Sexton Act \n            During a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, Joe asked top officials from the U.S. Army, U.S Air Force, U.S. Marines and U.S. Navy to provide an update about how they are implementing Joe\u2019s Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act, which is now law and requires annual mental health assessments of all servicemembers.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-welcomes-hoosier-wwii-korean-and-vietnam-veterans-on-northeast-indiana-honor-flight-in-dc", "Donnelly Welcomes Hoosier WWII, Korean, and Vietnam Veterans on Northeast Indiana Honor Flight in D.C.", "2016-09-22", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Welcomes Hoosier WWII, Korean, and Vietnam Veterans on Northeast Indiana Honor Flight in D.C.\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, September 22, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014\u00a0Today, at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly greeted and thanked northeast Indiana veterans for their service to our country. The Northeast Indiana Honor Flight trip included nearly 80 Hoosier veterans.\r\n\r\nSenator Donnelly greets Hoosier veterans visiting D.C. with the Northeast Indiana Honor Flight Network trip. For more high resolution photos, click\u00a0here.\u00a0\r\nThe Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization created to honor America\u2019s military heroes by sponsoring veterans\u2019 trips to Washington, D.C., where they can visit and reflect at their memorials.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/indiana-leaders-announce-federal-grant-supporting-indianapolis-economic-initiatives", "Indiana Leaders Announce Federal Grant Supporting Indianapolis Economic Initiatives", "2016-09-22", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Indiana Leaders Announce Federal Grant Supporting Indianapolis Economic Initiatives\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tThree- year grant will help those impacted by the closure of Carrier\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, September 22, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C.\u2014 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07), and Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett, joined the U.S. Commerce Department\u2019s Economic Development Agency (EDA) in announcing a federal grant to Indianapolis. This $355,000 grant will be used to better support the city\u2019s regional economic initiatives and fully develop the opportunities available through Indy\u2019s federal\u00a0\u2018Promise Zone\u2019 designation.\r\nThe three-year grant will help support the hiring of a Recovery Coordinator/ Promise Zone Liaison for the City of Indianapolis. This person will be charged with helping to mitigate the hardships of unemployment and determine alternative employment opportunities for Hoosiers, especially those impacted by the closure of the Carrier facility.\r\nSenator Donnelly, who wrote a letter supporting the city's grant application, said, \u201cThis federal grant will help hard-working Hoosiers find new employment opportunities, including those workers harmed by Carrier\u2019s decision to ship Hoosier jobs to Mexico. I was proud to support this effort to bring important, much-needed resources to Hoosier workers and attract new businesses to Indianapolis, helping local families and our community.\u201d\r\nCongressman Andr\u00e9 Carson said, \u201cI met several times with the EDA Director for updates on their projects and to urge more resources for our city. I look forward to continuing to work with the EDA and the City of Indianapolis to strengthen our region.\u201d\r\nIndianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett said,\u00a0\u201cSince Carrier announced the closure of their Indianapolis facility, the City\u2019s Carrier Task Force has worked tirelessly to convene resources and identify opportunities to aid the thousands of hard working families affected by this decision. Today\u2019s award by the EDA will provide invaluable opportunities for the community, helping to attract and grow manufacturing operations and putting affected employees back to work. I want to thank Senator Donnelly and Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson for their leadership on the Carrier Task Force and commend our Indianapolis City-County Council which allocated the local match from the $1.2 million fund of recouped incentives, designated for the aid of Carrier workers.\u201d\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-helps-secure-purple-heart-for-wwii-veteran-from-muncie", "Donnelly Helps Secure Purple Heart for WWII Veteran from Muncie", "2016-09-21", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Helps Secure Purple Heart for WWII Veteran from Muncie\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tMedal award comes more than 70 years after the battlefield injury\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, September 21, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tMuncie, Ind. \u2013 Today, Muncie resident and World War II veteran Junior Howell received the Purple Heart medal, exactly 72 years after he was injured in World War II. Howell was hit by shrapnel during the Battle of Peleliu in the Pacific on September 21, 1944. He requested assistance from U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly whose office worked to secure the medal. Donnelly\u2019s staff was on hand in Muncie today for the award ceremony with the U.S. Marine Corps.\r\n\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cJunior Howell served our country with distinction during World War II, and it was a great honor to help him receive this long overdue Purple Heart. We owe our deepest gratitude to Junior Howell and thank him for his sacrifice.\u201d\r\nVeterans whose medals have been lost or destroyed can contact Donnelly\u2019s office in Indianapolis at 317-226-5555 for assistance replacing them. Donnelly\u2019s office may also be able to help veterans working to access medals they have earned.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-praises-action-on-miners-protection-act-calls-for-senate-passage", "Donnelly Praises Action on Miners Protection Act, Calls for Senate Passage", "2016-09-21", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Praises Action on Miners Protection Act, Calls for Senate Passage\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tBipartisan bill passed Senate Finance Committee today, now needs full Senate approval\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, September 21, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today released the following statement after the Senate Finance Committee passed the bipartisan Miners Protection Act, which would protect the health and pension benefits of thousands of American miners, including retired Hoosier miners.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cI am pleased that the Senate Finance Committee took action today and passed the Miners Protection Act, fulfilling its commitment to vote on this legislation. I urge the full Senate to act quickly, and I will keep pushing for passage of this bipartisan legislation, because these miners deserve the benefits they were promised and earned.\u201d\r\nIn Indiana, roughly 3,000 retired miners are receiving pension benefits and 1,500 are receiving health benefits and, without action, their benefits are at risk. Donnelly\u00a0spoke in support\u00a0of the Miners Protection Act\u00a0on the Senate floor in June, joining a bipartisan group of Senators calling for the Senate to act. Subsequently, Donnelly and the senators received a commitment that the bill would see committee action, which occurred today. Donnelly met with retired miners from Indiana earlier this month at their rally in Washington, D.C.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-we-must-do-more-to-help-prevent-military-and-veteran-suicide", "Donnelly: ‘We Must Do More to Help Prevent Military and Veteran Suicide’", "2016-09-21", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: \u2018We Must Do More to Help Prevent Military and Veteran Suicide\u2019\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tDuring floor speech, Senator recognizes Suicide Prevention Month and efforts to combat military suicide\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, September 21, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly spoke on the Senate floor in recognition of Suicide Prevention Month and called on Congress to continue working to combat military and veteran suicide and improve mental health care for servicemembers and veterans. Donnelly spoke about the need for Congress to finalize the national defense bill, which includes the third and final provision from his bipartisan \u201cServicemembers and Veteran Mental Health Care Package.\u201d The Senate passed the national defense bill earlier this year, including Donnelly\u2019s Frontline Mental Health Provider Training Act,\u00a0which would establish a pilot program to expand the use of physician assistants specializing in psychiatric care to help address the mental health provider shortage.\r\n\r\nTo see Senator Donnelly\u2019s speech click the image above or click here.\r\nDonnelly said, in part, during his speech, \u201cIt will take a consistent, concerted effort to bring the number of servicemember suicides down to zero\u2026We need to ensure the laws we\u2019ve passed, including the Sexton Act and the \u2018Care Package,\u2019 are implemented correctly, so these services reach the troops and veterans who need them most.\r\n\u201cThis year, the final provision of my bipartisan \u2018Care Package\u2019 passed the Senate as part of the national defense bill. This legislation can help make a difference for our servicemembers\u2026and I urge Congress to come together on a final defense bill that can be sent to the President and signed into law.\r\n\u201cWe must do more to help prevent military and veteran suicide.\u201d\r\nLast year, for the fourth year in a row, more U.S. troops were lost to suicide than in combat and on average an estimated 20 veterans a day take their own lives. In 2015, 475 servicemembers took their own lives. Prior to that we lost 443 servicemembers in 2014 and 474 servicemembers in 2013 to suicide.\r\nSince joining the Senate in 2013, Donnelly has worked to find bipartisan solutions to combat military suicide and had several provisions signed into law to strengthen mental health care for servicemembers and their families. Last year, provisions from his\u00a0\"Care Package,\"\u00a0were signed into law to help expand access to quality mental health care for servicemembers and veterans through the Department of Defense (DoD), as well as local community providers.\u00a0This followed his bipartisan legislation the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act becoming law in 2014, which requires an annual mental health assessment for all servicemembers.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-welcomes-hoosier-wwii-veterans-on-bluegrass-honor-flight-in-dc", "Donnelly Welcomes Hoosier WWII Veterans on Bluegrass Honor Flight in D.C.", "2016-09-21", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Welcomes Hoosier WWII Veterans on Bluegrass Honor Flight in D.C.\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, September 21, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014\u00a0Today, at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly greeted and thanked southeast Indiana veterans for their service. The Bluegrass Honor Flight trip included nearly 20 Hoosier veterans from southeast Indiana, including New Albany.\r\n\r\n\r\nSenator Donnelly greets Hoosier veterans visiting D.C. with the Bluegrass Honor Flight Network trip. For more high resolution photos, click\u00a0here.\u00a0\r\n\r\nThe Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization created to honor America\u2019s military heroes by sponsoring veterans\u2019 trips to Washington, D.C., where they can visit and reflect at their memorials.\r\n\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov/newsroom/statements-for-the-record/statement-in-support-of-hr-5147-babies-act", "Statement in Support of H.R. 5147, BABIES ACT", "2016-09-20", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Mr. Carson: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume.\nI support this bill, as amended, which directs the General Services Administration (GSA) to install baby changing stations in restrooms in public buildings across the Nation. I\u2019d also like to commend my colleague, the gentleman from Rhode Island (Mr. Cicilline), for his leadership on this issue, and for his willingness to work with me to bring this bill to the Floor today.\nThis is a simple and smart bill that makes public buildings more family friendly. Equal access to baby changing stations in Federal buildings, in both men\u2019s and women\u2019s restrooms across the country, is essential to protecting the health and safety of children, and encouraging a more accessible environment for parents and caregivers.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\nDespite the fact that the cost of a baby changing station is nominal, not all public buildings have baby changing stations in their restrooms.\u00a0As a result, many caretakers are forced to change their children on the floor or on the countertop of public restrooms.\u00a0Not only does this put the health and safety of babies at risk, but it also puts the health of other restroom patrons at risk.\nI\u2019m pleased that our Committee worked closely with Representative Cicilline to achieve the original purpose of the bill and to keep the costs down for this change in public policy. The amended bill directs GSA to include at least one baby changing station in the men\u2019s and women\u2019s restrooms on each floor of a public building. The requirements of this bill do not apply to any restrooms in Federal buildings which are not available to the public.\nFamilies should never have to face the hardship of inadequate baby changing facilities while in a public building.\u00a0The BABIES Act fixes this problem and make our public buildings more family-friendly.\u00a0This common-sense legislation will make lives easier for countless families across the country.\nI urge my colleagues to join me in supporting this legislation.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-calls-on-va-to-continue-engagement-on-crown-hill-cemetery-plan", "Donnelly Calls on VA to Continue Engagement on Crown Hill Cemetery Plan", "2016-09-20", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Calls on VA to Continue Engagement on Crown Hill Cemetery Plan\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator sends letter to VA Secretary\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, September 20, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly sent a letter to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Bob McDonald, asking that the VA continue to engage with Indianapolis citizens, local community groups, and area veterans as it constructs a columbarium in Crown Hill Cemetery.\r\nDonnelly said, in part, in his letter, \u201cI appreciate the VA\u2019s decision to select Indianapolis as a national cemetery site to serve tens of thousands of Hoosier veterans and their families in Central Indiana\u2026The successful completion of this project, however, will require sufficient input both from veterans as well as the local community\u2026 I ask that you continue to engage with all Hoosiers and listen to their thoughts and concerns about construction of the memorial.\u201d\r\nThe full text of the letter can be read here or below.\r\nSeptember 20, 2016\r\nThe Honorable Robert A. McDonald\r\nSecretary\r\nUnited States Department of Veterans Affairs\r\nWashington, DC\r\nDear Secretary McDonald:\r\nI am writing in regard to the intended construction of a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) national cemetery in Indianapolis, where the creation of columbaria is planned on the north side of Crown Hill Cemetery.\r\nI am proud of the men and women who have served our country, and one of my top priorities in Congress is to ensure veterans are honored with the care and respect they deserve. As such, I appreciate the VA\u2019s decision to select Indianapolis as a national cemetery site to serve tens of thousands of Hoosier veterans and their families in Central Indiana.\r\nThe successful completion of this project, however, will require sufficient input both from veterans as well as the local community. As plans for the columbarium cemetery progress, I ask that you continue to engage with all Hoosiers and listen to their thoughts and concerns about construction of the memorial. Thank you for your continued commitment to our nation\u2019s veterans. Please reach out to my office if we may provide any assistance.\u00a0\r\nSincerely,\r\nJoe Donnelly\r\nUnited State Senator\r\n\u00a0###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-announces-faa-grant-award-for-the-michigan-city-municipal", "Visclosky Announces FAA Grant Award for the Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field Airport", "2016-09-19", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congressman Visclosky announced today that the Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Aviation Administration has awarded a grant for the Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field Airport.\nThe $150,000 grant award will fund an environmental assessment of any potential environmental impact related to relocating US Highway 20 to improve the runway safety area.\nCongressman Pete Visclosky stated, \u201cMichigan City has consistently made progress to invest in their transportation infrastructure and invigorate their economy.\u00a0 I commend them on this latest investment in the airport that will continue to create benefits for current residents and draw new visitors to their great community.\u201d\nMichigan City Mayor Ron Meer stated, \u201cI would like to thank Congressman Visclosky for ensuring funding for the FAA Airport Improvement Program remains steadfast.\u00a0 I also want to thank FAA and the INDOT Office of Aviation as this funding allows our city to take another essential step forward in keeping our airfield safe for general aviation traffic.\u201d\nFor additional information on the FAA grant program, click here.\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-honors-life-of-dr-john-brademas-on-senate-floor", "Donnelly Honors Life of Dr. John Brademas on Senate Floor", "2016-09-15", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Honors Life of Dr. John Brademas on Senate Floor\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tIn floor speech, Donnelly highlights Brademas\u2019 leadership in Congress on behalf of Hoosiers and to advance causes including education, civil rights, and social justice\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, September 15, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014 During a floor speech today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly honored the life and service of Dr. John Brademas, a Mishawaka native, who previously represented Hoosiers for 22 years in the U.S. House of Representatives and served as President of New York University, and passed away in July. In Congress, Brademas served the then-Third congressional district and was a leading and effective legislator on issues involving schools, colleges, and universities, services for the disabled, and for libraries, museums, the arts and humanities.\r\n\r\nTo watch Senator Donnelly\u2019s speech, click the image above or click here.\r\nDonnelly said in part during his speech, \u201cJohn Brademas was an extraordinary public servant and a trailblazing leader. His achievements made a mark on Indiana and our country that can still be felt today\u2026 In Congress, he was always working, always pushing to make life better for Hoosiers and for all Americans\u2026\r\n\u201cOn a personal note, I was honored to call John Brademas my friend and my mentor. I got to know him after being elected to represent many of the same north central Indiana communities that he served so well in Congress for so long\u2026 John burned with a deep love for our country and with a desire to make the world a better place. The State of Indiana, the United States, and our world are so much better off because of Dr. John Brademas.\u201d\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-receives-guardian-of-small-business-award", "Donnelly Receives Guardian of Small Business Award", "2016-09-15", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Receives Guardian of Small Business Award\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tEarns recognition for supporting small business growth in Indiana \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, September 15, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) presented its Guardian of Small Business Award to U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly in recognition of his work on policies that support small businesses in Indiana and across the country. Earlier this year, Donnelly received the Spirit of Enterprise Award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for his support of policies that encourage economic growth and job creation.\r\n\r\nDonnelly receiving the NFIB\u2019s Guardian of Small Business Award today. To view HD version, click here.\r\nDonnelly, who is a former small business owner, said, \u201cSmall businesses are a cornerstone of Indiana\u2019s economy, employing nearly half our workers and driving job creation and opportunity. It is an honor to receive this award from the National Federation of Independent Businesses. I will continue working to ensure that small businesses have opportunities to grow and expand because their success is the foundation of success for communities and neighborhoods across the country.\u201d\r\nNFIB President and CEO Juanita Duggan said, \u201cMany elected officials claim that they are champions of small business, but our Guardian Award shows our members and other small business owners who is really fighting for them. Based on his voting record, Sen. Donnelly is one of the most reliable advocates for small business in Washington. NFIB is honored to present Sen. Donnelly with this award.\u201d\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-agreement-with-israel-critical-to-security-of-both-of-our-countries", "Donnelly: Agreement with Israel Critical to Security of Both of our Countries", "2016-09-14", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: Agreement with Israel Critical to Security of Both of our Countries\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator, who is Senate Armed Services Committee Strategic Forces Ranking Member, praises 10-year agreement to provide military aid to Israel\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWednesday, September 14, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement after the United States and Israel today signed a new 10-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) stating that the U.S. will provide record military aid to Israel.\r\nDonnelly, who serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee, said, \u201cThis agreement further strengthens the unbreakable bond between Israel and the United States. Our security partnership and this critical agreement will continue to advance our shared security interests, helping to protect Israel as well as our troops in the Middle East.\u201d\r\nDonnelly is Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee, which oversees U.S. missile defense programs, as well as U.S.-Israel collaborative missile defense programs, including Iron Dome, David\u2019s Sling and Arrow.\r\nDonnelly has long supported collaborative missile defense programs with Israel to help ensure that Israel has the cutting-edge technology it needs to counter a wide range of threats, including the ability to thwart enemy rocket attacks on civilian communities and to intercept ballistic missiles. Donnelly has visited Israel twice this year and met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on both occasions.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-announces-fra-grant-award-to-improve-the-east-chicago-train", "Visclosky Announces FRA Grant Award to Improve the East Chicago Train Station", "2016-09-13", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congressman Visclosky announced today that the Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has awarded a grant to improve the East Chicago Train Station.\u00a0\nThe $2,698,028 grant has been awarded to the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD) and will be used to improve access to the existing platform at the East Chicago Train Station.\u00a0 The goal of the project is to reduce congestion and improve safety.\u00a0 According to the Department of Transportation, approximately 12,000 commuters utilize the South Shore Rail Line during an average workday, and East Chicago is the most utilized station on the South Shore Rail Line.\nCongressman Pete Visclosky stated, \u201cI congratulate NICTD and the City of East Chicago for their initiative to secure funding for this invaluable project.\u00a0 There is a great momentum growing to improve and expand the transportation infrastructure of Northwest Indiana.\u00a0 This grant is the latest example of the transformational investments that are occurring that will have countless benefits for all the current residents in our communities and the next generation.\u201d\nCity of East Chicago Mayor Anthony Copeland stated, \u201cImproving the East Chicago Train Station will enhance our economic development and benefit every resident and visitor to our great City.\u00a0 I thank NICTD and Congressman Visclosky for their continued strong support for East Chicago.\u201d\nMichael Noland, President of NICTD, stated, \u201cThis is very welcome news to the South Shore\u2019s 3,500 daily passengers that use the East Chicago Train Station.\u00a0 It\u2019s extremely important that we find a solution to the single access way to the platform and we cannot thank Congressman Visclosky enough for helping us to address this need.\u201d\nFor additional information on the FRA grant program, click here.\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-lauds-action-to-level-playing-field-for-hoosier-farmers", "Donnelly Lauds Action to Level Playing Field for Hoosier Farmers", "2016-09-13", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Lauds Action to Level Playing Field for Hoosier Farmers\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenator has consistently advocated for farmers and workers against illegal international subsidies\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, September 13, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement after the United States filed a new case today against China at the World Trade Organization (WTO) alleging that the Chinese government has illegally subsidized its rice, wheat, and corn crops.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cTrade is important to our economy, and nobody knows that better than Hoosier farmers.\u00a0We also know, however, that trade only works when everyone plays by the same rules. Whether it\u2019s illegal subsidies for corn or steel, China continues to manipulate prices to undercut American farmers and manufacturers.\u00a0That is why I support strong efforts, like today\u2019s enforcement action, that hold the Chinese accountable, so we can ensure that Indiana\u2019s farmers can compete on a level playing field.\u201d\r\nDonnelly has consistently advocated for the U.S. to be active against foreign governments that undermine American farmers and workers through illegal subsidies, including in the agricultural and steel sectors. He has also supported legislation to expand export opportunities for Hoosier farmers.\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-15th-anniversary-of-911-attacks", "Donnelly Statement Regarding the 15th Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks", "2016-09-11", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Statement Regarding the 15th Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tSunday, September 11, 2016\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement in advance of Sunday\u2019s 15th Anniversary of the September 11th, 2001, terrorist attacks.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cFifteen years ago, friends and neighbors, sisters and brothers, mothers and fathers, sons and daughters were taken from us in senseless acts of terrorism. Across Indiana and the country, we mourn the innocent lives lost, pray for loved ones who are still with us, and recommit ourselves to honoring the memory of the victims through service to community and country. We must remain vigilant against those who threaten us, and continue to support our military in their effort to combat terrorism around the world. \u201d\r\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/donnelly-bill-would-help-vets-with-unpaid-medical-bills", "Donnelly Bill Would Help Vets With Unpaid Medical Bills", "2016-09-09", "2016", "2016-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Bill Would Help Vets With Unpaid Medical Bills\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                    By:\u00a0\r\n                    Jill Sheridan\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Friday, September 9, 2016\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            INDIANAPOLIS - There are over 476,000 Hoosier veterans, many of them seek health care through the Veterans Affairs, and a growing number are having difficulty with unpaid medical bills. \u00a0U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly has introduced a new proposal that seeks to protect these veterans from credit agencies.\u00a0\r\nThe Veterans Access, Choice, Accountability Act of 2014 expanded the number of health care options for veterans but has also led to a backlog of unpaid medical bills. U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly says he wants to address this problem.\r\n\"Some of our veterans are experiencing long wait times and issues making appointments through the veterans choice program.\" Said Donnelly. \"In addition, some are getting billed inappropriately because the Department of Veterans affairs has failed to pay providers in a timely fashion.\"\r\nThe legislation Donnelly co-authored would delay debt from being reported to credit agencies for one-year for vets who have accessed services through the Veterans Choice Program.\u00a0\r\nDeputy Director of Healthcare at the American Legion, Roscoe Butler says this bill ensure that veterans have access to care without the fear of financial problems.\r\n\"They deserve the very best quality health care the VA can provide.\" Butler said.\u00a0\r\nA companion bill in the U.S. House of Representatives also aims to address this issue.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"]], "truncated": false, "filtered_table_rows_count": 283, "expanded_columns": [], "expandable_columns": [], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "units": {}, "query": {"sql": "select url, title, date, year, month, party, chamber, state, member_name, bioguide_id, domain, scraper, source, date_source, text, has_text, collected_at, updated_at from releases where \"party\" = :p0 and \"state\" = :p1 and \"year\" = :p2 order by date desc limit 101", "params": {"p0": "Democrat", "p1": "IN", "p2": "2016"}}, "facet_results": {"party": {"name": "party", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=IN&year=2016", "results": [{"value": "Democrat", "label": "Democrat", "count": 283, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?state=IN&year=2016", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "chamber": {"name": "chamber", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=IN&year=2016", "results": [{"value": "House", "label": "House", "count": 283, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=IN&year=2016&chamber=House", "selected": false}], "truncated": false}, "state": {"name": "state", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=IN&year=2016", "results": [{"value": "IN", "label": "IN", "count": 283, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&year=2016", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "year": {"name": "year", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=IN&year=2016", "results": [{"value": "2016", "label": "2016", "count": 283, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=IN", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}}, "suggested_facets": [], "next": "2016-09-09,https~3A~2F~2Fwww~2Edonnelly~2Esenate~2Egov~2Fnewsroom~2Farticle~2Fdonnelly-bill-would-help-vets-with-unpaid-medical-bills", "next_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=IN&year=2016&_next=2016-09-09%2Chttps~3A~2F~2Fwww~2Edonnelly~2Esenate~2Egov~2Fnewsroom~2Farticle~2Fdonnelly-bill-would-help-vets-with-unpaid-medical-bills&_sort_desc=date", "private": false, "allow_execute_sql": true, "query_ms": 160.82983487285674, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}