{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where state = \"IN\" and year = 2022 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/youngs-pacific-islands-embassies-act-becomes-law/", "Young\u2019s Pacific Islands Embassies Act Becomes Law", "2022-12-28", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 The U.S. Pacific Islands Embassy Act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill aimed at countering the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) through increased American diplomacy in the Pacific, is now law. The legislation establishes physical U.S. Embassies on the Pacific Island nations of the Solomon Islands, Kiribati, and Tonga, and authorizes expanded physical presence on Vanuatu to reinforce American leadership in the Pacific region.\n\nU.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) were the Senate sponsors of the bill. This legislation was included as an amendment to the FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act, which was signed into law on December 23, 2022.\n\n\u201cThe Indo-Pacific is a region of active competition with China, and our Pacific Island partners are especially vulnerable to Chinese coercion. This new law will strengthen our diplomatic presence in the region and signal our resolve to our partners and allies,\u201d said Senator Young.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-local-projects-included-final-government-funding-law", "Mrvan Local Projects Included in Final Government Funding Law", "2022-12-27", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan has announced that over $20 million in Community Project Funding requests have been included in the final Fiscal Year 2023 appropriations package.\n\nAs the House and Senate have both approved this package, it is expected to be signed shortly into law by President Biden.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cOne of the fundamental lessons I have experienced in my first term of Congress is how success requires partnership and collaboration. I am grateful for all of these community partners for putting in the work to successfully identify and advocate for how the federal government can best help them in their dedicated services to Northwest Indiana. I look forward to continuing this type of work with the local stakeholders and all of my Congressional colleagues to advocate for good-paying jobs, law enforcement personnel, and infrastructure investments that lead to a growing economy for everyone.\u201d\n\nCongressman Mrvan's requests included in the final appropriations package are specified below.\n\n$4,500,000 \u2013 Calumet Region\n\nFunding will assist with environmental infrastructure improvements to address critical water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater sewer infrastructure improvements designed to alleviate deteriorated conditions, increase the efficacy of existing systems, and improve water quality impacts.\n\n$1,000,000 \u2013 Indiana Shoreline\n\nFunding will be provided to the USACE to assist with the shoreline restoration within the Indiana Dunes National Park near Mount Baldy in Michigan City, and protect this incredible economic asset and environmental resource for Northwest Indiana from erosion.\n\n$914,000 \u2013 Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor\n\nFunding allocated will allow the USACE-Chicago District to address the needs of Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor in Portage, Indiana and support operations and maintenance. Improvements made will support economic development within the City of Portage driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.\n\n$1,016,000 \u2013 Michigan City Harbor\n\nFunding allocated will allow the USACE-Chicago District to address the needs of Michigan City Harbor and support operations and maintenance. Improvements made will support economic development within the City of Michigan City driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.\n\n$400,000 \u2013 Porter County Sheriff\n\nFunding will assist the Porter County Sheriff\u2019s office in its efforts to invest in equipment upgrades to increase and improve efficiencies in the apprehension of subjects, locate missing persons, and to reduce property crimes.\n\n$215,000 \u2013 Whiting Police Department\n\nFunding will assist the Whiting Police Department to obtain license plate readers to assist officers in their ability to protect the community.\n\n$1,000,000 \u2013 Gary Police Department\n\nFunding will assist the Gary Police Department to obtain body-worn and in-car cameras to assist officers in their ability to protect the community.\n\n$1,500,000 \u2013 St. Catherine Hospital\n\nFunding will assist St. Catherine Hospital pursue its Cardiovascular Catheterization Table Project. The advanced technology elevates the care and image quality the hospital provides for diagnostic and interventional heart and vascular procedures to residents in the community.\n\n$1,000,000 \u2013 Valparaiso University School of Nursing\n\nFunding will assist Valparaiso University College of Nursing and Health Professionals upgrade its Skills Lab and Simulation Modernization Project, which supports the effort to create a strong pool of trained medical technologists to serve the region\u2019s health needs while laying the foundation to address the greater health care professional shortage.\n\n$100,000 \u2013 United Way of LaPorte County\n\nFunding will allow United Way of Greater LaPorte County to initiate a Youth Mental Health-Substance Abuse Assessment, to better address unmet needs in the community.\n\n$4,000,000 \u2013 Gary Chicago International Airport\n\nFunding will assist the Gary Chicago International Airport expand and construct a heavy cargo logistics apron for multiple users.\n\n$2,360,000 \u2013 Portage/Central Avenue\n\nFunding will assist the City of Portage to pursue additional phases of its Central Avenue Reconstruction Project.\n\n$750,000 \u2013 Fair Haven/Acquisition and Renovation\n\nFunding will assist Fair Haven in its efforts to provide safe and stable housing for adults who are fleeing or attempting to flee from dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking.\n\n$310,000 \u2013 Opportunity Enterprises\n\nFunding will assist Opportunity Enterprises to acquire equipment and technology to enhance the quality of services provided through the Lakeside Respite Center, improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families.\n\n$1,525,000 \u2013 Paladin\n\nFunding will assist Paladin with the rehabilitation and repurposing of its facility, including accessibility alterations, modernization of classrooms to provide appropriate engagement activities to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ADA updates and sensory-friendly spaces to support the community.\n\nFor additional information on the final appropriations law, click here, and for additional information on Congressman Mrvan\u2019s requests, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-carson-secures-big-wins-indianapolis-omnibus-package", "Rep. Carson Secures Big Wins for Indianapolis in Omnibus Package", "2022-12-23", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "December 23, 2022\n\nPackage includes $18 million for local projects and $2.5 billion increase to National Institutes of Health\n\nWASHINGTON, DC\u2014Today, Representative Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) voted to pass the FY\u201923 Omnibus Appropriations bill, that includes approximately $2.7 billion in Carson-led funding.\n\nThis government-wide funding bill will keep critical services and operations running through the next fiscal year. The package will now head to President Biden for signature.\n\n\u201cAs millions prepare to celebrate the holidays, Congress has been working to ensure critical services remain open through next year,\u201d said Rep. Carson. \u201cI\u2019m proud that several initiatives I led are included in the final package. These appropriations reflect the goals and priorities of my constituents, especially for hardworking, middle-class families who deserve to know their government is looking out for them.\u201d\n\nHighlights include NIH research funds to find cures and treatment for many illnesses; local funding for community-led projects that impact youth and vulnerable populations; protection against natural disasters; and financial literacy education. A breakdown of this funding is listed below.\n\n$18.3 million in local community projects in Indianapolis. Fifteen projects requested from local groups will be funded in total. A full list of the Indianapolis projects can be found here. Projects include:\n\nAfterschool programming\n\nSupport to children and families affected by substance misuse\n\nInvestments in parks\n\nJob training for youth and adults\n\nInfrastructure improvements from the airport to Market Street reconstruction\n\nA $2.5 billion increase to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including research to find cures and treatments for diseases that affect millions of Americans. This bipartisan effort led by Rep. Carson brings the total NIH budget to $47.459 billion. This funding will help spur economic growth, create jobs, and support lower healthcare costs.\n\n$15 million in funding for Pancreatic Cancer Research led by Rep. Carson. Pancreatic Cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths, disproportionately affecting Black Americans. This funding is imperative for finding innovative ways for early detection.\n\n$1,500,000 per state for Pre-Disaster Mitigation projects administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) programs to save lives by preventing and mitigating damage from natural disasters and the impacts of climate change. Estimates show that for every $1 invested in these kinds of programs, $11 are saved in post-disaster and related costs.\n\nThe inclusion of financial literacy education for at-risk groups. Rep. Carson led the inclusion of language to ensure Department of Education initiatives will address the low level of financial literacy among the adults, plus primary and secondary students in the U.S. The ultimate goal is to educate and empower consumers to make better-informed financial decisions.\n\n$150,000 for the historic establishment of an interfaith space in the U.S. House, led by Rep. Carson. Space has been available for Members of Congress, but not for staff and House employees, so he worked to create a space for prayer and meditation in House for staff of all faiths.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-issues-statement-omnibus-vote-0", "Rep. Spartz Issues Statement on Omnibus Vote", "2022-12-23", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) issued the following statement on the $1.7 trillion omnibus spending bill vote:\n\n\u201cThe wasteful omnibus bill passed by the House today saddles the next generation of Americans with more untold debt\u2014all while failing to address the most pressing issues we face: an out-of-control border crisis, record-high inflation, and energy security. It\u2019s unfortunate that Senate Republican leadership cut a deal with House Democrats and gave away leverage of the incoming Republican majority in the House. Therefore, I voted no,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cDemocrats are also playing politics with the situation in Ukraine by throwing in $9 billion in important security assistance funding within a much larger spending package full of left-wing pet projects \u2013 one that most Republicans cannot, in good conscience, support, instead of having a stand-alone package to show strong bipartisan support of Ukraine.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-spartz-publishes-op-ed-hill-hospital-monopolies-are-destroying-health", "ICYMI\u2026 Spartz Publishes Op-Ed in The Hill: Hospital Monopolies Are Destroying Health Care Value", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) published an op-ed for The Hill describing the hospital consolidation crisis which is engulfing our country.\n\n\u2026\n\nIn the op-ed, Rep. Spartz wrote, \u201cThe hospital merger trend has reached untold heights, with over 1,500 mergers in the past 20 years... This lack of competition has significant consequences for patients. Hospitals in highly concentrated markets charge higher prices for medical services and negotiate higher prices from health insurance providers, resulting in higher insurance premiums.\n\n\u2026\n\nIn my home state of Indiana, 91 percent of the hospital market is controlled by the largest hospital systems and over half of physicians are directly employed by the largest three hospital systems. As a result, Indiana has the 4th highest hospital facility prices in the country\u2026\n\nHospitals will argue that consolidation allows them to achieve economies of scale and thus provide better quality and more coordinated care to patients, but recent studies by Rice University and Harvard University suggest otherwise. In fact, a 2019 New York Times article by health economist Austin Frakt argues that rates of mortality increase when competition falls. Hence, not only is consolidation increasing the price of care, but it could be a matter of life or death for patients.\n\n\u2026\n\nThe federal government created this hospital monopoly problem, so we now have two choices \u2014 either we restore competition by eliminating monopoly protections, or we form a complete monopoly \u2014 a full government takeover of health care. I prefer the former and have introduced legislation to remove barriers to competition and make health care more affordable for all Americans.\u201d\n\nRep. Spartz introduced a legislative package this year aimed at removing barriers to competition and making health care more affordable for all Americans. The legislative texts can be viewed HERE and HERE.\n\nThe full op-ed can be viewed HERE. For more information, please visit Spartz.House.Gov.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartzs-war-crimes-bill-passes-both-chambers-heads-presidents-desk", "Spartz's War Crimes Bill Passes Both Chambers, Heads to President\u2019s Desk", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act, led by Reps. Victoria Spartz (IN-05), David Cicilline (RI-01), Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and Patrick Leahy (D-VT). This bipartisan, bicameral legislation passed the Senate by unanimous consent earlier this week.\n\n\u201cWar criminals should never be able to escape justice in the United States,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cI was proud to co-lead this bipartisan, bicameral legislation with Rep. Cicilline and I am grateful to my colleagues for voting to close this loophole for good.\u201d\n\nIf enacted, the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act would close a loophole in the federal statute to enable prosecution of war criminals who commit atrocities against non-U.S. citizens overseas. Currently, aliens who commit war crimes abroad could be immune to prosecution on U.S. soil, effectively giving them safe haven in the United States. This legislation would ensure that all war crimes are prosecutable under our law.\n\n\u201cWe cannot allow the United States to be a safe haven for war criminals to avoid accountability. With this legislation, we will ensure that any person present in the United States, regardless of nationality, can be brought to justice for their brutal, unwarranted, and illegal human rights violations committed under the guise of war. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation finally negates the \u2018get out of jail free card\u2019 that has existed in our judicial system for far too long,\u201d said Rep. Cicilline.\n\nFollowing the House and Senate\u2019s unanimous passage of this legislation this week, the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act will head to the President\u2019s desk for signature.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-introduce-bill-to-help-small-businesses-grow-and-expand/", "Young, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Help Small Businesses Grow and Expand", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), and Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) introduced the Solving the Unnecessary Contracting Cliff for Enterprises to Scale Successfully (SUCCESS) Act, bipartisan legislation to encourage the growth of small construction and engineering businesses as they compete in the federal marketplace.\n\nAfter hearing from constituent employers about the \u201ccontracting cliff\u201d that was impacting their ability to compete, I am pleased to introduce the SUCCESS Act,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cThis bill will pilot a way for advanced small businesses to bridge the gap when growing from a small company to what is referred to as an \u201cother-than-small\u201d business in federal contracting terms. Removing barriers for job creators is an important way to increase the competitiveness of our industrial base.\u201d\n\nUnder current regulations, federal contractors transitioning from \u201csmall\u201d to \u201cother-than-small\u201d status are ineligible for set-aside contracts, throwing newly-minted mid-sized firms into head-to-head competition against multinational conglomerates in highly concentrated sectors.\n\nConsequently, some small businesses are dissuaded from growing and expanding their operations, should they then be ineligible for certain federal contracts. This often applies even to companies that had previously been capable of fulfilling these contracts. Typically referred to as the \u201ccontracting cliff,\u201d this problem means there are very few mid-sized competitors within the federal marketplace, which, when combined with fewer new businesses in the market, has contributed to an existential shrinking of the industrial base.\n\nThe SUCCESS Act would allow small businesses within the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Codes 236220 (commercial and institutional building construction) or 541330 (engineering services) to elect to participate in a seven-year pilot program upon outgrowing their NAICS size standard, which would qualify them as \u201csmall\u201d for federal contracts above a certain dollar threshold. To complete the program, participating firms would need to certify that they have met applicable activity targets and complied with certain restrictions to protect the smallest of small businesses.\n\n\u201cAs a small business federal contractor, it never really made sense to try to grow the business beyond small business status. A 2019 GAO report confirmed this reality, noting only 2.5% of small business federal contractors that outgrow their size standard successfully transition to the next levels. This transitioning initiative paves the way for a meaningful level of growth to enable companies in Indiana and across the country to remain viable at the next size level of federal government contracting. Our thanks to Senator Young for understanding the issues and putting forth thoughtful legislation that dramatically improves our odds of success,\u201d said Luke Leising, President of Indianapolis-based Guidon Design.\n\n\u201cWe should all be concerned with the shrinking defense industrial base and its adverse impact on the economy and our national security. This transitioning initiative gives federal contractor owners in Indiana and throughout the United States a real chance to take our companies to the next level \u2013 to not only grow and remain competitive in the federal contracting market, but also to help grow the economy and strengthen our defense industrial base. Many thanks to Senator Young for acknowledging these challenges and sponsoring this legislation, which will have direct and meaningful impact in each of these areas,\u201d said Mercedes Enrique, President of Bargersville-based CMS Corporation.\n\nU.S. Representatives Andy Barr (R-KY-06), Jason Crow (D-CO-06), and Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-MO-03) introduced the House companion version of the bill today.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-joins-efforts-to-ensure-accountability-from-fcc-on-broadband-mapping/", "Young Joins Efforts to Ensure Accountability from FCC on Broadband Mapping", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, joined a bipartisan group of colleagues in sending a letter to Jessica Rosenworcel, Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), to ensure the FCC\u2019s national broadband maps satisfy the goals of the Broadband DATA Act and provide a reliable depiction of broadband availability across the nation.\n\n\u201cWe have heard from constituents, state and local governments, and service providers alike of continuing concerns about the accuracy of the map, ranging from persistent issues with missing or incorrect serviceable locations to potentially overstated claims of coverage by providers,\u201d the senators wrote. \u201cTo ensure the map can be used for decisions about where to direct tens of billions of dollars for broadband deployment, it is critical that these issues be examined and addressed in a systematic and thorough manner.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe recognize that these steps will require more work now in ensuring all serviceable locations are represented and in sorting through challenges as to the availability of service and to the underlying Fabric data,\u201d the senators continued. \u201cBut these processes must not be short-cut or millions of Americans in need of broadband risk being short-changed.\u201d\n\nSenator Young joined Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), and Jon Tester (D-Mont.) in signing the letter.\n\nTo ensure accountability and accuracy, the senators\u2019 letter asks the FCC to:\n\nWork with stakeholders to make sure that all serviceable locations are represented on the map.\n\nUpdate the Fabric more than twice each year.\n\nMake sure that providers are held accountable for their reports if they are found to have overreported coverage.\n\nEnsure that its crowdsourcing process works effectively and promptly in response to parties filing robust testing data regarding performance of services that are available.\n\nFull text of the letter is available here and below:\n\nDear Chairwoman Rosenworcel,\n\nWe write today to highlight important next steps in ensuring that the national broadband map being developed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ultimately satisfies the goals of the Broadband DATA Act and provides a reliable depiction of broadband availability across the country.\n\nAs an initial matter, we appreciate the efforts of you, your colleagues on the FCC, and the FCC staff in seeking to develop a nationwide Fabric that identifies serviceable locations and in amassing data detailing the level of broadband service available to each of them. We appreciate that this has involved the creation of a new means of capturing and presenting such data, and we are pleased that the public can now view a preliminary version of the map reflecting initial location estimates and initial service coverage reports from providers.\n\nBut for all of the work done to date, as you and others have noted on multiple occasions, this is an \u201citerative\u201d process. We have heard from constituents, state and local governments, and service providers alike of continuing concerns about the accuracy of the map, ranging from persistent issues with missing or incorrect serviceable locations to potentially overstated claims of coverage by providers. To ensure the map can be used for decisions about where to direct tens of billions of dollars for broadband deployment, it is critical that these issues be examined and addressed in a systematic and thorough manner.\n\nAccountability and accuracy must be paramount moving forward. A more granular map will be of little use if there is little confidence in the results and if providers are not accountable for reporting accurately. We encourage you therefore to work with stakeholders of all kinds to make sure that all serviceable locations are in fact represented on the map, such as by making it relatively simple for adjustments to be made to the Fabric. We also recommend that the Fabric be updated more than twice each year and that such updates, especially when adding new locations, also enable the identification of the locations as served or not.\n\nSimilarly, we encourage you to make sure that providers are accountable for their reports \u2013 not just after the fact if they are found to have overreported coverage, but on the front end even prior to the map being finalized. This is especially important precisely because choices as to how billions of broadband dollars will be spent or not will turn on these claims. We therefore ask, for example, that you not allow a provider to claim coverage at locations where challengers can demonstrate they have tried to request service and been told the service is unavailable or cannot be delivered within 10 business days. Likewise, if a challenger submits robust testing data or publicly available coverage data indicating that a provider\u2019s signals cannot in fact be received at a given location as promised, this should disqualify the provider from claiming to serve that location. In addition, the Commission should ensure that its crowdsourcing process works effectively and promptly in response to parties filing robust testing data regarding performance of services that are available.\n\nWe recognize that these steps will require more work now in ensuring all serviceable locations are represented and in sorting through challenges as to the availability of service and to the underlying Fabric data. But these processes must not be short-cut or millions of Americans in need of broadband risk being short-changed.\n\nThank you again for your work thus far in developing the map and for your attention to this letter. We look forward to continuing to work with you to promote accountability on the part of reporting providers and to ensure that we are working from a map that is both granular and accurate in making responsible decisions about distributing valuable taxpayer resources for broadband deployment.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-supports-boost-for-national-defense-in-annual-government-funding-package/", "Young Supports Boost for National Defense in Annual Government Funding Package", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) voted in favor of H.R. 2617, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, a package that rebalances America\u2019s priorities and adheres to the Republican framework for appropriations negotiations \u2013 an increase for defense funding, a significant reduction for non-defense funding, preservation of all legacy policy riders including the Hyde Amendment, and no partisan poison pills. The bill includes a 10% increase in defense funding, a military pay raise, a down payment for implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act, critical assistance for Ukraine, and funding for the federal government for Fiscal Year 2023. The legislation passed the Senate 68-29.\n\n\u201cThis legislation provides our Armed Forces with increased resources and the certainty needed to address threats to our national security while also cutting the Biden Administration\u2019s wasteful non-defense budget request by more than half,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cI\u2019m also pleased the bill includes a down payment for implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act, another priority important to our national security.\n\n\u201cWhile I\u2019m disappointed in the process and there are many things in this package that I don\u2019t support, there is no feasible alternative method for getting this critical funding for defense. Going forward, I will continue to advocate for a return to regular order for government funding through passing a budget and then passing the twelve annual spending bills individually. However, that requires cooperation from members who often like to unreasonably slow progress on bills that have no chance of being signed into law.\u201d\n\nSenator Young priorities included in the bill:\n\nEmergency Savings Act, introduced by Senators Young and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) to facilitate convenient and affordable access to workplace emergency savings accounts, helping families create stable emergency savings for unforeseen expenses, while keeping retirement accounts intact for the future.\n\nSpecial Needs Trust Improvement Act, authored by Senators Young and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) to give families greater flexibility in choosing the remainder beneficiary of trusts established for a loved one with a disability or chronic illness.\n\nElectoral Count Reform Act, bipartisan legislation cosponsored by Senator Young to reform and modernize the 1887 Electoral Count Act, which governs the joint session of Congress in which each state\u2019s electoral votes are counted in accordance with the Twelfth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.\n\nManufacturing.gov Act, to revamp the manufacturing.gov website, and establish a single hub for information and questions relating to federal manufacturing programs. This legislation, introduced by Senators Young and Gary Peters (D-Mich.), is the result of a 2017 report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office which found that the federal government maintains 58 different manufacturing programs across 11 federal agencies.\n\nExtension of telehealth services under Medicare for two years, which builds on Senator Young\u2019s Telehealth Extension and Evaluation Act to ensure seniors continue to benefit from important remote health care services.\n\nFunding for the following programs Senator Young supports was also included:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/youngs-bipartisan-data-mapping-to-save-moms-lives-act-signed-into-law/", "Young\u2019s Bipartisan Data Mapping to Save Moms\u2019 Lives Act Signed into Law", "2022-12-21", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), and Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) applauded news that President Biden has signed their bipartisan Data Mapping to Save Moms\u2019 Lives Act into law. The legislation would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to identify areas where high rates of poor maternal health outcomes overlap with lack of access to broadband services in order to pinpoint where telehealth services can be most effective.\n\n\u201cUnfortunately, Indiana has one of the worst maternal mortality rates in the country. I\u2019m glad the President has now signed our Data Mapping to Save Moms\u2019 Lives Act into law to improve the lives of Hoosier mothers and families. This new law will identify where high maternal mortality rates coincide with lack of broadband services to help ensure these regions have access to the life-saving telehealth services that pregnant women need for better care,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\n\u201cI am proud to have worked in a bipartisan way to pass this critical law that will help better target where telemedicine improvements will be most effective to improve outcomes for expectant mothers and save lives,\u201d said Senator Rosen. \u201cThe Data Mapping to Save Moms\u2019 Lives law will go a long way towards improving maternal health outcomes for women in Nevada and across the country.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-solidify-us-position-regarding-the-tibet-china-conflict/", "Young, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Solidify U.S. Position Regarding the Tibet-China Conflict", "2022-12-20", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at promoting a resolution to the ongoing Tibet-China conflict. The legislation reaffirms Tibetans\u2019 right to self-determination as a people and clarifies that current Chinese government refusal to engage in meaningful negotiations over the unresolved conflict fails to meet U.S. government expectations.\n\n\u201cThe Chinese Communist Party\u2019s (CCP) aggression towards Tibet is self-serving, with negotiations on the CCP\u2019s terms. We must refresh U.S. policy towards Tibet, and push for negotiations that advance freedoms for the Tibetan people and peaceful resolution to the CCP\u2019s conflict with the Dalai Lama,\u201dsaid Senator Young. \u201cThis bill demonstrates America\u2019s resolve that the CCP\u2019s status quo \u2013 both in Tibet and elsewhere \u2013 is not acceptable.\u201d\n\n\u201cAmerica\u2019s values supporting freedom and self-determination for all people must be at the center of all of our actions and relationships around the world\u2014especially as the Chinese government pushes an alternative vision,\u201d said Senator Merkley. \u201cThis legislation makes clear that the United States views the Tibet-China conflict as unresolved and that the people of Tibet deserve a say in how they are governed. It sends a clear message to the People\u2019s Republic of China: we expect meaningful negotiations over Tibet\u2019s status and do not view current Chinese government actions as meeting those expectations.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Tibetan people, who have sought nothing more than good faith negotiations to resolve Tibet\u2019s political status, have long been subjected to brutal persecution and their culture relentlessly attacked by the Chinese Government,\u201d said Senator Leahy. \u201cThis bill reaffirms that Tibet has never been part of China, and that U.S. support for the right of the Tibetan people to self-determination is unwavering.\u201d\n\nThe Chinese government\u2019s human rights violations in Tibet have continued despite international calls to negotiate a meaningful, lasting, and peaceful resolution. The Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Conflict Act will help to clarify America\u2019s position that it considers the People\u2019s Republic of China\u2019s rule in Tibet as unresolved in the absence of an agreement with Tibetan leadership based on negotiation, not subjugation.\n\nThe Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Conflict Act will:\n\nMake it official U.S. policy that the conflict between Tibet and China is unresolved and that Tibet\u2019s legal status remains to be determined under international law.\n\nRecognize that Tibetans have a right to self-determination\u2014and that China\u2019s policies preclude them from exercising that right.\n\nFault China for failing to meet expectations of participating in dialogue with the Dalai Lama or his representatives.\n\nReject as \u201chistorically false\u201d China\u2019s claim that Tibet has been part of China since ancient times.\n\nEmpower the Office of the Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues to counter Communist Party disinformation about the history of Tibet, the Tibetan people, and Tibetan institutions, including His Holiness the Dalai Lama.\n\n\u201cThe fact that this bill has now been introduced on a bipartisan, bicameral basis demonstrates the American people\u2019s broad support for His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan cause. The people of the United States want justice and human rights in Tibet, and the Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Conflict Act is a vital step toward achieving that goal through peaceful dialogue between the two sides. ICT thanks Sens. Merkley, Young and Leahy for their leadership in introducing the bill today, and we look forward to working with them to make this bill law,\u201d The International Campaign for Tibet said.\n\nThis bill is the Senate companion bill to H.R. 8365, introduced in the House by Representatives Jim McGovern (D-MA-02) and Michael McCaul (R-TX-10).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-sends-letter-fbi-director-wray-formally-requesting-investigation", "Spartz Sends Letter to FBI Director Wray Formally Requesting Investigation", "2022-12-19", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz sent a letter to FBI Director Christopher Wray formally requesting an investigation into potential attempts to interfere with her election and threats against a U.S. government official.\n\nAs a result of the Congresswoman\u2019s letters sent to the Biden Administration this summer requesting better briefings, oversight and accountability to Congress and the American people on the financial and security assistance to Ukraine for the sake of the heroic Ukrainian people and our strategic interest, some progress has been made. However, these letters have also prompted vicious personal attacks and baseless allegations from some members of the Ukrainian government, including through the almost fully government-controlled Ukrainian media.\n\nCongresswoman Spartz believes that some recent developments in Ukraine pose additional threats and require an investigation by our agencies. See the letter below and billboard images with Rep. Spartz\u2019s official congressional photo, name and the following statement: \u201cOur president has to purge Russian FSB agents in any kind of office\u201d installed in Khmelnitsky region of Ukraine.\n\n\u201cAn attack on a U.S. Representative in the course of performing her constitutional duties is an attack on the American people and requires serious consideration,\u201d Rep. Spartz said.\n\nThe full letter text can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-announce-senate-passage-of-bipartisan-legislation-to-support-fish-and-wildlife-restoration-in-the-great-lakes/", "Young, Colleagues Announce Senate Passage of Bipartisan Legislation to Support Fish and Wildlife Restoration in the Great Lakes", "2022-12-19", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), and Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) announced that the Senate passed their bipartisan legislation to support fish and wildlife restoration in the Great Lakes. The Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Reauthorization Act reauthorizes critical resources to conserve and protect fish and wildlife populations in the Great Lakes. The bill will now head to the President\u2019s desk to be signed into law.\n\n\u201cMany Americans across the country consider the Great Lakes to be a crown jewel of North America,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cReauthorizing the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act will provide the critical resources necessary to revive habitats across the Great Lakes Basin.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Great Lakes are a major part of Minnesotans\u2019 way of life, providing clean drinking water, fish and wildlife habitat, and opportunities for outdoor recreation,\u201d said Senator Klobuchar. \u201cOur bipartisan legislation will provide resources to protect fish and wildlife, combat threats such as invasive species, and help ensure Minnesotans can safely enjoy the Great Lakes for years to come. Now that this bill has passed the Senate, I look forward to seeing it swiftly signed into law.\u201d\n\n\u201cI applaud the Senate for passing the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act, which helps protect Lake Erie by delivering resources to Ohio and the Great Lakes region to address the greatest threats to our fish and wildlife \u2014 threats like invasive species and habitat degradation,\u201d said Senator Portman. \u201cBy reauthorizing this program through FY 2027, we are providing the Fish and Wildlife Service with the resources it needs to protect our Lakes and preserve our environment for generations to come. I look forward to it being sent to the president\u2019s desk for his signature shortly.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-votes-to-support-troops-modernize-response-to-global-threats/", "Young Votes to Support Troops, Modernize Response to Global Threats", "2022-12-16", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Last night, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bill passed the Senate 83-11 and will now head to the President\u2019s desk to be signed into law.\n\nThe NDAA is the annual legislative vehicle that authorizes all programs and spending for the Department of Defense (DoD). Young, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate and Marine who serves on the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, worked on provisions of the legislation that will modernize our military and respond to threats from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).\n\n\u201cAt a time of increasing threats and heightened national security challenges, this critical bill takes big steps in putting the United States on a better trajectory to out-compete the Chinese Communist Party, invest in a 21st Century Arsenal of Democracy, and provide our brave men and women in uniform with the support they deserve.\n\n\u201cXi Jinping and the Chinese Communist Party are telegraphing their regional and global ambitions, and this bill will help us better deter and defend against the CCP\u2019s increasingly aggressive behavior, including through Senate Foreign Relations Committee provisions incorporated in the bill to reinforce the security of Taiwan.\n\n\u201cFinally, I am glad that the bill contains a consensus, bipartisan version of the BURMA Act, which will support the Burmese people in their time of need, push the Administration to impose new sanctions on those committing horrific human rights abuses, and ensure that the whole of the U.S. government is working together to restore democracy in Burma. I am grateful for the continued work and advocacy of Indiana\u2019s Burmese community on this important issue,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\nAs passed, the NDAA provides our troops a 4.6 percent pay increase and proposes a 12 percent increase over last year\u2019s military budget, which will help support our military during the worst inflation in decades.\n\nThe bill also makes critical investments in our nation\u2019s industrial base to ensure that our military is equipped for future fights and to backfill the supply of munitions that have been provided to Ukraine to defend against Russia\u2019s invasion.\n\nSenator Young secured a number of key priorities in the legislation.\n\nSenator Young\u2019s provisions in the NDAA:\n\nThe retirement of Air Force A-10 fighter jets will clear the way for the 122nd Fighter Wing in Fort Wayne to transition to the F-16 fighter, better equipping it for future fights and ensuring the Wing is well-positioned for future decisions regarding the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.\n\nBipartisan Burma provisions will support the efforts of the National Unity Government to reform Burma\u2019s constitution, support the restoration of the legitimate government, and hold the Burmese military and its international backersaccountable for their crimes.\n\nHypersonic weapon research reporting requirements build upon a proposal submitted by Senator Young to the Armed Services Committee that will ensure thatacademic and private-sector partners are not overlooked in the DOD\u2019s efforts to field an effective hypersonic weapon. Indiana is a national leader in this research, through entities like Purdue University, the University of Notre Dame, and Rolls-Royce.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=290", "Baird Applauds Fair Oaks Farms, LLC and Lake States Dairy Center, Inc Investment through the Jasper Newton Foundation in Childhood Education", "2022-12-15", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.\u2014 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement in support of local business\u2019 investment in early childhood education:\n\n\u201cEducation is essential to creating opportunities and laying a foundation for success for the next generation of Hoosiers,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cPartnerships between local businesses like Fair Oaks Farms, LLC, Lake States Dairy Center, Inc, and the local government gives Jasper and Newton County families the resources they desperately need to provide access to quality childcare and early education, and I applaud their efforts to serve our community on such an impactful level.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nThe Jasper Newton Foundation is partnering with Fair Oaks Farms, LLC and Lake States Dairy Center, Inc to bring $150,000 in funding to increase the access and availability of high-quality early childhood education classroom opportunities in Jasper and Newton Counties which will increase the number of classroom seats in both counties over the next three years.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-lead-letter-against-mexicos-proposed-ban-on-genetically-engineered-corn/", "Young, Colleagues Lead Letter Against Mexico\u2019s Proposed Ban on Genetically Engineered Corn", "2022-12-15", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), and a bipartisan group of senators sent a letter to the United States Trade Representative (USTR) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) expressing concern over Mexico\u2019s efforts to ban U.S. genetically engineered corn.\n\nIn 2020, Mexican President Lopez Obrador issued a presidential decree that Mexico would phase out the use of genetically modified corn by 2024. Such an action is unsupported by science and would run afoul of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement (USMCA).\n\n\u201cThese actions are unsupported by science and a breach of USMCA. It would be detrimental to food security in Mexico, hurt U.S. agricultural sustainability, and stifle future agricultural technology innovations that would benefit both nations. While we appreciate the efforts of USTR and USDA to resolve this issue by engaging with Mexican officials, we also encourage the administration to consider all options available in an effort to hold Mexico to their trade commitments including pursuing a dispute settlement process through USMCA,\u201d the senators wrote in their letter.\n\nAdditional cosigners of the letter include U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-Ark.), Debbie Stabebow (D-Mich.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Michael Rounds (R-S.D.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), John Thune (R-S.D.), and Rob Portman (R-Ohio).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=289", "Baird Votes Against Congressional Democrats\u2019 Temporary Funding Bill", "2022-12-14", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.\u2014 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) issued the following statement on Congressional Democrats\u2019 temporary funding measure:\n\n\u201cThis short stop-gap funding bill\u2014which expires next week\u2014 falls woefully short of what Americans deserve and is yet another reminder of Congressional Democrats\u2019 failure to govern responsibly,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cThe American people need certainty amid soaring inflation rates eating away at their savings, not another 11th hour attempt by Congressional Democrats to narrowly avert a government shutdown. We simply cannot afford a haphazard approach to something as serious as funding the government, which is why I voted against their continuing resolution.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-named-afp-pioneers-prosperity-list-policy-champions", "Spartz Named by AFP to \u201cPioneers for Prosperity\u201d List of Policy Champions", "2022-12-14", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) was named to Americans for Prosperity\u2019s first ever \u201cPioneers for Prosperity\u201d list of policy champions for the 117th Congress. Americans for Prosperity is the leading grassroots organization fighting for lower taxes and limited government.\n\n\u201cI am honored to be named to the list of policy leaders in Congress and I am committed to keep delivering free enterprise policy solutions benefiting all Americans,\u201d said Rep. Spartz.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-and-jayapal-introduce-bill-stop-hospital-anticompetitive-behavior", "Spartz and Jayapal Introduce Bill to Stop Hospital Anticompetitive Behavior", "2022-12-13", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON - U.S. Representatives Victoria Spartz (IN-05) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) today introduced the bipartisan Stop Anticompetitive Healthcare Act. The bill would amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to expand antitrust enforcement to non-profit hospitals. Currently, the FTC has no ability to stop anticompetitive actions by non-profit hospital systems.\n\n\u201cHospital consolidation and lack of competition is a major factor driving unsustainable health care prices,\u201d said Congresswoman Victoria Spartz. \u201cMore than one of eight Americans and one of six Hoosiers are in collections due to medical debt, which is unacceptable. Non-profit hospital status should not be a loophole to avoid antitrust enforcement.\u201d\n\n\u201cBeing able to access quality, affordable healthcare is crucial to living well and to thriving. There is no question that hospital consolidation hurts patients by causing healthcare costs to jump and removing choice,\u201d said Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal. \u201cMy bipartisan bill with Congresswoman Spartz would put in important guardrails to prevent corporations from putting profits over proper patient care without changing anything else about a hospital\u2019s non-profit status. We are saying enough is enough with corporate profiteering off people\u2019s illnesses in our healthcare system.\u201d\n\nA 2020 report by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission found that hospital mergers lead to higher healthcare prices for patients. An analysis by the New York Times also found that hospital consolidation virtually eliminated competition and caused hospital admission costs to rise. Areas with the highest rate of hospital consolidation had prices go up between 11% and 54%.\n\nWorking Americans bear the brunt of hospital mergers, with higher costs and diminished quality of care. Preventing hospitals from engaging in anticompetitive behavior that stifles choice and the ability to seek affordable, quality care will be crucial to lowering healthcare costs for working families.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-recognizes-hoosier-students-interning-in-washington-this-fall/", "Young Recognizes Hoosier Students Interning in Washington this Fall", "2022-12-13", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) recognized Hoosier students who participated in the fall session of his internship program in Washington, D.C.\n\nThe students assisted legislative and communications staff with daily activities and special projects. The intern class included [as pictured from left to right] Mason Pickett, a junior from Fort Wayne attending Indiana University; Jasmeen Saini, a junior from Fishers attending Butler; Mia Schul, a junior from West Lafayette attending Indiana University; and Katelyn Rickert, a junior from Brownsburg attending Georgetown University.\n\nSenator Young\u2019s office offers internship opportunities year-round, in both his Washington and Indianapolis offices. The internship program offers students the opportunity to experience the legislative branch of government and serve Hoosiers.\n\nStudents interested in applying can visit Senator Young\u2019s internship webpage or call (202)-224-5623 to learn more.\n\nSenator Young released a video to provide more information about the internship program.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-section-232-steel-tariffs-response-wto-announcement", "Mrvan Statement on Section 232 Steel Tariffs in Response to WTO Announcement", "2022-12-12", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the following statement in response to the recent World Trade Organization (WTO) announcement regarding the U.S. Section 232 steel tariffs.\n\n\u201cAs a Co-Chair of the Congressional Steel Caucus and representative for one of the largest steel producing districts in our nation, I have adamantly supported the value and continuation of the Section 232 steel tariffs. The American steel industry and our incredible steelworkers are essential to the strength of our national economy and our national defense. We must not rely on foreign nations that violate U.S. trade laws and use illegal subsidies to provide steel products that are necessary for our national security, including the construction of our tanks, aircraft carriers, and armored vehicles. The recent pandemic has demonstrated the strategic importance of our supply chain networks, and I look forward to continuing to work with the administration and all of my colleagues to ensure that American steelworkers, producers, and all manufacturers can compete on a level playing field.\u201d\n\nIn the 117th Congress, Congressman Mrvan has taken the following actions in support of the Section 232 steel tariffs:\n\nOn February 2, 2021, Rep. Mrvan led a Congressional Steel Caucus letter to President Biden in support of the Section 232 steel tariffs.\n\nOn March 24, 2021, Rep. Mrvan issued a statement in support of the Economic Policy Institute\u2019s report that found that Section 232 tariffs delivered immediate benefits to the domestic steel industry.\n\nOn July 20, 2022, Rep. Mrvan convened a Congressional Steel Caucus hearing with domestic steel industry representatives that highlighted the value of Section 232 steel tariffs.\n\nOn July 21, 2022, Rep. Mrvan testified during the U.S. International Trade Commission\u2019s hearing on the economic impact of Section 232 steel tariffs.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-announces-winner-2022-congressional-app-challenge", "Rep. Spartz Announces Winner of the 2022 Congressional App Challenge", "2022-12-12", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Fishers, IN \u2013 Last week, Rep. Spartz announced KJ Sawada, Fishers High School Junior, as a winner for the 2022 Congressional App Challenge (CAC) for Indiana\u2019s 5th Congressional District. KJ\u2019s app called the \u201cClass Tracker\u201d tracks each class a student has taken in high school and calculates the credit requirements for graduation for different diplomas. The app also has a filter feature that allows a user to find classes by credit hour(s) or grade received.\n\n\"It\u2019s always a pleasure seeing innovative ideas and solutions from our youth,\" said Rep. Spartz. \u201cComputer science skills will play an important role in the 21st century economy.\u201d\n\nThe Class Tracker app will be featured on www.House.gov as well as a rotating display in the Cannon House Office Building leading to the U.S. Capitol. KJ will also be invited to attend the Congressional App Challenge\u2019s House of Code winners\u2019 reception on Capitol Hill next Spring with other winners from across the country. YouTube video demonstrating the Class Tracker app can be found here: class tracker - YouTube\n\nThe CAC began in 2014 as a collaboration between the U.S. House of Representatives and the Internet Education Foundation (IEF) and is open to middle and high school students. If you are interested in participating as a judge, or know students interested in participating in this competition, please contact us at (317) 848-0201.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-announces-military-academy-nominations", "Spartz Announces Military Academy Nominations", "2022-12-09", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "CARMEL, IN \u2013 This week, Rep. Spartz (R-IN) announced the names of twenty-two high school seniors across Indiana's Fifth District who have been nominated to attend the United States Service Academies. These academies allow young people to serve our country while receiving full-scholarships from some of our finest institutions of higher learning. \u201cWe had a very impressive group of applicants this year,\u201d said Rep Spartz. \"I am grateful for the commitment of so many young leaders to serve our country and protect our freedoms.\u201d\n\nService Academy Nominations:\n\nAir Force Academy\n\nGrant Ferren \u2013 Sheridan High School\n\nKaleb Johnson \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nKatherine Johnson \u2013 Heritage Christian High School\n\nWilliam Kaiser \u2013 North Central High School\n\nMohammad Khaliq \u2013 Pike High School\n\nIsabelle Regnault \u2013 Indiana Academy of Science, Mathematics & Humanities\n\nPeter Snyder \u2013 Cathedral High School\n\nKevin Sweeney \u2013 Carmel High School\n\nZane Williams \u2013 Indiana Connections Academy\n\nNaval Academy\n\nAva Marie Bruick \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nKatherine Johnson \u2013 Heritage Christian High School\n\nWilliam Kaiser \u2013 North Central High School\n\nJack Maiers \u2013 Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School\n\nJoseph Mariani \u2013 Cathedral High School\n\nOwen O'Rourke \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nAiden Raab \u2013 Western High School\n\nIsabelle Regnault \u2013 Indiana Academy of Science, Mathematics & Humanities\n\nKevin Sweeney \u2013 Carmel High School\n\nWest Point Military Academy\n\nElias Backus \u2013 Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School\n\nAdam Chaney \u2013 Lawrence Central High School\n\nMegan Cobb \u2013 St. Theodore Guerin High School\n\nLiam Courtney \u2013 Carmel High School\n\nBrennan Howell \u2013 Heritage Christian High School\n\nKaleb Johnson \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nKatherine Johnson \u2013 Heritage Christian High School\n\nWilliam Kaiser \u2013 North Central High School\n\nOwen Mejia \u2013 Noblesville High School\n\nElise Nawa \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nOwen O'Rourke \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nNadia Zaborowski \u2013 Noblesville High School", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-carsons-duck-boat-bill-other-legislative-wins-headed-to-bidens-desk", "Rep. Carson's Duck Boat Bill, Other Legislative Wins Headed to Biden's Desk", "2022-12-08", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2023, sending Representative Andr\u00e9 Carson's (IN-07) Duck Boat Safety Improvement Act to President Joe Biden for signature.\n\nThe NDAA is a sweeping bill that each year authorizes our nation's policies for America's armed forces. The FY' 23 NDAA includes a number of legislative accomplishments for Congressman Carson:\n\nDuck Boat Safety Act\n\nRep. Carson's Duck Boat Safety Act is a culmination of a nearly five-year effort to improve safety regulations for duck boats, which took the life of 17 passengers in an accident on Table Rock Lake in Branson, Missouri in 2018. Among those on board were nine members of the Coleman family, who were residents of Indianapolis, IN.\n\nThe Duck Boat Safety Improvement Act will require vessel operators to implement common-sense boating safety measures when waterborne, including:\n\nImproving reserve buoyancy and watertight compartmentalization to prevent sinking,\n\nRequiring more monitoring and adherence to severe weather alerts and warnings,\n\nRequiring release of road safety seatbelts when Duck Boats become waterborne,\n\nRequiring stronger crew safety training and certification,\n\nRemoving or reconfigure canopies and window coverings for waterborne operations,\n\nRequiring personal flotation devices for waterborne operations,\n\nRequiring installation of better bilge pumps and alarms,\n\nInstalling underwater LED lights that activate automatically in emergencies, and\n\nComplying with other Coast Guard boating safety requirements.\n\nRep. Carson made the following statement:\n\n\"More than four years ago, during what was supposed to be a fun family outing, nine members of the Coleman family from Indianapolis were killed in a duck boat accident. Today, my Duck Boat Safety Improvement Act will be sent to President Biden for signature.\n\nThe National Transportation Safety Board made recommendations 20 years ago for safety measures that could have prevented an incident like this from occurring. Sadly, those recommendations were not implemented \u2013 until now. Thanks to the advocacy of Tia Coleman, who survived the 2018 incident, countless lives will be saved. I want to thank Tia for her tireless advocacy. This multi-year work is dedicated to the Coleman family and all whose lives have been tragically lost in duck boat accidents.\"\n\nFederal Firefighters Fairness Act\n\nThe Federal Firefighters Fairness Act will amend the Federal Employees' Compensation Act to improve firefighters' access to injury and illness benefits through an automatic presumption that an illness on a science-based list, such as mesothelioma, was work-related. Rep. Carson's amendment increases the time federal employees have to provide supporting documentation for illness, traumatic injury, or a death claim from 30 to 60 days.\n\nIncreased Funding for Pancreatic Cancer Research\n\nRep. Carson succeeded in increasing the authorization for funding of pancreatic cancer research in the Defense Health Program. This increase of $5 million brings the total to $20 million. Pancreatic cancer research has long been a priority of Rep. Carson, as it took the lives of his colleagues such as Congressman John Lewis and Congressman Alcee Hastings. Black Americans are at increased risk for pancreatic cancer and are more likely to get pancreatic cancer than any other racial or ethnic group. Increased awareness, research, and early detection have been shown to dramatically improve outcomes.\n\nIntelligence Authorization Act\n\nThis bill includes Rep. Carson's requirement for the Director of National Intelligence to submit a report on threats from hypersonic weapons to the appropriate committees in Congress, including the House Intelligence Committee, where he currently serves as the Chair of the Counterterrorism Subcommittee. In light of the use of such weapons by Russia in Ukraine, the report will contain an assessment of the threat of hypersonic weapons to the U.S. and our allies and partners. The bill's major themes include supporting the Intelligence Community workforce to improve recruitment and retention; countering hard target adversaries such as Russia, China, and Iran; ensuring successful adoption of emerging technologies; and protecting the U.S. from foreign commercial spyware and other counterintelligence threats.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-colleagues-press-house-leaders-support-american-workers", "Spartz, Colleagues Press House Leaders to Support American Workers", "2022-12-08", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON D.C. \u2013 This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) joined Reps. Jared Golden (D-ME), Dan Kildee (D-MI), and Mike Turner (R-OH) in sending a bipartisan letter to House Leadership to stress the importance of a longer-term reauthorization of the Health Coverage Tax Credit (HCTC).\n\nThe HCTC provides refundable tax credits for Americans who have lost their jobs to outsourcing and whose pensions have been taken over by the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) to cover the rising cost of health insurance premiums.\n\n\u201cBad government policies incentivizing outsourcing caused thousands of Hoosiers to lose their jobs, pensions, and health care coverages. Additionally, government interventions incentivized health care consolidation leading to monopoly problems and higher prices for consumers. Indiana has experienced significant adverse effects of these policies,\u201d Spartz said. \u201cThe Health Coverage Tax Credit provides some offsets to remediate this situation and needs to be established on a longer-term basis to provide more certainty for families.\u201d\n\nThe full letter text can be seen HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-announces-new-state-director_/", "Young Announces New State Director", "2022-12-08", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) announced that Greg Goode will serve as State Director, effective January 2023.\n\n\u201cI am extremely excited to welcome Greg Goode to our team as State Director. Greg is a proven leader who is passionate about public service and improving Indiana\u2019s communities. His talent and wealth of experience will help our office better serve and represent all Hoosiers, and I look forward to partnering with him,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\nGoode currently serves as Executive Director of Government Relations and University Communication for Indiana State University. For nearly 17 years over separate stints of service, Goode has served as Indiana State\u2019s liaison to the Indiana General Assembly, Governor\u2019s Office, and Commission for Higher Education, as well as the United States Congress and local governments.\n\nFrom 2009-2012, Goode served as Chief of Staff to the President of Bastyr University and was the founder and director of the University\u2019s Center for Health Policy and Leadership.\n\nGoode has a lengthy history of direct involvement in higher education, economic development, health care, and transportation issues, having previously worked in Washington, DC for two members of the United States House of Representatives. He is a former Governor-appointee to the Midwest Higher Education Compact.\n\nGoode has earned two degrees from Indiana State University, performed graduate studies at the Pentagon through the Catholic University of America, and is pursuing his doctorate at the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Goode succeeds Andrew Kossack, who served as Senator Young\u2019s State Director for more than four years and recently left for a new opportunity as chief of staff to Keith Krach, founder of the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue University and former U.S. Under Secretary of State.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartzs-patents-humanity-act-passes-house-heads-presidents-desk-signature-0", "Spartz\u2019s Patents for Humanity Act Passes House, Heads to President\u2019s Desk for Signature", "2022-12-07", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, H.R. 5796, the \u2018Patents for Humanity Act of 2021\u2019, led by U.S. Representative Victoria Spartz (R-IN) and Leader-Elect Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), passed the U.S. House of Representatives on a bipartisan basis. The bill will now head to President Biden\u2019s desk to be signed into law.\n\n\u201cI am proud to co-lead H.R. 5796, the Patents for Humanity Act, which passed the House this week,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cThis bill cuts red tape and streamlines regulations to promote innovation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe framers of our constitution and the founders of our great country understood that society would benefit if we incentivize creativity and innovation. That\u2019s why Article 1, Section 8, Clause 8 of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to create a robust intellectual property system to promote the progress of science and useful arts. The Patents for Humanity Act builds on this principle in practice by helping creators fast-track innovations that better our global community through the patent process,\u201d said Rep. Jeffries. \u201cI thank Senators Leahy and Grassley as well as Rep. Spartz for their leadership and partnership on getting this important legislation to President Biden.\u201d\n\nIf enacted, this legislation would help creators fast-track innovations for the benefit of our global community by streamlining the patent process and cutting existing bureaucratic red tape at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-pass-bipartisan-resolution-in-support-of-anti-regime-protests-in-iran/", "Young, Colleagues Pass Bipartisan Resolution in Support of Anti-Regime Protests in Iran", "2022-12-07", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), and Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) were joined today by eight of their Senate colleagues in announcing Senate Committee on Foreign Relations approval of their resolution reaffirming the United States\u2019 support for the Iranian citizens who have taken to the streets in peaceful protest for their fundamental human rights, and condemning the Iranian security forces for their violent response.\n\n\u201cI proudly stand with the people of Iran as they call for freedom from oppression. In the face of the Iranian regime\u2019s theocratic brutality, the courage and resolve of the Iranian people is inspiring. We must continue to offer them encouragement, both diplomatically and through public statements of support while holding the regime accountable for their abuses,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\nThe resolution specifically calls for the international community to speak out against the Iranian regime\u2019s human rights violations, and urges continued efforts to hold those violators accountable including through additional coordinated sanctions. With reports of the Iranian regime blocking internet to muffle the protests, the senators also stressed the importance for the United States government and the broader international community to provide additional support for access to digital communications and internet freedom in Iran.\n\n\u201cNearly three months since the brutal detention, beating, and murder of Mahsa Amini, the courage and defiance the Iranian people continue to display in the face of the regime\u2019s brutality has served as an extraordinary example for all of us and everyone around the world who believes all people deserve a say in their livelihoods and way of life,\u201d said Chairman Menendez. \u201cIt is my hope that Congressional approval of this bipartisan, bicameral resolution will help amplify the voices of the hundreds of thousands of women and men of Iran who are protesting against the brutality of one of the world\u2019s most repressive regimes. As Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, I am committed to keep our Committee\u2019s spotlight on the Iranian regime\u2019s crackdowns, shutdowns, and deflections in response to the demands of the Iranian people, and to call on our partners in the international community to stand with the people of Iran.\u201d\n\n\u201cMany brave Iranians fighting for their basic human rights are brutally murdered or taken to prison, where they endure harrowing torture until they are executed,\u201d said Senator Blackburn. \u201cWhile the Iranian regime announced they abolished their \u2018Morality Police,\u2019 this is only a fa\u00e7ade to distract us from what the protesters really want \u2013 to free Iran of the oppression altogether. The United States must stand by them until they secure victory.\u201d\n\nJoining Senators Young, Menendez, Blackburn were Senators Bob Casey (D-Pa.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), and Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-reed-introduce-bipartisan-adult-education-works-act-to-strengthen-and-expand-programs-for-adult-learners-2/", "Young, Reed Introduce Bipartisan Adult Education WORKS Act to Strengthen and Expand Programs for Adult Learners", "2022-12-07", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 For millions of Americans, adult education programs can make the difference between earning a family-sustaining wage and struggling to make ends meet. According to the Department of Education, at current funding levels, adult education programs reach about 1.1 million people out of 43 million adults that are low-skilled in literacy and 62.7 million that are low-skilled in numeracy. In an effort to address the long-standing adult education crisis affecting quality of life for individuals and their families and holding our economy back, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Jack Reed (D-R.I.) today introduced the Adult Education Workforce Opportunity and Reskilling for Knowledge and Success Act \u2013 or the Adult WORKS Act \u2013 to reauthorize adult education programs and expand upon the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).\n\nA study commissioned by the Barbara Bush Foundation estimates that getting all American adults to the equivalent of a sixth-grade reading level would add $2.2 trillion to the country\u2019s annual income. Without the opportunities provided by adult education programs, like numeracy, literacy, digital literacy, English language skills, soft skills, work readiness, high school equivalency, and other wraparound services, many adults will be left on the sidelines of an economy that needs more qualified workers in order to grow.\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s critical that all Hoosiers have the tools necessary to succeed in the modern economy \u2013 and that starts with strengthening adult education,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cOur new bipartisan bill would bolster critical services for adult learners, while also making important updates that ensure participants are prepared for the 21st century workforce.\u201d\n\nThe Adult Education WORKS Act provides a roadmap for addressing this crisis by updating WIOA and by strengthening and expanding access to adult education services. Specifically, the legislation calls for doubling the authorized funding for adult education by 2026 to $1.35 billion while making significant changes to the adult education system. Critical for achieving success in modern workplaces and for navigating everyday life, the bill calls for a new emphasis on digital and information literacy. Furthermore, the legislation will help to enhance the role of adult education providers by ensuring representation in the workforce planning process, with a focus on college and career navigators in public libraries and community-based organizations.\n\nThe Adult Education WORKS Act invests in the professionalization of the adult education field, strengthening state certification policies, encouraging full-time staffing models, and expanding professional development opportunities and career pathways for adult educators. Investments will enhance innovation and provide increased accountability through pilot projects that test new approaches to measuring program performance and outcomes for adult learners.\n\n\u201cAdult education is the gateway to opportunity, connecting people with the skills needed to succeed while also strengthening America\u2019s workforce and economy,\u201d said Senator Reed. \u201cWhen I go around Rhode Island, and I ask employers what their biggest hurdle is, they say they don\u2019t have enough qualified workers. The Adult Education WORKS Act will help ensure that more Americans have access to programs that equip them with skills to go out and take the opportunities that are available to them.\u201d\n\nThe Adult Education WORKS Act would amend Title I and reauthorize Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), which was signed into law on July 22, 2014. WIOA was designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy. Congress passed the Act with a wide bipartisan majority and it was the first legislative reform of the public workforce system since 1998.\n\nThe legislation is supported by the American Library Association (ALA), the Coalition for Adult Basic Education, the National Coalition for Literacy, ProLiteracy, The Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP), and TESOL International Association.\n\nStatements of Support:\n\n\u201cLibrary services play a vital role in empowering and strengthening the nation\u2019s workforce. As the job market evolves to meet the needs and demands of a changing economy, libraries are here with resources for jobseekers to gain the skills they need for better paying jobs and new career opportunities,\u201d saidALA President Lessa Kenani-Opua Pelayo-Lozada. \u201cALA is proud to support the Adult Education WORKS Act. This fresh approach to workforce development is what the country needs now, and with bipartisan cosponsors, it\u2019s exactly the kind of legislation that a divided Congress can get behind.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Adult Education WORKS Act will give more opportunities to adult learners, strengthening our nation\u2019s economy and increasing our global competitiveness. COABE is greatly appreciative of Senator Jack Reed and Senator Todd Young\u2019s engagement with the adult education field to develop this bill and is proud to announce its strong support of the bill,\u201d said Sharon Bonney, CEO of the Coalition for Adult Basic Education (COABE).\n\n\u201cThe Adult Education WORKS Act will reinforce the fabric of American society by increasing access to education in foundational literacy, numeracy, and digital skills for the millions of adults who need them,\u201d said Executive Director of the National Coalition for Literacy, Deborah Kennedy. \u201cBy promoting greater coordination between adult education and workforce development programs, supporting increased professionalization of the adult education field, and providing for college and career navigators who can guide adults in pursuing further education and viable career paths, the Act will build on the proven strengths of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act while expanding access to educational opportunity for a larger proportion of the adults who can benefit from it.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-speaks-at-microelectronics-commons-industry-day/", "Young Speaks at Microelectronics Commons \u201cIndustry Day\u201d", "2022-12-07", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "Senator Young with Hoosier attendees at the event.\n\nWASHINGTON \u2014 This morning, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) spoke at the Microelectronics Commons \u201cIndustry Day\u201d about the importance of the CHIPS and Science Act and the critical role Indiana and Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane will play in implementing the law.\n\nThe Microelectronics Commons is a CHIPS and Science Act-funded national network for onshore, microelectronics hardware prototyping, lab-to-fab transition of semiconductor technologies and semiconductor workforce training. The Microelectronics Commons initiative was launched earlier this year by the Department of Defense (DoD).\n\nThe \u201cIndustry Day\u201d event is designed to bring together interested parties from around the country to guide the DoD\u2019s efforts in microelectronics development.\n\nIn his remarks, Senator Young discussed the vital work of NSWC Crane.\n\n\u201cI am proud of the accomplishments of NSWC Crane to date, and I expect they will deliver once again as we look to strengthen our domestic semiconductor R&D and manufacturing base,\u201d said Senator Young during the event.\n\nSince the CHIPS and Science Act was enacted, dozens of semiconductor companies have announced manufacturing, design, and R&D expansions in the United States, including many in Indiana.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-votes-to-confirm-judge-doris-l-pryor-to-seventh-circuit-court-of-appeals/", "Young Votes to Confirm Judge Doris L. Pryor to Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals", "2022-12-05", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 The United States Senate tonight confirmed Judge Doris L. Pryor to the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) announced his support for Judge Pryor in May of this year and introduced her at her confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee in July.\n\n\u201cJudge Pryor is a public servant of the highest caliber. She understands the difference between the role of an advocate and the role of a judge, and she will be an immense asset to the Seventh Circuit,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cI was proud to help shepherd her historic nomination through the Senate.\u201d\n\nSince March 2018, Judge Pryor has served as the Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of Indiana. Prior to her appointment to the magistrate bench, she served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana.\n\nJudge Pryor will be the first African American from Indiana ever to serve on the Seventh Circuit. The Seventh Circuit covers Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/letter-young-bipartisan-group-of-senators-warn-ccp-against-violent-crackdown-on-protesters/", "LETTER: Young, Bipartisan Group of Senators Warn CCP Against Violent Crackdown on Protesters", "2022-12-02", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) sent a bipartisan letter with nearly half of their Senate colleagues to the Chinese ambassador to the United States warning the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) regime of the consequences of a violent crackdown on peaceful protesters.\n\nDemonstrations have erupted across China in response to the CCP\u2019s severe measures restricting freedoms to contain rising COVID-19 infections.\n\n\u201cThe Chinese people are demonstrating great courage in the face of the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s authoritarian rule. President Xi should back away from his absurd COVID-zero policy instead of cracking down on innocent people who only want freedom,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cOur bipartisan letter to the Chinese ambassador sends a strong message to the CCP\u2019s authoritarian regime that the United States will not turn their backs on the Chinese people as they seek basic civil liberty.\u201d\n\n\u201cThere are historic and heroic protests by the Chinese people pushing back on Xi Jinping\u2019s dictatorial rule and calling for more freedom. Unfortunately, the response of most world leaders has been tepid at best,\u201d said Senator Sullivan. \u201cThe United States Senate has a long and distinguished bipartisan history of speaking up for the Chinese people when they are threatened with communist brutality\u2014and for Taiwan. This bipartisan letter continues this important Senate tradition of standing up for courageous, peaceful protesters who are risking their lives simply because they want more freedom.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe historic protests in China are showing the Chinese Communist Party just how courageous the people of China are,\u201d said Senator Merkley. \u201cThe freedom of expression and of assembly are fundamental rights protected under international law, and like all other countries, China has an obligation to respect these universal rights. The protestors in China are sending a very important message, and the Chinese authorities need to listen to the people, not suppress their voice, their courage, or their pursuit for more freedom.\u201d\n\nIn addition to Senators Young, Sullivan, and Merkley, the letter was signed by Senators Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) John Thune (R-S.D.), Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Angus King (I-Maine), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Richard Burr (R-N.C.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), John Kennedy (R-La.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Ben Sasse (R-Neb.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), and Mike Crapo (R-Idaho).\n\nBelow is the full text of the letter.\n\nAmbassador Qin Gang\n\nEmbassy of the People\u2019s Republic of China\n\n3505 International Place NW\n\nWashington, D.C. 20008-3025\n\nDear Ambassador Qin:\n\nWe are following the current peaceful protests in China over your government\u2019s policies very carefully. We are also closely watching the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s (CCP) reaction to them.\n\nIn 1989, the Chinese Communist Party and People\u2019s Liberation Army undertook a violent crackdown on peacefully protesting Chinese students, killing hundreds, if not thousands.\n\nWe caution the CCP in the strongest possible terms not to once again undertake a violent crackdown on peaceful Chinese protesters who simply want more freedom. If that happens, we believe there will be grave consequences for the US-China relationship, causing extraordinary damage to it.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-op-ed-marriage-bill-ensures-dignity-and-respect-for-all-hoosiers/", "Young Op-Ed: Marriage Bill Ensures Dignity and Respect for All Hoosiers", "2022-12-02", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "In the debate over how the federal government views civil marriage, all Hoosiers want to be treated with dignity and respect.\n\nThose who believe marriage was created by God as a sacred union between one man and one woman which includes many people of faith want to be treated with dignity and respect. They want to be able to worship and teach the tenets of their faith without fear of reprisal. They don\u2019t want to be called bigots, live in fear of being ostracized or suffer endless lawsuits because of their beliefs.\n\nSame-sex couples many of whom are also people of faith want to be treated with dignity and respect as well. In the wake of the Supreme Court\u2019s 2015 decision in Obergefell v. Hodges to legalize same-sex marriages, they want to enjoy the same legal protections of civil marriage as married men and women. They don\u2019t want to live in fear of their families being ripped apart by a future court decision.\n\nYesterday, the Senate debated on an improved version of the Respect for Marriage Act, and I voted for it, because it will bring the United States government closer to treating both groups with dignity and respect than we ever have in our history.\n\nSome people in my own party though, notably, I\u2019ve also received quite a bit of encouragement have let me know they are disappointed in my decision. I would never try to persuade people to change the teachings of their faith, but I can explain why I think Christians should not be fearful of this legislation. In fact, the explicit protections in this proposal offer far more in the way of religious liberty protections than currently under Obergefell, which leaves all such decisions up to the courts. I was instrumental in securing a vote on and will support an amendment offered by Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, so that Congress will have a chance to add additional protections for people of faith.\n\nOne concern I\u2019ve heard from people of faith is that they worry their churches, schools, adoption agencies and faith-based organizations will be subject to lawsuits if they refuse services to same-sex couples. The text of the bill plainly states they will not.\n\nAccording to the legislative text, religious organizations \u201cshall not be required to provide services, accommodations, advantages, facilities, goods, or privileges for the solemnization or celebration of a marriage.\u201d The text also states that \u201cnothing in this act, or any amendment made by this act, shall be construed to diminish or abrogate a religious liberty or conscience protection otherwise available to an individual or organization under the Constitution of the United States or federal law.\u201d\n\nI\u2019ve also heard from Hoosiers who are concerned their faith-based organization might lose its tax-exempt status. The bill text is clear: \u201cNothing in this Act \u2026 shall be construed to deny or alter \u2026 tax-exempt status, tax treatment, educational funding\u201d or a lengthy list of other benefits, such as accreditations for religious schools.\n\nChristians also may worry that any change in our civil marriage laws will be used as a weapon by progressives to bludgeon them for their beliefs, but this legislation takes what may be an unprecedented step of affirming the sincerely held beliefs of religious Americans.\n\n\u201cDiverse beliefs about the role of gender in marriage are held by reasonable and sincere people based on decent and honorable religious or philosophical premises,\u201d the amended bill\u2019s introduction says. \u201cTherefore, Congress affirms that such people and their diverse beliefs are due proper respect.\u201d\n\nThese religious liberty protections are born of the First Amendment, and legal experts from across the faith spectrum have stated that activist judges will not be able to undo them.\n\nIf I had any doubt about this, I would be voting no.\n\nDignity and respect are not a zero-sum proposition. We can and should strive to ensure all citizens enjoy them in equal measure.\n\nThe Respect for Marriage Act moves us closer to that ideal.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:41:06Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=287", "Congressman Jim Baird's Statement on Rail Strike Vote", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on H.J.Res 100:\n\n\u201cThe Biden administration has known about a potential rail strike for months, yet instead of acting to avoid a strike with potentially devastating impacts, this administration shamefully passed the buck to Congress at the 11th hour,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cThough I oppose federal intervention in contract negotiations between private parties, the consequences of a rail strike would deliver a nearly fatal blow to Hoosier farmers still recovering from previous supply chain disruptions and unhinged inflation rates. We cannot allow a small collection of unions to threaten the health of the U.S. economy and the millions of Americans it serves, which is why I voted in favor of this resolution.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=288", "Baird Disappointed as FMCSA Denies Farmers, Ranchers\u2019 Commonsense Petition", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN, 04) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) denied Ag groups\u2019 petition for exemption:\n\n\u201cFor the last two years, our farmers and ranchers have endured supply chain disruptions and soaring inflation rates driving up costs, yet the FMCSA\u2019s decision to ignore our producers by denying this commonsense petition to exempt truck drivers transporting agricultural commodities from federal mandates limiting the hours a driver can be on the job will only make their work more difficult,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cTransporting livestock and other agricultural commodities is a challenging task that requires flexibility; we simply cannot apply a one-size-fits-all policy to an area that necessitates a more nuanced approach.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nYesterday, the Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) denied the joint application from the National Cattlemen\u2019s Beef Association, Livestock Marketing Association, American Farm Bureau Federation, American Beekeeping Federation, American Honey Producers Association, and National Aquaculture Association requesting an exemption for drivers transporting agricultural commodities from federal mandates which limit the hours a driver can be on the job. Specifically, the applicants requested approval for drivers, after 10 consecutive hours off duty, to drive through the 16th consecutive hour after coming on duty, and to drive a total of 15 hours during that 16-hour period.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-rail-labor-agreement", "Mrvan Statement on Rail Labor Agreement", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the following statement after voting in support of providing an additional seven days of paid sick leave and the underlying rail labor agreement to avert a rail shutdown.\n\n\u201cI supported the increase of an additional seven days of paid sick leave and the underlying agreement in order to avert a rail shutdown and to not exacerbate inflation challenges facing all individuals and families. I also would emphasize the critical importance of the rail system to the Northwest Indiana economy, including the success of our steel industry, our manufacturing base, and CN\u2019s Kirk Yard in Gary. As we move forward, I will continue to work to support the rights of all members of organized labor and take actions to ensure that all workers are able to thrive and succeed in a growing economy.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-spartz-receives-iron-lady-award", "Congresswoman Spartz Receives Iron Lady Award", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 This week, Congresswoman Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) was presented with the prestigious Iron Lady Award from the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC).\n\n\u201cAs a strong believer in the power of the states and power of the people, I am honored to be recognized by the organization of state legislators,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \"Margaret Thatcher said that Europe was created by history and America was created by philosophy. I would just add by philosophy of freedom.\"\n\n\u201cIt has been a pleasure working with Rep. Victoria Spartz during my tenure at ALEC,\u201d said ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson. \u201cJust as former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher faced down the communist threat in her day, so has Victoria Spartz in our day. We need more female freedom fighters like Spartz serving in all levels of government. She is a fierce defender of limited governments, free markets and federalism. I know she wants these principles embraced not only in America, but around the world. I can think of no one more deserving of the 2022 Iron Lady Award.\u201d\n\nALEC is the largest nonpartisan, voluntary membership organization of state legislators in the United States.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-re-elected-regional-chair-policy-committee", "Spartz Re-Elected as Regional Chair to Policy Committee", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) was re-elected by her colleagues to the House Policy Committee. The House Republican Policy Committee was established in 1949 as a core advisory body and \u201cthink tank\u201d for the House of Representatives.\n\n\u201cCongress has been a broken institution and has to start doing its job representing the people,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cI am honored to have been re-elected by my colleagues to serve on this important deliberative body in the Republican majority to deliver real policy solutions for all Americans.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-op-ed-how-to-break-chinas-grasp-on-digital-trade/", "Young Op-Ed: How to break China\u2019s grasp on digital trade", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "A click of a button. That\u2019s all it takes for us to connect with the rest of the world.\n\nWe are living through a \u201cFourth Industrial Revolution,\u201d in which the internet has blurred boundaries between our physical and digital world. This new frontier changed how we interact with one another, how we consume media, and how we sell products. Economic opportunity has been and continues to be abundant.\n\nIn today\u2019s hyper-connected world, the United States is at a critical moment. Digital trade is becoming the new frontier in economic strength, particularly in the post-pandemic economy.\n\nIn 2020, U.S. exports of digital services surpassed $520 billion, accounting for more than half of all U.S. services exports and generating a digital services trade surplus of $214 billion. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, demand and reliance on digital technologies and services, data flows, and e-commerce has only increased.\n\nSome countries have already harnessed digital trade for their gain, and our loss. China is waging a highly sophisticated and organized online assault on America \u2014 blocking the flow of data across borders, forcing technology transfer, infringing upon intellectual property rights, and stealing trade secrets.\n\nWhen it comes to trade, like so many other areas, we must think anew and fashion policies suited to this century, not the last. It is time to prioritize connectivity and the subsequent adoption of digital governance to shape regional norms and provide an alternative to restrictive policies promoted by our adversaries, like China.\n\nA successful digital trade strategy will help America\u2019s manufacturers and job creators gain access to more markets and lift our economy. Our policies on digital trade should reflect the proliferation of digital technology in every layer of a business. And they must confront the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s efforts to break the rules.\n\nI recently introduced a bipartisan resolution with Sen. Tom Carper (D-Del.) that outlines the importance of the U.S. digital economy and the importance of greater U.S. leadership on digital trade negotiations with like-minded countries. Our resolution calls for the United States to negotiate strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade with our partners as part of its broader economic strategy in order to ensure that our values are at the very core of digital governance.\n\nFighting for strong digital trade is not a new concept for the United States. The U.S.-Japan Digital Trade Agreement, signed in 2019, parallels the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) as the most comprehensive trade agreement addressing digital trade barriers ever enforced. We must build on this progress and not backslide.\n\nFirst, we should push for digital trade rules that penalize nations that sanction digital theft. A tougher stance from the U.S. and like-minded countries will create a landscape where bad actors avoid practices that they know will be prosecuted.\n\nSecond, we need allies in China\u2019s own neighborhood. If we champion best practices in the Indo-Pacific, we help our partners become more transparent and willing to curb IP theft rather than look the other way for fear of retribution.\n\nIn the end, fighting for best practices in digital trade helps our American small businesses seeking to expand into new markets. If American companies want to market overseas and attract customers on a global scale, they need to know their government has their back and that their very business model is not at risk.\n\nThis is especially critical for companies who want to access a new market, but forfeit their intellectual property or trade secrets in the process of simply selling their products. In that case, a country like China can simply replicate the technology, and put the American company out of business. I know from meetings in my state that Hoosier businesses can\u2019t afford that risk, especially as they come off the heels of a pandemic in a weakened economy.\n\nPassing our resolution will send a signal to the rest of the world that the U.S. is not backing down on digital trade, and we will only seek to ramp up protections for our innovators and small businesses.\n\nIn a world struggling to understand how to deal with the proliferation of the digital age, we can\u2019t let China be the best example. Instead, we must lead the way.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:38:01Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senator-young-announces-nominees-for-united-states-service-academies-2/", "Senator Young Announces Nominees for United States Service Academies", "2022-11-29", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) announced his nominations for U.S. service academy appointments. Applications were received from 150 students, and a select group was interviewed by an advisory board chosen by Senator Young. Out of 70 offered interviews, 47 exemplary young men and women from across Indiana received a nomination from Senator Young.\n\nA nomination does not guarantee admission to a service academy but is required in order to be considered. Nominees are chosen based on personal merit. Criteria considered include evidence of character, leadership, academic excellence, physical aptitude, and extracurricular activities.\n\n\u201cI had the privilege of recommending a talented group of Hoosiers for admission to the United States service academies this year,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cThese young men and women are highly qualified to serve our country, and I\u2019m very proud of their hard work. I wish them the best of luck in their application process.\u201d\n\nSenator Young\u2019s service academy nominees are listed below:\n\nUnited States Air Force Academy\n\nAnsley Bishop\n\nRoncalli High School\n\nAndrew Davidson\n\nGreenfield Central High School\n\nKaleb Johnson\n\nHamilton Southeastern High School\n\n*Also nominated to the United States Military Academy\n\nPeter Kearns\n\nCrawfordsville Sr. High School\n\nKirsten Lee\n\nCarroll High School\n\nPeter Letherman\n\nSaint Joseph High School\n\nClare Long\n\nLafayette Jefferson High School\n\n*Also nominated to the United States Naval Academy\n\nKori Leverenz\n\nSignature School\n\nLauren Ozete\n\nEvansville North High School\n\nOwen Rifkin\n\nInternational School of Indiana\n\nNathaniel Sajdak\n\nPurdue University\n\nJared Smith\n\nBethel University/Georgia Military College\n\nTy Smith\n\nEvansville North High School\n\n*Also nominated to the United States Naval Academy\n\nPeter Snyder\n\nCathedral High School\n\nEmma Waskom\n\nLebanon High School\n\nUnited States Military Academy\n\nCaroline Bell\n\nBishop Chatard High School\n\nArthur Beriault\n\nScecina Memorial High School\n\nMegan Cobb\n\nSt. Theodore Guerin High School\n\nElla Dieterlen\n\nBatesville High School\n\nMichael Flynn\n\nValparaiso High School\n\nBrennan Howell\n\nHeritage Christian High School\n\nJohn Maiers\n\nBrebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School\n\n*Also nominated to the United States Naval Academy\n\nNathan Pratt\n\nPenn High School\n\nPeyton Williams\n\nCulver Academies\n\nUnited States Merchant Marine Academy\n\nWade Foster\n\nWestville High School\n\nShelbi Hess\n\nAdams Central High School\n\nNicklaus Rader\n\nSeton Catholic High School\n\nJohn Sandford\n\nFloyd Central High School\n\nKevin Sweeney\n\nCarmel High School\n\nIan Urchell\n\nAndrean High School\n\nUnited States Naval Academy\n\nLucas Bassi\n\nPark Tudor High School\n\nJohn Dely\n\nHomestead Senior High School\n\nChelsie Glover\n\nUnited States Naval Academy Preparatory School\n\nAaron Gu\n\nLafayette Harrison High School\n\nRyley Keegan\n\nTianjin International School\n\nChristopher Langley\n\nMooresville High School\n\nJoseph Mariani\n\nCathedral High School\n\nLauren Martin\n\nNorthwestern Senior High School\n\nFaith Martinez\n\nCulver Academies\n\nLuke Mawbey\n\nWestern High School\n\nHunter Miller\n\nCulver Academies\n\nJoseph Moran\n\nBishop Dwenger High School\n\nCoco Nate\n\nNorth Central High School\n\nOwen O\u2019Rourke\n\nHamilton Southeastern High School\n\nNatalie Restivo\n\nPlainfield High School\n\nVan Smith\n\nPark Tudor High School", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:38:01Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-booker-join-discussion-on-expanding-emergency-savings/", "VIDEO: Young, Booker Join Discussion on Expanding Emergency Savings", "2022-11-29", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2013 Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) joined the Bipartisan Policy Center for a virtual discussion on their ongoing efforts to expand access to emergency savings to help workers and employers, which includes their Emergency Savings Act of 2022.\n\nThe Emergency Savings Act would help Americans save for unexpected expenses without having to tap into their retirement accounts. It would facilitate convenient and affordable access to workplace emergency savings accounts, improving financial security and reducing retirement savings leakage.\n\n\u201cThe lack of emergency savings in particular is a source of great frustration and even stress \u2013 daily stress \u2013 for a lot of my constituents regardless of their income level,\u201d said Senator Young during the discussion.\u201cThere needs to be more attention paid to the emergency savings challenges in this country and more tools given to rank and file Americans, which is what we\u2019re trying to accomplish here.\u201d\n\nAccording to a report by the Federal Reserve, almost half of Americans would struggle to cover an unexpected $400 expense. A recent study found that, in the past year, almost 60 percent of retirement account participants who lack emergency savings tapped into their long-term retirement savings, compared to only nine percent of those who had at least a month of emergency savings on hand.\n\nIn September, the Emergency Savings Actwas selected for the National Taxpayers Union\u2019s 12th annual \u201cNo Brainers\u201d list. The bill was also passed by the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee this year as part of the RISE & SHINE Act. To hear what supporters of the bill are saying, click here.\n\nThe bill builds upon work by Senators Young and Booker to develop this concept over the last several years, including the Strengthening Financial Security Through Short-Term Savings Accounts Act of 2021.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:38:01Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-approves-mrvan-legislation-strengthen-va-cybersecurity", "House Approves Mrvan Legislation to Strengthen VA Cybersecurity", "2022-11-18", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives approved legislation introduced by Congressman Frank J. Mrvan - H.R. 7299, the Strengthening VA Cybersecurity (SVAC) Act of 2022, by a vote of 381 to 39.\n\nThe purpose of this legislation is to strengthen cybersecurity at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and protect information technology systems and devices used at VA. Specifically, the SVAC Act requires VA to obtain an independent cybersecurity assessment of its most critical information systems, as well as its cybersecurity posture as a whole. It also requires VA to develop a timeline and budget to fix any weaknesses and deficiencies identified by the report. The legislation is now referred to the Senate for consideration.\n\nTo view Congressman Mrvan\u2019s remarks on the House floor in support of this legislation, click here.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cWe must continue to work to ensure that the VA has the tools it needs to effectively protect against new and emerging cybersecurity threats and safeguard our veterans information. I look forward to continuing to collaborate with all of my colleagues to move this commonsense and bipartisan legislation forward.\u201d\n\nSVAC Act of 202 will:\n\nProtect against advanced cybersecurity threats, ransomware, denial of service attacks, insider threats, threats from foreign actors, phishing, credential theft and other cyber threats\n\nEnsure that the entire Department\u2019s IT is covered\u2014including on-premises, remote, cloud-based, and mobile information systems and devices used by, or in support of, Department activities\n\nRequire the Secretary to submit a detailed report and plan of implementation to Congress within 120 days of the independent assessment\n\nRequire the GAO to review VA\u2019s plan and evaluate if the cost estimates and timelines are realistic.\n\nFor additional information on the Strengthening VA Cybersecurity Act of 2022, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-youngs-resolution-recognizing-november-as-stomach-cancer-awareness-month/", "Senate Passes Young\u2019s Resolution Recognizing November as Stomach Cancer Awareness Month", "2022-11-18", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, the U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan resolution authored by U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) marking November 2022 as Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.\n\nThe resolution was first introduced in 2018 in memory of Indianapolis Star reporter and columnist Matthew Tully, who lost his battle with stomach cancer that year. The resolution was cosponsored by Senators Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), and Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), and passed the Senate unanimously.\n\n\u201cStomach cancer continues to leave a lasting and tragic impact on Hoosiers and their families. For the last five years, we have introduced our annual resolution to bring continued awareness to this heartbreaking disease that has affected too many Americans,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cThe more we can spread the word that early detection is key, the more lives that will be saved.\u201d\n\nStomach cancer is the fifth most common type of cancer worldwide and one of the most difficult to detect in its early stages. The resolution expresses support for more education of patients and health care providers and more research into early diagnosis, screening, and treatment.\n\n\u201cWe must do more to prevent and treat stomach cancer, especially for communities disproportionately impacted by the disease,\u201d said Senator Cardin. \u201cWe must dedicate more resources to research and raise awareness of early cancer detection and mitigation measures, particularly for stomach cancer which is hard to identify in its early stages.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis year more than 26,000 Americans were diagnosed with stomach cancer. We must continue to raise awareness and support those affected by this deadly disease by designating November as Stomach Cancer Awareness Month. I\u2019m proud to have been an original cosponsor of this legislation each year that I\u2019ve been in the Senate,\u201d said Senator Braun.\n\nAndrea Eidelman, Chief Executive Officer of Debbie\u2019s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer said,\u201cThe symptoms associated with stomach cancer are easily mistaken for other gastrointestinal problems, frequently leading to a late diagnosis. At that late stage, there are few effective treatment options. The need for research to develop new treatments is imperative to give those diagnosed with stomach cancer a fighting chance at long-term survival. Debbie\u2019s Dream Foundation applauds Senators Young, Cardin, and Braun for their leadership in raising awareness about this deadly cancer during Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:38:01Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-introduce-legislation-to-hold-the-irs-more-accountable/", "Young, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Hold the IRS More Accountable", "2022-11-17", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), John Thune (R-S.D.), and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), along with a group of colleagues, introduced theIRS Funding Accountability Act yesterday.\n\nEarlier this year, Senate Democrats passed the so-called \u201cInflation Reduction Act\u201d (IRA), which will infuse the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) with $80 billion of new funding without any oversight measures to prevent waste, protect taxpayer rights, or measure improvements of service. The IRS Funding Accountability Act would give Congress a direct say in how this new funding could be spent, hold the IRS more accountable, and provide greater transparency for the American people. Text of the bill can be found here.\n\n\u201cHoosier families are struggling with high prices and record-high inflation. Before Washington Democrats spend more taxpayer dollars, we need transparency about where the money is going and how it will be used. Our bill will hold the IRS accountable,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\nThe legislation would require the IRS to provide Congress with an annual plan for how the agency intends to use the new IRA funds, which would be subject to a new joint resolution of disapproval. The bill would also require quarterly updates from the IRS and U.S. Department of the Treasury to enable consistent and transparent evaluation of the plans, provide accountability for any misuse of funds, and guard against violations of taxpayer rights. Failure to submit timely and thorough plans or reports would result in financial penalties, including IRA funds being rescinded on a daily basis until the IRS complies with the reporting requirements.\n\n\u201cThe Democrats\u2019 attempt to supersize the IRS without holding the agency accountable to Congress and American taxpayers is dangerous and irresponsible,\u201d said Senator Thune.\u201cThis legislation would provide much-needed oversight of the unprecedented $80 billion in new funding to the agency, more than half of which Democrats have directed toward enforcement-related measures, including audits. If our bill becomes law, the Biden administration\u2019s IRS would have to answer to the American people, not Washington bureaucrats.\u201d\n\n\u201cGovernment, especially when it comes to the treatment of taxpayers, needs to be accountable and transparent to the American people,\u201d said Senator Grassley.\u201cWhen Democrats\u2019 partisan spending bill gave the IRS an extra 80 billion dollars, their legislation included no oversight mechanisms whatsoever. Our bill will ensure that the IRS is answerable to the American people in how it uses this money, and will force it to forfeit funds every day it\u2019s not in compliance.\u201d\n\n\u201cJoe Biden promised taxpayers that no one earning less than $400,000 would see a penny more in taxes. Biden lied his way into office,\u201d said Grover Norquist, president of Americans for Tax Reform.\u201cDemocrats raised taxes on American families and unleashed 87,000 new IRS agents to shakedown small business owners and ramp up audits on taxpayers. Congressional oversight of Biden\u2019s IRS is essential. This legislation will help rein in Biden\u2019s IRS and address the agency\u2019s broken culture of unaccountability.\u201d\n\nThe legislation is also co-sponsored by Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Richard Burr (R-N.C.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), and Pat Toomey (R-Pa.).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:38:01Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-honors-rex-early-on-senate-floor/", "Young Honors Rex Early on Senate Floor", "2022-11-17", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) spoke on the Senate floor about the life and legacy of Rex Early, who passed away last week after a long battle with illness. Rex was a Marine and longtime community and political leader in Indiana.\n\nTo watch the full floor speech, click here.\n\nRemarks as prepared for delivery:\n\nLast week, Indiana lost a legend and America lost a true original.\n\nRex Early died Friday at age 88 after a long battle with illness.\n\nRex was a lot of things in life. He was a Marine. He was Chairman of the Indiana Republican Party. He was a candidate for governor. He was one of the few people in Indiana you had to go see if you wanted to run for public office.\n\nBut he will be remembered mostly for his sense of humor. His way with words.\n\nMany of his stories and Rex-isms can be found in his book, \u201cIt\u2019s a Might Thin Pancake That Don\u2019t Have Two Sides.\u201d\n\nAfter being stationed in Japan in the Marine Corps, Rex went to Indiana University on the GI Bill. He married his sweetheart Barbara and they moved to Indianapolis.\n\nRex said that when he first went to register to vote in Indianapolis, the Ward Chairman said, \u201cDo you want to be a precinct committeeman? The last guy just went to jail.\u201d Rex said \u201cSure,\u201d and that\u2019s how he got involved in local politics.\n\nRex said that one of the highlights of his career came during Ronald Reagan\u2019s presidential campaign, when Rex hosted an event at his home for the future president.\n\nRex said he was considering hanging a plaque that read \u201cOn May 4, 1980, Ronald Reagan used this bathroom.\u201d\n\nBut as Reagan left his house that day, Governor Reagan told Rex, \u201cAll those people were wrong.\u201d\n\nRex said, \u201cWhat people?\u201d\n\nAnd Governor Reagan said, \u201cAll the people who said you had no class.\u201d\n\nSo Rex decided not to hang that plaque in his bathroom.\n\nThe Republican Party in Indiana today has enjoyed long period of governing success, helping our state become one of the best run and most fiscally sound in the nation. And you can trace that success directly back to work Rex Early put in in the early 1990s.\n\nOne of Rex\u2019s 19 Rules of Politics was \u201cYou might be important, but the number of people who will attend your funeral will be dictated by the weather.\u201d\n\nDon\u2019t think too highly of yourself. Don\u2019t become \u2013 as Rex would call you a \u201csophisti-suck.\u201d\n\nBut I disagree with him on his point. Rex\u2019s memorial service was well-attended. Not because the weather was good.\n\nBut because he made an indelible impression on everyone he met.\n\nSemper Fi, Rex.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:38:01Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/representative-carson-introduces-justice-for-shireen-act", "Representative\u00a0Carson\u00a0Introduces Justice for Shireen Act", "2022-11-15", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014On Monday, November 14th, Representative Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) introduced the Justice for Shireen Act, requiring an investigation and report on the death of American-Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh.\n\nMs. Abu Akleh was killed on May 11, 2022, while wearing a clearly marked press vest and reporting on a military raid taking place in the occupied city of Jenin. Later that month, Rep. Carson led a letter, signed by 58 Members of Congress, to the FBI and State Department calling for an independent and open investigation. A later investigation by the Israeli government confirmed that an Israeli soldier shot Ms. Abu Akleh, in her line of duty as an American journalist. Unfortunately, questions remain unanswered.\n\nNew reports indicate that the FBI has opened an investigation into this killing.\n\n\"While I am encouraged by the reports of an FBI investigation, we must ensure a thorough and timely report to Congress on this tragic killing,\" said Rep. Carson. \"Congress has a duty to protect Americans reporting abroad, preserving the free speech our country was founded on \u2013 and Shireen's family deserves answers, justice, and accountability. We must also ensure that U.S. weapons, equipment or military services were not used to kill Americans on foreign soil. American taxpayers should not be paying for any violation of human rights abroad.\"\n\nThe Justice for Shireen Act seeks answers to many unanswered questions, including what happened before, during, and after the killing. This bill would also identify any U.S. defense materials or services involved in Ms. Abu Akleh's death.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-testifies-itc-hearing-cut-length-steel-plate-products", "Mrvan Testifies Before ITC Hearing on Cut-To-Length Steel Plate Products", "2022-11-15", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan testified before the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) during their hearing on anti-dumping and countervailing duties of cut-to-length steel plate products from several countries.\n\nThis is the ninth time during the 117th Congress that Congressman Mrvan has provided testimony in support of the domestic steel and manufacturing industry during ITC proceedings.\n\nThe text of today\u2019s remarks as prepared for delivery is below, and a link to a video of the remarks is available here.\n\nI want to thank Chairman Johanson, all the distinguished Commissioners, and the dedicated staff for the opportunity to participate in today\u2019s hearing on the continuation of anti-dumping and countervailing duties of cut-to-length steel plate products from Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, South Africa, Taiwan, and Turkey.\n\nI am proud to represent the First Congressional District of Indiana, one of the largest steel producing Congressional Districts in our nation. Specific to today\u2019s case, I want to highlight how cut-to-length steel plate is produced in Northwest Indiana at the Cleveland Cliffs Burns Harbor facility, which employs thousands of dedicated members of the United Steelworkers.\n\nThese products are essential to the success of our national economy, our energy independence, and also our national security, as these products are used in military applications such as submarines, aircraft carriers, and armored vehicles.\n\nWhen foreign actors cheat, the livelihoods of our steelworkers and their families are jeopardized. We must do everything possible to fully enforce our trade laws and show countries that cheat and provide illegal subsidies to their industries that their unfair trade practices will not be tolerated.\n\nThe orders under discussion today have proven to be effective in ensuring that our steelworkers can compete on a level playing field. As you are well aware, there remains a significant amount of unused capacity for this product in the global market, and we must ensure that the revocation of these orders does not lead to job losses in Northwest Indiana and our nation.\n\nI urge a continuation of these orders because I know that when allowed to compete fairly, our domestic workforce can thrive and produce the best steel products in the world.\n\nThank you again for the opportunity to testify and for your serious attention to this case.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-releases-op-ed-its-time-for-congress-to-take-back-control-of-military-action-and-the-responsibility-for-waging-war/", "Young Releases Op-Ed: \u201cIt\u2019s time for Congress to take back control of military action and the responsibility for waging war\u201d", "2022-11-15", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "By Todd Young, John Byrnes\n\nWe both have had the honor and privilege of serving our country in uniform, a duty we took very seriously.\n\nWe willingly raised our right hands, swearing an oath to defend the Constitution, even if that meant risking our bodies and lives. We saw our friends take the same oath, many of whom came home from deployments physically, mentally or emotionally injured. We hold true to the memory of those others who never returned.\n\nOur own service, that of our friends and family, and that of the millions of men and women with whom we share a common bond, inspire us and others to continue fighting for this country. Where we once served in uniform, we now do it through advocacy and legislating better policies that keep America safe and our service members out of unnecessary danger.\n\nThe greatest challenge we have on that front is returning the responsibility of sending troops into combat to its rightful place \u2013 the halls of Congress.\n\nFor the last few decades, Congress has largely ceded its authority on military action to the executive branch. By taking a back seat in this debate, members of Congress, the vast majority of whom were not in office 20 years ago, have been allowed to shirk their constitutional responsibilities for waging war.\n\nThe 1991 and 2002 Authorizations for Use of Military Force (AUMF) remain on the books \u2013 with the real possibility they will be \u201crepurposed\u201d to justify a rush to war or other military action \u2013 and should be debated and voted on by Congress.\n\nThe 2002 AUMF Against Iraq Resolution is a prime example of an authorization that has outstayed its welcome.\n\nThis authorization was passed in the months leading up to the invasion of Iraq, giving President George W. Bush authority to use U.S. armed forces to \u201cdefend the national security of the United States against the continuing threat posed by Iraq.\u201d\n\nNow, 20 years after its original passage, the 2002 AUMF is not the sole authority for a single military operation the U.S. is conducting. The combat operations in Iraq are technically over, but troops are still in the country under a \u201ctrain and equip\u201d mission \u2014 only this time our troops are there at the invitation of our partners, the Iraqi government. Simply put, the 2002 AUMF is not being relied upon to combat al-Qaeda, ISIS, or Iranian-backed proxies, nor is it relied upon to support Kurdish forces in Syria.\n\nIf a legitimate threat to the U.S. did arise, Congress should debate and vote on action, or the president should use his Article II powers to repel or preemptively foil an attack if necessary.\n\nThe 2002 AUMF should not be seen as a blank check to the president and military leaders to bypass Congress and the proper process for authorizing military action.\n\nFurther, the president agrees that the 2002 AUMF is no longer necessary and supports its repeal.\n\nThe administration publicly supported repealing the 2002 AUMF in a June 2021 statement, followed by testimony from Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley that repeal would not impact any ongoing U.S. operations.\n\nIn a refreshing show of compromise and bipartisanship, members of Congress from both parties also support repeal. In recent years, the House of Representatives and Senate Foreign Relations Committee have both passed measures to repeal the 2002 AUMF.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:38:01Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-honors-hoosier-veteran-alvin-forney-in-floor-speech/", "VIDEO: Young Honors Hoosier Veteran Alvin Forney in Floor Speech", "2022-11-14", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) spoke on the Senate floor about the life and legacy of Corporal Alvin Forney, a Marine from Indianapolis who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation on September 1, 1965. Young recently met Corporal Forney\u2019s sister, Mary, and learned about Corporal Forney\u2019s story.\n\nIn his remarks, Young praised Forney and all of our veterans for their service and commitment to freedom\u2019s cause.\n\nTo watch the full floor speech, click here.\n\nSenator Young\u2019s full remarks, as prepared for delivery:\n\nPanel 2E, row 71.\n\nNot long ago, a young lady visited the Vietnam Veterans Memorial during a trip to Washington, DC.\n\nShe walked along the wall, searching the black granite panels.\n\nThen she saw the name right there in front of her.\n\nShe stopped and pressed her hand against it\u2026\n\nIt was panel 2E, row 71: Alvin C. Forney.\n\n\u2014\n\nAcross our country \u2014 not just on our National Mall but on the boulevards of our state capitals and in the squares of our small towns, there are names of brave Americans etched in memorials, the names of those who never came home.\n\nAnd there are those who did come home, whose names may not be on monuments, but whose example of service and sacrifice for their country is no less inspiring.\n\nFor two and a half centuries, they have answered the calls, they have protected our freedoms, they have placed their lives in the line of fire oceans away, so their countrymen can live theirs in peace here at home.\n\nThey are the citizen soldiers who defeated a king\u2019s army, who ended the scourge of slavery, who saved western civilization and liberated concentration camps, who stood down communism and stand vigil against terrorism.\n\nThey are more than just names though, they are the spirit of this country: strong but merciful, forever guarding our freedoms and devoted to our fellow citizen.\n\nCorporal Alvin Forney lived this example out in his short life.\n\nHe seemed destined, no matter his path, to make a difference.\n\nAnd he did.\n\nTall, handsome with a bright smile and infectious optimism, he was an ace athlete\u2026a football, track and basketball star at Shortridge and Washington high schools in Indianapolis.\n\nA member of a military family, Corporal Forney enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1961 and went west.\n\nHe graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, and trained in the mountains near Camp Pendleton, enduring the forced marches and step hikes in the tarantula and rattle snake-filled scrub.\n\nSan Diego-trained Marines are sometimes, derisively, referred to as \u201cHollywood Marines\u201d by their Paris Island peers \u2013 Tinsel Town is just up the Pacific Coast Highway.\n\nBut if Hollywood did ever try to create the ideal Marine, Corporal Forney could be its muse.\n\nYou can see it in the old photos, the focus, the confident air, the spotless uniform. He looked like a Gentleman Marine, a hero.\n\nHe wasn\u2019t just courageous, or strong, he was patient and decent, slow to anger, he seldom swore\u2013 a rarity, of course, for a Marine.\n\nHe loved his family and he loved his country.\n\nAnd when he arrived in Vietnam, in the summer of 1965 as part of the third Marine Expeditionary Force, his chief concern was not for himself.\n\nIt was for his brother.\n\nArmy Sargent William Forney, the Corporal\u2019s older sibling, was departing for Vietnam.\n\n\u201cI don\u2019t mind being over here, but I worry about Bill coming over,\u201d Corporal Forney wrote their mother Minnie.\n\nWilliam had married shortly before deploying, and Corporal Forney was concerned about his brother\u2019s separation from his new bride.\n\nShortly after that letter arrived, a military car pulled into the driveway, and a telegraph from the Department of Defense came:\n\nCorporal Forney had been struck by fragments of a mine during a patrol and killed in action near Da Nang.\n\nIt was September 1, 1965. He was twenty-two years old.\n\nHe was awarded the Purple Heart and laid to rest in Indianapolis\u2019 Crown Hill Cemetery, among a president and vice presidents, poets, businessmen and inventors \u2013 and not at all out of place.\n\nEvery September, until the day she died, Corporal Forney\u2019s mother visited his grave.\n\nBeneath the words \u201cBeloved Son and Brother,\u201d and after the mention of Vietnam, his headstone reads \u201cthe first casualty from Indianapolis.\u201d\n\nWhich he was. But simply a statistic, he was not.\n\nIt was half a century later that that young lady came to the Wall in search of Corporal Forney\u2019s name.\n\nShe came because her grandfather asked her to.\n\nFifty years earlier he had served with Corporal Forney at Naval Air Engineering Station at Lakehurst in New Jersey.\n\nAnd he never forgot him.\n\nHe could still see that squared away Marine, he could still hear his soft spoken voice.\n\nAnd he could still remember the day in September 1965 when he walked into headquarters at Lakehurst and saw the secretaries crying, and heard the news: Corporal Forney had been killed in action in Vietnam.\n\nAnd the Corporal\u2019s family too, they never forgot him.\n\nHe\u2019s still in their hearts.\n\nHis younger siblings and cousins, they still remember the days before he left for Vietnam\u2026how kind, loving and protective he was. The memories of the dinners he treated them to, of his popping his fingers and whistling, his enthusiasm and joy.\n\nIn September I met Mary Allen, Corporal Forney\u2019s younger sister on a flight back to Indiana. She shared his story and asked that I remember him.\n\nI will.\n\nOf course, on Veterans Day, which just passed, we remember all those who wore the uniform, who pledged their lives to freedom\u2019s cause.\n\nYes, because they are owed our grateful devotion, our eternal gratitude, every day \u2014 not one day in November.\n\nBeyond that though, to forget them, to take them for granted, would be a form of national self-destruction.\n\nDecades pass, generations come and go, and values change.\n\nIn many ways that is the natural course of a society in search of a more perfect union.\n\nBut those who have defended that Union carry with them unbending values essential to a democracy.\n\nOur veterans set an example.\n\nThey are a monument to the values at the heart of this experiment in liberty.\n\nService and sacrifice.\n\nHumility and honor.\n\nLoyalty to country and love of countryman.\n\nDedication to others and to causes greater than one\u2019s self.\n\n\u2014\n\nPanel 2E, row 71.\n\nWhen that young woman went to the Wall, in search of Panel 2E, row 71, it was not just because her grandfather had served with Alvin Forney.\n\nIt was because, as her grandfather said, he set an example all Americans should be proud to follow.\n\nWithout citizens like Corporal Forney, there is no America.\n\nHe is not forgotten.\n\nNone of our veterans, or the example they set, are.\n\nNor will they ever be.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:38:01Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-applauds-itcs-affirmative-rulings-following-his-testimonies", "Mrvan Applauds ITC\u2019s Affirmative Rulings Following his Testimonies", "2022-11-02", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan applauded the United States International Trade Commission\u2019s (ITC) recent affirmative rulings in support of the domestic steel industry following his testimonies during their September hearings.\n\nSpecific to hot-rolled steel products, which are produced at Cleveland-Cliffs and U.S. Steel facilities in Northwest Indiana, on September 15, 2022, Congressman Mrvan testified that \u201cthe steel products we are discussing today, hot-rolled steel, are made in the First Congressional District, at the U.S. Steel Gary Works and Cleveland Cliffs Indiana Harbor facilities,\u201d and that \u201cwhen foreign competitors choose to cheat and circumvent our trade laws, they threaten the existence of the American steel industry and good-paying jobs that allow our workers to support their families.\u201d Additional information on the ITC\u2019s final ruling on this case is available here.\n\nWith regard to oil country tubular goods (OCTG) products, on September 22, 2022, Congressman Mrvan testified during the ITC hearing and stated that \u201cNorthwest Indiana is home to an incredible steel and manufacturing base, and the dedicated workforce and members of the United Steelworkers produce the material and hot-rolled steel that is used to make OCTG products. As the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, I am committed to continuing to do everything possible to ensure that bad actors and countries that cheat know that American trade laws will be fully enforced.\u201d Additional information on the ITC\u2019s final ruling on this case is available here.\n\nIn response to these ITC rulings, Congressman Mrvan stated, \u201cThe incredible workers and the steel industry of Northwest Indiana are essential to the strength of our nation\u2019s economy and our national security. I am proud to have been able to testify before the ITC on eight different occasions during my first term in Congress. More work remains to continue to ensure that all of our trade laws are enforced, and I am committed to continuing to work as hard as our steelworkers do every day to ensure they can compete on a level playing field.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-seek-nonpartisan-assessment-of-democrats-policies-on-soaring-inflation/", "Young, Colleagues Seek Nonpartisan Assessment of Democrats\u2019 Policies on Soaring Inflation", "2022-10-27", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), and a group of Senate colleagues today sent a letter to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) requesting a thorough assessment of how the spending and inflationary policies passed by Washington Democrats since the beginning of the Biden Administration will affect the nation\u2019s fiscal future in both the short- and long-term.\n\n\u201cWe write to obtain CBO\u2019s assessment of the effects of rapid acceleration of interest rates on net interest costs of servicing the $31-trillion-plus, and growing, federal debt, and effects of the runaway 40-year high consumer price inflation that has been hammering American families and eroding workers\u2019 paychecks,\u201d the senators wrote.\n\n\u201cGiven the upcoming two-day meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee on November 1st and 2nd, at which it is widely expected that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates by at least 75 basis points, please reply as soon as possible after November 2nd so that lawmakers and the public can be equipped with the most accurate data possible when making policy decisions,\u201dthe senators continued.\n\nSenators Young and Daines were joined by Senators Lummis (R-Wyo.), Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Cornyn (R-Texas), Crapo (R-Idaho), Toomey (R-Pa.), Grassley (R-Iowa), Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Cassidy (R-La.), Thune (R-S.D.), Rounds (R-S.D.), Cramer (R-N.D.), Lankford (R-Okla.), and Scott (R-S.C.).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-mccarthy-and-mcconnell-are-both-right-ukraine", "Spartz: McCarthy and McConnell are both right on Ukraine", "2022-10-24", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 As someone with firsthand knowledge of the situation in Europe, I urge President Biden and the Democrats to stop playing politics with people\u2019s lives regarding the war in Ukraine. While incorporating Ukrainian war spending into their large wasteful omnibus bills might be a clever political maneuver \u2013 as it forces most Republicans to vote \u201cno\u201d - it\u2019s counterproductive to the war effort. In fact, such actions allow Putin to intensify anti-Ukrainian propaganda and divide our country.\n\nEven though winter is coming, the Biden administration is still playing reckless politics with energy policies. Understanding the danger of this situation, I recently visited Europe myself and met with a number of stakeholders in Berlin, Brussels, Kyiv and London.\n\nI also joined Yulia Yatsyk, a member of the Ukrainian parliament, in Zaporizhzhia. I was impressed by the bravery and boldness of this courageous woman who not only goes to the frontlines to support the brave Ukrainian soldiers but is also not afraid to challenge corrupt government officials in her region.\n\nWe visited an old monastery near the frontlines founded by the Zaporizhian Sich Cossacks on a very special holiday for Ukraine, October 14 \u2013 the Protection of the Mother of God, the Defender of Ukraine Day, Ukrainian Cossacks Day, and the 80th anniversary of the creation of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army. Being an ancestor to freedom loving Zaporizhian Sich Cossacks, I was especially humbled to witness the Cossacks initiation ceremony and share some Cossack \u201ckulish\u201d (porridge) with frontline soldiers.\n\nI also was able to visit some major Ukrainian cities and discussed the situation on the ground with the local governments which are doing a tremendous job protecting their cities and their citizens. Life in Ukraine is very hard - hearing artillery shells land close by, being woken up by explosions and machine gun fire, and observing \u201ckamikaze\u201d drones from my hotel window, reminded me what the Ukrainian people are going through on a daily basis. As a mother myself I can only imagine all the worries of Ukrainian mothers.\n\nAlthough, I was inspired again by the spirit and toughness of the Ukrainian people and Ukrainian fighters. They reminded me of the freedom loving Americans who founded our country \u2013 brave, patriotic and unwavering. This war is the people\u2019s war against tyranny.\n\nHowever, we cannot underestimate the complexity of the situation and brutality of this war. Therefore, I completely agree with Kevin that Congress cannot send \u201cblank checks\u201d and with Mitch that the Biden administration needs to be \u201cquicker and more proactive\u201d for the sake of freedom loving people fighting this war.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-joins-whip-scalise-and-house-republicans-sending-offshore-energy-letter", "Spartz Joins Whip Scalise and House Republicans in Sending Offshore Energy Letter to President Biden", "2022-10-20", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz joined Minority Whip Steve Scalise (R-LA), in sending a letter to President Biden regarding the five-year offshore energy leasing plan.\n\nThe letter demands President Biden and U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland reverse course on the current disastrous energy policies and invest in America\u2019s energy independence by issuing a five-year offshore leasing plan that includes regular annual lease sales in America\u2019s offshore areas.\n\nThe offshore leasing program is required under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA), mandating the Department of the Interior to finalize a five-year plan before any leasing can occur. While past administrations ensured a smooth transition between schedules, Secretary Haaland broke tradition and severely delayed the release of a proposed program, further undermining American energy production.\n\nIn the letter, Rep. Spartz and House Republicans underlined the grave consequences of undermining oil and gas exploration, pointing to the ongoing energy catastrophes in Europe and California that led to skyrocketing gasoline and electricity prices for hard-working families.\n\n\"President Biden has continuously taken steps that hurt American energy production\" said Rep. Spartz. \"Our letter outlines commonsense actions the President can take to get American energy back on track. We need to develop energy policies, not politics.\"\n\nThe full text of the letter is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-shaheen-reintroduce-bipartisan-bill-to-address-student-debt-crisis-by-increasing-institutional-accountability/", "Young, Shaheen Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Address Student Debt Crisis by Increasing Institutional Accountability", "2022-10-19", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R\u2013Ind.) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) reintroduced their bipartisan bill, The Student Protection and Success Act, which works to curb skyrocketing student debt by increasing higher education institutions\u2019 accountability for their students\u2019 ability to repay their loans and requiring institutions to have a vested interest in the success of their students.\n\nThe Student Protection and Success Act would enact a series of measures requiring higher education institutions to be held accountable and share responsibility for student success. The bill would remove federal student loan eligibility from all colleges and universities where less than 15 percent of their students are able to begin repaying their loans within three years of graduating or leaving school. The bill would also require schools to pay a \u201crisk-sharing fee\u201d based on the total loan volume their students are not able to repay to the Department of Education and then allocate those funds to support schools that are better assisting low-income students.\n\n\u201cHigher education institutions should be preparing graduates for real-life careers, and we must have accountability to ensure students are not saddled with debt on the backs of taxpayers. I\u2019m proud to reintroduce the Student Protection and Success Act so that colleges and universities have an incentive to ensure graduates are able to repay their student loans,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\n\u201cWhen it comes to college affordability, we need to be forward-looking to not only prepare our kids to enter college but also for what comes after, so they can find opportunities and success in the workforce. That\u2019s precisely what our legislation seeks to do,\u201d said Senator Shaheen. \u201cOur bipartisan bill would increase accountability measures for loan repayments on higher education institutions so that they have to keep their promises to borrowers and empower graduates with the resources necessary to succeed after graduation. This bipartisan effort is an investment in student success and the sustainability and strength of our future workforce.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-kaine-call-for-repeal-of-2002-aumf-ahead-of-20th-anniversary/", "Young, Kaine Call For Repeal of 2002 AUMF Ahead of 20th Anniversary", "2022-10-14", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) released the following statement calling for the passage of their bill to repeal the 2002 Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF). The 2002 AUMF was signed into law nearly 20 years ago\u2014on October 16, 2002\u2014and authorized the use of military force against the Saddam Hussein regime in Iraq.\n\n\u201cDecisions as important as whether to send service members into harm\u2019s way warrant careful deliberation and consensus, which is why our Founders gave Congress\u2014rather than any single commander in chief\u2014the power to formally declare and end wars. By failing to repeal outdated and unnecessary AUMFs, Congress is abdicating its responsibility to provide oversight over military action and leaving these war authorizations subject to abuse. It is long past time to reassert Congress\u2019 vital role in these decisions. Our bill has the support of a strong bipartisan majority and deserves a vote on the Senate floor during consideration of the fiscal year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act. We owe it to our nation\u2019s service members, military families, and veterans to pass our legislation repealing the 2002 AUMF and formally end the Iraq War.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/labor-secretary-rep-carson-highlight-job-growth-investments-in-economy", "Labor Secretary, Rep. Carson Highlight Job Growth; Investments in Economy", "2022-10-13", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS\u2014Today, Representative Andre Carson (IN-07) joined Department of Labor (DOL) Secretary Marty Walsh at RecycleForce to highlight federal job creation and the expansion of work opportunities for vulnerable groups.\n\n\"The Secretary's visit is a chance to spotlight what our city and state stand for: good-paying, meaningful jobs and giving all Hoosiers access to opportunities that shape a better future for you and your family,\" said Rep. Carson. \"Thanks to the Biden-Harris administration and an effective Congress, we have not only been able to recover from the pandemic but come back even stronger than before. I am proud to have fought for and supported bills that put people over politics.\"\n\n\"RecycleForce, proudly funded by the Department of Labor, is a critical example of how federal investments can help shape the livelihoods and career pathways of formerly incarcerated citizens,\" said U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh. \"Thanks to Congressman Carson, with the investments from the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, thousands of good-paying jobs will expand in Indiana and across the country. As we implement these vital pieces of legislation, the Department of Labor will continue to ensure grantees provide equal access to job training in growing industries.\"\n\nSince the start of President Biden's administration, Congress has passed transformative measures aimed at economic opportunities for American families. In March 2021, House Democrats passed the American Rescue plan, which provided direct assistance to families, invested in vaccine distribution, ensured schools had the resources to resume in-person learning safely, and gave vital support to small businesses. Now, private sector U.S. jobs are sitting at 1.1 million jobs above the February 2020 level.\n\nIn addition, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, signed into law November 2021, represents a once-in-a-generation investment in our country's roads, bridges, rails, and more. This package has already begun to expand economic opportunities for Americans across the country, taking action to repair our nation's infrastructure while creating nearly 1.5 million jobs every year over the next decade.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-dhsi-grant-award-calumet-college-st-joseph", "Mrvan Announces DHSI Grant Award for Calumet College of St. Joseph", "2022-10-11", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Merrillville, IN - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced a federal grant award for Calumet College of St. Joseph under the Department of Education\u2019s Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (DHSI) program.\n\nAccording to the Department of Education, Calumet College of Saint Joseph will receive $600,000 to create a model career pathway that will place students in high-demand, high-wage careers in health services by enhancing student support and increasing cultural-competency among faculty and staff. The program will provide health and holistic wellness services to students to increase resiliency and promote success in college and the workplace.\n\nThe DHSI program provides grants to assist HSIs to expand educational opportunities for, and improve the attainment of, Hispanic students. The DHSI program grants also enable HSIs to expand and enhance their academic offerings, program quality, and institutional stability.\n\n\u201cI thank all of the educators and leaders at Calumet College of St. Joseph for their efforts to secure this critical funding that will prepare students for careers in healthcare,\u201d stated Rep. Mrvan. \u201cI am proud to support Hispanic-serving institutions of higher education, and I look forward to continuing to expand educational opportunities for students across Northwest Indiana.\u201d\n\n\"This funding provides significant support to help further some of our strategic priorities and to move toward our vision of being a vital and valued resource for the region,\" Calumet College President Dr. Amy McCormack said. \"It strengthens the institution overall by building on the primary strength that emerged in a comprehensive analysis, our culture of belonging and support and a strong sense of community. These new initiatives will help all students move forward -- and upward -- in life.\"\n\nDr. Ginger Rodriguez, Project Manager for both this grant and an earlier Department of Education grant, added that these resources will support student success in school and in careers. \"Synergies between these two programs will mean that we will be able to provide additional support for student access, achievement, and success. Ultimately, that success benefits not only students and their families, but the community where we live and work as well.\"\n\nFor additional information on the Department of Education\u2019s DHSI program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-hassan-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-help-foster-youth-obtain-drivers-licenses/", "Young, Hassan Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Foster Youth Obtain Driver\u2019s Licenses", "2022-10-05", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2013 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) recently introduced a bipartisan bill to help foster youth succeed by helping them obtain driver\u2019s licenses. The process of getting a driver\u2019s license includes high costs and other barriers for foster youth. The Foster Youth and Driving Act works to address these barriers by creating a grant that would help young people in foster care obtain the necessary practice and insurance to get a driver\u2019s license.\n\n\u201cGiven the hardships faced by young Hoosiers in the foster system, we should do all we can to ensure they have the tools necessary for future success. Our bill would remove some of the existing barriers these individuals face when obtaining a driver\u2019s license,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\n\u201cGetting a driver\u2019s license can be an important part of young adulthood \u2013 helping young people gain independence and allowing them to access work and education opportunities. Unfortunately, foster youth face financial barriers to getting a driver\u2019s license,\u201d said Senator Hassan.\u201cOur bipartisan bill takes steps to ensure that foster youth have tools to get a license and to access the opportunities that can come along with it.\u201d\n\nTransportation is a barrier for foster youth and their opportunities to access education and employment \u2013 and can present even more challenges for those in rural areas with limited public transportation. The Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative found that foster youth with driver\u2019s licenses were more likely than their peers to attend school and almost twice as likely to work.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=279", "Baird Opposes Massive Spending Bill", "2022-09-30", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.\u2014 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement opposing the continuing resolution:\n\n\u201cFor over a year, Hoosier families have watched prices for household essentials skyrocket, forcing many to spend hundreds more each month to keep up with record-breaking inflation as their wages remain stagnant,\u201d said Rep. Baird. \u201cWhile Congressional Democrats continue to rubber stamp the same spending sprees that are fueling inflation and putting a strain on Hoosier families, I will not support massive spending packages that bankroll radical agendas in stark contrast with Hoosier values, especially when they do nothing to address or even acknowledge this worsening economic crisis. I promised my constituents I would be a good steward of their taxpayer dollars, and I have no intention of breaking that promise.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-spearhead-passage-of-bipartisan-formula-20-bill/", "Young, Colleagues Spearhead Passage of Bipartisan FORMULA 2.0 Bill", "2022-09-30", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), in conjunction with Senators Mike Lee (R-Utah), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), spearheaded efforts to pass the Bulk Infant Formula to Retail Shelves Act to further ease the infant formula shortage in the United States. The bill passed the House and Senate yesterday, and it now heads to the President\u2019s desk for signature.\n\nThe shutdown of the Abbott plant resulted in a nationwide formula shortage and highlighted significant problems in our regulatory process. In May, reports showed that the national out-of-stock rate jumped to 74%. While reports show the stock rate has improved, many retailers are still limiting how much formula families can buy.\n\nIn July, the FORMULA Act was signed into law by President Biden. The legislation temporarily suspended the tariff for imported formulas. Formula companies have communicated this tariff relief played a massive role in their ability to bring more formula to the United States.\n\nThe Bulk Infant Formula to Retail Shelves Act continues the progress of the FORMULA Act by temporarily waiving tariffs on infant formula base powder. This bill will help domestic manufacturers increase their production, thus further easing the formula crisis in the United States.\n\nOf the bill, Senate leads Young, Lee, Braun, and Menendez said, \u201cWe\u2019ve made significant progress in alleviating the American formula crisis, but there\u2019s still work to do. The Bulk Infant Formula to Retail Shelves Act targets another critical component of formula availability by temporarily waiving tariffs on infant formula base powder. This bill will help domestic manufacturers increase their formula production, and ensuring that American babies don\u2019t go unfed.\u201d\n\nOf the bill, House leads DelBene, Blumenauer, Smith, Larson, Kildee, and Ferguson said, \u201cThe passage of this legislation today is a huge win for families and will be a powerful tool in addressing the ongoing baby formula shortage. This measure, combined with the Formula Act that Congress approved in July, will help get more safe, affordable formula on store shelves and increase domestic production capacity. We thank our colleagues in the House and Senate for their overwhelming bipartisan support on this measure. This shows how we can put families first and show Americans governance can work for them.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:29:59Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=278", "Baird, Axne Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Advocate for Our Farmers", "2022-09-29", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) and Congresswoman Cindy Axne (IA-03) introduced the Farmers Deserve Notification Act which gives farmers nine months to adapt to any new restrictions on pesticides.\n\n\u201cFor the last two years, our nation\u2019s producers have been forced to navigate supply chain issues and skyrocketing input costs which have seriously challenged their ability to feed and clothe the American people,\u201d said Rep. Baird. \u201cThe EPA\u2019s creation and rapid implementation of new regulations only further disrupts this vital industry, forcing farmers to adapt quickly at the detriment of their crops and conservation practices. Our producers need time to find alternatives which is why I\u2019m proud to work with Rep. Cindy Axne to require the EPA to give our producers the time they need to adapt so they can continue supplying a safe and affordable food supply without interruption.\u201d\n\n\u201cI routinely hear from Iowa farmers about the need for certainty and predictability, especially with the recent supply chain issues stemming from the pandemic,\u201d said Rep. Axne. \u201cRather than having to navigate last minute restrictions on their inputs, this bipartisan and commonsense legislation will ensure farmers have enough notice on any modifications to their pest management practices while maintaining the EPA\u2019s ability to act immediately when justified. The EPA plays an important role in protecting our environment, and I\u2019ll continue to support practical ideas to ensure their efforts work with, not against, Iowa\u2019s family farmers.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/justice-victims-war-crimes-act-sponsors-react-un-findings-war-crimes-ukraine", "Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act Sponsors React To UN Findings of War Crimes in Ukraine", "2022-09-29", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 On September 23, 2022, the United Nations\u2019 Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine released findings that Russia has committed war crimes in Ukraine. After visiting 27 towns and interviewing 150 witnesses, the commission reported that Russian troops have committed brutal executions, indiscriminate attacks and sexual and gender-based violence, including against children during their invasion of Ukraine.\n\nIn response to alleged war crimes in Ukraine earlier this year, Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Democratic Whip Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Rep. David N. Cicilline (D-R.I.) and Congresswoman Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) introduced the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act to update the current United States war crimes statute to enable prosecution of war criminals under jurisdiction of the U.S. courts, regardless of the location or targets of their alleged atrocities. The legislation also extends the statute of limitations for war crimes discovered years after they occur.\n\n\u201cThis disturbing report confirms that Russian troops are carrying out heinous attacks on innocent Ukrainians as they continue waging an unjust war. These inhumane and unprovoked crimes, conducted under Putin\u2019s watch, cannot go unpunished. The Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act is needed to send a strong message that people who commit war crimes are not welcome here in the U.S. and should be punished, regardless of where their offense was committed,\u201d Grassley said.\n\n\u201cPerpetrators committing unspeakable war crimes, such as those unfolding before our very eyes in Ukraine, must be held to account,\u201d Durbin said. \u201cWith the UN\u2019s formation of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine, we are sending a clear message to Putin: the world remains steadfast in our commitment to Ukraine and the brave Ukrainian people. And as Co-Chair of the Senate Ukraine Caucus, and Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I will continue to look at various avenues to ensure he pays the price.\u201d\n\n\u201cMy heart goes out to all those families and individuals suffering due to Putin\u2019s illegal and unwarranted invasion of Ukraine and the horrific atrocities carried out by his troops. These war criminals \u2013 all those on the ground, their leaders, and ultimately Vladimir Putin, cannot be allowed to act without consequence. The United States stands with the people of Ukraine, and we must continue our efforts to both weaken Russia through our sanctions regime and strengthen our support for Ukraine via supplies and aid. We need to pass the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act so that when this war ends, none of these war criminals will evade justice for the unconscionable acts they have committed in Ukraine,\u201d said Cicilline.\n\n\u201cThe atrocities of Russia\u2019s war against the Ukrainian people and POWs are heartbreaking. I have seen and heard it firsthand, but these war crimes have now also been confirmed by the UN. The international community cannot remain silent and must hold accountable not only top leaders who make these ruthless orders, but also military commanders who are willing to obey them,\u201d said Spartz.\n\nCurrent law allows for the prosecution of people who commit war crimes in the U.S. or against Americans abroad, but violators who target non-Americans are not subject to the law even after they enter the U.S. The Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act expands the original war crimes jurisdiction to include war criminals found in the U.S., even if they never targeted U.S. nationals. This would allow the prosecution of those non-Americans who come to the U.S. after committing war crimes against Ukrainians.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-urges-colleagues-support-bipartisan-bicameral-antitrust-reform", "Rep. Spartz Urges Colleagues to Support Bipartisan, Bicameral Antitrust Reform Package", "2022-09-29", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz released a statement urging her House colleagues to support a bipartisan, bicameral antitrust reform package, which includes the Merger Filing Fee Modernization, Foreign Merger Subsidy Disclosure, and State Antitrust Enforcement Venue Acts, which passed the House Rules Committee this week and Judiciary Committees earlier this year.\n\nThis legislation is also led by Sens. Tom Cotton (R-AR), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Mike Lee (R-UT) on the Senate side and is a first step to reform antitrust enforcement. These changes will expand state enforcement, rebalance merger filing fees to user fees from larger stakeholders and increase transparency for certain foreign subsidies.\n\n\"Competition and proper antitrust enforcement are essential for free enterprise,\u201d Rep. Spartz said. \u201cOur antitrust laws haven\u2019t been modernized for over a century and need to be aligned with the demands of the 21st century economy in a thoughtful and deliberative way. I am glad to co-lead this bicameral antitrust reform effort to deal with abusive monopoly powers, including infringements on our Constitutional rights by Big Tech.\u201d\n\nFull text of the bill is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-introduces-legislation-increase-transparency-non-profit-hospitals", "Spartz Introduces Legislation to Increase Transparency of Non-Profit Hospitals", "2022-09-29", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) introduced the Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act as part of her package to increase competition in health care.\n\nNon-profit hospitals have accumulated large monopoly powers in many health care markets, although, according to the 2021 Health Affairs study, they spend considerably less on charity care than for-profit hospitals. The current guidelines for community benefit qualifying hospitals for tax-exempt status are vague and could be abused by stakeholders.\n\nBased on multiple studies, including RAND studies performed by the Employers\u2019 Forum of Indiana, Indiana has some of the highest hospital prices and health care monopoly issues in the nation.\n\nThis legislation clarifies the standards by which non-profit hospitals can qualify for tax exemption.\n\nThe full legislative text can be viewed here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-honors-former-congressman-mark-souder-on-senate-floor/", "VIDEO: Young Honors Former Congressman Mark Souder on Senate Floor", "2022-09-29", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013\u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) paid tribute to former Indiana Congressman Mark Souder during remarks on the Senate floor.\n\n**Click here or above to watch Senator Young\u2019s remarks.**\n\nSenator Young\u2019s remarks below:\n\n\u201cI want to take a moment this morning to recognize a friend and fellow Hoosier, Mark Souder. He passed away earlier this week after a battle with cancer.\n\n\u201cMark represented, as so many Hoosiers know, northeastern Indiana in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1995 to 2010. He served eight terms.\n\n\u201cBefore being elected to Congress, he spent years working as a staffer for Indiana Senator Dan Coats.\n\n\u201cAnyone who met Mark was struck by his intellect, his innate grasp of policy details, and perhaps most importantly, his passion for service, for serving Hoosiers in particular.\n\n\u201cYou see, Mark Souder loved northeast Indiana. He loved his constituents. He loved the land, its people and its unique traditions.\n\n\u201cHe was a strong advocate for Hoosier veterans, in particular, and our national parks during his service in Congress.\n\n\u201cHe was also a man of many talents and interests. Baseball was one of them. In fact, he wrote about the game\u2019s history and connections to our own state.\n\n\u201cRecently, Mark collaborated on a book about the history of television in Fort Wayne.\n\n\u201cMore personally, I always appreciated Mark\u2019s kindness and support as I began my Congressional career, and I know Mark provided similar assistance and encouragement to others.\n\n\u201cI offer my deepest condolences to the Souder family and all of Mark\u2019s friends and loved ones as they mourn his loss.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:29:59Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-urges-biden-administration-safeguard-national-security-and-supply", "Rep. Spartz Urges Biden Administration to Safeguard National Security and Supply Chain", "2022-09-28", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Victoria Spartz sent a bipartisan, bicameral letter with Reps. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Bill Pascrell (D-NJ), and Sens. Bob Casey (D-PA), John Cornyn (R-TX) and Chuck Schumer (D-NY), urging the Biden Administration to take immediate action to safeguard national security and supply chain resiliency on outbound investments in adversarial states.\n\n\u201cWhen we cede our manufacturing power and technological know-how to foreign adversaries, we are hurting our economy, our global competitiveness, American workers, industry and national security. Government action on this front is long overdue to address the scope and magnitude of these serious risks we face as a country,\u201d the members of Congress wrote.\n\nThis bipartisan group of lawmakers previously worked together to introduce the National Critical Capabilities Defense Act based on the recommendations of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission created by Congress in 2000, which was stripped from the CHIPS Act of 2022 by the Administration. The legislation would have established an interagency outbound investment review committee in order to better understand the vulnerabilities created in U.S. supply chain as private industries continue to offshore critical capabilities to China and other foreign adversaries.\n\nThe full letter is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-young-sinema-cruz-bill-to-incentivize-more-efficient-airport-construction/", "Senate Passes Young, Sinema, Cruz Bill to Incentivize More Efficient Airport Construction", "2022-09-28", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Last night, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed the Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure Act, bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Kyrsten Sinema (D-Ariz.), and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) to incentivize more efficient completion of airport construction projects \u2013 saving taxpayer dollars and ensuring the safe and swift completion of economy boosting infrastructure projects. The legislation previously passed the House and now heads to the President\u2019s desk to be signed into law.\n\nThe Federal Aviation Administration\u2019s Airport Improvement Program (AIP) provides funding to help strengthen our nation\u2019s aviation infrastructure, but current law does not allow airports to use AIP funds to incentivize early completion of projects. This bill would expand the eligible uses of AIP funds to help expedite certain federally financed airport development projects.\n\n\u201cI am pleased the Senate has passed this bipartisan bill that will help Indiana\u2019s airports continue to make important infrastructure investments,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cOur state is the Crossroads of America, and Hoosier airports are frequently working to improve their infrastructure and aviation safety with projects on their taxiways and runways. The bill will help Indiana\u2019s airports complete those critical aviation infrastructure projects in the most efficient way possible.\u201d\n\n\u201cPassage of our bipartisan Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure Act will give Arizona airports more tools to complete construction projects ahead of schedule. Partnered with the historic investments in the bipartisan infrastructure law, our bill will save Arizona taxpayers money, create more jobs, and fuel faster economic growth for Arizona,\u201d said Senator Sinema, Chair of the Senate Aviation Safety Operations, and Innovation Subcommittee.\n\n\u201cThe Lone Star State has long been an aviation hub, at the forefront of innovation. I am proud to have joined my colleagues in introducing the Airport Infrastructure Act to ensure we stay on the cutting edge of aviation technology. Texas airports, big and small will benefit from this bill as they update aviation infrastructure and I\u2019m glad to have played a part in getting it done,\u201d said Senator Cruz.\n\nAIP provides grants to public agencies and other entities for the planning, development, and execution of infrastructure projects at public-use airports, such as runways and taxiways. The Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure Act would allow airports to use up to $1 million of AIP funding to incentivize the early completion of projects.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:29:59Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-stand-with-sportsmen-introduce-bill-to-stop-the-ban-of-traditional-ammo-and-tackle/", "Young, Colleagues Stand with Sportsmen, Introduce Bill to Stop the Ban of Traditional Ammo & Tackle", "2022-09-23", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Steve Daines (R-Mont.), along with 21 additional Senate colleagues, introduced a bill to prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) from banning the use of traditional lead ammunition or tackle on public lands unless such action is supported by the best available science and state wildlife and fish agencies.\n\nThis bill also comes one week after FWS published a rule that, while expanding access to hunting and fishing at certain wildlife refuges, prohibited the use of lead ammunition and fishing tackle.Last spring, FWS entered into settlement negotiations with activist organizations over a lawsuit regarding the use of traditional ammunition and lead on over 3 million acres of federal land.\n\nSenators Young and Daines were joined by U.S. Senators John Thune (R-S.D.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Dan Sullivan (R-Ala.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.).\n\nQuotes of Support:\n\n\u201cBoth The Bass Federation and The Walleye Federation and our various chapters in 49 states fully support this proposed legislation by Senator Daines and others. History has proven there are no better stewards and supporters of fish, game, conservation and our natural resources than Anglers and Hunters we would not support anything that would endanger those resources. But we simply cannot support blanket federal bans that effect millions of acres of publicly owned resources when it is purely political overreach and there is simply no science or data to support it.\u201d \u2013Robert Cartlidge President and CEO, The Bass Federation and The Walleye Federation", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:29:59Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-leads-bipartisan-bicameral-ukraine-human-rights-policy-act/", "Young Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Ukraine Human Rights Policy Act", "2022-09-23", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), along with Congressmen Pat Fallon (R-Texas) and Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif.), introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Ukraine Human Rights Policy Act of 2022.\n\nThis legislation would put in place a robust mechanism to hold the Russian Federation accountable for the countless human rights abuses it has committed against the people of Ukraine.\n\n\u201cI have met with the spouses and mothers of Ukrainian soldiers currently imprisoned by Russian thugs who have no idea if their loved ones are alive or dead. I have met with Ukrainians who have suffered in unspeakable ways going back to Russia\u2019s first invasion of Crimea in 2014. Russia\u2019s egregious human rights abuses must be met with accountability, both today and in the future. By ensuring strong sanctions are placed on the Russian Federation, this bill marks a step toward justice for the thousands of Ukrainians suffering at the hands of Russia\u2019s barbaric aggression in Ukraine. I\u2019m proud to lead this bipartisan bill to hold Vladimir Putin accountable and urge its passage by Congress,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\nSpecifically, this bill would:\n\nEstablish a congressional nomination process for human rights sanctions in Sec. 228 of Countering America\u2019s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA);\n\nAmend the Sense of Congress in Sec. 252 of CAATSA to solidify support for Ukraine and to further condemn the Russian Federation and its use of paramilitary organizations;\n\nUpdate U.S. policy to address individuals involved in/assisting in Russia\u2019s forced relocation, detention, and filtration activities within Ukraine and in Russia;\n\nRequire the annual State Department human rights report include details on human rights abuses in Ukraine and details on forced relocation and detention by Russia; and\n\nRequire a classified report to Congress on the scope of Russia\u2019s war crimes, including abuses to human rights.\n\nSenator Rosen issued the following statement:\n\n\u201cThe horrific atrocities committed by Russia in Ukraine \u2013 including the recent discovery of mass graves filled with innocent Ukrainian men, women, and children \u2013 cannot go unanswered. As we continue to stand with Ukraine in pursuing justice for these crimes, I\u2019m helping introduce bipartisan legislation to hold Russia accountable for its human rights abuses, and I thank Senator Young and Representatives Panetta and Fallon for their partnership on this bill.\u201d\n\nCongressman Fallon stated:\n\n\u201cI could not think of a more fitting bill to introduce with my House and Senate colleagues following the UN Security Council Meeting and the horrific mass graves uncovered in Izyum. Russia\u2019s invasion of Ukraine reflects Vladimir Putin\u2019s complete disregard for human life. Reports indicate that Vladimir Putin\u2019s war machine is responsible for the forced relocation of over 1 million Ukrainian citizens and almost 15,000 civilian casualties. It\u2019s barbarism such as this that has led my colleagues and I to this legislation. Vladimir Putin and the Russian Federation deserve to be held accountable for every atrocity that they have committed.\n\n\u201cThe Ukraine Human Rights Policy Act of 2022 provides the United States more tools to accomplish this very goal. The world must ensure justice for every man, woman, and child of Ukraine.\u201d\n\nCongressman Panetta added:\n\n\u201cAs Russia continues its ruthless and remorseless attack on Ukraine, the Ukrainian people are experiencing, and the world is witnessing human rights atrocities. By expanding the authority to apply sanctions against Russia, our Ukraine Human Rights Policy Act is a device to hold Russia accountable for its heinous acts and a deterrent against further crimes against humanity. This bipartisan legislation is consonant with the United States leadership on assisting Ukraine and countering Russia and consistent with our values as the world\u2019s leading democracy.\u201d\n\nFoundation for Defense of Democracies Action provided the following statement of support:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:29:59Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-testifies-itc-hearing-octg-steel-products", "Mrvan Testifies Before ITC Hearing on OCTG Steel Products", "2022-09-22", "2022", "2022-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan testified before the International Trade Commission (ITC) during their hearing on Oil Country Tubular Good steel products from Argentina, Mexico, Russia, and South Korea.\n\nLast week, Congressman Mrvan testified before the ITC during their hearing on hot-rolled steel flat products from several countries. This is the eighth time during the 117th Congress that Congressman Mrvan has provided testimony in support of the domestic steel and manufacturing industry during ITC proceedings.\n\nThe text of today\u2019s remarks as prepared for delivery is below, and a link to a video of the remarks is available here.\n\n\"Good morning to all the Commissioners. Thank you for the opportunity to present testimony as part of today\u2019s hearing on Oil Country Tubular Good steel products from Argentina, Mexico, Russia, and South Korea.\n\n\"It is good to speak with you for the second week in a row. I continue to be grateful for your dedicated work to enforce our trade laws, which are critical to the economic success for American steelworkers and our manufacturing industry.\n\n\"For today\u2019s case, as you are well aware, OCTG products are necessary to promote the strength of our nation\u2019s energy infrastructure and national security, as they are primarily used in the energy sector to extract and transport oil and gas throughout the United States.\n\n\"Northwest Indiana is home to an incredible steel and manufacturing base, and the dedicated workforce and members of the United Steelworkers provide the material and hot-rolled steel that is used to make OCTG products.\n\n\"As the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, I am committed to continuing to do everything possible to ensure that bad actors and countries that cheat know that American trade laws will be fully enforced. I also appreciate the opportunity last year, on October 26, 2021, to have sent a letter to you on this case during the preliminary determination proceedings.\n\n\"I am grateful for your serious attention to this case, and all of the pressing matters before the Commission. We must continue to work to ensure that all American workers and the domestic pipe and tube industry are able to compete on a level playing field.\n\n\"Thank you again for the opportunity to testify today.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/sen-rick-scott-rep-victoria-spartz-pow-rights-red-cross-mission-must-be", "Sen. Rick Scott & Rep. Victoria Spartz: POW Rights, Red Cross Mission Must Be Protected", "2022-09-22", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Senator Rick Scott and Congresswoman Victoria Spartz (R-IN) released the following statement after meeting with Ukrainian soldiers who were recently held by Russia as prisoners of war (POW), as well as the family members of current Ukrainian POWs.\n\nRussian forces are denying Ukrainian POWs the right guaranteed to them under the Geneva Convention to be visited by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Congresswoman Spartz has been in contact with Patrick Hamilton, the Head of the ICRC's Delegation to the United States and Canada. Following yesterday's meeting with these Ukrainian service members and families, Senator Scott also spoke with Patrick Hamilton to express his strong support for the ICRC's mission and work to visit POWs and ensure proper treatment of these individuals in accordance with international treaties and laws.\n\n\u201cSince Russia\u2019s unlawful and violent invasion of Ukraine began, we have heard horrific stories of brutal violence both on and off the battlefield. Putin has laid bare his evil intentions for the world to see, and we cannot ignore it. While we have received many briefings here in Washington on the battles across Ukraine, hearing firsthand from these Ukrainian POWs and the family members of those currently being held by Russian forces this week further exposed the unbelievable brutality of Russia\u2019s war. It is essential that the ICRC have full access to all POWs. We fully support the ICRC\u2019s work of ensuring the human rights of POWs are protected and will never tolerate action to hinder its access or otherwise strip the rights afforded to POWs and humanitarian organization under the Geneva Convention.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-resolution-recognizing-september-as-national-workforce-development-month/", "Senate Passes Resolution Recognizing September as National Workforce Development Month", "2022-09-21", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013\u2013 Last night, the Senate passed a resolution introduced by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) recognizing September 2022 as National Workforce Development Month.\n\n\u201cAmericans know that, in order to compete on the global stage, we must train our workers for the jobs of tomorrow. By investing in workforce training, we are investing in ourselves,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cThis resolution highlights the importance of workforce development in providing a pathway to a meaningful career and a chance to live the American Dream.\u201d\n\n\u201cFrom clean energy and advanced manufacturing to sustainable agriculture and innovative technology, we need to ensure that the American workforce is ready to meet the challenges of the 21st century economy,\u201d said Senator Feinstein. \u201cOur resolution recognizes the vital role workforce development plays in growing America\u2019s next generation of workers as well as supporting the advancement of current professionals looking for new employment opportunities.\u201d\n\nIn addition to Senators Young, Feinstein, Scott, and Baldwin the resolution is also cosponsored by Senators Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Bob Casey (D-Pa.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Christopher Coons (D-Del.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), and Christopher Murphy (D-Conn.).\n\nFull text of the resolution is available here and below:\n\nDesignating September 2022 as \u201cNational Workforce Development Month\u201d.\n\nWhereas investment in the education, training, and career advancement of the workforce in the United States, known as \u201cworkforce development\u201d, is crucial to the ability of the United States to compete in the global economy;\n\nWhereas collaboration among Governors, local governments, State and local education, workforce, and human services agencies, community colleges, local businesses, employment service providers, community-based organizations, and workforce development boards provides for long-term, sustainable, and successful workforce development across traditional sectors and emerging industries;\n\nWhereas the number of jobs that require more than a high school diploma but not a 4-year degree is projected to increase by roughly 23 percent by 2030.\n\nWhereas 76 percent of business leaders say greater investment in skills training would help their businesses;\n\nWhereas in 2021, a record 47.4 million Americans quit their jobs, many of whom did so to try to improve their employment situation.\n\nWhereas, as of July 2022 in the United States\u2014\n\n(1) roughly 5,700,000 individuals are unemployed;\n\n(2) unemployment rates for Black and Hispanic adults are well above the unemployment rates for White adults;\n\n(3) workers without postsecondary education and training are more likely to be unemployed;\n\n(4) more than half of the jobs lost due to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID\u201319) pandemic were by workers earning less than $40,000 per year; and\n\n(5) according to a recent poll, 44 percent of U.S. workers said their current job may be at risk due to new developments in technology and automation, while 50 percent said they would retrain for a career in a different field or industry if they had the opportunity;\n\nWhereas, in 2014, Congress reauthorized the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.) with overwhelming bipartisan support in recognition of the need to strengthen the focus of the United States on the skills necessary to effectively prepare individuals for employment in local and regional industries;\n\nWhereas the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.) supports employment, training, and support services for individuals with barriers to employment, including\u2014\n\n(1) individuals who earn low incomes;\n\n(2) individuals who are out of work, including the long-term unemployed;\n\n(3) individuals displaced by outsourcing;\n\n(4) individuals living in rural areas or areas with persistently high unemployment;\n\n(5) individuals looking to learn new skills; and\n\n(6) individuals with disabilities;\n\nWhereas the more than 550 workforce development boards and 2,400 American Job Centers are a driving force behind growing regional economies by providing training, resources, and assistance to workers who aim to compete in the 21st century economy;\n\nWhereas ongoing State and local implementation of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.) provides unprecedented opportunities to develop the skills of workers in the United States through access to effective, quality workforce education and training, including the development and delivery of proven strategies such as sector partnerships, career pathways, integrated education and training, work-based learning models, and paid internships;\n\nWhereas, in 2022, programs authorized under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.) are projected to serve more than 5000,000 young people and adults.\n\nWhereas State programs established under the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.)\u2014\n\n(1) ensured that nearly 2,500,000 workers, including more than 146,000 veterans and more than 120,000 individuals with disabilities, had access to career services virtually and through American Job Centers during the 2020 program year; and\n\n(2) are a foundational part of the workforce development system;\n\nWhereas community colleges and other workforce development training providers across the United States are well situated\u2014\n\n(1) to train the next generation of workers in the United States; and\n\n(2) to address the educational challenges created by emerging industries and technological advancements;\n\nWhereas participation in a career and technical education (referred to in this preamble as \u201cCTE\u201d) program decreases the risk of students dropping out of high school, and all 50 States and the District of Columbia report higher graduation rates for CTE students, as compared to other students;\n\nWhereas community and technical colleges operate as open access institutions serving millions of students annually at a comparatively low cost;\n\nWhereas the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Public Law 115\u2013224; 132 Stat. 1563) supports the development and implementation of high-quality CTE programs that\u2014\n\n(1) combine rigorous academic content with occupational skills; and\n\n(2) serve approximately 12,300,000 high school and college students across the country;\n\nWhereas there are nearly 600,000 registered apprentices in the United States, and there is growing and bipartisan support for expanding quality earn-and-learn strategies to help current and future workers gain skills and work experience;\n\nWhereas the federally supported workforce system and partner programs\u2014\n\n(1) have helped rebuild the economy of the United States and provide increased economic opportunities; and\n\n(2) provide a pathway into 21st century jobs that support families while ensuring that businesses in the United States find the skilled workforce needed to compete in the global economy; and\n\nWhereas workforce development is crucial to sustaining economic security for workers in the United States: Now, therefore, be it\n\nResolved, That the Senate\u2014\n\n(1) designates September 2022 as \u201cNational Workforce Development Month\u201d;\n\n(2) supports Federal initiatives to promote workforce development; and", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-afg-grant-awards-lowell-and-st-john-fire-departments", "Mrvan Announces AFG Grant Awards for Lowell and St. John Fire Departments", "2022-09-16", "2022", "2022-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Merrillville, IN \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced federal grant awards for the Lowell Volunteer Fire Department and the St. John Volunteer Fire Department under the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.\n\nThe Lowell Volunteer Fire Department will receive $510,857, and the St. John Volunteer Fire Department will receive $490,909 to make critical improvements to operations and safety, equip and train emergency personnel, and enhance operational efficiencies. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the AFG program aims to meet the firefighting and emergency response needs of fire departments and non-affiliated emergency medical service organizations.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cI appreciate the successful and collaborative efforts of the leaders of the Lowell Volunteer Fire Department and the St. John Volunteer Fire Department for securing these federal resources for our district. Supporting first responders is a priority of mine, and I am proud to advocate for this funding that ensures firefighters are prepared in the line of duty.\u201d\n\nLowell Town Manager Craig Hendrix stated, \u201cThe Lowell Volunteer Fire Department appreciates the assistance and the efforts of Congressman Mrvan and his staff in helping us obtain these much needed funds to purchase new self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) air packs, SCBA fill station and SCBA accountability system.\u201d\n\nSt. John Fire Chief Kevin LaDuke stated, \u201cThe collaborative synergy between our Departments is at an all-time high, this grant will save our citizens and better protect our firefighters. I am appreciative of the FEMA review committee, support from the Dyer Town Council, St. John Public Safety Commission, St. John Town Council, Congressman Mrvan, and Senators Young and Braun.\u201d\n\nRecently, Rep. Mrvan announced AFG grant awards for the Whiting Fire Department, the Beverly Shores Volunteer Fire Department, and the Portage Fire Department.\n\nFor additional information on the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s AFG program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-requests-blinken-urgently-rebuild-our-diplomatic-mission-ukraine", "Spartz Requests Blinken to Urgently Rebuild our Diplomatic Mission in Ukraine", "2022-09-15", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Spartz sent a letter to Secretary Blinken on her recent return from Europe and Ukraine this week urging him to provide full and prompt support to Ambassador Brink to rebuild our mission in Ukraine.\n\n\"I am impressed and inspired by the bravery of the resilient Ukrainian people and the heroic Ukrainian army,\" Spartz said. \"We need strong American leadership to provide proper oversight and assistance. Expediting our efforts in this area will be crucial for maintaining support from the American people and helping the Ukrainian people win this brutal war and establish proper democratic institutions.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-stabenow-introduce-bipartisan-early-pell-promise-act/", "Young, Stabenow Introduce Bipartisan Early Pell Promise Act", "2022-09-15", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013\u2013 Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) introduced bipartisan legislation to help make sure that students who work hard to get into college can enroll regardless of their financial circumstances.\n\nUnder current law, students only find out how much financial aid they will receive right before attending college. The Early Pell Promise Actwould provide more financial certainty for families by pre-qualifying certain students for full Pell Grant support starting as early as the eighth grade. It also would ensure that families and students who pre-qualify for aid receive additional information about the cost of college attendance and student financial aid.\n\n\u201cMany Hoosier families would benefit from knowing how much financial aid they can count on receiving long before their child\u2019s first day of college. The Early Pell Promise Act works to ensure young Hoosiers are set up for success in our higher education system through pre-qualification for Pell grants as early as the eighth grade. This will help more students to afford higher education and plan for a prosperous future,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\n\u201cToo many young people in Michigan aren\u2019t aware of the resources available to help them find the right college, let alone how to make it a reality,\u201d said Senator Stabenow. \u201cEvery child in America, no matter their financial situation, should know that if they work hard, study hard, and get good grades, the opportunity to attend college will be available after high school.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-bill-makes-taxpayers-advocacy-groups-no-brainers-list/", "Young Bill Makes Taxpayers Advocacy Group\u2019s \u201cNo-Brainers\u201d List", "2022-09-14", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, a bill introduced by U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) \u2013 the Emergency Savings Act \u2013 was selected by the National Taxpayers Union (NTU) for its 12th annual \u201cNo Brainers\u201d list.\n\nNTU is an advocacy organization that fights for responsible tax policy and spending reductions throughout the federal government. Each year, NTU selects ten \u201cno-brainer\u201d bills that can bridge the partisan divide. Each bill meets three important criteria: 1) it has bipartisan support, 2) it has not been on a prior NTU \u201cNo Brainers\u201d list, and 3) it is a common-sense solution to a real problem facing taxpayers.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud that my Emergency Savings Act made NTU\u2019s annual \u2018No Brainers\u2019 list for Congress to pass this year. This bill is a common-sense, bipartisan solution that would help families create stable emergency savings for unforeseen expenses, while keeping retirement accounts intact for the future,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\n\u201cSenator Young has been a leader in Congress when it comes to helping more Americans save more for emergency needs, which is why NTU is proud to include his Emergency Savings Act in our 12th annual No Brainers list. NTU applauds Senator Young and his bipartisan partner on this legislation, Senator Booker, for their thoughtful work on this pro-consumer, pro-taxpayer bill,\u201dsaid Andrew Lautz, Director of Federal Policy for National Taxpayers Union.\n\nSenator Young introduced the bipartisan Emergency Savings Act earlier this year to help Americans build savings for the future. The bill would facilitate convenient and affordable access to workplace emergency savings accounts, improving financial security and reducing retirement savings leakage. Separating emergency savings from one\u2019s retirement savings account will provide participants a better understanding that one account is for short-term emergency needs and the other is for long-term retirement savings, thus empowering employees to handle unexpected financial shocks without jeopardizing their long-term financial security in retirement through emergency hardship withdrawals.\n\nThe Emergency Savings Account Act builds upon work by Senators Young and Booker to develop this concept over the last several years, including the Strengthening Financial Security Through Short-Term Savings Accounts Act of 2021.\n\nTo see what supporters are saying about the Emergency Savings Act, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:29:59Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-call-on-leader-schumer-to-safeguard-national-security-by-voting-on-ndaa/", "Young, Colleagues Call on Leader Schumer to Safeguard National Security by Voting on NDAA", "2022-09-14", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), along with 21 other Senate colleagues, sent a letterto U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) calling for a Senate vote on the FY2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) before the end of September.\n\nThe U.S. House of Representatives approved its version of the legislation in July, with a broad, bipartisan majority voting in support. The letter invoked the words of George Washington while calling on Leader Schumer to schedule a vote on the NDAA in time for an open Senate amendment process to take place. Among other priorities, the legislation funds military technology, strengthens capabilities, and delivers a 4.6 percent pay raise to America\u2019s service members.\n\n\u201cAt the founding of our nation, then-General George Washington penned, \u201cWhen the civil and military powers cooperate, and afford mutual aid to each other there can be little doubt of things going well. Two centuries later, that still rings true. Yet should this body fail in its top Constitutional responsibility of providing for a common defense, our armed services will be left directionless, lack stable funding, and be devoid of civilian Congressional oversight,\u201d the senators wrote.\n\n\u201cMembers of the House passed their NDAA on July 14th, by a vote of 329 \u2013 101,\u201d the senators continued.\u201cFor the bill to go to conference and make it to President Biden\u2019s desk, our colleagues must have the opportunity to debate the Senate version with an open amendment process. As such, we the undersigned respectfully request that you call the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 to the Senate floor before the conclusion of the September work period.\u201d\n\nJoining Senators Young and Tuberville in the letter are U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-Texas), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Dan Sullivan (R-Ark.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.).\n\nA copy of the letter can be found hereand below.\n\nLeader Schumer,\n\nAt the founding of our nation, then-General George Washington penned, \u201cWhen the civil and military powers cooperate, and afford mutual aid to each other there can be little doubt of things going well.\u201d Two centuries later, that still rings true. Yet should this body fail in its top Constitutional responsibility of providing for a common defense, our armed services will be left directionless, lack stable funding, and be devoid of civilian Congressional oversight.\n\nChairman Reed and Ranking Member Inhofe saw to it that the FY2023 National Defense Authorization Act remained bipartisan and the result safeguards the United States. Additionally, the bill invests in technology advancements and procurement through a $45 billion budget topline increase, provides service members with a 4.6 percent pay raise, and strengthens our forces in cybersecurity, space, the Indo-Pacific, personnel management, and many other areas.\n\nMembers of the House passed their NDAA on July 14th, by a vote of 329 \u2013 101. For the bill to go to conference and make it to President Biden\u2019s desk, our colleagues must have the opportunity to debate the Senate version with an open amendment process. As such, we the undersigned respectfully request that you call the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 to the Senate floor before the conclusion of the September work period.\n\nRespectfully,", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:29:59Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-introduce-comprehensive-regulatory-and-permitting-reform-legislation/", "Young, Colleagues Introduce Comprehensive Regulatory and Permitting Reform Legislation", "2022-09-13", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), and 37 senators recently introduced the Simplify Timelines and Assure Regulatory Transparency (START) Act. The bill would allow for comprehensive federal regulatory permitting and project review reform.\n\n\u201cPermitting delays, regulatory inefficiencies, and red tape are all reasons why our nation\u2019s energy infrastructure \u2013 from renewable energy to fossil fuel projects \u2013 are stuck in limbo,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cAt a time when advancing our domestic energy security is vitally important, the START Act is a much-needed step to reduce self-imposed barriers and provide certainty for our supply chains.\u201d\n\n\u201cSince our calls for action and offers to see legislative text from the permitting \u2018deal\u2019 remain unheeded, Republicans are introducing this legislation today to deliver solutions to the roadblocks, delays, and postponements of key infrastructure projects across the country,\u201d said Ranking Member Capito. \u201cThe START Act would provide regulatory certainty to states, expedite permitting and review processes, codify substantive environmental regulatory reforms, and expedite permitting of the critically important Mountain Valley Pipeline. Republicans are unified in working to deliver needed permitting reform, and this legislation is a blueprint for how we can help communities benefit from being able to finally get critical projects across the finish line.\u201d\n\nCosponsors of the legislation include U.S. Senators Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), John Thune (R-S.D.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Roy Blunt (R-Mo.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Ben Sasse (R-Neb.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Pat Toomey (R-Pa.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Richard Shelby (R-Ala.), Richard Burr (R-N.C.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), and Marco Rubio (R-Fla.).\n\nFull text of the legislation can be found here.\n\nA section by section summary can be found here and below.\n\nBILL DETAILS:\n\nSection 2 \u2013 Codification of NEPA Regulations\n\nCodifies the Trump Administration\u2019s modernized National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations.\n\nSection 3 \u2013 Providing Regulatory Certainty\n\nCodifies the Trump Administration\u2019s Navigable Waters Protection Rule\u2019s definition of \u201cwaters of the United States\u201d under the Clean Water Act.\n\nCodifies the Trump Administration\u2019s Section 401 Certification Rule under the Clean Water Act to prevent state actions that unreasonably block energy projects.\n\nCodifies Nationwide Permits issued in 2021 that streamline Section 404 permitting for the development of critical energy projects and other activities under the Clean Water Act.\n\nLengthens the available approval term of permits issued under delegated state water permit programs from 5 to 10 years.\n\nSection 4 \u2013 Limiting New Red Tape and Costs for Gasoline and Other Fuels\n\nProhibits the use and adoption of the Biden Administration\u2019s interim estimates for the \u201csocial cost of greenhouse gases\u201d and any other estimates that may raise gasoline prices.\n\nSection 5 \u2013 Expediting Permitting and Review Processes\n\nCodifies key elements of the One Federal Decision framework for energy projects, including timely approvals for projects, permitting review schedules for projects that are no longer than two years, and limitations on the page length of environmental documents.\n\nProvides litigation certainty on the timing of judicial challenges to energy project approvals.\n\nAllows agencies to share and use one another\u2019s categorical exclusions for energy projects under NEPA.\n\nSection 6 \u2013 States\u2019 Authorities in Hydraulic Fracturing Regulations\n\nGrants states the sole authority to promulgate or enforce any regulation, guidance, or permit requirement regarding hydraulic fracturing on or under any land within their boundaries.\n\nClarifies that the exclusivity of this regulation applies to all federal lands located in the state.\n\nSection 7 \u2013 Federal Lands Freedom Act\n\nGrants states the right to develop energy resources on the federal lands located within their borders. This section gives states the ability to proactively and responsibly develop energy on federal lands.\n\nAllows a state to develop a regulatory program governing the leasing and permitting of energy activities on its federal land.\n\nSection 8 \u2013 Expedited Approval for the Mountain Valley Pipeline\n\nExpedites the approval for the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) project within 21 days of enactment. This section paves the way for another American energy revolution by taking concrete steps to buck the policies that are holding American energy producers back to the benefit of hostile regimes with inferior environmental standards.\n\nSection 9 \u2013 Reducing Timeframes for Endangered Species Act Consultations\n\nReforms the Section 7 consultation process under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) by shortening consultation timelines from 90 to 60 days.\n\nAlso shortens thresholds for ending or extending consultation times from 150 to 100 days. This section reforms a well-known roadblock to efficient permitting.\n\nSection 10 \u2013 New Source Review Permitting Improvement Act\n\nReforms the New Source Review (NSR) program under the Clean Air Act. This environmental regulation actually prevents industry from making upgrades to existing facilities to improve efficiency and reduce emissions. Provides greater regulatory certainty about when facility upgrades require a permit.\n\nSection 11 \u2013 No Retroactive Permit Vetoes\n\nClarifies existing law to promote timely and thorough consideration of Clean Water Act Section 404 permits, and eliminates unfair and confusing permitting actions in order to support domestic energy production.\n\nSection 12 \u2013 Policy Review under the Clean Air Act\n\nStrikes the statutory mandate under the Clean Air Act Section 309 that EPA review and comment on newly authorized federal projects for construction or any major federal action that falls under NEPA for environmental review as well as agency regulations.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:29:59Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-joins-scott-colleagues-in-effort-to-protect-charter-schools/", "Young Joins Scott, Colleagues in Effort to Protect Charter Schools", "2022-09-12", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Last week, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.), along with 20 colleagues, introduced Congressional Review Act (CRA) legislation to nullify the Biden administration\u2019s new rules adding burdensome requirements to charter schools seeking funding.\n\n\u201cOur Hoosier students and families deserve to choose the type of school that best suits their needs, including high-quality public charter schools. That\u2019s why I joined a resolution challenging the Biden administration\u2019s burdensome new restrictions on charter schools seeking federal funding,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\n\u201cTime and time again, this administration has bowed to big-labor unions and liberal extremists at the expense of children\u2019s futures. Now they are outdoing themselves with rules that will undermine charter schools \u2014 tuition-free, top-notch public education options that serve primarily disadvantaged students,\u201d said Senator Scott. \u201cSupport for these schools has never been a partisan issue. It\u2019s time the administration put politics aside and joined parents in the fight for quality education.\u201d\n\nCosponsors of the resolution include Senators Richard Burr (R-N.C.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), James Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Rand Paul (R-Ky.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), and Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.).\n\nBackground:\n\nEarlier this year, the Department of Education announced new rules overhauling the 28-year-old, bipartisan Charter School Program (CSP). The changes would place federal, one-size-fits-all requirements on charter schools, making it difficult \u2014 if not impossible \u2014 for many of these high-quality public schools to receive funding.\n\nDespite substantial bipartisan backlash, the administration is moving ahead with its plans, which will strip families of education choice and give more power to big labor unions and bureaucrats in D.C.\n\nClick here to read about the CRA in Fox News.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:29:59Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-releases-op-ed-preventing-another-public-health-crisis/", "Young Releases Op-Ed: \u201cPreventing Another Public Health Crisis\u201d", "2022-09-12", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013\u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) released an op-ed on his legislation to fight antimicrobial resistance. The Pioneering Antimicrobial Subscriptions to End Upsurging Resistance (PASTEUR) Act would encourage development of innovative antibiotics to treat resistant infections and improve appropriate antibiotic use for Hoosiers.\n\nThe full op-ed is below and available for publication:\n\nPreventing Another Public Health Crisis\n\nBy Senator Todd Young\n\nThe COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated America\u2019s vulnerability to catastrophic public health crises. And it highlighted the urgency of taking reasonable measures to prevent them in the future.\n\nWhile it is not dominating current news headlines, the next public health crisis is already here: the emergence of bacteria resistant to antibiotic treatment.\n\nAntimicrobials\u2014including antibiotics\u2014play a fundamental role in our health care system\u2019s most common and most complex medical procedures, preventing infection, fighting disease, and saving lives along the way.\n\nAntimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs naturally when bacteria and other microbes evolve traits that make them more difficult to kill. Unfortunately, the overuse and misuse of life-saving antibiotics have dangerously accelerated this natural process, increasingly burdening our health system with infections that cannot be as effectively treated with antibiotics. In fact, research shows that roughly 30 percent of antibiotics used in hospitals are unnecessary or prescribed incorrectly.\n\nAs it stands, AMR is already far from an abstract public health threat. Today, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that antibiotic resistance kills someone in the United States every 15 minutes, amounting to at least 35,000 lives lost annually. And unless our pharmaceutical innovators create new, more potent drugs, AMR is expected to be the leading cause of death worldwide by 2050.\n\nYet as these resistant infections rise and deaths are projected to increase, the global pipeline of antibiotics in development remains stagnant. This is because drug makers everywhere face unique disincentives when it comes to developing new antimicrobials: to slow AMR and keep these medications effective for as long as possible, many doctors rightly try to limit their use to only those cases in which they are truly necessary. But this limited use can result in low sale volumes, making it difficult for the companies developing and producing these innovative antibiotics to stay in business. As a result, there are far too few drugs in development to treat the most dangerous pathogens.\n\nOver the last several decades, we have made significant advancements in areas like cancer, organ transplantation, and cystic fibrosis. But these advancements are undermined as patients lose their lives to untreatable resistant infections. Common procedures like hip and knee replacements and caesarian sections carry serious infection risks and are becoming more dangerous as our antibiotic options dwindle.\n\nThis is a growing public health threat, and Hoosiers should not have to worry that antibiotics are not doing their intended job. Our health system must preemptively combat antibiotic resistance and ensure we do not return to an era when even a simple medical procedure could be deadly.\n\nThe PASTEUR Act, which I introduced with Senator Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), incentivizes the development of new antibiotics, spurring urgently needed innovation. Currently, the drug reimbursement system in our country rewards volume, not value. The federal government pays for antimicrobials in a way that fails to drive innovation or appropriate use. The PASTEUR Act would introduce a new model for paying for novel antimicrobials\u2014one that incentivizes the development of antimicrobials based upon the value they provide for public health, rather than the volume used.\n\nThe PASTEUR Act would help reinvigorate the antibiotics pipeline by providing sizable, subscription-based government contracts for access to innovative, high-priority antibiotics. Importantly, the federal government only pays once \u2013 the subscription payment is all-inclusive, and the PASTEUR Act only pays for success.\n\nThis approach addresses the core issue confronting the antibiotics market: the pressing need for effective, innovative drugs that don\u2019t have high sales potential.\n\nAt the same time, the PASTEUR Act would focus on educating health care providers on how to avoid overuse or misuse of these life-saving medications in order to slow the emergence of antibiotic-resistant pathogens. It is a proactive initiative to meet an emerging crisis head on.\n\nEvery year we wait to address the crisis of AMR is another year patients and providers must struggle to access life-saving medicines. After our nation has endured a pandemic, this is the type of much-needed reform to our health system that all Americans will support. Our hard-earned experience from the last public health crisis can lead to a renewed motivation to prepare for the next one before it\u2019s too late. Let\u2019s pass the PASTEUR Act.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:29:59Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-bill-to-rename-st-joseph-va-clinic-in-honor-of-late-rep-jackie-walorski/", "Senate Passes Bill to Rename St. Joseph VA Clinic in Honor of Late Rep. Jackie Walorski", "2022-09-08", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013\u2013 Today, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed legislation to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Clinic in Mishawaka, Indiana the \u201cJackie Walorski VA Clinic.\u201d The bill, supported by the entire Indiana House delegation, passed the House of Representatives last month and will now go to the President\u2019s desk to be signed into law.\n\nIndiana Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) introduced an identical version of the bill in the Senate.\n\n\u201cJackie was a good friend and committed public servant, and we miss her deeply. During her service, Jackie never lost sight of protecting our Hoosier veterans. Renaming the Mishawaka VA Clinic in Jackie\u2019s honor is just one way her legacy will live on for years to come,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\n\u201cJackie Walorski dedicated her life to serving Hoosiers, and had a special passion for helping veterans and their families get the benefits they have earned. It is right that this VA Clinic be named in Jackie Walorski\u2019s honor,\u201d said Senator Braun.\n\nOn Wednesday, August 3, Rep. Walorski died in a tragic car accident while traveling in Indiana\u2019s second district. Rep. Walorski served on the House Committee on Veterans\u2019 Affairs during her congressional career, and she championed important reforms to improve the quality and accessibility of services for our nation\u2019s military veterans and the lives of veteran constituents at home. Her tireless work on behalf of veterans included helping to secure the new Mishawaka VA clinic, which opened in 2017 to improve access to care for Hoosier veterans.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-afg-grant-awards-whiting-and-beverly-shores-fire-departments", "Mrvan Announces AFG Grant Awards for Whiting and Beverly Shores Fire Departments", "2022-09-02", "2022", "2022-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Merrillville, IN \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced federal grant awards for the Whiting Fire Department and the Beverly Shores Volunteer Fire Department under the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.\n\nThe Whiting Fire Department will receive $26,666, and the Beverly Shores Volunteer Fire Department will receive $123,479, to obtain critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel and enhance operational efficiencies. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the AFG program aims to meet the firefighting and emergency response needs of fire departments and non-affiliated emergency medical service organizations.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cI commend the leaders of the Whiting Fire Department and the Beverly Shores Volunteer Fire Department for their successful efforts to secure these essential federal resources. I am grateful for the selfless and dedicated work that our fire departments and all first responders exhibit on a daily basis, and I will continue to work to support federal resources that help improve the abilities of all first responders to keep our communities safe.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis award is huge for our department and vastly improves the safety and living conditions for our firefighters. The City of Whiting and the Whiting Fire Department would like to thank Congressman Mrvan and his continuing support of our first responders,\u201d stated Whiting Fire Chief Don Harbin.\n\nLast month, Rep. Mrvan announced that the Portage Fire Department would receive an AFG award in the amount of $201,192.\n\nFor additional information on the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s AFG program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-joins-announcement-arp-broadband-investment-indiana", "Mrvan Joins Announcement of ARP Broadband Investment for Indiana", "2022-09-01", "2022", "2022-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Earlier this week, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan joined senior administration officials, including Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo, in announcing federal investments in broadband technology for Indiana under the American Rescue Plan (ARP).\n\nAccording to the Department of Treasury, the federal funds will support Indiana\u2019s Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program, which supports broadband infrastructure and services to areas and locations currently lacking access to at least 25/3 Mbps, with a focus on services to school buildings, rural health clinics, and households with students.\n\nCongressman Frank J. Mrvan stated, \u201cI am proud that one of my first formative votes in Congress was for the American Rescue Plan. Not only did this law save lives, support small businesses, and reopen our schools, but it is also improving broadband services that are critical for the success of our economies. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed disparities in access to healthcare, mental healthcare, and education resources, and this federal investment is essential to closing that gap and ensuring that everyone has the capabilities to access the tools they need to succeed and be healthy.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe pandemic upended life as we knew it\u2014from work to school to connecting with friends and family\u2014and exposed the stark inequity in access to affordable and reliable high-speed internet in communities across the country, but especially in rural, tribal, and low-income communities,\u201d said Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo. \u201cThis funding will lay the foundation for the Biden-Harris Administration\u2019s historic investments to increase access to high-speed internet and reduce broadband bills for American households and businesses.\u201d\n\nTo learn more about this ARP program from the Department of Treasury, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-sends-independence-day-congratulations-heroic-ukrainian-people", "Spartz Sends Independence Day Congratulations to Heroic Ukrainian People", "2022-08-24", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Transcript (EN):\n\nI\u2019m Victoria Spartz, Congresswoman of Indiana\u2019s Fifth Congressional District. As the only Ukrainian born member of Congress, I wanted to congratulate all Ukrainians on this Independence Day. You have shown the world what it truly means to defend your freedoms and protect your democracy. The American people stand with you.\n\nI have spent the months since Putin\u2019s invasion of Ukraine vocalizing my support for my birth country. But with billions of US dollars going to Ukraine, we must demand accountability. Not only for the American taxpayers, but also for the sake of the brave Ukrainians fighting Russian aggression and sacrificing their lives.\n\nCongress must ask the tough questions so we can help critical aid reach the Ukrainian military and help defeat Putin\u2019s aggression. As a member of the House Judiciary Committee, I will continue to demand proper oversight and the need for streamlined logistic processes to improve efficiencies of aid delivery to Ukraine, mitigate risks of sabotage, and provide assurances for American taxpayers.\n\nI spent half my life in Ukraine. I have family, friends, and relatives there. I know the history of the country. My family personally suffered under Stalin and Hitler. I have a heritage of Zaporizhian Sich Cossacks and a \u201cViking\u201d bloodline. Free Ukraine is in our national interest and the west must win! 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"Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Merrillville, IN \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced a federal grant award for the City of Portage Fire Department under the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.\n\nThe Portage Fire Department will receive $201,192 to obtain critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel and enhance their operational efficiencies. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the AFG program aims to meet the firefighting and emergency response needs of fire departments and non-affiliated emergency medical service organizations.\n\nCongressman Frank J. Mrvan stated, \u201cThe AFG program has a proven track record of assisting firefighters and emergency responders in their daily duties to keep our communities safe. I applaud the Portage Fire Department and all of the leaders in the City of Portage for successfully identifying this federal resource to meet the needs of their residents. I will continue to do all I can to support all of our public safety officers and their invaluable service to our region.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Portage Fire Department is very excited and humbled to receive this Assistance to Firefighter Grant award,\u201d said Kevin DeYoung, Assistant Chief of the Portage Fire Department. \u201cThis grant funding will allow us to purchase new portable radios, which will increase our capabilities and set us up for future changes. The new radios will be equipped to better communicate with our neighboring communities in Lake County and will Bluetooth connect to our air packs. This will increase firefighter safety and improve communications on all types of incidents. We would like to thank Congressman Mrvan for his support on this grant.\u201d\n\nFor additional information on the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s AFG program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/president-biden-we-cannot-betray-brave-ukrainian-people-and-fighters-inaction", "President Biden: We Cannot Betray Brave Ukrainian People and Fighters \u2013 Inaction Equals Sabotage", "2022-08-22", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Spartz sent a letter to President Biden, Secretary Blinken, Secretary Austin and General Milley urging them to improve efficiency and volume of direct lethal aid to Ukraine, implement P2P (point to point) logistics to the frontline, and establish an advisory and oversight joint task force in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine for distribution of financial aid to address high risks of incompetency, corruption, infiltration and abuse of power in the Ukrainian government.\n\n\u201cLast week, I visited Ukraine for the 7th time since the war started and was very impressed with our new diplomatic team in Ukraine\u201d, Rep. Spartz said. \u201cHowever, the Biden Administration has to take some urgent actions for our strategic mission to succeed and save Ukrainian lives\u201d.\n\nSee the full letter here and video from the frontline.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-anti-police-rhetoric-must-stop-and-we-have-support-our-police-0", "Spartz: Anti-Police Rhetoric Must Stop and We Have to Support our Police Officers on the Frontlines Daily", "2022-08-22", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Carmel, IN - Amidst an ever-changing news cycle, I remain extremely concerned about rising anti-police sentiment across our country. Baseless claims of institutionalized police violence, oppression and incompetence avoid a simple and undeniable truth \u2013 strong and well-funded police departments make our communities safer. An Obama Administration report confirmed this, concluding that a 10% increase in the size of a police force leads to as much as a 10% reduction in crime. The bipartisan takeaway is clear \u2013 the most important way we can increase public safety is by increasing support for our police, men and women who serve on the frontlines every day to protect us.\n\nAn alarming consequence of the anti-police narrative in our country is that it is now more dangerous than ever to serve as a police officer. The numbers confirm this \u2013 in 2021 there were 73 officers murdered nationwide in the line of duty, and as of August 18, 2022, 42 officers have been tragically killed this year. Historic numbers pale in comparison to what we are seeing today.\n\nOne of these tragedies occurred in my district in July, when Elwood, Indiana Police Officer Noah Shahnavaz was murdered while conducting a routine traffic stop. Noah dedicated his life to serving and protecting his country and community, spending five years in the military before joining the Elwood Police Department last year.\n\nI recently had the privilege to meet with Noah\u2019s incredible parents and learn about their son. His father, Matthew, shared a story with me that truly reflects Noah\u2019s character.\n\nImage\n\nMatthew Shahnavaz, Laurie Shahnavaz, Congresswoman Victoria Spartz, Elwood Police Chief Brizendine\n\nMatthew, like many parents, did not understand Noah\u2019s \u201cgaming\u201d habit, encouraging him to spend his time more wisely. After Noah\u2019s tragic and untimely death, an unknown friend from Canada came through the visitation line, sobbing. Noah had befriended him online, talked him through a difficult time, and prevented him from taking his life. Noah\u2019s parents were stunned \u2013 they had no idea Noah had saved someone\u2019s life while online. It turns out, he had helped multiple people with their mental health struggles in this way.\n\nWe must remember that it is individuals like Noah who are placed in danger when anti-police attitudes are peddled by those in power, and we must continue to back our police departments for the support they provide and the safety they uphold. A strong, well-funded police department is the backbone of a safe community and free republic, and I am committed to using my position in the United States Congress to fully support our men and women in blue.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-talent-search-program-grant-award-ivy-tech", "Mrvan Announces Talent Search Program Grant Award for Ivy Tech", "2022-08-19", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced a grant award for Ivy Tech Community College - Lake County Campus under the Department of Education\u2019s Talent Search Program.\n\nIvy Tech Community College - Lake County Campus will receive $323,420 to provide academic, career, and financial counseling to individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential to succeed in higher education. According to the Department of Education, the Talent Search Program aims to increase the number of youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who complete high school and enroll in and complete their postsecondary education.\n\n\u201cI congratulate Chancellor Gonzalez and all of the leaders at Ivy Tech Community College for their initiative to successfully obtain this beneficial federal resource,\u201d said Rep. Mrvan. \u201cThis is the type of action that invests in the future prosperity of Northwest Indiana and prepares the next generation of the workforce to thrive in their careers.\u201d\n\n\u201cIvy Tech appreciates the continued federal support that allows us to serve close to 600 first- generation students in Gary and the surrounding communities. Programs like this are critical in meeting the needs of our community and students who are working to improve their lives through education,\u201d said Louie Gonzalez, Chancellor of Ivy Tech Community College Lake County Campus.\n\nFor additional information on the Department of Education\u2019s Talent Search Program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-mrvan-hosts-prominent-hispanic-legislator-northwest-indiana", "Congressman Mrvan Hosts Prominent Hispanic Legislator in Northwest Indiana", "2022-08-18", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Hammond, IN \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Congressmen Frank J. Mrvan (IN-01) hosted U.S. Congressman Tony C\u00e1rdenas (CA-29) at a Hispanic Community Roundtable at Purdue University Northwest in Hammond. The two met with local community stakeholders, including Indiana State Representatives Mike Andrade (HD-12) and Earl Harris Jr. (HD-02).\n\n\u201cI thank Congressman C\u00e1rdenas, State Representatives Andrade and Harris, and all of the participants for joining in this active discussion on the issues facing the Hispanic community in Northwest Indiana,\u201d said Congressman Frank J. Mrvan. \u201cTogether, we can continue to advocate for meaningful solutions to promote economic growth and prosperity for all individuals and small businesses throughout our region.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a former small business owner, I know what it takes to run a business \u2013 that\u2019s why I\u2019m dedicated to supporting all businesses and business owners here in Indiana,\u201d said Congressman Tony C\u00e1rdenas. \u201cThe Latino entrepreneurs we met today have built their businesses from the ground up, created and retained jobs and driven the local economy forward. Even as we grapple with the ongoing pandemic, they have been the heart and soul of this community. Rep. Mrvan and I continue to work hard in Congress to bring back federal resources through the Inflation Reduction Act, American Rescue Plan and other legislation to make sure each of them can succeed now and in the long run. We\u2019ll keep working hard in Washington to build on this progress and strengthen our economy with small businesses at the forefront.\u201d\n\n\"As one of two Hispanic legislators in the Indiana House of Representatives, I know firsthand the importance of representation in government,\" State Rep. Mike Andrade said. \"Having the ability to sit down and listen to members of the local Hispanic community will help us to better represent our constituents and hear concerns affecting the daily lives of Hoosiers.\"\n\n\"Yesterday's event was a great opportunity for lawmakers to hear from members of Indiana's Hispanic community about their concerns,\" said State Rep. Earl Harris Jr. \"As a legislator who is both African American and Hispanic, I know that being heard and feeling represented in your government can lead to increased civic engagement which benefits everyone in the state.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-releases-op-ed-on-chips-and-science-act/", "Young Releases Op-Ed on CHIPS and Science Act", "2022-08-18", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "America went on offense against the Chinese Communist Party earlier this month.\n\nLegislation I worked on for years to out-innovate and outcompete China was signed into law on August 9.\n\nThe legislation went by many titles \u2013 the Endless Frontier Act, the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act, and finally the CHIPS and Science Act.\n\nNo matter its name, enacting this legislation into law is a win for Indiana and a bold investment in America\u2019s national security.\n\nI wrote the original version of this bill recognizing that we are in an ongoing global power competition with China. In many crucial areas, Beijing is gaining ground or even ahead of the U.S.\n\nThe Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has invested $14 trillion in the frontier technologies that will shape our modern economy and decide winners of future wars \u2013 technologies like quantum computing, robotics, and Artificial Intelligence. China has even made advances in hypersonic technology, which allows missiles carrying nuclear projectiles to travel at five times the speed of sound while evading our current defense systems.\n\nIn the last year, Hoosiers saw just how vulnerable \u2013 militarily and economically \u2013 America is to an increasingly technologically superior China. First, China tested a nuclear-capable hypersonic missile capable of circling the earth before speeding towards and hitting a target.\n\nThen, closer to home America\u2019s supply chain ground to a halt because of a shortage of semiconductors, leaving plants like General Motors in Fort Wayne sitting idle.\n\nThese tiny chips bring life to our cellphones, cars, appliances \u2013 almost anything with a motor or a plug, including our military platforms. Many of our major domestic industries were put on pause because we are so reliant on other nations for computer chips.\n\nAmerica makes only 12 percent of the global supply of semiconductors, and China is investing heavily in semiconductor production. China accounted for less than four percent of the market half a decade ago, but is now on pace to control roughly 20 percent of the market by 2024.\n\nIf China produces more and more of the world\u2019s supply of semiconductors, America\u2019s economy and security could be at the mercy of the CCP, especially in the event of another pandemic or war. After all, 90 percent the chips in our military hardware are currently made overseas.\n\nThis is all part of Beijing\u2019s bet to beat America. But the CHIPS and Science Act helps America counter that bet.\n\nThis new law provides $52.7 billion to jumpstart semiconductor production here in the United States. A thriving domestic chip industry will prevent future supply chain stoppages and safeguard our military readiness.\n\nAnd it will benefit the Heartland economy. A corridor of the semiconductor industry will run through Indiana. Thanks to this law, SkyWater Technology is moving forward with plans to partner with Purdue to build a $1.8 billion dollar facility in West Lafayette that will manufacture semiconductor chips and create an estimated 750 jobs.\n\nThe CHIPS and Science Act also provides $2 billion for Department of Defense semiconductors. NSWC Crane, with its expertise in chip manufacturing, is expected to play a significant role in this effort, in turn creating economic opportunities across southern Indiana. SkyWater already opened an office in Odon, near Crane.\n\nThe new law also supercharges funding of basic scientific research and significantly expands STEM education opportunities. And it will establish regional tech hubs across our country to help launch innovative companies, revive American manufacturing, and lay the foundation for new jobs to jumpstart our local communities. Indiana will have an opportunity to apply for a tech hub designation, and Hoosiers have good reason to be optimistic about our state\u2019s chance of success.\n\nThese Heartland investments are incredibly important at a time when just a handful of American cities account for nearly 90 percent of job growth in advanced sectors like tech, computer manufacturing, biotech, and telecom.\n\nThe truth is our country faces a defense deficit, in large part because the Chinese government is heavily subsidizing industries and the development of mission critical technologies that the CCP hopes will give it an upper hand, both militarily and economically. It is simply not a level playing field.\n\nGiven this reality, we face two choices: do nothing and cede the future, or make smart investments in the American people and our national security to win the future.\n\nBy passing the CHIPS and Science Act, we are building a more prosperous and secure tomorrow for all Americans.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:26:22Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-mrvan-tours-federal-projects-michigan-city-portage-and-east-chicago-usace", "Rep. Mrvan Tours Federal Projects in Michigan City, Portage, and East Chicago with USACE", "2022-08-17", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "East Chicago, IN - Yesterday, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, joined Colonel Paul Culberson from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Paul Labovitz, Superintendent of Indiana Dunes National Park, Fernando Trevino, Executive Director of the East Chicago Waterway Management District, and Tim Frame, Harbormaster of the Michigan City Port Authority to tour $49,603,000 in federally funded projects across Northwest Indiana.\n\nRep. Mrvan toured the Michigan City Harbor, Indiana Shoreline and Mt. Baldy, Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor, and Indiana Harbor and Confined Disposal Facility.\n\n\u201cI thank Colonel Culberson for the opportunity to tour federally funded projects at work across Northwest Indiana. I am grateful for the ability to bring our federal tax dollars back to our district to invest in our local infrastructure,\u201d said Rep. Mrvan. \u201cWhen we invest in our natural resources, we have the ability to create good-paying jobs and economic opportunities throughout our region.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday\u2019s visits to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District project sites highlight the importance of the partnerships between our federal and local sponsors, the Corps, and the continuing efforts of Rep. Frank Mrvan in ensuring that these projects and others like them, continue to contribute economically and provide jobs and recreation opportunities to the people he represents,\u201d said Col. Paul Culberson, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.\n\n\u201cIndiana Dunes National Park appreciates the collaboration with the US Army Corps of Engineers in addressing a century-old challenge of a sand deficit along park beaches at Crescent Dune and Mt. Baldy west to the Town of Beverly Shores. Rep. Mrvan\u2019s focus on this issue has helped provide better beach recreation opportunities for our visitors. Beach nourishment works and other areas in the National Park can hopefully receive similar attention,\u201d said Superintendent Paul Labovitz, Indiana Dunes National Park.\n\n\u201cThe Army Corps of Engineers has been an excellent project partner in the construction and maintenance of the CDF. The District was happy to write a strong letter of support for the funding of the CDF expansion,\u201d said Fernando Trevino, Executive Director of the East Chicago Waterway Management District. \u201cThe CDF expansion project is important to our region\u2019s economic success supporting uninterrupted viability of steel and other industries located along Lake Michigan, which are an important part of the local, regional, national and international economies.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Michigan City Port Authority appreciates Rep. Mrvan\u2019s efforts to secure funding for the USACE structures in Michigan City,\u201d said Tim Frame, Michigan City Port Authority Harbormaster. \u201cThese projects help keep Trail Creek a viable Harbor for boating in Michigan City.\u201d\n\nFederally authorized projects under the jurisdiction of the USACE:\n\nMichigan City Harbor\n\nInfrastructure Investment and Jobs Act \u2013 $7,000,000\n\nFunding will support repairs to the detached breakwater to include the east pier superstructure around the lighthouse.\n\n2023 Community Project Funding \u2013 $1,026,000\n\nFunding will support operations and maintenance at Michigan City Harbor will support economic development within the City of Michigan City driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.\n\n2022 Appropriations \u2013 $10,000\n\nFunding will support shoreline nourishment at Mt. Baldy.\n\nIndiana Harbor\n\n2023 Appropriations \u2013 $8,654,000\n\nFunding will support operations and maintenance activities in the federal harbor and as associated with the operations and maintenance of the Indiana Harbor CDF.\n\n2022 Appropriations \u2013 $8,196,000\n\nFunding will support operations and maintenance activities in the federal harbor and as associated with the operations and maintenance of the Indiana Harbor CDF.\n\n2022 Appropriations \u2013 Indiana Harbor CDF $18,395,000\n\nFunding will support the planned Phase II construction of the Indiana Harbor Confined Disposal Facility (CDF), which contains the backlog and annual maintenance navigational dredging.\n\nIndiana Shoreline\n\n2023 Community Project Funding \u2013 $2,700,000\n\nFunding will support the movement of sand along the shoreline at Indiana Dunes National Park (IDNP) has been interrupted by harbor structures causing accelerated erosion of the beach and dunes west of these structures.\n\n2022 Community Project Funding \u2013 $2,700,000\n\nFunding will support the movement of sand along the shoreline at Indiana Dunes National Park (IDNP) has been interrupted by the Michigan City harbor structures causing accelerated erosion of the beach and dunes west of these federal harbor structures.\n\nBurns Waterway Small Boat Harbor\n\n2023 Community Project Funding \u2013 $922,000\n\nFunding will support operations and maintenance at Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor will support economic development within the City of Portage driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-introduces-doug-zembiec-gold-star-family-support-act-of-2022/", "Young Introduces Doug Zembiec Gold Star Family Support Act of 2022", "2022-08-17", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013\u2013 U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) recently introduced the Doug Zembiec Gold Star Family Support Act of 2022 to create a pilot program to provide qualified grief companions to improve bereavement care for survivors.\n\nMajor Doug Zembiec was a United States Naval Academy classmate of Senator Young who was also commissioned into the Marine Corps following graduation. An infantry and Force Reconnaissance officer, Major Zembiec led Marines in combat during the Iraq War. Following his tragic death in action in 2007, his family received assistance from casualty assistance officers, but more could have been done to provide comfort as they responded to the trauma of losing Doug.\n\nOriginally an idea of Doug\u2019s wife Pam, this legislation will ensure that the Department of Defense is prioritizing the comfort and care of survivors as they transition out of the military community and throughout the grieving process.\n\n\u201cOur Gold Star families suffer tremendous loss when their loved one pays the ultimate price and sacrifices their life for our freedoms. I\u2019ve made it a priority to protect these Hoosier families who have already given so much. While the military has Service Members and Chaplains standing by to assist, providing someone who understands their loss and is able to walk them through their grief is a vital component that this pilot program aims to address,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\n\u201cMilitary spouses have the strength of a thousand, but the sudden, tragic, and violent death of my husband was unlike any other life adversity, his loss shattered my world. If I would\u2019ve had someone like me to accompany my casualty assistance officer, someone sent from our government with lived experience during the initial year, it would have eased the strain. We need the expertise of our casualty officers, but they need the help of someone with lived experience. Surviving military families will have their own experience within a complex military culture and having someone to help them find what benefits and services best suit their unique needs is imperative to the idiosyncratic nature of grief. Most importantly, as a servicemember never leaves another servicemember behind on the battlefield, as a country, we mustn\u2019t leave behind their family members in the aftermath of the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms,\u201d said Pam Zembiec\n\nNo later than 90 days after the date the bill is passed, the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness will carry out a pilot program on providing training to, validating, and deploying grief companions to facilitate bereavement care provided by the Department of Defense following casualty notifications.\n\nIn 2019 and 2020, Senator Young introduced a resolution to designate September 20-26 as \u201cGold Star Families Remembrance Week\u201d to honor the families of fallen members of the Armed Forces. Gold Star Families Remembrance Week precedes Gold Star Mother\u2019s Day, observed since 1936 on the last Sunday of September.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:26:22Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=262", "Rep. Baird Releases Statement on the So-Called \"Inflation Reduction Act\"", "2022-08-12", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the so-called Inflation Reduction Act:\n\n\u201cToday, Speaker Pelosi rubber-stamped President Biden's and Senator Schumer\u2019s \u201cInflation Reduction Act.\u201d Unfortunately, this legislation will do nothing to reduce the steady march of disastrous inflation punishing the Hoosiers of my district.\n\n\u201cOnly to Democrats in Washington, D.C. is another $750 billion of spending, the expansion of the IRS, and the raising of taxes on America\u2019s small businesses considered a presidency-defining success. That isn\u2019t success to my constituents, and I voted against this bill.\n\n\u201cInstead, it is time for Congress to deal with the real root causes of our economic woes by reforming and cutting spending and lifting the heavy hand of regulation weighing down what could otherwise be a flourishing and competitive economy for all. Congress needs to focus on oversight of Federal agencies run amok instead of hiring more revenue agents to squeeze even more tax dollars out of hardworking Americans.\n\n\u201cI look forward to Congress focusing on these real issues soon.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-support-inflation-reduction-act", "Mrvan Statement in Support of the Inflation Reduction Act", "2022-08-12", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan voted in support of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.\n\nIn Congressman Mrvan\u2019s remarks on the House floor, he highlighted the measure\u2019s provisions to lower health care costs for those on Medicare. Specifically, under this legislation Medicare will negotiate certain prescription drug prices, limit out-of-pocket costs for insulin at $35 per month, and for the first time ever, cap Medicare Part D out-of-pocket drug costs at $2,000.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cOf particular importance to me are the provisions that finally address the unfair disadvantage our seniors face when deciding between missing a meal or missing a prescription. This measure represents real progress that provides real relief to seniors.\u201d\n\nThe House approved the measure by a vote of 220 to 207. As the Senate has approved this measure, it is now submitted to President Biden to be signed into law.\n\nTo watch Congressman Mrvan\u2019s earlier floor remarks on this legislation, click here.\n\nIn general, the Inflation Reduction Act contains many provisions that will benefit American consumers, such as lowering health care and energy costs, and promoting initiatives to address climate change. Additionally, provisions to create equity in the tax code, including the establishment of a minimum tax on companies with more than $1 billion in income, will result in savings from this measure that are expected to exceed $300 billion.\n\nFor additional information on the Inflation Reduction Act, click here and here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-dot-grant-town-munster", "Mrvan Announces DOT Grant for Town of Munster", "2022-08-10", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, announced a grant award for the Town of Munster under the Department of Transportation\u2019s (DOT) Fiscal Year 2022 Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity (RAISE) Grants.\n\nThe RAISE Grant in the amount of $17,143,320 will be used to assist the Ridge Road Complete Streets project in the Town of Munster. Specifically, according to the DOT, the funding will be used to renovate over a mile of Ridge Road traffic lanes from five lanes to three, add a 10-foot wide multi-use path on the south side of the street, plant more than 250 trees, and install landscaping, signage, and pedestrian seating.\n\nCongressman Frank J. Mrvan stated, \u201cI thank our local partners in Munster for their leadership on this project that incorporates sustainable measures to reinvest in the Ridge Road corridor, which will improve transportation, attract new businesses, and enhance recreational activities. Because of their successful utilization of this federal resource, we will create more good-paying jobs and a better quality of life for everyone in Northwest Indiana.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis award will allow the Town to implement our community-driven vision for a more human-focused built environment. With that opportunity will come more pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, additional street trees, improved stormwater management, and more flexibility for our local businesses to operate,\u201d said Dustin Anderson, Town Manager of the Town of Munster.\u201cThis project is the validation of an exhaustive public engagement process that saw thousands of residents weigh in on what they want this vital corridor to look like in the future. Without those residents and the bold leadership of our elected and appointed officials, this project would have never been possible.\u201d\n\nFor additional information on the RAISE grant program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=263", "Baird Releases Statement on FBI Raid of Mar-a-Lago", "2022-08-09", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the FBI's raid of former President Trump's residence in Mar-a-Lago:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-statement-on-chips-and-science-act-being-signed-into-law/", "Young Statement on CHIPS and Science Act Being Signed Into Law", "2022-08-09", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) issued the following statement after attending the White House ceremony at which President Joe Biden signed into law the China competitiveness legislation Senator Young helped author:\n\n\u201cToday, America goes on offense against the Chinese Communist Party,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cWe have a national security imperative to ensure we don\u2019t fall behind China in technological innovation, and getting this legislation enacted into law will help ensure America\u2019s global leadership role in science and technology. The Chinese Communist Party actively lobbied against this legislation because they know this bill is bad for China and good for the United States. History will show that by enacting this legislation into law, we are confronting the challenges of today and building a more prosperous and secure tomorrow for all Americans.\u201d\n\nThe legislation passed the Senate on July 27 and passed the House of Representatives on July 28. Senator Youngfirst introduced the legislation in 2020and has been working to pass it since then.\n\nDuring Senate debate on the legislation, Senator Young spoke on the Senate floor about its importance. To view his full remarks, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:26:22Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-votes-against-reckless-tax-and-spend-bill-amidst-worst-inflation-in-forty-years/", "Young Votes Against Reckless Tax and Spend Bill Amidst Worst Inflation in Forty Years", "2022-08-07", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013\u2013 U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today voted against the Democrats\u2019 reckless tax-and-spend bill, the so-called Inflation Reduction Act. The legislation passed the Senate by a vote of 50 to 50, with Vice President Kamala Harris breaking the tie.\n\n\u201cWith inflation at a forty-year high and our country in a recession, this bill is the absolute wrong approach to helping Hoosier families,\u201d said Senator Young. \u201cDespite its name, this legislation does nothing to address rising prices or high energy costs. Instead, the bill will raise taxes on nearly every income bracket, spend billions of dollars in Green New Deal waste, double the size of the IRS, and grow big government. This bill is bad for Indiana and won\u2019t help bring relief to those struggling in this challenging economy.\u201d\n\nAccording to analysis by the nonpartisan Joint Committee on Taxation, the legislation will increase the average tax burden on Americans in nearly every income bracket, including those making under $10,000. The legislation will rapidly grow the size of the IRS, likely leading to increased audits of low- and middle-income taxpayers. And according to the Congressional Budget Office, 93% of the bill\u2019s promised deficit savings would come after 2026.\n\nSenator Young filed amendments and motions to:\n\nPrevent Washington Democrats from raising taxes on anyone making less than $400,000 per year, consistent with President Biden\u2019s repeated pledge\n\nProtect innovation of and access to affordable antibiotics\n\nEnsure the new Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program would not go into effect if it discourages access to pharmaceuticals, if there is a public health emergency, or if it will hurt our economic competitiveness against China\n\nAdd funding for states to implement Safe Haven Baby Boxes\n\nProvide more resources for veterans\u2019 mental health care\n\nStrike a provision to create a $27 billion federal bank for green energy projects\n\nExtend Section 174 to allow immediate expensing of R&D costs\n\nProvide free TSA PreCheck for certain severely injured or disabled veterans\n\nRequire the IRS to identify, investigate, and prosecute fraudulent claims for the bill\u2019s clean vehicle tax credit\n\nEliminate any tax provision in the bill if it may be used to fund or otherwise subsidize the purchase of materials, technology, or critical minerals produced in China", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:26:22Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-braun-lead-resolution-honoring-representative-jackie-walorski/", "VIDEO: Young, Braun Lead Resolution Honoring Representative Jackie Walorski", "2022-08-06", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013\u2013 Today, the U.S. Senate unanimously cosponsored and passed a resolution introduced by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) honoring and celebrating the life and legacy of Representative Jackie Walorski, who served Hoosiers in the U.S. House of Representatives for the last 10 years. Representative Walorski tragically passed away in a car accident on August 3, 2022.\n\n\u201cJackie and I came to Congress at roughly the same time. I will never forget when she arrived here at the U.S. Capitol. Jackie knew that she belonged here. Jackie understood that this was her calling. She didn\u2019t need people to tell her she belonged\u2026 Jackie\u2019s last breath was spent in service. In service to her constituents, to her God, to the great state of Indiana, to her country, to her calling. She loved and was faithful to them all, to the great benefit of Indiana and America\u2026 Let that be her legacy,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\nYoung also paid tribute to the other victims of the tragic accident, Edith Schmucker, Zachery Potts, and Emma Thomson.\n\n\u201cWe grieve them all, and we pray for their family and friends. This is, of course, a profoundly difficult time for those of us who knew one or more of these Hoosiers. We commit to do whatever it is in our power to comfort their loved ones in the difficult days ahead,\u201d said Senator Young.\n\n\u201cAs Hoosiers share their memories of Jackie Walorski it becomes clear just how many lives she touched. Faith, family, and community were the values that guided Jackie, and times of mourning show us just how important those things truly are. As friends and family grieve for the four lives lost in this tragedy \u2013 Jackie, Zach Potts, Emma Thomson, and Edith Schmucker \u2013 we will continue to pray that they find consolation in the memory of their loved ones and the marks they left on the lives of others,\u201d said Senator Braun.\n\nTo watch Senator Young\u2019s floor speech on the resolution, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:26:22Z"], ["https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/indiana-senators-honor-victims-of-greenwood-attack-commend-good-samaritan/", "Indiana Senators Honor Victims of Greenwood Attack, Commend Good Samaritan", "2022-08-05", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "Senate", "IN", "Todd Young", "Y000064", "www.young.senate.gov", "toddyoung", "https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013\u2013 On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution introduced by Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) condemning the attack that occurred in Greenwood, Indiana on July 17, 2022; honoring the memory of the victims of the attack; and praising the actions of Elisjsha Dicken, who valiantly engaged and thwarted the shooter.\n\nBoth Indiana senators spoke on the Senate floor about the resolution. To watch Senator Young\u2019s remarks, click here. To watch Senator Braun\u2019s remarks, click here.\n\n\u201cOn July 17, a tragic shooting occurred in my home county at the Greenwood Park Mall, resulting in the deaths of three innocent victims. As we condemn the shooting and continue to grieve the lives lost in this horrific incident, we are thankful for the quick actions taken by Eli Dicken and first responders. There is no doubt that Eli\u2019s bravery and decisive actions saved countless lives.\u201d \u2014 Sen. Todd Young\n\n\u201cHoosiers are united in mourning for the victims of the senseless shooting at the Greenwood Mall and grateful for the heroic actions of the Good Samaritan that prevented the shooter from taking more lives. I am proud to recognize 22-year-old Elisjsha Dicken of Seymour, Indiana here on the Senate floor today for defending himself and others in an act of bravery in the face of danger. \u201d\u2014 Sen. 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