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https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-young-call-on-congress-to-fully-fund-a-10-program Donnelly, Young Call on Congress to Fully Fund A-10 Program 2017-12-22 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Young Call on Congress to Fully Fund A-10 Program Senators continue support for Fort Waynes 122nd Fighter Wing Friday, December 22, 2017 Washington, D.C. U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Todd Young (R-IN) yesterday continued their support of Fort Waynes 122nd Air National Guard Fighter Wing. The Senators sent a letter to the leaders of the Senate and House Appropriations Committees asking for full funding for new A-10 wing sets. While the majority of aircraft with the 122nd already have new wings, more than one-third of the A-10 fleet nationwide needs wing replacements in order to continue operating safely in the coming years. Donnelly, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Young, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, said in their letter, Hoosiers from the 122nd Fighter Wing in Fort Wayne, Indiana, have contributed to these missions with deployments ranging from combatting ISIS in the Middle East to building capabilities and partnerships in Eastern EuropeIn order to retain the A-10s close air support capabilities that are vital to our ground troops and special operations forces, it is essential that Congress provide adequate funding in FY18 for wing set replacements. To read the full letter text, see below. To see a signed copy of the letter, click here. December 21, 2017 Senator Thad Cochran Chairman Senate Appropriations Committee Senator Patrick Leahy Vice Chairman Senator Appropriations Committee Representative Rodney Frelinghuysen Chairman House Appropriations Committee Representative Nita Lowey Ranking Member House Appropriations Committee Dear Chairman Cochran, Chairman Frelinghuysen, Vice Chairman Leahy, and Ranking Member Lowey: As you work to finalize defense appropriations for fiscal year (FY) 2018, we urge you to fully fund the Air Force unfunded requirement of $103 million for A-10 aircraft wings. Despite the Air Forces past efforts to retire the A-10, the Air Force testified to all four de… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/122117_-calling-on-congress-to-provide-more-resources-to-fight-opioid-abuse 12.21.17 - Calling on Congress to Provide More Resources to Fight Opioid Abuse 2017-12-21 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Evansville, Indiana 123 NW 4th Street, Suite 417 Evansville, IN 47708 p: (812) 425-5813 f: (812) 425-5817 Get Directions Fort Wayne, Indiana 203 E. Berry Street, Suite 702 B Fort Wayne, IN 46802 p: (260) 420-4955 f: (260) 420-4930 Get Directions Hammond, Indiana 5400 Federal Plaza, Suite 3200 Hammond, IN 46320 p: (219)-852-0089 f: (219)-852-0729 Get Directions Indianapolis, Indiana 115 N. Pennsylvania Street Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46204 p: (317) 226-5555 f: (855) 772-7518 Get Directions Jeffersonville, Indiana 702 North Shore Drive, Suite LL-101 Jeffersonville, IN 47130 p: (812)-284-2027 f: (812)-284-2044 Get Directions South Bend, Indiana 205 West Colfax Avenue South Bend, IN 46601 p: (574)-288-2780 f: (574)-234-7476 Get Directions WASHINGTON, D.C. 720 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 p: (202) 224-4814 f: (202) 224-5011 Get Directions 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-and-young-bill-to-support-law-enforcement-mental-health-programs-heads-to-president Donnelly and Young Bill to Support Law Enforcement Mental Health Programs Heads to President 2017-12-21 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly and Young Bill to Support Law Enforcement Mental Health Programs Heads to President Bipartisan bill would help law enforcement agencies establish or enhance mental health care services for their officers Thursday, December 21, 2017 Washington, D.C. The bipartisan Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act, originally introduced by U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Todd Young (R-IN), is headed to President Trump to be signed into law. Donnelly and Young introduced the bill in the Senate in early April and it passed unanimously in May. U.S. Representatives Susan Brooks (IN-05) and Val Demings (FL-10) introduced the companion bill in the House of Representatives in late April and it passed the House in November and cleared the Senate tonight. Donnelly and Young said, We are pleased that our bipartisan legislation to support the mental health and wellness of our law enforcement officers will soon become law.Our law enforcement officers work every day to keep our families and communities safe, and its important we ensure they have access to the mental health services they need to remain ready to serve. Bryan Roach, Chief of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, said,The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) is excited that legislation to assist and support law enforcement wellness and mental health has passed Congress and is on the verge of becoming law. The value of our officers mental health and wellness to the individual officer, the Department and the citizens they serve is meaningful.We strive to provide the best opportunities to succeed in our noble profession, and appreciate effortsof everyone involved with the creation and advocacy of this bill. Chuck Canterbury, National President of the FOP, said, The passion Senators Donnelly and Young show for the mental health and wellness of our law enforcement officers should be the standard for every member of Congress. Our officers wear protective clothing and other equipment … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-calls-for-more-resources-to-fight-opioid-epidemic Donnelly Calls for More Resources to Fight Opioid Epidemic, Following New CDC Report that 63,000 People Died of Overdoses in 2016 2017-12-21 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Calls for More Resources to Fight Opioid Epidemic, Following New CDC Report that 63,000 People Died of Overdoses in 2016 Senator has introduced 7 bills and amendments with 7 different Republican partners over the last few years, several of which have been signed into law Thursday, December 21, 2017 Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly spoke on the Senate floor today calling on Congress to work in a bipartisan manner to provide the resources and funding necessary to combat the opioid abuse epidemic. The Centers for Disease Control released two new reports this week: the first showing that life expectancy decreased in the United States for the second year in a row; the second, likely the reason for that decrease, showing that more than 63,000 people died of a drug overdose in 2016, a 21% increase over 2015. To see Donnellys speech, click the image above or click here. Donnelly said, in part, in his speech, For most families, the holidays are an opportunity to take a break from our busy lives and enjoy time with the people we loveIts safe to say, however, that will not be the case for tens of thousands of American families who have lost a loved one this year to a drug overdoseThis is a crisis.People are dying in communities across this country every single day. Congress must do much more to address this scourgeI implore my colleagues to make this a priority, to provide the robust and meaningful funding our communities need to meaningfully and seriously address this problem. Over the past few years Donnelly has worked effectively to advance legislation to combat this public health crisis. He has introduced seven bills and amendments with seven different Republican partners and several of these provisions are now law. Last year,several of Donnellys provisions were signed into law, and he successfully advocated and continues to advocate for fundingthat would expand prevention and treatment programs. The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-young-introduce-bipartisan-farming-flexibility-bill Donnelly, Young Introduce Bipartisan Farming Flexibility Bill 2017-12-21 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Young Introduce Bipartisan Farming Flexibility Bill Legislation would support Indianas vibrant specialty crop industry Thursday, December 21, 2017 Washington, D.C. U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young today introduced The Fruit and Vegetable Planting Flexibility Act of 2017 (Farm Flex), which would continue to allow Hoosier farmers to plant specialty crops like fruits and vegetables without experiencing a permanent penalty to commodity program eligibility. The legislation would continue the principles of the Farm Flex program, which allows farmers to plant fruits and vegetables by voluntarily reducing the amount of their acres eligible for Farm Bill commodity programs each year. The bill would also ensure that in the event USDA does a recalculation of base acres for commodity programs, USDA would maintain commodity program eligibility for acres planted in fruits or vegetables through the Farm Flex provisions in the current farm bill. Donnelly said, As we begin work on the latest farm bill, I will continue my efforts to ensure that Hoosier farmers are able to keep making planting decisions based on what they think is best. I fought to start the Farm Flex program in the 2008 Farm Bill, and I successfully expanded it in the 2014 Farm Bill. I am proud to introduce this common sense legislation with my friend Senator Young that would give Indianas farmers the flexibility they need to make the best planting decisions. Young said, Hoosier farmers should be afforded the flexibility to plant crops that work for them. I look forward to ensuring that our agriculture community has the proper tools to remain a leader in feeding the world.I am proud to join Senator Donnelly in support of this effort that benefits Hoosiers. Until the 2008 Farm Bill, the planting of fruits, vegetables and wild rice on program crop base acres was prohibited. The Farm Flex pilot program in the 2008 Farm bill provided farmers in seven states the ability to waive federal subsidies a… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-republican-tax-bill Carson Statement on the Republican Tax Bill 2017-12-19 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, DC - Today, Congressman André Carson issued the following statement after House Republicans voted to advance a tax bill that will significantly harm the American middle class: "Today, House Republicans passed their dangerous, deficit-exploding tax proposal. "This bill was crafted during secret, partisan negotiations with not one Congressional hearing to look at its impacts. Additional loopholes were added just days before it was considered on the floor, giving Members little time to determine their impact. Despite this, it is evident that this bill will hurt working families, seniors, and all those who need a leg up in this economy. "Under this bill, 83 percent of the tax breaks go to the top one percent of Americans while 86 million middle-class households will see a tax hike. That's more than half of America's middle-class. Corporations will see a massive permanent tax cut, which is more likely to line the pockets of executives and wealthy investors than create jobs. This bill will explode our country's deficit by more than $1.5 trillion, leaving future generations to pay for this gift to today's millionaires and billionaires. In addition, 13 million Americans will be kicked off their health insurance under this bill. Now, Republican leaders are eyeing Medicare and Medicaid cuts as their next big target to pay for part of the bill. "Our country is in dire need of a modern tax code. But more than that, we need a tax code that supports those who work hard every day and still struggle to get by. We need to support small business owners who are creating jobs in our communities. This bill does the opposite, which is why I voted against it in the House." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T22:19:19Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/carson-statement-on-the-republican-tax-bill Carson Statement on the Republican Tax Bill 2017-12-19 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC - Today, Congressman AndrCarson issued the following statement after House Republicans voted to advance a tax bill that will significantly harm the American middle class: Today, House Republicans passed their dangerous, deficit-exploding tax proposal. This bill was crafted during secret, partisan negotiations with not one Congressional hearing to look at its impacts. Additional loopholes were added just days before it was considered on the floor, giving Members little time to determine their impact. Despite this, it is evident that this bill will hurt working families, seniors, and all those who need a leg up in this economy. Under this bill, 83 percent of the tax breaks go to the top one percent of Americans while 86 million middle-class households will see a tax hike. That's more than half of America's middle-class. Corporations will see a massive permanent tax cut, which is more likely to line the pockets of executives and wealthy investors than create jobs. This bill will explode our countrys deficit by more than $1.5 trillion, leaving future generations to pay for this gift to todays millionaires and billionaires. In addition, 13 million Americans will be kicked off their health insurance under this bill. Now, Republican leaders are eyeing Medicare and Medicaid cuts as their next big target to pay for part of the bill. Our country is in dire need of a modern tax code. But more than that, we need a tax code that supports those who work hard every day and still struggle to get by. We need to support small business owners who are creating jobs in our communities. This bill does the opposite, which is why I voted against it in the House. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-statement-on-the-republican-tax-bill Visclosky Statement on the Republican Tax Bill 2017-12-19 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Peter Visclosky V000108 visclosky.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC Congressman Visclosky released the following statement in response to the House passage of the Republican tax bill. I opposed the Republican tax bill today because it is nothing more than a $1.5 trillion tax cut paid for by working class individuals and families. This is a bad bill for our health care system because the elimination of the incentive for individuals to obtain health insurance will create further chaos in the insurance market, increase premiums, the number of uninsured citizens, and harm the effectiveness of hospitals and doctors. True tax reform should provide greater equity among all taxpayers, encourage productive economic investments, and not increase our national deficit. The Republican tax bill meets none of those requirements and instead creates additional financial burdens, uncertainty, and instability in the lives of working Americans. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/senator-donnellys-opposes-mcconnell/ryans-tax-reform-bill-clip Senator Donnelly's Opposes McConnell/Ryan's Tax Reform Bill CLIP 2017-12-19 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Evansville, Indiana 123 NW 4th Street, Suite 417 Evansville, IN 47708 p: (812) 425-5813 f: (812) 425-5817 Get Directions Fort Wayne, Indiana 203 E. Berry Street, Suite 702 B Fort Wayne, IN 46802 p: (260) 420-4955 f: (260) 420-4930 Get Directions Hammond, Indiana 5400 Federal Plaza, Suite 3200 Hammond, IN 46320 p: (219)-852-0089 f: (219)-852-0729 Get Directions Indianapolis, Indiana 115 N. Pennsylvania Street Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46204 p: (317) 226-5555 f: (855) 772-7518 Get Directions Jeffersonville, Indiana 702 North Shore Drive, Suite LL-101 Jeffersonville, IN 47130 p: (812)-284-2027 f: (812)-284-2044 Get Directions South Bend, Indiana 205 West Colfax Avenue South Bend, IN 46601 p: (574)-288-2780 f: (574)-234-7476 Get Directions WASHINGTON, D.C. 720 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 p: (202) 224-4814 f: (202) 224-5011 Get Directions 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/senator-donnellys-opposition-to-mcconnell/ryan-tax-reform-bill-floor-speech Senator Donnelly's Opposition to McConnell/Ryan Tax Reform Bill Floor Speech 2017-12-19 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Evansville, Indiana 123 NW 4th Street, Suite 417 Evansville, IN 47708 p: (812) 425-5813 f: (812) 425-5817 Get Directions Fort Wayne, Indiana 203 E. Berry Street, Suite 702 B Fort Wayne, IN 46802 p: (260) 420-4955 f: (260) 420-4930 Get Directions Hammond, Indiana 5400 Federal Plaza, Suite 3200 Hammond, IN 46320 p: (219)-852-0089 f: (219)-852-0729 Get Directions Indianapolis, Indiana 115 N. Pennsylvania Street Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46204 p: (317) 226-5555 f: (855) 772-7518 Get Directions Jeffersonville, Indiana 702 North Shore Drive, Suite LL-101 Jeffersonville, IN 47130 p: (812)-284-2027 f: (812)-284-2044 Get Directions South Bend, Indiana 205 West Colfax Avenue South Bend, IN 46601 p: (574)-288-2780 f: (574)-234-7476 Get Directions WASHINGTON, D.C. 720 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 p: (202) 224-4814 f: (202) 224-5011 Get Directions 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-bill-hikes-taxes-on-many Donnelly: Bill Hikes Taxes on Many Middle Class Families, Fails to Address Outsourcing of American Jobs 2017-12-19 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly: Bill Hikes Taxes on Many Middle Class Families, Fails to Address Outsourcing of American Jobs Senator agreed with Presidents stated goals, however McConnell & Ryans tax hike does not reflect those priorities Tuesday, December 19, 2017 Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly spoke on the Senate floor today expressing his disappointment and explaining why he will oppose the tax hike legislation put forward by Senator Mitch McConnell and Speaker Paul Ryan. From the beginning, Donnelly has shown his willingness to work with the president on tax reform. Over the last several months, Donnelly traveled with the President to Indiana on Air Force One, attended Vice President Pences speech in Anderson, and participated in multiple meetings with the White House. Donnelly agreed with the presidents goals of reforming the tax code in a way that overwhelmingly supports the middle class and prevents the outsourcing of American jobs. The McConnell/Ryan bill, however, does not reflect these priorities and instead would result in a tax hike for many Hoosier middle class families and fails to crack down on corporations that outsource jobs to foreign countries. To see a highlight from Donnellys speech, click the image above or click here. To see Donnellys full speech in the Senate, click here. Donnelly said, in part, in his speech, The reasons I oppose this bill are plain and simple, clear and commonsense: Instead of providing a tax cut that overwhelmingly benefits the middle class, this bill cuts taxes for the wealthiest Americans while raising taxes on a majority of families making less than $75,000 in the coming years. Instead of closing tax loopholes like the shameful one that allows Wall Street hedge fund managers to pay a lower tax rate than a Hoosier firefighter, than a Hoosier teacher, than a Hoosier policeman, or a Hoosier steelworkerThis bill preserves these giveaways And instead of protecting American jobs by adopting provisions from my End Outsourci… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-2018-service-academy-nominations Donnelly Announces 2018 Service Academy Nominations 2017-12-18 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Announces 2018 Service Academy Nominations Nominates students to Military, Air Force, and Naval Academies Monday, December 18, 2017 Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today announced his 2018 nominations for admittance to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY; the U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD. Donnelly was honored to nominate 29 students to the Military, Air Force and Naval Academies. The nominees, along with their hometowns, are listed below: Military Academy Ryan Alt, Greenwood Seth Bolden, Fishers James Boso, Indianapolis Carter Davis, Fort Wayne Matthew Kiesel, Evansville Sean Rogers, Plainfield Carson Smith, Lafayette Evan Snyder, Logansport Joshua Thombleson, Martinsville Air Force Academy Korie Berdine, Valparaiso Elijah Edwards, Columbus Staci Gibson, Indianapolis Andrew Graef, Bloomington Ella Kenninger, Camby Joseph Leistner, Whiteland Katherine OShea, Munster Ethan Piergalski, LaPorte Drew Priest, Santa Claus Benjamin Vorisek, Carmel Naval Academy Finn Anderson, Columbus Brett Boswell, Bargersville Adam Davis, Granger Braden Delaney, Valparaiso Sophie Fox, Evansville Joseph Haines, Indianapolis Edward Howell, Carmel Max Parent, Indianapolis Jake Rodgers, Culver Brogan Welch, Greenville Donnelly said, Our young men and women who attend our nations service academies exemplify the best of Hoosier values. As Indianas Senator, it is my honor every year to nominate outstanding young men and women to our service academies, and if accepted, I know they will serve our country with dignity and excellence. Thank you to everyone who applied for your desire to serve and protect our nation. The individuals chosen were evaluated using a competitive system recommended by the academies. The selection process includes a personal interview by Donnellys Service Academy Nominations Committee and a thorough review of the applicants essays, academic records,… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/donnelly-and-young-support-bill-requiring-us-amateur-athletic-organizations-to-report-sexual-abuse-passes-senate Donnelly And Young Support Bill Requiring U.S. Amateur Athletic Organizations To Report Sexual Abuse Passes Senate 2017-12-16 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly And Young Support Bill Requiring U.S. Amateur Athletic Organizations To Report Sexual Abuse Passes Senate Saturday, December 16, 2017 (WASHINGTON, D.C.) - The U.S. Senate Tuesday passed bipartisan legislation introduced by Senators Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.) and Todd Young (R-Ind.), along with Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Bill Nelson (D-Fla.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) that would require amateur athletics governing bodies to report sex-abuse allegations immediately to local or federal law enforcement, or a child-welfare agency designated by the Justice Department. Donnelly said, "Amateur athletics governing bodies like USA Gymnastics have an obligation to athletes, parents, and the sport to ensure that athletes are safe. This bipartisan bill aims to help prevent the sexual abuse of athletes and would require prompt reporting of abuse to authorities. I have been pushing Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics for answers and accountability from the beginning and Senate passage of our legislation is an important step forward." Young said, "Sexual misconduct is grossly reprehensible. This legislation will help protect young athletes in USA Gymnastics and other U.S. Olympic organizations by requiring stringent standards for reporting abuse and holding abusers accountable." The bill would further authorize the United States Center for Safe Sport to ensure that aspiring U.S. Olympic athletes can report allegations of abuse to an independent and non-conflicted entity for investigation and resolution, and to make sure that all amateur athletics governing bodies follow the strictest standards for child abuse prevention and detection. The Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act stems from recent allegations of sexual abuse made against personnel in… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-pushes-again-for-reauthorization-of-the-childrens-health-insurance-program Donnelly Pushes Again For Reauthorization of the Children’s Health Insurance Program 2017-12-15 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Pushes Again For Reauthorization of the Childrens Health Insurance Program Senator supports bipartisan legislation that would reauthorize funding for the CHIP program, which expired on September 30 Friday, December 15, 2017 Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement in his continued push for the reauthorization of the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP). DonnellysupportstheKeep Kids' Insurance Dependable and Secure (KIDS) Act of 2017, a bipartisan bill that would reauthorize funding for the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP), which expiredon September 30.If the program is not reauthorized, children on CHIP would lose insurance throughout 2018 as states are unable to support the program. Donnelly said, Ive long supported the Childrens Health Insurance Program, which provides health care for millions of kids, including nearly 115,000 Hoosier children. Congress must act now because otherwise these children are at risk of losing access to health care. CHIP was established in 1997 to provide health insurance for children and pregnant women with income that is just above Medicaid eligibility levels. There are 8.9 million children across the U.S. who currently have health insurance coverage through CHIP. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-and-cruz-reintroduce-legislation-to-help-national-guard-reserves-qualify-for-tiered-preference-in-hiring-for-civil-service-jobs Donnelly and Cruz Reintroduce Legislation to Help National Guard, Reserves Qualify for Tiered Preference in Hiring for Civil Service Jobs 2017-12-14 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly and Cruz Reintroduce Legislation to Help National Guard, Reserves Qualify for Tiered Preference in Hiring for Civil Service Jobs Senators’ Military Reserve Jobs Act would promote hiring of Guard members and Reservists into the federal workforce Thursday, December 14, 2017 Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Ted Cruz (R-TX) today reintroduced bipartisan legislation that would give qualified members of the National Guard and Reserves a tiered preference in hiring for federal civil service jobs. The Military Reserve Jobs Act of 2017 would help promote the hiring of National Guard members and Reservists into the federal workforce. Donnelly said, “This bipartisan legislation would help members of the National Guard and Reserves earn a hiring preference when applying for federal civil service jobs. Guardsmen and Reservists serve our country honorably, whether overseas or here at home. This bill would help our nation better retain the experience and expertise of these brave men and women in both our Armed Forces and the federal civilian workforce.” Cruz said, “I am proud to sponsor the Military Reserve Jobs Act, which recognizes and rewards our nation’s greatest asset: the men and women who selflessly defend the United States. We are immensely grateful for the service of our National Guardsmen and Reservists, who make significant sacrifices both in uniform and in our communities to preserve our freedoms and our military readiness. As such, they should have the same opportunities for federal employment as veterans of other military branches which is why I hope Congress will act swiftly to pass this important legislation.” While some members of the Reserve Component qualify for veterans’ hiring preference, others who put in years of serving our country and communities do not.  The Military Reserve Jobs Act would close the gap for National Guard members and Reservists who may not qualify for veterans’ preference points and would promote hiri… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-johnson-klobuchar-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-empower-student-borrowers Donnelly, Johnson, Klobuchar Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Empower Student Borrowers 2017-12-13 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Johnson, Klobuchar Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Empower Student Borrowers Legislation would give students more information on their debt and student loans Wednesday, December 13, 2017 Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN), Ron Johnson (R-WI), and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), introduced bipartisan legislation to help students understand the financial implications of student loans and educational debt. The Empowering Student Borrowers Act would require colleges and universities to send a letter to students every year detailing each student’s total loan debt, projected monthly repayment amounts, and the estimated interest rate for each loan. The bill would also require the Department of Education to develop best practices for colleges and universities on useful methods to teach financial literacy skills and provide information to assist students when making financial decisions related to student borrowing. Donnelly said, “We need to take steps to better inform student borrowers and empower them to make the best decisions for their financial situation. This is a commonsense, bipartisan effort to improve the financial literacy of students so they know how much they are borrowing, how long it will take to repay, and how much it will cost each month to fulfill their obligations.” Johnson said, “Students borrowing to pay for college should be fully aware of the financial obligations they are taking on. Making student loan information more transparent is an important step in the right direction toward helping students make responsible borrowing decisions.” Klobuchar said, “With the skyrocketing cost of college, we must ensure that students have the basics about the financial commitments they are making to pay for their education—like estimates of their total amount of loan debt, what their monthly payments will be, and what repayment options are available. The Empowering Student Borrowers Act would provide the financial literacy tools and informat… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-reminds-hoosiers-upcoming-open-enrollment-deadline Carson Reminds Hoosiers of Upcoming Open Enrollment Deadline 2017-12-12 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper December 12, 2017 Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Carson released the following statement, in advance of Friday's Open Enrollment deadline on healthcare.gov: "The last day to sign up for 2018 coverage on healthcare.gov is this Friday," said Carson. "Signing up means peace of mind—and it's easy. Don't miss your chance to enroll on healthcare.gov!" As of December 2, over 3.6 million Americans—including 58,255 Hoosiers—had signed up for coverage on healthcare.gov this enrollment period, including over one million new shoppers. For Hoosiers still looking to enroll, free, local help is available at localhelp.healthcare.gov, or by calling 800-318-2598. Friday's deadline applies to everyone, including returning shoppers. Nearly all Americans are required by law to have health insurance. "Make sure to tell your friends, neighbors, family members, and colleagues that now is the time to sign up," Carson reminded Hoosiers. "Affordable insurance is likely just a click or a call away." Additional information to remember: Affordable plans are available for the vast majority of Americans. Last year, 8 in 10 people qualified for financial help, putting premiums between $50 and $100 per month for most people. Returning shoppers should come back to healthcare.gov to check their options and update their information. Without prospectively enrolling, existing consumers might be automatically enrolled into a new plan if their 2017 plan is no longer offered, and the time to change plans may have already passed. Plans purchased on healthcare.gov are comprehensive, and are required to include essential consumer protections, such as preventive, maternity, drug, and mental health benefits. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T22:19:19Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/carson-reminds-hoosiers-of-upcoming-open-enrollment-deadline Carson Reminds Hoosiers of Upcoming Open Enrollment Deadline 2017-12-12 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Carson released the following statement, in advance of Friday’s Open Enrollment deadline on healthcare.gov: “The last day to sign up for 2018 coverage on healthcare.gov is this Friday,” said Carson. “Signing up means peace of mind—and it’s easy. Don’t miss your chance to enroll on healthcare.gov!” As of December 2, over 3.6 million Americans—including 58,255 Hoosiers—had signed up for coverage on healthcare.gov this enrollment period, including over one million new shoppers. For Hoosiers still looking to enroll, free, local help is available at localhelp.healthcare.gov, or by calling 800-318-2598. Friday’s deadline applies to everyone, including returning shoppers. Nearly all Americans are required by law to have health insurance. “Make sure to tell your friends, neighbors, family members, and colleagues that now is the time to sign up,” Carson reminded Hoosiers. “Affordable insurance is likely just a click or a call away.” Additional information to remember:   Affordable plans are available for the vast majority of Americans. Last year, 8 in 10 people qualified for financial help, putting premiums between $50 and $100 per month for most people. Returning shoppers should come back to healthcare.gov to check their options and update their information. Without prospectively enrolling, existing consumers might be automatically enrolled into a new plan if their 2017 plan is no longer offered, and the time to change plans may have already passed. Plans purchased on healthcare.gov are comprehensive, and are required to include essential consumer protections, such as preventive, maternity, drug, and mental health benefits. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/president-trump-signs-donnellys-provision-into-law-requiring-comprehensive-strategy-to-confront-north-korea President Trump Signs Donnelly’s Provision Into Law Requiring Comprehensive Strategy to Confront North Korea 2017-12-12 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy President Trump Signs Donnelly’s Provision Into Law Requiring Comprehensive Strategy to Confront North Korea National defense bill also includes several efforts Senator led for new military projects in Indiana Tuesday, December 12, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly’s provision requiring a comprehensive strategy from the White House to confront the threat posed by North Korea was signed into law today by President Trump as part of the annual national defense bill. In September, Donnelly’s amendment requiring the administration to bring to Congress, within 90 days of enactment, a strategy to address North Korea’s threat to our country and our allies, passed as part of the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Donnelly spoke on the Senate floor then about his amendment. Donnelly, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said, “North Korea and the Kim regime pose a serious threat to our national security. Now that the defense bill has been signed into law, the Administration has 90 days to bring to Congress its strategy to confront this threat. We must show the American people and our partners and allies around the world that we have a comprehensive strategy to address the Kim regime’s nuclear weapons program, and I look forward to reviewing the Administration’s plan.” The NDAA is annual legislation that authorizes resources for our military, provides the framework for defense spending, and sets key priorities for the Department of Defense. Resources authorized in the NDAA must then be funded through annual appropriations legislation for the Department of Defense. Other provisions pushed by Donnelly that were signed into law in the final national defense bill, included several recognizing the critical contributions made by Hoosiers to our national defense: NORTH KOREA, MISSILE DEFENSE, & NUCLEAR NON-PROLIFERATION Strategy Addressing the North Korean Threat: The bill includes Donnelly’s provision that requires the Pres… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/senator-donnelly-and-senator-mccain-introduce-vietnam-veterans-day Senator Donnelly and Senator McCain Introduce Vietnam Veterans Day 2017-12-11 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Evansville, Indiana 123 NW 4th Street, Suite 417 Evansville, IN 47708 p: (812) 425-5813 f: (812) 425-5817 Get Directions Fort Wayne, Indiana 203 E. Berry Street, Suite 702 B Fort Wayne, IN 46802 p: (260) 420-4955 f: (260) 420-4930 Get Directions Hammond, Indiana 5400 Federal Plaza, Suite 3200 Hammond, IN 46320 p: (219)-852-0089 f: (219)-852-0729 Get Directions Indianapolis, Indiana 115 N. Pennsylvania Street Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46204 p: (317) 226-5555 f: (855) 772-7518 Get Directions Jeffersonville, Indiana 702 North Shore Drive, Suite LL-101 Jeffersonville, IN 47130 p: (812)-284-2027 f: (812)-284-2044 Get Directions South Bend, Indiana 205 West Colfax Avenue South Bend, IN 46601 p: (574)-288-2780 f: (574)-234-7476 Get Directions WASHINGTON, D.C. 720 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 p: (202) 224-4814 f: (202) 224-5011 Get Directions 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-event-to-honor-hoosier-vietnam-veterans SAVE THE DATE: Donnelly Announces Indiana Event to Honor Hoosier Vietnam Veterans on National Vietnam Veterans Day in March 2018 2017-12-11 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy SAVE THE DATE: Donnelly Announces Indiana Event to Honor Hoosier Vietnam Veterans on National Vietnam Veterans Day in March 2018 Senator’s legislation was signed into law earlier this year, designating March 29th Vietnam War Veterans Day Monday, December 11, 2017 Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today announced he will host an event on March 29, 2018 in Indiana to recognize Hoosier Vietnam Veterans. U.S. Senator John McCain [R-Ariz.], Vietnam War Veteran, POW, and Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, joined Donnelly to make the announcement.   WATCH: Donnelly and McCain announce event in Indiana celebrating National Vietnam Veterans Day 2018 Donnelly said, “Indiana is home to nearly 150,000 Vietnam War Veterans. On March 29, 2018, I’m hosting an event to recognize Vietnam Veterans from across our state and give them the welcome home with their families that they deserve and should have received when they returned home from serving our country.” McCain said, “All of us are indebted to the generations of brave Americans who have sacrificed life and limb to preserve our freedom, which is why I’m grateful for Senator Donnelly’s bipartisan legislation with Senator Pat Toomey that officially designates March 29th as National Vietnam War Veterans Day.” Bipartisan legislation authored by Donnelly and Senator Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) permanently designating March 29 as National Vietnam War Veterans Day was signed into law by President Trump in March of 2017. The inaugural National Vietnam Veterans Day was celebrated on March 29, 2017. Further details on the 2018 National Vietnam Veterans Day event in Indiana will be announced in the coming weeks and months. BACKGROUND: Permanently designates March 29th annually as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. On March 29, 1973, the last combat troops were ordered out of Vietnam. While many troops remained behind before the fall of Saigon – March 29 holds great meaning for many Vietnam veterans. Includes … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/letter-house-senate-leadership-urges-bipartisan-solution-funding-chip Letter to House, Senate Leadership Urges Bipartisan Solution to Funding CHIP 2017-12-08 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, DC – Nearly 100 members of Congress, led by Representatives Diana DeGette (D-CO), André Carson (D-IN) and Beto O'Rourke (D-TX), today sent letters to top House and Senate leaders on both sides of the aisle urging bipartisan cooperation in finding a way to responsibly extend funding for the Children's Health Insurance Program, which was allowed to lapse on September 30. "CHIP is a critical program that provides health coverage to millions of children and must be reauthorized immediately," the lawmakers wrote to House Speaker Paul Ryan. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. "It does not make sense, however, to pass any legislation that simultaneously harms children and families by undermining other important health programs. No one should have to lose coverage for others to maintain it." The House has passed partisan a bill that further funds CHIP at the expense of other health programs for America's vulnerable populations; Senate legislation has not yet come up for a vote. The letter signed by 99 House members, advocates immediately renewing CHIP funding while simultaneously protecting the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, Medicaid and other health programs that Americans rely on to stay healthy, see a doctor and get the care they need. "CHIP has a long history of bipartisan support," it noted. "Unfortunately, the recent bill passed by the House deviated from this commendable legacy. … This bill weakens coverage for too many Americans, cutting funding for financial assistance for middle- and working-class Americans who purchase subsidized coverage in the Marketplaces under the Affordable Care Act. It also reduces the Prevention and Public Fund by more than $6 billion, crippling programs that improve access to vaccines for children, opioid treatment, youth suicide programs, and diabetes prevention services. There is broad, bipartisan agreement on a policy to extend CHIP for five years, but neither chamber of Congress has yet … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T22:19:19Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/letter-to-house-senate-leadership-urges-bipartisan-solution-to-funding-chip Letter to House, Senate Leadership Urges Bipartisan Solution to Funding CHIP 2017-12-08 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC – Nearly 100 members of Congress, led by Representatives Diana DeGette (D-CO), André Carson (D-IN) and Beto O’Rourke (D-TX), today sent letters to top House and Senate leaders on both sides of the aisle urging bipartisan cooperation in finding a way to responsibly extend funding for the Children’s Health Insurance Program, which was allowed to lapse on September 30. “CHIP is a critical program that provides health coverage to millions of children and must be reauthorized immediately,” the lawmakers wrote to House Speaker Paul Ryan. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. “It does not make sense, however, to pass any legislation that simultaneously harms children and families by undermining other important health programs. No one should have to lose coverage for others to maintain it.” The House has passed partisan a bill that further funds CHIP at the expense of other health programs for America’s vulnerable populations; Senate legislation has not yet come up for a vote. The letter signed by 99 House members, advocates immediately renewing CHIP funding while simultaneously protecting the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, Medicaid and other health programs that Americans rely on to stay healthy, see a doctor and get the care they need. “CHIP has a long history of bipartisan support,” it noted. “Unfortunately, the recent bill passed by the House deviated from this commendable legacy. … This bill weakens coverage for too many Americans, cutting funding for financial assistance for middle- and working-class Americans who purchase subsidized coverage in the Marketplaces under the Affordable Care Act. It also reduces the Prevention and Public Fund by more than $6 billion, crippling programs that improve access to vaccines for children, opioid treatment, youth suicide programs, and diabetes prevention services. There is broad, bipartisan agreement on a policy to extend CHIP for five years, but neither chamber of Congress has yet sch… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-inadequate-government-funding-bill Carson Statement on the Inadequate Government Funding Bill 2017-12-07 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, DC - Today I voted against a stop-gap bill to fund the government for two weeks. While avoiding a government shutdown is critical, I cast my vote in the hope that Congress will act to pass a responsible and long overdue FY 2018 spending bill, and provide funding for key, time-sensitive programs that we have yet to address. Congress urgently needs to find a real solution on extending and funding the programs that Hoosier children and families rely on. The Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) enables over 100,000 Hoosier kids to get healthcare, but Republicans allowed its funding to expire over two months ago. Additionally, Marion County's 24 Community Health Centers, a key part of our healthcare safety net for low-income Hoosiers, have been left in the lurch. Essential funding for low-income college students, safety-net hospitals, the home visiting program for new mothers and families have also been left in the lurch. House Republican leadership likewise continues to ignore the bipartisan consensus on issues that we must urgently address: Congress must undo President Trump's damage and stabilize the Affordable Care Act markets, address the fate of the 10,000 DREAMers living in Indiana, many of whom have only known America as their home, provide funding to address the opioid crisis, support flood victims by reauthorizing the National Flood Insurance Program, and address the critical needs of Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands—where too many Americans remain without electricity. As Republicans seek to drastically increase the deficit with an irresponsible tax cut for the wealthy while triggering cuts to other health programs, it is critical that we ensure adequate funding for essential domestic programs that enable Hoosier children and families to succeed. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T22:19:19Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/carson-statement-on-the-inadequate-government-funding-bill Carson Statement on the Inadequate Government Funding Bill 2017-12-07 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC - Today I voted against a stop-gap bill to fund the government for two weeks. While avoiding a government shutdown is critical, I cast my vote in the hope that Congress will act to pass a responsible and long overdue FY 2018 spending bill, and provide funding for key, time-sensitive programs that we have yet to address.   Congress urgently needs to find a real solution on extending and funding the programs that Hoosier children and families rely on. The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) enables over 100,000 Hoosier kids to get healthcare, but Republicans allowed its funding to expire over two months ago. Additionally, Marion County’s 24 Community Health Centers, a key part of our healthcare safety net for low-income Hoosiers, have been left in the lurch. Essential funding for low-income college students, safety-net hospitals, the home visiting program for new mothers and families have also been left in the lurch.   House Republican leadership likewise continues to ignore the bipartisan consensus on issues that we must urgently address: Congress must undo President Trump’s damage and stabilize the Affordable Care Act markets, address the fate of the 10,000 DREAMers living in Indiana, many of whom have only known America as their home, provide funding to address the opioid crisis, support flood victims by reauthorizing the National Flood Insurance Program, and address the critical needs of Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands—where too many Americans remain without electricity. As Republicans seek to drastically increase the deficit with an irresponsible tax cut for the wealthy while triggering cuts to other health programs, it is critical that we ensure adequate funding for essential domestic programs that enable Hoosier children and families to succeed. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-recognized-as-2nd-most-bipartisan-senator-since-1993 Donnelly Recognized as 2nd-Most Bipartisan Senator Since 1993 2017-12-07 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Recognized as 2nd-Most Bipartisan Senator Since 1993 New lifetime rankings from Lugar Center, McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown come as Donnelly has had numerous provisions signed into law since coming to the Senate Thursday, December 7, 2017 Washington, D.C. – In its newest lifetime rankings of the U.S. Senate, the Lugar Center and the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University recognized Senator Joe Donnelly as the second-most bipartisan Senator since 1993. He is the highest ranking Senator on the index currently serving in the Senate. The new Bipartisan Index ratings reflect Donnelly’s effective work with Republicans to get things done for Hoosiers. He has had many provisions signed into law since coming to the Senate, including legislation to address military mental health and the opioid epidemic. Donnelly is expected to have another provision signed into law in the coming days, as the national defense bill includes his North Korea strategy amendment. Earlier this year, the Lugar Center ranked Donnelly as the second-most bipartisan member of Congress in the 114th Congress (2015-2016). Donnelly said, “As the hired help for Hoosiers, my job is fight for good policies that will benefit Indiana. In Indiana, we know that the best results come when we work together, which is how I’ve been able to advance numerous provisions that have been signed into law since 2013, including efforts to improve military mental health, combat the opioid abuse epidemic, recognize and help veterans, and keep our country safe.” Examples of Donnelly’s successful bipartisanship include the following: Donnelly’s bipartisan Sexton Act, signed into law in 2014, which requires an annual mental health assessment for every servicemember, has been implemented across the Armed Forces this year, including by the Indiana National Guard. Donnelly has had several opioid-related efforts signed into law including provisions in the Comprehensive Addiction and Reco… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-president-trumps-decision-recognize-jerusalem-capital-israel Carson Statement on President Trump’s Decision to Recognize Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel 2017-12-06 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, DC – "I am deeply concerned by President Trump's decision to overturn longstanding U.S. policy by recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and relocating our embassy. This decision is likely to drive serious unrest across the region, unacceptably putting countless innocent people at risk. It makes lasting peace much more difficult to achieve, makes Israel less secure, and ignores competing Palestinian claims for parts of Jerusalem, which should be resolved through peace negotiations and not unilateral U.S. action. "In his announcement, President Trump said this does not represent an American position on a final status agreement, expressed openness to a two state solution, and called for continuation of the status quo at Jerusalem holy sites. I support these important statements. However, it is simply unreasonable to think that today's announcement will do anything but inflame tensions on both sides and unduly influence negotiations with broad international implications. "If President Trump truly wants to pursue peace he should avoid taking actions, like this one, that lead to conflict, and instead work to bring the Israelis and Palestinians to the negotiating table." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T22:19:19Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/carson-statement-on-president-trump-s-decision-to-recognize-jerusalem-as-the Carson Statement on President Trumps Decision to Recognize Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel 2017-12-06 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC – “I am deeply concerned by President Trump’s decision to overturn longstanding U.S. policy by recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and relocating our embassy. This decision is likely to drive serious unrest across the region, unacceptably putting countless innocent people at risk. It makes lasting peace much more difficult to achieve, makes Israel less secure, and ignores competing Palestinian claims for parts of Jerusalem, which should be resolved through peace negotiations and not unilateral U.S. action. “In his announcement, President Trump said this does not represent an American position on a final status agreement, expressed openness to a two state solution, and called for continuation of the status quo at Jerusalem holy sites. I support these important statements. However, it is simply unreasonable to think that today’s announcement will do anything but inflame tensions on both sides and unduly influence negotiations with broad international implications. “If President Trump truly wants to pursue peace he should avoid taking actions, like this one, that lead to conflict, and instead work to bring the Israelis and Palestinians to the negotiating table.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-senator-al-franken Donnelly Statement on Senator Al Franken 2017-12-06 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Statement on Senator Al Franken Wednesday, December 6, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement about Senator Al Franken. Donnelly said, “Senator Franken’s conduct and behavior are unacceptable and he should resign. “I believe there is more work to be done to protect victims of sexual harassment and to reform the system of filing and settling harassment claims in Congress. I support reforms to protect victims, increase transparency and ensure that taxpayers do not have to pay for settlements made by members of Congress.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/donnelly-opening-statement-on-bipartisan-regulatory-relief-package Donnelly Opening Statement on Bipartisan Regulatory Relief Package 2017-12-05 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Evansville, Indiana 123 NW 4th Street, Suite 417 Evansville, IN 47708 p: (812) 425-5813 f: (812) 425-5817 Get Directions Fort Wayne, Indiana 203 E. Berry Street, Suite 702 B Fort Wayne, IN 46802 p: (260) 420-4955 f: (260) 420-4930 Get Directions Hammond, Indiana 5400 Federal Plaza, Suite 3200 Hammond, IN 46320 p: (219)-852-0089 f: (219)-852-0729 Get Directions Indianapolis, Indiana 115 N. Pennsylvania Street Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46204 p: (317) 226-5555 f: (855) 772-7518 Get Directions Jeffersonville, Indiana 702 North Shore Drive, Suite LL-101 Jeffersonville, IN 47130 p: (812)-284-2027 f: (812)-284-2044 Get Directions South Bend, Indiana 205 West Colfax Avenue South Bend, IN 46601 p: (574)-288-2780 f: (574)-234-7476 Get Directions WASHINGTON, D.C. 720 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 p: (202) 224-4814 f: (202) 224-5011 Get Directions 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/senate-banking-committee-passes-bipartisan-regulatory-reform-package-donnelly-helped-craft Senate Banking Committee Passes Bipartisan Regulatory Reform Package Donnelly Helped Craft 2017-12-05 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Senate Banking Committee Passes Bipartisan Regulatory Reform Package Donnelly Helped Craft Legislation heads to full Senate; would reduce regulatory burdens on community banks and credit unions to increase lending to small businesses and families, while ensuring important new consumer protections Tuesday, December 5, 2017 Washington, D.C. – Today, the Senate Banking Committee passed bipartisan legislation that would reduce regulatory burdens on community banks and credit unions as well as provide new protections to consumers. Donnelly helped craft and introduce the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act and supported its passage in the committee. The legislation now heads to the full Senate for consideration. Donnelly, a member of the Senate Banking Committee, said in his opening statement today, “This bipartisan banking package is carefully written to provide much-needed regulatory relief for the Main Street community banks and credit unions that have been unintentionally burdened by rules and regs intended to hold Wall Street accountable. Main Street banks and credit unions are vital to economic growth in our communities, particularly in rural areas like we have in many parts of Indiana, where families, farmers, and small businesses often lack access to borrowing… “Additionally, this proposal includes important new protections for consumers, including veterans and servicemembers…This legislative package demonstrates that this committee, and the Senate as a whole, has within itself the ability to break through gridlock and solve difficult issues if we work together in good faith.” To see Donnelly’s opening remarks in the Banking Committee markup of the regulatory relief package, click the image above or click here. Donnelly helped write and voted for the Dodd-Frank financial system regulatory reforms when he was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and continues to support the important reforms included in the law. The bipart… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-crafted-bipartisan-regulatory-relief-package-to-be-marked-up-in-banking-committee-tomorrow Donnelly-Crafted, Bipartisan Regulatory Relief Package to be Marked Up in Banking Committee Tomorrow 2017-12-04 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly-Crafted, Bipartisan Regulatory Relief Package to be Marked Up in Banking Committee Tomorrow Legislation would reduce regulatory burdens on community banks and credit unions to increase lending to small businesses and families, while ensuring important new consumer protections Monday, December 4, 2017 Washington, D.C. – Tomorrow, the Senate Banking Committee will debate and markup the bipartisan Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act, which Senator Joe Donnelly helped craft and introduce last month. The legislation would reduce regulatory burdens on community banks and credit unions as well as provide new protections to consumers. Donnelly, a member of the Senate Banking Committee, said in advance of the markup, “This bipartisan legislation would provide regulatory relief to community banks and credit unions across Indiana that were unintentionally burdened by rules intended to keep Wall Street accountable. I was proud to help craft this legislation, because it would make it easier for families to obtain mortgages and for small businesses to access capital and create new jobs, while expanding consumer protections in the wake of the Equifax data breach.” The bipartisan Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act has broad support from organizations in Indiana and across the country: Indiana Chamber of Commerce, Indiana Credit Union League, Indiana Bankers Association, Indiana Mortgage Bankers Association, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Credit Union National Association, National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions, Independent Community Bankers of America, American Bankers Association, Mortgage Bankers Association, Consumer Bankers Association, National Association of Home Builders, and Bipartisan Policy Center. The legislative package has also received supportive comments from respected experts such as Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen, Federal Reserve Gov. Jerome Powell, and FDIC Vice… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/senator-donnellys-statement-on-senator-mcconnells-tax-bill Senator Donnelly's Statement on Senator McConnell's Tax Bill 2017-12-02 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Evansville, Indiana 123 NW 4th Street, Suite 417 Evansville, IN 47708 p: (812) 425-5813 f: (812) 425-5817 Get Directions Fort Wayne, Indiana 203 E. Berry Street, Suite 702 B Fort Wayne, IN 46802 p: (260) 420-4955 f: (260) 420-4930 Get Directions Hammond, Indiana 5400 Federal Plaza, Suite 3200 Hammond, IN 46320 p: (219)-852-0089 f: (219)-852-0729 Get Directions Indianapolis, Indiana 115 N. Pennsylvania Street Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46204 p: (317) 226-5555 f: (855) 772-7518 Get Directions Jeffersonville, Indiana 702 North Shore Drive, Suite LL-101 Jeffersonville, IN 47130 p: (812)-284-2027 f: (812)-284-2044 Get Directions South Bend, Indiana 205 West Colfax Avenue South Bend, IN 46601 p: (574)-288-2780 f: (574)-234-7476 Get Directions WASHINGTON, D.C. 720 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 p: (202) 224-4814 f: (202) 224-5011 Get Directions 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-vote-against-mitch-mcconnells-tax-hike-bill Donnelly Statement on Vote Against Mitch McConnell’s Tax Hike Bill 2017-12-02 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Statement on Vote Against Mitch McConnell’s Tax Hike Bill Saturday, December 2, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following video statement after voting against Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s tax bill today. Donnelly has been willing all along to work toward tax reform that will benefit middle class families. Donnelly had meetings at the White House with President Trump, flew on Air Force One when the president came to Indianapolis, attended Vice President Pence’s address in Anderson, and met with numerous members of the Administration. Donnelly, in his video statement, said, "From the beginning I’ve been willing to partner with Republicans, with Democrats, with the president, with this Administration. I agreed with President Trump’s stated goals of supporting the middle class and keeping jobs here in America…Here’s the bottom line: I opposed Mitch McConnell’s bill because it is not tax reform, it’s a partisan tax hike on Indiana’s middle class, it does nothing to prevent outsourcing of US jobs to foreign countries, and it’s a giveaway to Wall Street and other big money interests." To see Donnelly’s statement, click the image above or click here. Transcript of Donnelly’s video statement: Hello. I’m U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly. I wanted to briefly speak to you about why I voted against Senator Mitch McConnell’s tax hike bill. I believe we need to reform our tax code and cut taxes for the middle class. From the beginning I’ve been willing to partner with Republicans, with Democrats, with the president, with this Administration. I agreed with President Trump’s stated goals of supporting the middle class and keeping jobs here in America. I strongly believe tax reform can be done in a way that’s good for working Hoosier families. Unfortunately, this tax hike bill from Senator McConnell does not reflect the priorities the president and I discussed on numerous occasions, including when I traveled with him on Air Force One to Indi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-welcomes-house-passage-of-companion-to-his-manufactured-housing-legislation Donnelly Welcomes House Passage of Companion to His Manufactured Housing Legislation 2017-12-01 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Welcomes House Passage of Companion to His Manufactured Housing Legislation Bill is a companion to bipartisan legislation Donnelly introduced in the Senate earlier this year Friday, December 1, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly praised passage of the bipartisan Preserving Access to Manufactured Housing Act in the U.S. House of Representatives today. Donnelly reintroduced this bipartisan legislation in the Senate in August with Senators Pat Toomey (R-PA), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Joe Manchin (D-WV), and Gary Peters (D-MI). The legislation would protect the ability of manufactured home customers to buy, sell, and refinance homes, while maintaining important consumer protections. Recent bipartisan regulatory reform legislation that Donnelly helped craft and introduce also includes a provision based on Donnelly’s Preserving Access to Manufactured Housing Act. The regulatory relief package is scheduled to be marked up in the Senate Banking Committee, on which Donnelly serves, next Tuesday. Donnelly said, “I’m pleased this bipartisan legislation has passed the House. For many hard-working Hoosier families, manufactured housing provides the most affordable option available when they look to buy a home. This bill would help prevent federal regulations from getting in the way of financing that families need as they step into homeownership.” Now that the Preserving Access to Manufactured Housing Act has passed the U.S. House of Representatives, it must pass the U.S. Senate before it could go to President Trump’s desk to be signed into law. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-young-introduce-bipartisan-bill-directing-va-to-study-veterans-crisis- Donnelly, Young Introduce Bipartisan Bill Directing VA to Study Veterans Crisis 2017-12-01 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Young Introduce Bipartisan Bill Directing VA to Study Veterans Crisis Legislation would require assessment of Veterans Crisis Line to ensure at-risk veterans are effectively served Friday, December 1, 2017 Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young introduced the Senate version of the Veterans Crisis Line Study Act of 2017, which aims to ensure that the Veterans Crisis Line is effectively serving veterans in distress. The bill requires the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to formally study and report on the effectiveness of the Veterans Crisis Line in preventing suicide and addressing mental health care. Donnelly said, “We continue to lose too many of our veterans to suicide each year. These are men and women who have served our nation, and we must ensure the Veterans Crisis Line is accessible and working efficiently. That is why I’m proud to introduce bipartisan legislation with Senator Young that would require the VA to study its Veterans Crisis Line, so that we can understand how to make it more effective.” Young said, “The Veterans Crisis Line is a critical tool that can help save lives. Like all government programs, we must continue to rigorously evaluate its effectiveness and ensure our veterans are receiving the care they need. This bill directs a formal study of the program, and will hopefully lead to fewer tragedies.” Congressman Jim Banks (Ind.-03) introduced H.R. 4173 Veterans Crisis Line Study Act of 2017 on October 31, which passed the House by a vote of 420-0 on November 8, 2017. The bill was cosponsored by the other eight members of Indiana’s congressional delegation. Full text of the bill can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/senators-donnelly-and-young-introduce-national-ernie-pyle-day-resolution Senators Donnelly and Young Introduce National Ernie Pyle Day Resolution 2017-12-01 2017 2017-12 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Senators Donnelly and Young Introduce National Ernie Pyle Day Resolution Friday, December 1, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young introduced a resolution to designate August 3, 2018, as National Ernie Pyle Day, in remembrance of the celebrated war correspondent and Hoosier journalist. Donnelly said, “I am proud to join Senator Young to introduce legislation designating August 3, 2018 as ‘National Ernie Pyle Day.’ Ernie Pyle—a Hoosier native from Dana, Indiana —forever influenced American journalism. His reporting from the battlefield in World War II captured the daily sacrifice and heroism of our servicemembers fighting in the war.” Young said, “Ernie Pyle’s renowned career reporting throughout Indiana and World War II demonstrates the work ethic of Hoosiers and the dedication of Americans in commemorating our soldiers. By designating National Ernie Pyle Day, his important contributions to our state and nation will be honored.” After studying journalism at Indiana University, Ernie Pyle, served as a beloved correspondent in Indiana and later overseas during World War II. Beginning his career at La Porte’s The Daily Herald, Mr. Pyle would go on to receive the Pulitzer Prize for his distinguished reporting of WWII in 1944.  During his tenure as a war correspondent, he worked alongside our soldiers in the field to produce work that properly commemorated a soldier’s courage and sacrifice. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/after-10-stops-on-farm-bill-listening-tour-donnelly-ready-to-push-hoosier-priorities-in-upcoming-farm-bill After 10 Stops on Farm Bill Listening Tour, Donnelly Ready to Push Hoosier Priorities in Upcoming Farm Bill 2017-11-30 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy After 10 Stops on Farm Bill Listening Tour, Donnelly Ready to Push Hoosier Priorities in Upcoming Farm Bill Senator held listening sessions across Indiana to hear directly from Hoosier farmers about their priorities for the 2018 Farm Bill Thursday, November 30, 2017 Washington, D.C. – After holding his 10th Farm Bill listening session of the year, U.S. Senator Donnelly is prepared to advocate for Hoosiers in the upcoming Farm Bill. Donnelly, a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, said, “This is a critical year for the Indiana agriculture community as we prepare to write another Farm Bill.  As the hired help, I’m committed to making sure Hoosiers from every sector of our agriculture community have a voice in that process, which is why I have traveled all parts of the state listening to those Hoosiers who know these issues best. I have always believed a good farm bill is one written by Hoosiers, which is why I’m focused on issues like crop insurance, Hoosier-grown biofuels, addressing the opioid epidemic in rural communities, improving soil health, trade, rural broadband, rural development programs, nutrition, conservation programs, and more.” Donnelly’s 10 Farm Bill Listening Sessions: Indiana Farm Bureau in Indianapolis: kicked off his Farm Bill Listening Tour at the Indiana Farm Bureau with members of Indiana Farm Bureau’s Farm Bill Task Force, Board of Directors, and Women’s Leadership Committee   Steinbarger Farm in Edinburgh: met with leaders of the Indiana Soybean Alliance and the Indiana Corn Growers Association, as well as local farmers and ag business leaders McCormick Farm in Vincennes: met with leaders of the Indiana Soil and Water Conservation Districts and local farmers from southwest Indiana and toured the farm and its cover crop plantings Kuehnert Dairy Farm in Fort Wayne: met with leaders of the Indiana Dairy Producers and area farmers, cleaned and operated a robotic milker, and reviewed data collected on individual cow habits, health… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/companion-to-donnelly-and-young-bill-to-support-law-enforcement-mental-health-programs-passes-us-house Companion to Donnelly and Young Bill to Support Law Enforcement Mental Health Programs Passes U.S. House 2017-11-28 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Companion to Donnelly and Young Bill to Support Law Enforcement Mental Health Programs Passes U.S. House Bipartisan bill would help law enforcement agencies establish or enhance mental health care services for their officers Tuesday, November 28, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young today praised the passage of the bipartisan Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill now heads back to the U.S. Senate. Donnelly and Young introduced the bill in the Senate in early April and it passed unanimously in May. U.S. Representatives Susan Brooks (IN-05) and Val Demings (FL-10) introduced the companion bill in the House of Representatives in late April. Donnelly and Young said, “This bipartisan legislation is focused on supporting the mental health and wellness of the law enforcement officers who go to work every day protecting our families and communities. We thank Congresswomen Brooks and Demings for joining us in this effort and laud the House of Representatives for taking this step. We will continue working together to get this bill to the president’s desk to be signed into law.” Chuck Canterbury, National President of the FOP, said, “This bill came to be when Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young reached out to us to see what more could be done to help law enforcement officers struggling to cope with the stresses of their profession. Our officers wear protective clothing and other equipment to keep themselves safe from physical harm, but these officers also face challenges to their mental health and well-being. This legislation is the first step in making sure we do everything we can to improve the mental wellness of our nation’s law enforcement officers.” The Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act would make grants available to initiate peer mentoring pilot programs, direct the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services to develop resources for mental health providers base… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-north-korean-missile-test-11-28-17 Donnelly Statement on North Korean Missile Test 2017-11-28 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Statement on North Korean Missile Test Senator calls on President Trump to sign national defense bill, which includes amendment requiring strategy to confront the threat posed by North Korea Tuesday, November 28, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee, released the following statement in response to North Korea’s test of a ballistic missile today. Donnelly said, “North Korea’s dangerous actions must be met with a clear, comprehensive strategy from the United States. We must show the American people, our servicemembers in the region, and our allies around the world that we are serious about confronting the threat from the Kim regime. My amendment, included in the national defense bill, requires the Administration to bring its strategy to Congress within 90 days. I encourage President Trump to sign the bill immediately.” Through the Senate Armed Services and Banking Committees, Donnelly has worked effectively on efforts to counter North Korea. His provision to require a comprehensive strategy from the Administration and the Department of Defense to confront the threat posed by North Korea passed as part of the national defense bill and is expected to be signed into law soon. Donnelly’s measure requires the President to bring to Congress, within 90 days of enactment, a North Korean strategy. Earlier this month, the Banking Committee unanimously supported the Banking Restrictions Involving North Korea (BRINK) Act, which included a Donnelly amendment that would help ensure the Department of Treasury has the tools and resources it needs to effectively enforce US sanctions globally. The BRINK Act will now advance for consideration by the full Senate. Donnelly has called for increased sanctions to counter North Korea’s weapons program and crack down on those enabling the rogue regime. Last week, Donnelly welcomed the Administration’s announcement that it imposed additional san… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnellys-jacob-sexton-military-suicide-prevention-act-has-been-implemented-by-the-indiana-national-guard Donnelly’s Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act Has Been Implemented by the Indiana National Guard 2017-11-27 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly’s Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act Has Been Implemented by the Indiana National Guard Senator and Indiana National Guard discuss impact of law that requires an annual mental health assessment for all servicemembers Monday, November 27, 2017 Indianapolis, Ind. — U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced that his Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act has been implemented throughout the Armed Forces, including the Indiana National Guard. Today, at the Indiana National Guard headquarters in Indianapolis, Donnelly and Adjutant General of Indiana, Major General Courtney Carr and Chief of Behavioral Sciences Officer of the Indiana National Guard, Major Scott Edwards discussed the impact of the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act, which seeks to prevent military suicide by requiring all servicemembers — Guard, Reserve, and Active Duty — to have an annual mental health assessment. The Sexton Act is named for Hoosier Jacob Sexton, a National Guardsman, who took his life in 2009. From Left to Right: Jeff Sexton, father of Jacob Sexton, Major Edwards, Senator Donnelly, Gregg Keesling, father of Chancellor Keesling, and Major General Carr, who discussed implementation of the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act at the Indiana National Guard. For HD quality photos, click here. Donnelly said, “The Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act has been implemented across our Armed Forces this year, including by the National Guard, and I am hopeful it will make a difference and help end the scourge of military suicide. Mental fitness, like physical fitness, is a critical component of military readiness. This law, for the first time, requires an annual mental health assessment for all servicemembers, including members of the Guard and Reserves.  The goal is to better identify those struggling with mental health issues and ensure they receive the help they need before it’s too late.” Major General Carr, Adjutant General of Indiana National Gu… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-bill-to-help-address-veterans-opioid-abuse-signed-into-law-by-president-trump Donnelly Bill to Help Address Veterans’ Opioid Abuse Signed Into Law by President Trump 2017-11-21 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Bill to Help Address Veterans’ Opioid Abuse Signed Into Law by President Trump The VA Prescription Data Accountability Act will expand VA’s authority to share prescription drug data with state monitoring programs Tuesday, November 21, 2017 Indianapolis, Ind. — Bipartisan legislation introduced in the Senate by U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Mike Rounds (R-SD), and in the House of Representatives by Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-2) and Congressman Brad Wenstrup (OH-2), was signed into law today by President Trump. The VA Prescription Data Accountability Act will clarify current law to allow the VA to share data with state Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs) for patients who are prescribed opioids by VA providers, including both veterans and their dependents. Donnelly said, “Coordination between the VA and our prescription drug monitoring programs is key to addressing opioid abuse in Indiana and across the country. The VA is a major prescriber of opioids and prescription drugs and must be a full partner in our all-hands-on-deck effort to combat this epidemic. This bipartisan legislation will ensure that VA hospitals and clinics are in line with their non-VA counterparts and allow VA facilities to fully partner with Indiana’s INSPECT and similar programs across the country to monitor opioid prescribing practices.” This legislation, for example, will enable the VA to share data with Indiana’s prescription drug monitoring program, INSPECT. VA is currently only sharing prescription data on veterans, not their dependents or others treated by VA providers, due to technical issues related to the VA’s health records system. As a result, a significant amount of VA prescription data is not being shared with the state’s prescription drug monitoring program. The law was supported by the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Paralyzed Veterans of America, and Association of the United States Navy. The Congressional Budget Office scored the House … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-administration-imposing-additional-sanctions-against-north-korea- Donnelly Statement on Administration Imposing Additional Sanctions Against North Korea 2017-11-21 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Statement on Administration Imposing Additional Sanctions Against North Korea Senator has called for more action to counter North Korea and his provision requiring a North Korean strategy from White House expected to become law soon Tuesday, November 21, 2017 Indianapolis, Ind. – Today U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement after the Trump Administration announced additional sanctions against North Korea and its backers. The U.S. Department of Treasury said it sanctioned 13 entities, 20 shipping companies and vessels, and one individual in an effort to maximize economic pressure and level sanctions against those enabling the North Korean regime’s funding of its nuclear and ballistic missile programs. Donnelly said, “I have long called for stronger action to counter North Korea’s growing nuclear arsenal, including additional sanctions. Those enabling North Korea’s dangerous regime must be held accountable. I welcome today’s announcement, and I hope the Senate will act soon to pass bipartisan legislation I helped craft that would further increase sanctions on North Korea and its backers.” Yesterday, Donnelly applauded President Trump’s announcement that he intends to re-designate North Korea as a state sponsor of terrorism. Through the Senate Armed Services and Banking Committees, Donnelly has worked effectively on efforts to counter North Korea. His provision to require a comprehensive strategy from the Administration and the Department of Defense to confront the threat posed by North Korea passed as part of the national defense bill and is expected to be signed into law soon. Donnelly’s measure requires the President to bring to Congress, within 90 days of enactment, a North Korean strategy. Earlier this month, the Banking Committee unanimously supported the Banking Restrictions Involving North Korea (BRINK) Act, which included a Donnelly amendment that would help ensure the Department of Treasury has the tools and resources it needs… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-and-murkowski-push-for-national-health-service-corps-expansion-to-combat-opioid-abuse Donnelly and Murkowski Push for National Health Service Corps Expansion to Combat Opioid Abuse 2017-11-20 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly and Murkowski Push for National Health Service Corps Expansion to Combat Opioid Abuse Senators’ bipartisan approach would help rural and underserved areas that lack adequate substance abuse treatment providers Monday, November 20, 2017 Indianapolis, Ind. – U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) today called on Senate leaders to do more to combat substance use disorders and the workforce shortage facing treatment providers in rural and underserved communities. Donnelly and Murkowski sent a letter asking for more resources to be dedicated to the addiction treatment workforce shortage and for the reauthorization and expansion of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) student loan repayment and forgiveness program to include addiction treatment facilities. In June, Donnelly and Murkowski introduced the Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act, which would make addiction treatment facilities eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) student loan repayment and forgiveness program. Donnelly and Murkowski said, in part in their letter to Senate leaders, “As you know our country is currently experiencing an opioid crisis…The epidemic has been particularly devastating in underserved areas that lack adequate treatment providers… In response to President Trump’s public health emergency declaration, we strongly encourage you to move quickly to reauthorize this program, increase its funding, and expand eligible treatment facilities to include addiction treatment as outlined in our bill the Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act.…The President was right to declare the opioid epidemic a national public health emergency, but additional progress will require Congress to invest more in addiction treatment and recovery efforts, especially in rural and underserved areas.” The full letter can be read below or by clicking here. November 20, 2017 Senator Mitch McConnell United States Capitol Building Senator Charles… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-welcomes-president-trumps-intention-to-re-designate-north-korea-as-a-state-sponsor-of-terrorism Donnelly Welcomes President Trump’s Intention to Re-designate North Korea as a State Sponsor of Terrorism 2017-11-20 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Welcomes President Trump’s Intention to Re-designate North Korea as a State Sponsor of Terrorism Senator has pushed effectively for stronger action to counter North Korea and his provision requiring a strategy to counter the rogue regime is expected to soon become law Monday, November 20, 2017 Indianapolis, Ind. – Today U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement after President Trump announced his intention to re-designate North Korea as a state sponsor of terrorism. Donnelly said, “I have repeatedly called for stronger action against the rogue Kim regime, and I welcome President Trump’s decision to re-designate North Korea as a state sponsor of terrorism. I hope the Senate will quickly take up and pass bipartisan legislation I helped shape to again increase sanctions on North Korea and its backers, and I will continue pressing for the president to present Congress with an effective strategy to counter the growing threat posed by Kim Jong Un’s nuclear arsenal.” Through the Senate Armed Services and Banking Committees, Donnelly has worked successfully on efforts to counter North Korea. His provision to require a comprehensive strategy from the Administration and the Department of Defense to confront the threat posed by North Korea passed as part of the national defense bill and is expected to be signed into law soon. Donnelly’s measure requires the President to bring to Congress, within 90 days of enactment, a North Korean strategy. Earlier this month, the Banking Committee unanimously supported the Banking Restrictions Involving North Korea (BRINK) Act, which included a Donnelly amendment that would help ensure the Department of Treasury has the tools and resources it needs to effectively enforce US sanctions globally. The BRINK Act will now advance for consideration by the full Senate. Donnelly has called for increased sanctions to counter North Korea’s weapons program and crack down on those enabling the rogue regime. As Ranking Member … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-gop-tax-bill Carson Statement on GOP Tax Bill 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, DC - Today Congressman André Carson voted against a harmful Republican tax bill that would explode the deficit, increase taxes on the middle class and fail to simplify the tax code. In response, he released this statement: "We all want lower taxes and a simpler tax code, but the goal should be to make our middle-class stronger. "A good plan would simplify the system, support middle-class families, foster business development and job creation, encourage innovation and create opportunities for Americans to prosper in a 21st-Century economy. Today's bill fails to achieve those goals while exploding the deficit. "The bill that passed today puts large corporations and the one percent ahead of sick Americans, students, teachers, veterans, seniors and the estimated 47.5 million Americans who will see a tax increase by 2027. If that isn't enough, the bill leaves our children and grandchildren to pay off over $1.7 trillion in new debt. "Instead of pursuing this bill, both Democrats and Republicans should go back to the drawing board and work together to pass comprehensive tax reform that will support middle-class families, foster business development, and create opportunities for Americans to prosper in a 21st- Century economy." "This bill is not yet law. Right now an equally odious version in the Senate faces significant challenges. There is still time to rally against it so I encourage all Americans to speak out." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T22:12:50Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/carson-statement-on-gop-tax-bill Carson Statement on GOP Tax Bill 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC - Today Congressman André Carson voted against a harmful Republican tax bill that would explode the deficit, increase taxes on the middle class and fail to simplify the tax code. In response, he released this statement: “We all want lower taxes and a simpler tax code, but the goal should be to make our middle-class stronger. “A good plan would simplify the system, support middle-class families, foster business development and job creation, encourage innovation and create opportunities for Americans to prosper in a 21st-Century economy. Today’s bill fails to achieve those goals while exploding the deficit. “The bill that passed today puts large corporations and the one percent ahead of sick Americans, students, teachers, veterans, seniors and the estimated 47.5 million Americans who will see a tax increase by 2027. If that isn’t enough, the bill leaves our children and grandchildren to pay off over $1.7 trillion in new debt. “Instead of pursuing this bill, both Democrats and Republicans should go back to the drawing board and work together to pass comprehensive tax reform that will support middle-class families, foster business development, and create opportunities for Americans to prosper in a 21st- Century economy.” “This bill is not yet law. Right now an equally odious version in the Senate faces significant challenges. There is still time to rally against it so I encourage all Americans to speak out.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/visclosky-testifies-at-itc-hearing-on-wire-rod Visclosky Testifies at ITC Hearing on Wire Rod 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Peter Visclosky V000108 visclosky.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Pete Visclosky testified at the International Trade Commission (ITC) hearing on carbon and certain alloy steel wire rod from Belarus, Italy, Korea, Russia, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom.  Below is a copy of Congressman Visclosky’s remarks, as prepared for delivery. I would like to thank Chairman Schmidtlein, Vice Chairman Johanson, members of the Commission, and all of the staff, for your continued work to enforce American trade laws.  I appreciate this opportunity to testify as part of today’s hearing regarding carbon and certain alloy steel wire rod from several countries. The American steel industry plays an integral part in each of our daily lives.  The industry employs 140,000 people and directly supports a million U.S. jobs, and American steelworkers produce steel that is used to build our nation and strengthen our national defense.  The steel product we are discussing today, wire rod, is particularly diverse in its range of uses and is essential to a number of industries we rely on each day, such as the construction, energy, agriculture, and automotive industries. Unfortunately, it is also one of many steel products that countries throughout the world have consistently traded unfairly. The Commission and the Department of Commerce have been working hard to address the issue of unfair imports by investigating a large number of steel-related cases over the past few years.  This is the third time I have testified at the ITC this year, and the eleventh time I have testified in the past two years.  However, we must not waiver in our efforts, and we must continue to apply pressure on countries that blatantly violate our laws and threaten domestic markets.  The American Iron and Steel Institute recently reported that for the first ten months of 2017, steel imports are up 20 percent from the same time period in 2016. This highlights that now more than ever, we must remain vigilant in ensuring that bad actors who disregard… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-hoeven-announce-bipartisan-legislation-to-help-address-opioid-abuse-in-rural-communities Donnelly, Hoeven Announce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Address Opioid Abuse in Rural Communities 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Hoeven Announce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Address Opioid Abuse in Rural Communities Bill would help rural communities combat substance use disorders through prevention and education programs Thursday, November 16, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and John Hoeven (R-ND), announced bipartisan legislation aimed at combatting substance use disorders in rural communities. The bill would direct the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Rural Health and Safety Education Competitive Grants Program to give priority to applicants in rural communities that would use the grants for substance abuse education, treatment, and prevention efforts. Donnelly said, “This bipartisan legislation would help educate our families and youth in rural communities on the devastating harm of substance abuse, while expanding prevention and treatment opportunities. I’m proud to work with fellow Senate Agriculture Committee member, Senator Hoeven, on this common sense effort that would allow USDA to prioritize rural communities when considering applicants for its rural health and safety education grants program. We know that it will take all of us working together to confront this public health crisis, and we have more work to do stem this epidemic in rural communities.” Hoeven said, “The opioid abuse epidemic has challenged families and communities across the nation, including in rural areas. Our bipartisan legislation will prioritize substance abuse education, treatment and prevention programs when awarding rural health education grants, providing smaller communities with additional resources to prevent and treat substance use disorders.” Today’s bipartisan legislation is Donnelly’s third bipartisan bill aimed at strengthening the tools USDA has to help rural communities combat opioid abuse. Earlier this year, Donnelly, along with Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts (R-KS) introduced the Community Facilities Direct Loans and Grants, whic… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-rounds-bill-to-help-address-veterans-opioid-abuse-passes-senate Donnelly-Rounds Bill to Help Address Veterans’ Opioid Abuse Passes Senate 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly-Rounds Bill to Help Address Veterans’ Opioid Abuse Passes Senate The VA Prescription Data Accountability Act would expand VA’s authority to share prescription drug data with state monitoring programs Thursday, November 16, 2017 Washington, D.C. – Last evening, the U.S. Senate passed the VA Prescription Data Accountability Act, bipartisan legislation introduced this summer in the Senate by U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Mike Rounds (R-SD), and in the House of Representatives by Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-2) and Congressman Brad Wenstrup (OH-2). The bipartisan bill passed the House of Representatives earlier this year and now heads to President Trump’s desk to be signed into law. The bill would clarify current law to allow the VA to share data with state Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs) for patients who are prescribed opioids by VA providers, including both veterans and their dependents. This legislation, for example, would enable the VA to share data with Indiana’s prescription drug monitoring program, INSPECT. VA is currently only sharing prescription data on veterans, not their dependents or others treated by VA providers, due to technical issues related to the VA’s health records system. As a result, a significant amount of VA prescription data is not being shared with the state’s prescription drug monitoring program. Donnelly said, “The VA is a major prescriber of opioids and prescription drugs and must be a full partner in our all-hands-on-deck effort to combat opioid abuse in Indiana and across the country. This bipartisan legislation would ensure that VA hospitals and clinics are in line with their non-VA counterparts and allow VA facilities to fully partner with INSPECT and similar programs around the country to monitor opioid prescribing practices. Now that the Senate has passed our legislation, I hope it will be signed into law soon by the President.” Rounds said, “Opioid abuse is widespread throughout the United States. … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnellys-provision-requiring-a-strategy-to-confront-north-korea-heads-to-president-trumps-desk Donnelly’s Provision Requiring a Strategy to Confront North Korea Heads to President Trump’s Desk 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly’s Provision Requiring a Strategy to Confront North Korea Heads to President Trump’s Desk National defense bill that passed the Senate today includes Senator’s North Korea provision and other efforts he led for new military projects in Indiana Thursday, November 16, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly’s provision requiring a comprehensive strategy from the Administration and the Department of Defense to confront the threat posed by North Korea is heading to the President’s desk to be signed into law. His provision was included in the final national defense bill that passed the Senate today. Donnelly helped negotiate the final defense bill, which passed the House of Representatives earlier this week. In September, Donnelly’s amendment requiring the administration to bring to Congress, within 90 days of enactment, a strategy to address North Korea’s threat to our country and our allies, passed as part of the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Donnelly spoke on the Senate floor then about his amendment. Donnelly, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said, “North Korea continues to pose one of the greatest threats to our national security. The American people and our partners and allies around the world need to know that we have a comprehensive strategy to address the Kim regime’s nuclear weapons program. My provision included in this bipartisan national defense bill, now on its way to President Trump’s desk to be signed into law, would ensure that Congress is able to review and understand the President’s strategy for keeping our country safe.” The NDAA is annual legislation that authorizes resources for our military, provides the framework for defense spending, and sets key priorities for the Department of Defense. Resources authorized in the NDAA must then be funded through annual appropriations legislation for the Department of Defense. Other provisions pushed by Senator Donnelly that were included in the final… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly_and-young-supported-bill-requiring-us-amateur-athletic-organizations-to-report-sexual-abuse-passes-senate Donnelly- and Young-Supported Bill Requiring U.S. Amateur Athletic Organizations to Report Sexual Abuse Passes Senate 2017-11-15 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly- and Young-Supported Bill Requiring U.S. Amateur Athletic Organizations to Report Sexual Abuse Passes Senate Wednesday, November 15, 2017 Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Senate yesterday passed bipartisan legislation introduced by Senators Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.) and Todd Young (R-Ind.), along with Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Bill Nelson (D-Fla.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) that would require amateur athletics governing bodies to report sex-abuse allegations immediately to local or federal law enforcement, or a child-welfare agency designated by the Justice Department. Donnelly said, “Amateur athletics governing bodies like USA Gymnastics have an obligation to athletes, parents, and the sport to ensure that athletes are safe. This bipartisan bill aims to help prevent the sexual abuse of athletes and would require prompt reporting of abuse to authorities. I have been pushing Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics for answers and accountability from the beginning and Senate passage of our legislation is an important step forward.” Young said, “Sexual misconduct is grossly reprehensible. This legislation will help protect young athletes in USA Gymnastics and other U.S. Olympic organizations by requiring stringent standards for reporting abuse and holding abusers accountable. The bill would further authorize the United States Center for Safe Sport to ensure that aspiring U.S. Olympic athletes can report allegations of abuse to an independent and non-conflicted entity for investigation and resolution, and to make sure that all amateur athletics governing bodies follow the strictest standards for child abuse prevention and detection. The Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act stems from recent allegations of sexual abuse made against personnel involved with USA Gymnastics, USA Swimming and USA Taekwondo and follows hearings earlier this year before the Senate Judiciary Committee and the Senate… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-bipartisan-regulatory-relief-package-to-promote-economic-growth-and-protect-consumers Donnelly Announces Bipartisan Regulatory Relief Package to Promote Economic Growth and Protect Consumers 2017-11-13 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Announces Bipartisan Regulatory Relief Package to Promote Economic Growth and Protect Consumers Senator worked on bipartisan effort and crafted agreement that would reduce regulatory burdens on community banks and credit unions to increase lending to small businesses and families, while ensuring important new consumer protections Monday, November 13, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, member of the Senate Banking Committee, announced today that he and Senate Banking Committee Chairman Mike Crapo, along with several Senate colleagues, have crafted and reached a bipartisan agreement to reduce regulatory burdens on community banks and credit unions as well as provide new protections to consumers. Donnelly, Crapo, and three other members of the Banking Committee have engaged in bipartisan discussions over the past two weeks and previously produced a framework for a deal in 2015. Donnelly, a member of the Senate Banking Committee, said, “This bipartisan regulatory relief package is an example of what we can achieve when we work together, and the result of good-faith negotiations with Chairman Crapo, Senators Tester, Warner, and Heitkamp. The proposal would provide long-awaited regulatory relief to community banks and credit unions unintentionally burdened by rules intended to hold Wall Street accountable. This agreement would maintain the safety of our financial system and offer new protections to consumers, including veterans, by helping to protect their credit in the wake of recent data breaches, like the Equifax breach."  Crapo, Chairman of the Senate Banking Committee said, “A strong and vibrant economy is important for American consumers, businesses, and the stability of the financial sector. The bipartisan proposals on which we have agreed will significantly improve our financial regulatory framework and foster economic growth by right-sizing regulation, particularly for smaller financial institutions and community banks. I thank Senators… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-veterans-day-0 Carson Statement on Veterans Day 2017-11-10 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Congressman Andre Carson released the following statement in recognition of Veterans Day, which is observed each year on November 11th: "On Veterans Day, we honor veterans of all eras, our service members, and our military families for their service and sacrifices defending our great nation. "Our country is home to over 20 million veterans, including over 400,000 living in Indiana. These men and women have courageously served and protected our freedom at home and abroad. "That is why today – and every day – we must recommit ourselves to ensuring that we demonstrate the same commitment to our nation's veterans that they have shown us by ensuring they have the support and resources they need when they come home. Our veterans deserve better than to face a backlog in benefits or health care or to face difficulty finding employment. We must never forget our obligations to those who served honorably, as well as those who continue to serve selflessly in defense of our liberty today." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T22:12:50Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/carson-statement-on-veterans-day Carson Statement on Veterans Day 2017-11-10 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – Congressman Andre Carson released the following statement in recognition of Veterans Day, which is observed each year on November 11th: “On Veterans Day, we honor veterans of all eras, our service members, and our military families for their service and sacrifices defending our great nation. “Our country is home to over 20 million veterans, including over 400,000 living in Indiana. These men and women have courageously served and protected our freedom at home and abroad. “That is why today – and every day – we must recommit ourselves to ensuring that we demonstrate the same commitment to our nation’s veterans that they have shown us by ensuring they have the support and resources they need when they come home. Our veterans deserve better than to face a backlog in benefits or health care or to face difficulty finding employment. We must never forget our obligations to those who served honorably, as well as those who continue to serve selflessly in defense of our liberty today.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-support-for-bipartisan-legislation-to-help-prevent-overmedication-of-veterans Donnelly Announces Support for Bipartisan Legislation to Help Prevent Overmedication of Veterans 2017-11-10 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Announces Support for Bipartisan Legislation to Help Prevent Overmedication of Veterans Bill would ask for independent study on correlation between overmedication and suicide rates among veterans Friday, November 10, 2017 South Bend, Ind. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today announced his support for bipartisan legislation that aims to help protect against the overmedication of our nation’s veterans and prevent veteran suicide. The Veterans Overmedication Prevention Act, introduced by the Chairman of the Armed Services Committee, Senator John McCain (R-AZ), would commission an independent review of the deaths of veterans who died by suicide or drug overdose over the last five years while receiving care through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and an assessment of the role that prescription medications may have played. Donnelly said, “As our nation combats two terrible crises, the opioid abuse epidemic and the unacceptably-high rate of veteran suicide, we owe it to those who have served to better understand any correlation between overmedication and suicide. This bipartisan bill would bring independent experts together so that we have the information necessary to ensure veterans receive the best possible care and help determine whether overmedication of prescription drugs, including opioids, is contributing to veteran suicide.” Donnelly has worked effectively and tirelessly over the past four-plus years to find commonsense, bipartisan solutions to combat military suicide and strengthen military mental health care, including through his Sexton Act and his Servicemember Mental Health Care Package. Donnelly has also helped pass legislation enabling veterans to access care outside the VA and has pushed for increased transparency and accountability at VA hospitals. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-boozman-fight-for-veterans-exposed-to-agent-orange-during-service-in-thailand Donnelly, Boozman Fight for Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange During Service in Thailand 2017-11-09 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Boozman Fight for Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange During Service in Thailand Thursday, November 9, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and John Boozman (R-AR) introduced bipartisan legislation that would allow veterans who served in Thailand during the Vietnam War-era the opportunity to prove toxic exposure in order to qualify for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits. Donnelly said, “These brave Americans served our country and have earned our respect and gratitude. I’m proud to work with Senator Boozman on this bipartisan legislation that would ensure that all veterans potentially exposed to Agent Orange while serving in Thailand are given opportunity to receive the benefits they are due for their service.” Boozman said, “We made a commitment to our veterans, but current VA policy restricting service-connected benefits for our men and women who served in certain locations and career fields in Thailand during their military service is undermining that commitment. Arbitrarily limiting consideration of a veteran’s claim is misguided, especially considering the VA determined that herbicides were used on fenced-in perimeters of military bases in Thailand. This will eliminate the unreasonable burden on veterans to prove toxic exposure.” VA currently awards service-connected benefits for exposure to toxic chemicals to veterans whose duties placed them on or near the perimeters of Thai military bases from February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975. This restriction arbitrarily disqualifies veterans who may otherwise be able to prove their exposure. For more than 20,000 conditions determined by the VA to be eligible for service-connected exposure to toxic chemicals in Fiscal Year 2016, 12,025 claims were filed by veterans who served in Thailand during the Vietnam War-era. Only 14 percent of those claims were approved for additional benefits. Carlos Fuentes, Director, VFW National Legislative Service, said, "The VFW greatly appreciates the support f… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-continues-push-for-north-korea-strategy-in-final-defense-bill Donnelly Continues Push for North Korea Strategy in Final Defense Bill 2017-11-09 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Continues Push for North Korea Strategy in Final Defense Bill Senator helped negotiate final bill between the House and Senate Thursday, November 9, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly continued his advocacy for a clear, comprehensive strategy from the Administration and the Department of Defense to confront the threat posed by North Korea. His provision is included in the final national defense bill released today. Donnelly helped negotiate the final bill and reconcile differences between versions of the national defense bill passed in the Senate and the House of Representatives. The reconciled bill, which Donnelly supports, must pass both the House of Representatives and the Senate before it can go to President Trump’s desk to be signed into law. In September, the Senate overwhelming passed the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which included Donnelly’s amendment requiring the administration to bring to Congress, within 90 days of enactment, a strategy to address North Korea’s threat to our country and our allies. Donnelly spoke on the Senate floor about his amendment. Donnelly, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said, “The security threat posed by North Korea is real and increasing. While the President has spent the week in Asia speaking with leaders from our allies in the region – including South Korea and Japan – we still need the administration to lay out a comprehensive strategy to address the Kim regime’s nuclear weapons. My amendment included in this bipartisan national defense bill would ensure that Congress is able to review and understand the President’s strategy for keeping our country safe.” The NDAA is annual legislation that authorizes resources for our military, provides the framework for defense spending, and sets key priorities for the Department of Defense. Resources authorized in the NDAA must then be funded through annual appropriations legislation for the Department of Defense. Provi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-announcement-of-a-senate-tax-reform-proposal Donnelly Statement on Announcement of a Senate Tax Reform Proposal 2017-11-09 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Statement on Announcement of a Senate Tax Reform Proposal Senator meets with President Trump’s Economic Advisor Gary Cohn to continue pushing for a tax reform bill focused on middle-class Hoosiers, protecting American jobs Thursday, November 9, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement on the tax reform proposal announced today by Senate Republicans. Donnelly also met today with the White House Director of the National Economic Council Gary Cohn to discuss his tax reform priorities. Donnelly said, “As I have said, tax reform should create jobs, protect jobs, invest in American workers, and benefit middle class families. I will carefully review the Senate proposal released today and continue to engage with my colleagues and the White House on behalf of Hoosiers as the Senate works on tax reform.” For months, Donnelly has said that he hopes tax reform will protect existing jobs and address the outsourcing of American jobs, while also creating jobs and providing relief to middle-class families. His priorities are consistent with his End Outsourcing Act, which would support companies that invest in American workers and penalize companies that ship American jobs to foreign countries. Earlier this week, Donnelly participated in a meeting on tax reform with White House Director of Legislative Affairs Marc Short and Cohn. President Trump called in for a portion of the event. In the meeting, Donnelly discussed his tax reform priorities and shared a letter that he also sent to Vice President Pence on Tuesday emphasizing that our tax policies should align with the interests of American workers and support companies that invest in the U.S. Donnelly has discussed his desire to address outsourcing and ensure federal policies invest in American workers with President Trump and Administration officials on several occasions this year, and the President has consistently expressed support for the proposal: ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-young-introduce-congressional-gold-medal-act-to-honor-uss-indianapolis-crew Donnelly, Young Introduce Congressional Gold Medal Act to Honor USS Indianapolis Crew 2017-11-08 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Young Introduce Congressional Gold Medal Act to Honor USS Indianapolis Crew Senators’ bipartisan legislation recognizes the crew’s bravery, service to the country Wednesday, November 8, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young today introduced the bipartisan USS Indianapolis Congressional Gold Medal Act, which would recognize and honor the crew of the USS Indianapolis for their perseverance, bravery, and service to the United States in World War II. The medal would be displayed at the Indiana War Memorial Museum in Indianapolis. Donnelly and Young said, “On behalf of a grateful nation, we are pleased to introduce this bipartisan legislation which would honor the crew of the USS Indianapolis with a Congressional Gold Medal for their service and sacrifice during World War II.  This recognition would honor the young men who served, including the fewer than 20 living survivors, as well as those who died on board the Indianapolis.” The Portland-class heavy cruiser USS Indianapolis was commissioned in 1932. It operated from Pearl Harbor and throughout the Pacific while participating in major battles during World War II, escorting convoys and attacking enemy submarines. After midnight on July 30, 1945, a Japanese submarine attacked the USS Indianapolis, sinking the ship within minutes. Approximately 1,200 U.S. servicemembers were on board. After five days afloat in the Pacific Ocean, just over 300 sailors survived. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnellys-and-hatchs-bipartisan-suicide-prevention-bill-passes-in-the-senate Donnelly’s and Hatch’s Bipartisan Suicide Prevention Bill Passes in the Senate 2017-11-08 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly’s and Hatch’s Bipartisan Suicide Prevention Bill Passes in the Senate Legislation would require FCC to study national suicide prevention hotline system and determine whether to use a particular easy-to-remember, 3-digit number Wednesday, November 8, 2017 Washington, D.C. — Yesterday evening, the National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act, sponsored by Senators Joe Donnelly and Orrin Hatch, passed unanimously in the Senate. This critical suicide prevention legislation would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to study the national suicide prevention hotline system and to make recommendations to improve it—including whether to use a particular easy-to-remember, 3-digit suicide hotline number to better connect those in peril to crucial crisis resources. Donnelly said, “I’m pleased our bipartisan legislation has passed the Senate, because it could make a difference for families in Indiana and across the country. This legislation would require the Federal Communications Commission to review the national suicide prevention hotline, including whether a particular three-digit dialing number should replace the current ten-digit number to make it easier for teenagers, veterans, or anyone experiencing a mental health crisis to seek help. I hope the House will quickly pass this legislation.” Hatch said, “Over the last year, I’ve met with dozens of families who have lost loved ones to suicide. The parents I spoke with said that in their moments of crisis, they didn’t know where to turn for help. While there is no perfect solution to this devastating problem, this legislation is a step in the right direction. By providing those who suffer with faster, easier access to lifesaving resources, we can prevent countless tragedies. I urge my colleagues in the House to act quickly on this crucial legislation, and get it to the president’s desk to be signed into law.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressional-steel-caucus-urges-president-to-defend-american-steel Congressional Steel Caucus Urges President to Defend American Steel Industry during Visit to China 2017-11-07 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Peter Visclosky V000108 visclosky.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC – Today, Congressional Steel Caucus Co-Chairman Mike Bost (R-IL), Co-Chairman Rick Crawford (R-AR), and Vice-Chairman Peter J. Visclosky (D-IN), sent a letter to President Trump that urged him to defend the American steel industry and its workers during his visit to China. Specifically, the letter urges the President to address the issues of chronic global steel overcapacity, illegal government subsidies and state-owned enterprises, and other trade distorting practices that have injured the American steel sector.  The letter states that American steelworkers are constantly threatened by the unfair trade practices of China and that we cannot compete against China when they do not follow trading norms.  The letter further asks that the President raise these issues with Chinese government officials and defend the American steel industry, which is essential to our country’s national economy and our national security.  The full text of the letter is available below. Dear President Trump: We write today as leaders of the Congressional Steel Caucus to request that you defend the American steel industry and its workers during your upcoming visit to China and address the issues of chronic global steel overcapacity, illegal government subsidies and state-owned enterprises, and other trade distorting practices that have injured the American steel sector.  These issues pose an existential threat to the American steel industry. American steelworkers are constantly threatened by the unfair trade practices of China.  Today, China produces more steel than every other country in the world combined and contributes over half of the 700 million metric tons of global steel overcapacity.  We know that America makes the most innovative and cost effective steel in the world, but we cannot compete against China when they do not follow trading norms. For years, China has stated that it will work to address the issue of steel overcapacity by imposing capacity reductions, however those words continue to ring hollow.  Over th… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-continues-efforts-for-effective-strong-sanctions-on-north-korea Donnelly Continues Efforts for Effective, Strong Sanctions on North Korea 2017-11-07 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Continues Efforts for Effective, Strong Sanctions on North Korea Senator’s amendment adopted in the Banking Committee as part of the BRINK Act and would ensure Treasury Department has the resources it needs to carry out sanctions mission Tuesday, November 7, 2017 Washington, D.C. – Today, in the Senate Banking Committee, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly continued his efforts to increase pressure on North Korea for its nuclear weapons program and dangerous provocations. The Committee unanimously supported the Banking Restrictions Involving North Korea (BRINK) Act, which included a Donnelly amendment that would help ensure the Department of Treasury has the tools and resources it needs to effectively enforce US sanctions globally. The BRINK Act will now advance for full Senate consideration. To see Senator Donnelly discuss his amendment in the Banking Committee, click here. Donnelly, a member of the Senate Banking Committee and the Senate Armed Services Committee, said about his amendment, “Sanctions play a large role in US foreign policy today, as large a role as they ever have. We have a lot on the line with our sanctions efforts against adversaries like North Korea…Moreover, if the Department doesn’t have the people or the funding it needs to be effective, we need to know.” Donnelly has called for increased sanctions to counter North Korea’s weapons program and crack down on those enabling the rogue regime. As Ranking Member of the Banking Committee’s National Security and International Trade and Finance Subcommittee, Donnelly co-led a hearing with Subcommittee Chairman Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) to assess U.S. and international sanctions against North Korea and China in relation to North Korea’s nuclear missile program, and to push the Administration on its options to expand sanctions. And Donnelly and Sasse recently continued their calls for increased sanctions on both North Korea and China, designed to crack down on North Korea’s weapons program. Following … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-participates-in-tax-reform-meeting-with-top-trump-administration-officials Donnelly Participates in Tax Reform Meeting with Top Trump Administration Officials 2017-11-07 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Participates in Tax Reform Meeting with Top Trump Administration Officials In advance of Vice President Pence’s Thursday trip to Indiana, Senator urges Pence to ensure our tax policies align with interests of American workers and companies investing in the U.S. Tuesday, November 7, 2017 Washington, D.C. – Today U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly participated in a meeting on tax reform with White House Director of Legislative Affairs Marc Short and White House economic adviser Gary Cohn. President Trump also called in for a portion of the meeting from his trip in Asia. Donnelly discussed his tax reform priorities and shared a letter that he also sent to Vice President Pence today. The letter welcomes Pence’s upcoming visit to Indiana to talk about tax reform and emphasizes that our tax policies should align with the interests of American workers and support companies that invest in the U.S. To read Donnelly’s letter to Pence, see below or click here. Donnelly said, “Tax reform should create jobs, protect existing jobs, and benefit middle class families. I’m the hired help for Indiana, and this was another opportunity to exchange ideas and discuss priorities important to Hoosiers with the White House. I’m going to continue engaging with the Administration and my Senate colleagues as we work on tax reform.” Tax reform legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives, and a bill could be unveiled in the Senate as soon as later this week. Donnelly has said that he hopes tax reform will protect existing jobs and address the outsourcing of American jobs, while also creating jobs and providing relief to middle-class families. His priorities are consistent with his End Outsourcing Act, which would support companies that invest in American workers and penalize companies that ship American jobs to foreign countries. Donnelly has discussed his End Outsourcing Act with President Trump and Administration officials on several occasions this year, and the Pr… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-house-republicans-tax-bill Carson Statement on House Republicans' Tax Bill 2017-11-03 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman André Carson (D-IN) released the following statement in response to the tax bill released by House Republicans: "This week, Republicans unveiled a tax bill written by millionaires, for millionaires, that will ultimately be paid for by low and middle-income families through brutal cuts​ to programs people rely on. "This plan will not grow our economy, or help working families. Instead, millions of low and middle-income families will see a tax increase. This plan destroys deductions designed to help families with high medical costs, eliminates tax breaks for students paying their student loan interest or college tuition, and removes a tax break for teachers who spend their own money on classroom supplies. "This tax proposal clearly breaks a promise made by President Trump that ‘the rich will not be gaining at all with this plan.' It eliminates the estate tax, amounting to a massive windfall for the top 0.2 percent of households, while middle-class families lose their ability to deduct state and local income taxes. This isn't a plan to deliver growth – it's a recipe to destabilize our economy and widen the gaps between the wealthiest and those most in need. "We all want lower taxes and a simpler tax code, but the goal should be to make our middle class stronger. I urge my Republican colleagues to go back to the drawing board, work with Democrats on a bipartisan plan, and pass comprehensive tax reform that will support middle-class families, foster business development, and create opportunities for Americans to prosper in a 21st century economy." According to the National Association of Counties: 102,260 of Marion County Households claimed the State and Local Tax (SALT) in 2015 which allows tax filers who itemize deductions to write off their property taxes as well as their state and local income taxes or general sales taxes. $8,770 = the average size of SALT deduction in Marion County 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T22:12:50Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-republican-chip-reauthorization-vote Carson Statement on Republican CHIP Reauthorization Vote 2017-11-03 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC - Historically, funding for public health priorities such as the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) has had strong bipartisan support. Unfortunately, today Republicans forced a vote on a partisan bill that would provide healthcare for some at the expense of others, undermining these programs, cutting other essential health programs, and weakening coverage for too many Americans. Instead of extending these programs on time, Republicans abandoned them, wasting months by prioritizing their crusade to repeal the Affordable Care Act and take healthcare from millions. At a time when Republicans are pursuing a $1.5 trillion budget-busting tax cut, robbing Medicare, Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act, and public health programs makes no sense. Congress needs to fix this now with a clean bill that guarantees all Hoosiers access to the care they need. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:48:26Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/carson-statement-on-house-republicans-tax-bill Carson Statement on House Republicans' Tax Bill 2017-11-03 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman André Carson (D-IN) released the following statement in response to the tax bill released by House Republicans: “This week, Republicans unveiled a tax bill written by millionaires, for millionaires, that will ultimately be paid for by low and middle-income families through brutal cuts​ to programs people rely on.  “This plan will not grow our economy, or help working families. Instead, millions of low and middle-income families will see a tax increase. This plan destroys deductions designed to help families with high medical costs, eliminates tax breaks for students paying their student loan interest or college tuition, and removes a tax break for teachers who spend their own money on classroom supplies.  “This tax proposal clearly breaks a promise made by President Trump that ‘the rich will not be gaining at all with this plan.’ It eliminates the estate tax, amounting to a massive windfall for the top 0.2 percent of households, while middle-class families lose their ability to deduct state and local income taxes. This isn’t a plan to deliver growth – it’s a recipe to destabilize our economy and widen the gaps between the wealthiest and those most in need.   “We all want lower taxes and a simpler tax code, but the goal should be to make our middle class stronger. I urge my Republican colleagues to go back to the drawing board, work with Democrats on a bipartisan plan, and pass comprehensive tax reform that will support middle-class families, foster business development, and create opportunities for Americans to prosper in a 21st century economy.”   According to the National Association of Counties: 102,260 of Marion County Households claimed the State and Local Tax (SALT) in 2015 which allows tax filers who itemize deductions to write off their property taxes as well as their state and local income taxes or general sales taxes. $8,770 = the average size of SALT deduction in Marion County *All numbers are for 2015 (the most recent year data is available) according to the National As… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/carson-statement-on-republican-chip-reauthorization-vote Carson Statement on Republican CHIP Reauthorization Vote 2017-11-03 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC - Historically, funding for public health priorities such as the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) has had strong bipartisan support. Unfortunately, today Republicans forced a vote on a partisan bill that would provide healthcare for some at the expense of others, undermining these programs, cutting other essential health programs, and weakening coverage for too many Americans. Instead of extending these programs on time, Republicans abandoned them, wasting months by prioritizing their crusade to repeal the Affordable Care Act and take healthcare from millions.   At a time when Republicans are pursuing a $1.5 trillion budget-busting tax cut, robbing Medicare, Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act, and public health programs makes no sense. Congress needs to fix this now with a clean bill that guarantees all Hoosiers access to the care they need. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/donnelly-leads-charge-in-fight-against-opioid-crisis Donnelly leads charge in fight against opioid crisis 2017-11-03 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly leads charge in fight against opioid crisis By:  Samantha Thieke Friday, November 3, 2017 INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WLFI) — President Trump's administration recently declared the opioid epidemic a "nationwide public health emergency." Now, U.S. Sen. Joe Donnelly is leading the federal charge to fight the crisis. Donnelly is an advocate of funding to expand prevention and treatment programs. He helped pass laws that help fund addiction programs. Donnelly says fighting the crisis requires an all-hands-on-deck approach. He believes it's going to take all levels of government to make a difference. A big focus of Donnelly's is providing access to "telemedicine" in rural counties. "Whether you're in Warren County or whether you're in Newton County, that you're still able to be able to talk to folks at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, at Northwestern in Chicago, at some of the best medical facilities in the world for addiction assistance treatment," said Donnelly. Donnelly also says he is working to address the shortage of medical providers treating substance abuse. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/indiana-dunes-takes-major-step-to-becoming-indianas-first-national-park Indiana Dunes takes major step to becoming Indiana's first national park 2017-11-03 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Indiana Dunes takes major step to becoming Indiana's first national park By:  Dwight Adams Friday, November 3, 2017 On the northern tip of the state lies 15 miles of sublime beauty and solitude — and a great chance to wiggle your toes in some beach sand. And now the 15,000 acres of the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, nestled between Gary and Michigan City along the southern tip of Lake Michigan, could become Indiana's first national park. On Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives approved H.R. 1488, an effort championed by U.S. Rep. Pete Visclosky, D-Merrillville, to name the 15,000-acre preserve of shoreline, wooded trails, wetlands and bare sand dunes as the 60th national park. The measure now moves on to the U.S. Senate, where it has the bipartisan support of Indiana senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young, who introduced companion legislature to achieve that designation earlier this year. In 2013, the Pinnacles National Monument, which has played a leading role in the California Condor Recovery Program, became the nation's 59th national park. The Indiana Dunes are also known to Hoosiers as a popular hiking and picnicking spot, as well as home to Mount Baldy, a 126-foot high sand dune. Naming it a national park, would be the culmination of a century-long struggle to preserve the dunes. Stephen Mather, the first director of the National Park Service, first proposed the idea in 1916, floating the idea of naming it Sand Dunes National Park. Though warmly received, the idea was derailed when the nation entered World War I a year later and priorities shifted to the military buildup. Then the Great Depression struck, derailing it further. In 1926, after a 10-year effort by the state government, the Indiana Dunes State Park w… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/timeline-of-senator-donnellys-work-on-the-st-joseph-county-va-clinic Timeline of Senator Donnelly's Work on the St. Joseph County VA Clinic 2017-11-02 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Evansville, Indiana 123 NW 4th Street, Suite 417 Evansville, IN 47708 p: (812) 425-5813 f: (812) 425-5817 Get Directions Fort Wayne, Indiana 203 E. Berry Street, Suite 702 B Fort Wayne, IN 46802 p: (260) 420-4955 f: (260) 420-4930 Get Directions Hammond, Indiana 5400 Federal Plaza, Suite 3200 Hammond, IN 46320 p: (219)-852-0089 f: (219)-852-0729 Get Directions Indianapolis, Indiana 115 N. Pennsylvania Street Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46204 p: (317) 226-5555 f: (855) 772-7518 Get Directions Jeffersonville, Indiana 702 North Shore Drive, Suite LL-101 Jeffersonville, IN 47130 p: (812)-284-2027 f: (812)-284-2044 Get Directions South Bend, Indiana 205 West Colfax Avenue South Bend, IN 46601 p: (574)-288-2780 f: (574)-234-7476 Get Directions WASHINGTON, D.C. 720 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 p: (202) 224-4814 f: (202) 224-5011 Get Directions 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-young-laud-house-passage-of-indiana-dunes-national-park-bill Donnelly, Young Laud House Passage of Indiana Dunes National Park Bill 2017-11-02 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Young Laud House Passage of Indiana Dunes National Park Bill Senators will continue push for Senate action to advance the bipartisan legislation to President Trump’s desk Thursday, November 2, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young lauded the passage of bipartisan legislation that would designate the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore as a National Park. The bill, authored by U.S. Representative Pete Visclosky (IN-01), passed the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously last night. Earlier this year, Senators Donnelly and Young introduced in the U.S. Senate identical legislation to Visclosky’s. The legislation, having passed the House, now must pass the Senate before it can go to President Trump’s desk to be signed into law. Donnelly said, “The Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is one of our state’s most beautiful natural resources. Designating the dunes as a National Park would give the area the recognition it deserves, attracting more visitors and helping further grow the economy in northwest Indiana. I was proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation in the Senate and am hopeful we can pass it and send it to the President to be signed into law soon.” Young said, “Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is one step closer to becoming Indiana’s first National Park. This designation will help preserve one of our state’s most precious natural areas, and will provided a boost to the local economy. I am going to continue working with my colleagues to bring this bill across the finish line.” The legislation would retitle the “Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore” as the “Indiana Dunes National Park”. The designation would create the first National Park in Indiana and the 60th National Park in the United States, which would give greater recognition to the natural beauty of the dunes and potentially draw more visitors and boost the local economy.  ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-carson-participate-open-hearing-social-media-companies Rep. Carson to Participate in Open Hearing with Social Media Companies 2017-11-01 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, DC – Today, November 1, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) and other House Intelligence Committee members will hold an open hearing with Facebook, Twitter, and Google to learn more about Russia's use of social media to exert influence in the 2016 election campaign. Scheduled witnesses for the hearing include: Colin Stretch, Vice President and General Counsel, Facebook Inc. Sean Edgett, Acting General Counsel, Twitter Inc. Kent Walker, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Google Inc. This hearing is part of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence investigation into Russian active measures during the 2016 election campaign. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T22:12:50Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-carson-to-participate-in-open-hearing-with-social-media-companies Rep. Carson to Participate in Open Hearing with Social Media Companies 2017-11-01 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC – Today, November 1, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) and other House Intelligence Committee members will hold an open hearing with Facebook, Twitter, and Google to learn more about Russia’s use of social media to exert influence in the 2016 election campaign. Scheduled witnesses for the hearing include: Colin Stretch, Vice President and General Counsel, Facebook Inc. Sean Edgett, Acting General Counsel, Twitter Inc. Kent Walker, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Google Inc. This hearing is part of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence investigation into Russian active measures during the 2016 election campaign. The open hearing will be broadcast live beginning at 2 PM here: https://intelligence.house.gov/ 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-approves-visclosky-s-indiana-dunes-national-park-act House Approves Viscloskys Indiana Dunes National Park Act 2017-11-01 2017 2017-11 Democrat House IN Peter Visclosky V000108 visclosky.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives approved Congressman Visclosky’s legislation to designate the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore as a National Park. The House approved the legislation, H.R. 1488, the Indiana Dunes National Park Act, by unanimous consent.  The measure is now awaiting consideration by the U.S. Senate. During House consideration, Congressman Pete Visclosky stated, “The American taxpayers over a number of generations have invested in the preservation of the Indiana Dunes.  It is incumbent that we do everything possible to encourage citizens and travelers from around the world to visit the park to learn, recreate, and simply enjoy the sublime environment of the Northwest Indiana lakeshore.  H.R. 1488 helps to achieve this goal.” Below are Congressman Visclosky’s full remarks, as prepared for delivery. I would like to thank Chairman Bishop and Ranking Member Grijalva of the Committee on Natural Resources for their work on this legislation, as well as Chairman McClintock and Ranking Member Hanabusa of the Subcommittee on Federal Lands. Mr. Speaker, the legislation we are considering today would retitle the “Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore” as the “Indiana Dunes National Park”.  While this is a small change, it would have an enormous benefit of rightly placing the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore where it belongs as the nation’s 60th National Park and the first National Park in the State of Indiana.  Located along the southern shore of Lake Michigan, the Indiana Dunes are a natural wonder and home to a vast array of rare plants and animals.  According to the National Park Service, the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is the seventh most biologically diverse National Park Service unit. This legislation completes an effort that began over 100 years ago when Stephen Mather, the first Director of the National Park Service, first proposed establishing the southern shore of Lake Michigan as “Sand Dunes National Park”.  I believe Mr. Mather said it best when he stated in his 1917 repor… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-november-1st-start-open-enrollment Carson Statement on the November 1st Start of Open Enrollment 2017-10-31 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov carson https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Andre Carson (IN-07) released the following statement highlighting the start of the 2018 Open Enrollment Period on November 1, when Hoosiers can choose and enroll in the health insurance plan of their choice: "From November 1st through December 15th, Hoosiers seeking coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace for 2018 should visit healthcare.gov to learn more about their options," said Carson. "With Open Enrollment six weeks shorter than in previous years and less funding to get the word out, there is no time to waste. "I am proud to say that the Affordable Care Act is—and will remain—the law of the land. While only a first step, the Affordable Care Act expanded access to health insurance and put in place essential consumer protections. I call on my colleagues in Congress to take swift action to reverse the Trump Administration's sabotage of our healthcare system, and stabilize the insurance markets. Now is the time for Congress to reach across the aisle and work together on smart, viable solutions that lower healthcare costs, improve quality of care, and expand coverage for Indiana's hardworking families." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T22:06:42Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/carson-statement-on-the-november-1st-start-of-open-enrollment Carson Statement on the November 1st Start of Open Enrollment 2017-10-31 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Andre Carson (IN-07) released the following statement highlighting the start of the 2018 Open Enrollment Period on November 1, when Hoosiers can choose and enroll in the health insurance plan of their choice: “From November 1st through December 15th, Hoosiers seeking coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace for 2018 should visit healthcare.gov to learn more about their options,” said Carson. “With Open Enrollment six weeks shorter than in previous years and less funding to get the word out, there is no time to waste. “I am proud to say that the Affordable Care Act is—and will remain—the law of the land. While only a first step, the Affordable Care Act expanded access to health insurance and put in place essential consumer protections. I call on my colleagues in Congress to take swift action to reverse the Trump Administration’s sabotage of our healthcare system, and stabilize the insurance markets. Now is the time for Congress to reach across the aisle and work together on smart, viable solutions that lower healthcare costs, improve quality of care, and expand coverage for Indiana’s hardworking families.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-ernst-portman-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-ensure-rv-industry-has-access-to-duty-free-trade-program Donnelly, Ernst, Portman Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Ensure RV Industry has Access to Duty-Free Trade Program 2017-10-31 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Ernst, Portman Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Ensure RV Industry has Access to Duty-Free Trade Program Tuesday, October 31, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Joni Ernst (R-IA), co-chairs of the Senate RV Caucus, along with Senator Rob Portman (R-OH), today introduced bipartisan legislation that would ensure the American recreational vehicle industry, as it continues to expand and create jobs in American communities, has access to the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) duty-free trade program. The bill would more accurately characterize current domestic economic production by requiring a review of trade data from the last three calendar years, as opposed to antiquated data from 1995, as currently required. Donnelly said, “This bipartisan proposal would make a common sense change to ensure the federal government uses current data, as originally intended, in determining participation in a duty-free trade program. The Indiana RV industry and other manufacturers could potentially benefit, allowing for greater economic growth in northern Indiana. I’m proud to introduce this bill with Senators Ernst and Portman to support the thousands of Hoosier workers in the RV industry and the local businesses that help provide opportunities for Hoosier families.” Ernst said, “At present, manufacturers could see an increase in tariffs on certain imports that are important not only to Iowa, but our country. This bipartisan bill offers a straightforward approach to modernize outdated trade policy, offering relief from tariffs for our manufacturers.” Portman said, “This bill makes a common sense change to the GSP statute. Decisions about GSP-eligibility should be based on actual market considerations, rather than conditions that existed in 1995. That’s ancient history. By merely changing the date in the statute, this simple bill makes a key update to help American businesses – such as iconic motorhome manufacturer and Ohio company, Airstream – better sour… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-ports-of-indiana-announce-finalization-of-major-federal-grant-for-burns-harbor-capacity-upgrades Donnelly, Ports of Indiana Announce Finalization of Major Federal Grant for Burns Harbor Capacity Upgrades 2017-10-31 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Ports of Indiana Announce Finalization of Major Federal Grant for Burns Harbor Capacity Upgrades Senator supported the Ports’ grant application; grant will allow Burns Harbor to improve cargo capacity and efficiency Tuesday, October 31, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly and Ports of Indiana CEO Rich Cooper today announced the finalization of the $9.85 million federal grant from for the Burns Harbor facility. The Department of Transportation grant will allow the port to increase its cargo operations capacity. Upgrades will include new truck facilities, improvements in rail connections, and updates to the port’s dockside infrastructure. Donnelly supported the Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor’s application. To read Donnelly’s letter of support to the Department of Transportation from December 2016, click here. Senator Donnelly, who wrote a letter of support for the Ports of Indiana application, said, “I was proud to support the Ports of Indiana application, because this major federal grant will allow Burns Harbor to move forward with an expanded, increasingly-efficient operation. I’m looking forward to seeing these upgrades in action because we know it will bring more economic opportunities to the region and our state.” Ports of Indiana CEO Rich Cooper said, “With these investments, companies using water to move cargo will have new options for their inbound raw materials, outbound finished products and transferring shipments between ships and barges, rail cars and trucks. Strategic investments in port infrastructure produce a foundation for long-term growth, bring a positive economic impact to the area and support trade throughout the state.” The port’s grant would provide partial funding for $19.7 million in infrastructure enhancements, including the construction of a new 2.3-acre cargo terminal with multimodal connections for handling cargo transfers between ships, barges, rail cars and trucks. In addition, 4.4 miles will be added to the por… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-staff-to-hold-veterans-history-project-event-in-logansport Donnelly Staff to Hold Veterans History Project Event in Logansport 2017-10-31 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Staff to Hold Veterans History Project Event in Logansport Tuesday, October 31, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly’s staff will host a Veterans History Project event at Miller’s Merry Manor in Logansport on Thursday, November 16, 2017 from 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM EST. The Veterans History Project is an effort by the Library of Congress to preserve the historic experiences of those who served in the United States military by recording their personal narratives and archiving them for future use by historians, teachers, and the general public. Donnelly said, “The men and women who courageously served our country have moving stories to share about their service. It is important that we record their statements so that future generations have the opportunity to learn from their experiences and appreciate the sacrifices they have made to protect our freedoms.” Donnelly’s staff and other Hoosier volunteers will be present to interview veterans. Donnelly will not be present. Area veterans are encouraged to attend in order to have their stories recorded. Individuals in the community who would like to volunteer to interview the veterans are also welcome.  Veterans who want to share their stories and volunteers who want to interview veterans should RSVP to Donnelly’s office by contacting Ryan Wiegand at Ryan_Wiegand@donnelly.senate.gov or by calling 317-226-5555. A flyer for the event can be downloaded here.   For more information about the services provided by Donnelly’s office — including assistance with a federal agency, such as the Department of Defense or Department of Veterans Affairs, inquiries about medals, and other veterans’ resources — please visit www.donnelly.senate.gov/help or call the Senator’s Indianapolis office at 317-226-5555. WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, November 16, 2017 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM EST Miller’s Merry Manor 200 26th Street Logansport, IN 46947 TO RSVP: Contact Ryan Wiegand at Ryan_Wiegand@donnelly.senate.gov or 317-226-5555 ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-to-senate-leadership-we-need-robust-funding-to-address-the-opioid-crisis Donnelly to Senate Leadership: We Need Robust Funding to Address the Opioid Crisis 2017-10-31 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly to Senate Leadership: We Need Robust Funding to Address the Opioid Crisis Tuesday, October 31, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer calling on the leaders to bring more funding to the fight against the opioid abuse epidemic. The letter follows last week’s designation by President Trump declaring the crisis a ‘Nationwide Public Health Emergency.’ Although the designation allows for increased engagement from federal agencies, it does not provide for any new funding for the fight. Last year, several of Donnelly’s provisions were signed into law, and he successfully advocated and continues to advocate for funding that would expand prevention and treatment programs. The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) and the 21st Century Cures Act, both of which Donnelly helped pass into law, have programs and funding to combat the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics. Through the Cures Act, Donnelly helped Indiana secure nearly $11 million in federal grant funding this year that will support prevention, treatment, and recovery services across the state. Donnelly said in his letter today, in part, “The President was right to declare the opioid epidemic a national public health emergency, but additional progress will require Congress to invest more in state and local addiction treatment, recovery, and prevention efforts. “…I encourage you to include robust funding to address this crisis and to give the President's public health emergency declaration the resources required to make a meaningful difference.” To read Senator Donnelly’s letter, see below or click here. Senator Mitch McConnell Majority Leader Senator Chuck Schumer Minority Leader Dear Leader McConnell and Leader Schumer, As you know, President Trump recently declared the opioid crisis a nationwide public health emergency. This declaration was a positive step in the ongoing effort to brin… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-young-urge-amazon-to-consider-indiana-for-second-headquarters Donnelly, Young Urge Amazon to Consider Indiana for Second Headquarters, Join Surge of Hoosier Economic Growth 2017-10-31 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly, Young Urge Amazon to Consider Indiana for Second Headquarters, Join Surge of Hoosier Economic Growth Senators laud the state’s talented workforce and economic climate in letter to the company Tuesday, October 31, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young today urged Amazon to strongly consider Indiana for its future expansion plans in a letter to the company. The Senators highlighted the state’s talented workforce, friendly economic climate, and transportation infrastructure in their letter. Donnelly and Young said, in part, in their letter, “We write to express our strong support for Indiana to be selected as the location for Amazon’s new second company headquarters (HQ2). Our state provides a unique combination of a robust and talented workforce, an effective transportation infrastructure network, competitive cost-of-living, and a friendly business environment that has allowed Indiana to be the preferred location for a growing number of domestic and foreign businesses. We urge you to join this surge of Hoosier economic growth.” To read the full letter, see below or click here. Dear Mr. Bezos: We write to express our strong support for Indiana to be selected as the location for Amazon’s new second company headquarters (HQ2). Our state provides a unique combination of a robust and talented workforce, an effective transportation infrastructure network, competitive cost-of-living, and a friendly business environment that has allowed Indiana to be the preferred location for a growing number of domestic and foreign businesses. We urge you to join this surge of Hoosier economic growth. Businesses and workers from all over the world are attracted to our world-class universities, strong manufacturing sector, growing technology industry, and significant logistics assets. Indiana continues to be recognized as one of the best states in the country to do business, and Hoosiers understand what it takes to make a business successful in the … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/past-e-newsletters/your-healthcare Your Healthcare 2017-10-29 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN André Carson C001072 carson.house.gov     legacy October 29, 2017 Dear Friend, I know there’s been a lot of confusion about the Affordable Care Act, but here’s the most important thing you should know: The Affordable Care Act is the law, and Open Enrollment begins on November 1st.  The time to act is now. My office is here to connect you and your family with information to learn more about your health insurance options. Here are a few things you should know:  Open Enrollment begins on November 1 and lasts until December 15. The Open Enrollment period is shorter this year. The deadline to enroll is Wednesday, December 15th. This deadline applies to everyone, no matter if it’s your first time getting covered, or an existing enrollee.   Coverage could be cheaper than you think. Last year, 8 in 10 people qualified for financial help, putting premiums between $50 and $100 per month for most people.  Existing enrollees should shop around, since plans and prices change every year. You will likely pay a penalty if you choose not to purchase insurance. Plan ahead. And, don’t forget that free help is available. If you have questions about signing up or want to talk through your options with a trained professional, free help is just a call or click away.               Here are a few ways to learn more about your health insurance options: Even if you already have health insurance, it is important to shop around for the best option next year. You can also share this information with any family and friends who may not be insured. If you did gain health insurance through the Marketplace or have been otherwise helped by the Affordable Care Act, please consider sharing your story with me. I am honored to serve in Congress on behalf of Hoosier families like yours. If there is an issue that concerns you or if my office can be of assistance, please let me know by calling my Indianapolis office… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressional-steel-caucus-urges-president-to-complete-steel-imports Congressional Steel Caucus Urges President to Complete Steel Imports Investigation 2017-10-27 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Peter Visclosky V000108 visclosky.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC – Congressional Steel Caucus Co-Chairman Mike Bost (R-IL), Co-Chairman Rick Crawford (R-AR), and Vice-Chairman Peter J. Visclosky (D-IN), along with 65 other members of the Caucus, sent a letter to the President expressing support for the Section 232 investigation assessing the impact of steel imports on our national security.  Specifically, the letter states that the investigation must be completed as soon as possible because each day that passes is another day that the domestic steel industry faces an onslaught of imports and the deeply harmful effects of unfair trade practices.  The letter strongly urges the administration to release the report as expeditiously as possible so that action can be taken to protect the American steel industry and defend America’s national security. Complete list of cosigners and full text of the letter is available below. Dear Mr. President: We write as members of the Congressional Steel Caucus to reiterate our support for the Section 232 investigation assessing the impact of steel imports on our national security.  We are grateful that you have undertaken this critically important investigation since it is imperative that our nation’s military, energy, and other critical infrastructure continue to be built with American steel.  We appreciate your dedication to the well-being of the domestic steel industry, and encourage the Section 232 report to be released as expeditiously as possible. American steel is used in aircraft carriers, armored vehicles, submarines, refineries, power plants, highways, bridges, dams, reservoirs, and hospitals.  It is responsible for protecting our brave service members every single day and allows our military to respond to outside threats.  Without American steel, the Department of Defense would be forced to rely on foreign imports, which could become extremely dangerous during a national emergency or military conflict.  Therefore, a robust domestic steel industry is absolutely critical to our national security. As you highlighted when y… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-opioid-crisis-being-declared-nationwide-public-health-emergency Donnelly Statement on Opioid Crisis Being Declared ‘Nationwide Public Health Emergency’ 2017-10-26 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Statement on Opioid Crisis Being Declared ‘Nationwide Public Health Emergency’ Senator welcomes President’s announcement and pushes for more to be done to utilize every available tool to confront escalating epidemic Thursday, October 26, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly, a leader in the Senate’s fight against the opioid epidemic, released the following statement after President Trump directed his Administration to declare the epidemic a ‘nationwide public health emergency.’ Last week, Donnelly reiterated to President Trump, in a letter, the need for significant federal action to combat this crisis. Last year, several of Donnelly’s provisions were signed into law, and he successfully advocated and continues to advocate for funding that would expand prevention and treatment programs. The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) and the 21st Century Cures Act, both of which Donnelly helped get passed and signed into law, have programs and funding to combat the opioid abuse and heroin use epidemics. Through the Cures Act, Donnelly helped Indiana secure nearly $11 million in federal grant funding this year that will support prevention, treatment, and recovery services across the state. Donnelly said, “We know it will take an all-hands on deck approach at the federal, state, and local levels to combat the opioid epidemic. The President’s announcement is another important step in the ongoing effort to bring more awareness to this escalating crisis that has devastated families and communities across Indiana and our country. I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues in the Senate, and with President Trump, to provide the resources needed for prevention, treatment, recovery, and enforcement, and to move my bipartisan legislative proposals forward, including those that would increase access to telemedicine and address the shortage of providers treating substance abuse.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-alexander-murray-floor-speech Donnelly: Pass Bipartisan Alexander-Murray Agreement to Provide Relief for Families, Stabilize Individual Markets 2017-10-25 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly: Pass Bipartisan Alexander-Murray Agreement to Provide Relief for Families, Stabilize Individual Markets Senator, who has long called for Republicans and Democrats to work together on health care and participated in bipartisan negotiation, speaks on Senate floor about his support for bipartisan deal Wednesday, October 25, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly spoke on the floor of the Senate today discussing why the Senate must act to pass the bipartisan health care deal announced recently by Senators Lamar Alexander (R-TN) and Patty Murray (D-WA). After participating in bipartisan meetings that led to the deal, Donnelly announced his support last week for the agreement, which would fund cost-sharing reduction (CSR) payments, which help lower consumers’ deductibles and co-pays, for two years. It would also include funding to help Americans navigate signing up for health insurance, which had been cut by the Administration, and enable more flexibility for states without undermining essential health benefits coverage or harming Hoosiers with pre-existing conditions.  To see Donnelly’s remarks, click the image above or click here. Donnelly said, in part, in his speech, “For years I have been calling on Democrats and Republicans to work together to improve the health care law… For the first time, we have legislation in the Senate that has broad bipartisan support and would improve issues with our health care system by stabilizing the individual marketplace and lowering premiums for Americans. “...There is no disputing a simple fact: The Administration’s actions created uncertainty for insurers, causing some to significantly raise rates and others to leave the market altogether. As a result, many Americans will be forced to pay more for health care plans through the individual marketplace. “…Over the past several months, I’ve engaged in bipartisan conversations and meetings with my colleagues to discuss ways we can partner together to stabilize … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-welcomes-hoosier-wwii-korean-war-veterans-on-ne-indiana-honor-flight-to-dc Donnelly Welcomes Hoosier WWII, Korean War Veterans on NE Indiana Honor Flight to D.C. 2017-10-25 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Welcomes Hoosier WWII, Korean War Veterans on NE Indiana Honor Flight to D.C. Wednesday, October 25, 2017 Washington, D.C. — Today, at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly greeted and thanked veterans from northeast and north central Indiana for their service. Nearly 85 veterans who fought in World War II and the Korean War visited Washington on the Northeast Indiana Honor Flight Network trip. Senator Donnelly greets Hoosier veterans visiting D.C. with the Northeast Indiana Honor Flight Network trip. For high resolution photos, click here.  The Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization created to honor America’s military heroes by sponsoring veterans’ trips to Washington, D.C., where they can visit and reflect at their memorials. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-support-for-bipartisan-bills-to-extend-funding-for-childrens-health-insurance-program-and-community-health-centers Donnelly Announces Support For Bipartisan Bills to Extend Funding for Children’s Health Insurance Program and Community Health Centers 2017-10-24 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Announces Support For Bipartisan Bills to Extend Funding for Children’s Health Insurance Program and Community Health Centers Senator pushed for reauthorization of both CHIP and Community Health Centers Fund before funding expired on September 30 Tuesday, October 24, 2017 Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today announced his support for the Keep Kids' Insurance Dependable and Secure (KIDS) Act of 2017 and Community Health Investment, Modernization, and Excellence Act of 2017, two bipartisan bills that would reauthorize funding for the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and the Community Health Centers Fund, which expired on September 30. Donnelly has long supported funding the CHIP program and has previously helped secure funding for Federally Qualified Community Health Centers in Indiana. Donnelly said, “Unfortunately partisan efforts to repeal health care delayed Congress from important work like reauthorizing funding for the CHIP program and community health centers. It is important that nearly 115,000 Hoosier children can continue to access quality health care through the CHIP program and community health centers across Indiana have the resources needed to keep serving Hoosiers. I am pleased to support these bipartisan bills and hope the Senate will consider them soon.”   On September 19, Donnelly joined a bipartisan group of Senators in urging reauthorization of the Community Health Centers Fund before the September 30, 2017 deadline in a letter to the Senate HELP Committee. The Community Health Centers Fund helps support more than 10,000 community health centers throughout the United States, including 19 federally qualified health centers in Indiana. Nationally, community health centers serve approximately 26 million patients per year. The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) was established in 1997 to provide health insurance for children and pregnant women with income that is just above Medicaid eligibility levels. There … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-national-ffa-convention-opening-in-indianapolis Donnelly Statement on National FFA Convention in Indianapolis 2017-10-23 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Statement on National FFA Convention in Indianapolis Monday, October 23, 2017 Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today welcomed the opening of the 90th National FFA Convention & Expo, which is set to begin Wednesday in Indianapolis. Donnelly, who serves on the Senate Agriculture Committee, said, “This year’s National FFA Convention will bring together some of our nation’s best and brightest young people to discuss the challenges and demands of providing the food and fuel needed to power Indiana and our country for generations to come. It is fitting that this year’s theme is ‘I Can. We Will.’ because individually our students have the skills and talent to succeed, and by joining together they can and achieve a lot for the future of agriculture. I am so proud of our Hoosier FFA members and look forward to continue working with them to promote agricultural education and leadership development.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/just-ask-joe-donnelly-assists-lafayette-resident-replace-lost-service-medals-for-her-brother Just Ask Joe: Donnelly Assists Lafayette Resident Replace Lost Service Medals for Her Brother 2017-10-20 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Just Ask Joe: Donnelly Assists Lafayette Resident Replace Lost Service Medals for Her Brother In latest installment of “Just Ask Joe,” resident details how Senator’s office helped replace military medals Friday, October 20, 2017 Granger, Ind. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today released the latest installment of his “Just Ask Joe” video series, which highlights the many services available to Hoosiers from his office. Susan Couk, a Lafayette resident, needed assistance in replacing medals for her brother’s service in the Air Force. Susan wanted to have the medals replaced so her brother, Otis Walter Stair, who served in Thailand during the Vietnam War as an air traffic controller, could have the medals he earned during his service. Susan contacted Donnelly’s office to secure her brother’s lost medals. Donnelly’s office reached out to the National Personnel Records Center to obtain a replacement set of all of Otis’ military medals. Within a month, Susan had her brother’s medals in hand, including Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Air Force Good Conduct, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Air Force Longevity Service Award Ribbon, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. To watch the “Just Ask Joe” video featuring Lafayette resident Susan Couk click here.  Donnelly encourages any Hoosier in need of assistance with a federal agency to contact his Indianapolis office at 317-226-5555. For more information about these and other services provided by Donnelly’s office—including federal casework, veterans’ resources, and applying for federal grants—please visit his website at www.donnelly.senate.gov/help. To see past installments of “Just Ask Joe,” click here. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/after-participating-in-bipartisan-effort-to-stabilize-health-care-markets-donnelly-adds-support-for-alexander-murray-effort After Participating in Bipartisan Effort to Stabilize Health Care Markets, Donnelly Adds Support for Alexander-Murray Effort 2017-10-19 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy After Participating in Bipartisan Effort to Stabilize Health Care Markets, Donnelly Adds Support for Alexander-Murray Effort Thursday, October 19, 2017 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced his support for the bipartisan agreement made by Senate HELP Committee Chairman Senator Lamar Alexander (R-TN) and Ranking member, Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) to help stabilize health care markets. The Alexander-Murray agreement would fund cost-sharing reduction (CSR) payments, which help lower consumers’ deductibles and co-pays, for two years. It would also include funding to help Americans navigate signing up for health insurance, which had been cut by the Administration. Donnelly, a cosponsor of the Alexander-Murray legislation, said, “I have long said that if we want to fix our health care system, we need to work together. This legislation, which would reduce costs for many Hoosiers, is the product of hard work from members on both sides of the aisle, and it’s an important step in providing much needed stability to the market. I’m proud to be part of the effort, and I will continue working with Republicans and Democrats to move this much-needed legislation forward.” Over the past several months, Donnelly has participated in bipartisan negotiations and listening sessions with health care experts, led by Alexander and Murray. Donnelly has repeatedly urged the Administration to commit to providing stability to health insurance markets and working together on bipartisan solutions to reduce health care costs, expand access to care, and strengthen the health care system.  Last Wednesday, Donnelly sent a letter to Hoosier Seema Verma — Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) — to reiterate that the Administration should do no harm and work on constructive, bipartisan efforts. This followed up on Donnelly’s previous unanswered letter to Verma on July 31, in which he urged the Administration to make a public commitment to continue CSR payments.… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/senate-agrees-with-donnelly-that-companies-shipping-american-jobs-abroad-should-lose-tax-breaks Senate Agrees with Donnelly that Companies Shipping American Jobs Abroad Should Lose Tax Breaks 2017-10-19 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Senate Agrees with Donnelly that Companies Shipping American Jobs Abroad Should Lose Tax Breaks Donnelly outsourcing amendment adopted in Senate budget process Thursday, October 19, 2017 Washington, D.C. – The Senate today agreed with U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly in affirming that companies that ship American jobs to foreign countries shouldn’t get tax breaks. Following a Donnelly speech on the Senate floor calling for support, the Senate unanimously adopted Donnelly’s amendment. A budget resolution is non-binding, but does serve as a blueprint and statement of congressional priorities. To see Donnelly’s remarks in the Senate, click the image above or click here.  Transcript of Donnelly’s speech in the Senate today: I rise today in support of the amendment I offered to address the outsourcing of American jobs. Currently, American companies that ship jobs to foreign countries can still claim massive tax breaks. That’s wrong and we should claw back incentives and prohibit companies from receiving tax breaks for outsourcing jobs. My End Outsourcing Amendment is common sense for taxpayers—supporting companies that invest in American workers, not those shipping jobs to foreign countries. I urge all of our colleagues to support my amendment. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-urges-president-to-follow-through-on-plan-to-declare-opioid-crisis-as-national-emergency-and-direct-significant-federal-resources-to-address-epidemic Donnelly Urges President to Follow Through on Plan to Declare Opioid Crisis as National Emergency and Direct Significant Federal Resources to Address Epidemic 2017-10-18 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Urges President to Follow Through on Plan to Declare Opioid Crisis as National Emergency and Direct Significant Federal Resources to Address Epidemic Senator sent letter to President again calling for action and expressing willingness to work together on comprehensive approach to address this epidemic Wednesday, October 18, 2017 Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly called on President Trump to follow through with his plan to declare the opioid crisis a national emergency. Donnelly sent a letter to Trump following up on the President’s announcement in August that he planned to declare the opioid epidemic a national emergency. Donnelly also urged him to direct significant federal resources to confront this epidemic devastating Indiana and communities across the country.   Donnelly wrote, in part, “In order to stem the tide of this epidemic, we need to take significant actions at the federal, state, and local levels. We do not have time to waste, as we are already years behind in this fight… I was encouraged when you indicated in August that you planned to declare the opioid epidemic a national emergency, because I believe you understand the seriousness of this crisis. I urge you to follow through with your plans to direct significant federal resources towards this issue. To that end, I stand ready to work with you and your Administration on a comprehensive approach to addressing the opioid epidemic that includes prevention, treatment, recovery, and enforcement strategies.” Over the past several years, as Indiana has been devastated by these public health crises, Donnelly has actively fought for both new efforts to help with prevention, treatment, and recovery and the funding necessary to support those programs. Several of Donnelly’s provisions were signed into law, and he successfully advocated and continues to advocate for funding that would expand prevention and treatment programs. The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) and the… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/icymi-donnelly-to-help-negotiate-final-national-defense-bill ICYMI: Donnelly To Help Negotiate Final National Defense Bill 2017-10-17 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy ICYMI: Donnelly To Help Negotiate Final National Defense Bill Senate-passed NDAA includes Senator’s North Korea strategy measure, support for robust missile defense programs and provisions for new military projects in Indiana Tuesday, October 17, 2017 Washington, D.C. – Today U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly was named to the Senate conference committee that will help negotiate a final national defense bill with the U.S. House of Representatives. Last month, the Senate overwhelmingly passed the bipartisan national defense bill which includes Donnelly’s measure requiring the Department of Defense bring to Congress a clear, comprehensive strategy to confront the threat posed by North Korea. The conference committee now will work to reconcile differences between the Senate and House bills. The NDAA has been signed into law the last 55 consecutive years. The national defense bill includes a number of provisions and efforts led by Donnelly to recognize and support critical contributions that Hoosiers make to national security and, at Donnelly’s request, includes $8.5 billion for missile defense system upgrades. Donnelly, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said following Senate passage of NDAA last month, “The security threat posed by North Korea is real and increasing. The Senate-passed defense bill includes my critical amendment requiring a comprehensive strategy for confronting the North Korean threat. This bipartisan bill would help keep our nation safe, while providing our servicemembers at home and abroad with the tools they need to fight and win on the battlefield and come home safely. And this legislation would support Indiana’s critical role in our national defense and support the Hoosier men and women who serve in uniform.” NORTH KOREA, MISSILE DEFENSE, & NUCLEAR NON-PROLIFERATION Strategy Addressing the North Korean Threat: The bill includes Donnelly’s amendment that would require the Department of Defense to bring to Congress, within 90 days… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/sen-donnelly-announces-787000-award-for-pike-co-entrepreneurship-and-technology-center Sen. Donnelly announces $787,000 award for Pike Co. Entrepreneurship & Technology Center 2017-10-16 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Sen. Donnelly announces $787,000 award for Pike Co. Entrepreneurship & Technology Center Monday, October 16, 2017 US Senator Joe Donnelly (D-IN) announced on Monday that Pike County Progress Partners has been awarded federal funding to help support the construction of an Entrepreneurship & Technology Center in Pike County. The award amounts to $787,000. The new center will provide a modern business incubator that offers co-working space, prototyping capabilities, and essential equipment for start-up businesses. Sen. Donnelly wrote a letter of support for the award: “I was proud to help Pike County Progress Partners secure this significant federal investment for a new Entrepreneurship & Technology Center. This funding will provide residents in Pike County and southwest Indiana with a new center where students, entrepreneurs, and start-ups can access training and a co-working space. This center will also create an innovative environment for developing ideas and launching new businesses.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-economic-development-award-for-entrepreneurship-and-technology-center-in-pike-county Donnelly Announces Economic Development Award for Entrepreneurship & Technology Center in Pike County 2017-10-16 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Announces Economic Development Award for Entrepreneurship & Technology Center in Pike County Senator supported Pike County Progress Partners’ application for federal funding for new co-working space and training facility Monday, October 16, 2017 Indianapolis, Ind. – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced that, with his support, Pike County Progress Partners, Inc., has been awarded significant federal funding—a $787,000 award—from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) to help support the construction of an Entrepreneurship & Technology Center in Pike County. The new center will provide a modern business incubator that offers co-working space, prototyping capabilities, and essential equipment for start-up businesses. In addition, Indianapolis Power & Light will operate a dedicated training space within the center to provide electrical training for high school students from southwest Indiana.   Donnelly, who wrote a letter of support for the federal award, said, “I was proud to help Pike County Progress Partners secure this significant federal investment for a new Entrepreneurship & Technology Center. This funding will provide residents in Pike County and southwest Indiana with a new center where students, entrepreneurs, and start-ups can access training and a co-working space. This center will also create an innovative environment for developing ideas and launching new businesses.” Ashley Willis, Executive Director of the Pike County Economic Development Corp. said, “Pike County is grateful for Senator Donnelly’s support for the Entrepreneurship & Technology Center, as he was instrumental in strengthening our regional workforce with training, innovation and cutting-edge technology. With the federal support, Pike County will transform the workforce initiatives across southwest Indiana and develop the entrepreneurial spirit with the resources of the co-working and maker space.” Lisa Gehlhausen, Executive Director of Indi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-young-host-neller-at-crane Photos: Senators Donnelly and Young Host Marine Corps Commandant at Crane 2017-10-16 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Photos: Senators Donnelly and Young Host Marine Corps Commandant at Crane Monday, October 16, 2017 Bloomington, Ind. – U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young hosted United States Marine Corps Commandant and member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Robert Neller at Crane Naval Surface Warfare Center and Crane Army Ammunition Activity on Friday. General Neller received briefings on Crane’s innovative work in the areas of expeditionary warfare, electronic warfare, nuclear security, and ammunition logistics. Donnelly, who serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee said, “It was a privilege to host Marine Commandant General Neller at Crane. Crane is one of our nation’s most critical military laboratories, and I am pleased the Commandant could see firsthand the incredible work Hoosiers do every day at Crane to support our service members and protect our national security. I will continue working to ensure our military leaders take full advantage of these hardworking Hoosiers and help Crane grow its mission.” “I was proud to host the Commandant of the United States Marine Corps at Crane Naval Surface Warfare Center and Crane Army Ammunition Activity. General Neller was impressed by the skilled workforce at Crane and all they do for the Marine Corps, the Department of Defense, and our national security,” said Young. “The Commandant’s visit will help ensure that Crane and its workforce continue to play an essential role in supporting our warfighters for decades to come.” The visit comes on the heels of Senate passage of its version of the Fiscal Year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act. The Senate-passed version includes a Senator Young amendment that would provide a boost to Crane. Senator Donnelly served as a cosponsor of the amendment. The Senate-passed NDAA also includes a Donnelly-led measure that would fully fund a new $24 million shipping and receiving facility at Crane Army Ammunition Activity. In February, Senators Young and Donnelly invited General Neller to… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-administrations-decision-to-end-critical-health-care-payments Donnelly Statement on Administration’s Decision to End Critical Health Care Payments 2017-10-13 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Statement on Administration’s Decision to End Critical Health Care Payments Friday, October 13, 2017 Indianapolis, Ind. —U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement after the Administration announced it will end important Cost Sharing Reduction (CSR) payments that help lower consumers’ deductibles and co-pays. Non-partisan experts estimated that cutting off these payments would cause premiums to rise 15-20 percent. The announcement on CSR payments comes on the heels of the Administration’s executive order yesterday that also could harm Hoosiers and further destabilize the individual marketplace. Donnelly said, “The Administration’s decision to end critical cost-sharing payments is part of an ongoing effort to undermine access to affordable health care. We need to fix the health care system, not make it worse. We should all agree that we want more accessible and affordable health care, and the way to achieve that is by working together. This is about the health and financial well-being of families in Indiana and across the country, and I remain committed to working with Republicans and Democrats to improve health care.” Donnelly has repeatedly urged the Administration to commit to providing stability to health insurance markets and working together on bipartisan solutions to reduce health care costs, expand access to care, and strengthen the health care system. On Wednesday, Donnelly sent a letter to Hoosier Seema Verma — Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) — to reiterate that the Administration should do no harm and work on constructive, bipartisan efforts. This followed up on Donnelly’s previous unanswered letter to Verma on July 31, in which he urged the Administration to make a public commitment to continue CSR payments. Donnelly’s efforts came after repeated actions by the Administration to undermine the health care system, which have resulted in premiums rising by an average of 20 percent for Hoosiers on … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/companion-to-indiana-senators-law-enforcement-mental-health-bill-clears-house-committee Companion to Indiana Senators’ Law Enforcement Mental Health Bill Clears House Committee 2017-10-12 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Companion to Indiana Senators’ Law Enforcement Mental Health Bill Clears House Committee Senate passed Donnelly-Young bipartisan bill in May; full House must pass bill before being signed into law Thursday, October 12, 2017 Indianapolis, Ind. — Today, U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Todd Young (R-IN) welcomed news that the House companion bill to their Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act passed the Judiciary Committee in the House of Representatives. Congresswoman Susan Brooks (IN-05) introduced the bipartisan companion to Donnelly and Young’s legislation. In May, the Senate unanimously passed the bipartisan Donnelly-Young bill. It must now pass the U.S. House of Representatives before it can go to the President’s desk to be signed into law. Donnelly and Young said, “Following today’s action, we are hopeful the full House will quickly pass our legislation to improve law enforcement mental health services, so it can be signed into law. We are proud to partner with our friend Congresswoman Brooks on the bipartisan Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act, which would help ensure our officers have access to mental health services as they continue to serve and protect our communities every day.” The Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act would help law enforcement agencies establish or enhance mental health services for their officers. It would make grants available to initiate peer mentoring pilot programs, direct the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services to develop resources for mental health providers based on the specific mental health challenges faced by law enforcement, and support law enforcement officers by studying the effectiveness of crisis hotlines and annual mental health checks. It would also direct the Departments of Defense (DoD), Justice, and Veterans Affairs (VA) to confer about existing DoD and VA mental health practices and services that could be adopted by law enforcement agencies. The legislation… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-statement-on-administrations-health-care-executive-order_ Donnelly Statement on Administration’s Health Care Executive Order 2017-10-12 2017 2017-10 Democrat House IN Joe Donnelly D000607 www.donnelly.senate.gov     legacy Donnelly Statement on Administration’s Health Care Executive Order Thursday, October 12, 2017 Indianapolis, Ind. —U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement after the Administration today announced a health care executive order. Donnelly said, “The President has said all along that it’s his goal for our health care system to explode, and for the last 10 months the Administration has actively worked to undermine the law at every turn. My top priority is to stabilize the insurance markets, and the best way to do that is to work together to strengthen the health care law.  I’m very concerned that the continued desire to push partisan or go-it-alone plans will have the opposite effect, causing many Hoosiers to pay even more for their health care.” On Wednesday, Donnelly again called for the Administration to commit to providing stability to health insurance markets and working together on bipartisan solutions to reduce health care costs, expand access to care, and strengthen the health care system.  Following up on his previous and unanswered letter to Hoosier Seema Verma —Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) — Donnelly wrote to Verma Wednesday, reiterating that the Administration should do no harm and work on constructive, bipartisan efforts. He urged the Administration to make a public commitment to continue Cost Sharing Reduction payments in a letter on July 31 to Verma, whom he partnered with to establish Indiana’s bipartisan HIP 2.0 program through the health care law.  Donnelly’s letter came after repeated efforts by the Administration to undermine the health care system, which have resulted in premiums rising by an average of 20 percent for Hoosiers on the individual health care marketplace. In particular, several insurance companies that offer coverage to Hoosiers, including two that left the market, cited uncertainty as it relates to the Administration’s refusal to commit to making CSR payments, as a key reason for in… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z

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