url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/youngs-pacific-islands-embassies-act-becomes-law/,Young’s Pacific Islands Embassies Act Becomes Law,2022-12-28,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Pacific Islands Embassy Act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill aimed at countering the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) through increased American diplomacy in the Pacific, is now law. The legislation establishes physical U.S. Embassies on the Pacific Island nations of the Solomon Islands, Kiribati, and Tonga, and authorizes expanded physical presence on Vanuatu to reinforce American leadership in the Pacific region. U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) were the Senate sponsors of the bill. This legislation was included as an amendment to the FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act, which was signed into law on December 23, 2022. “The Indo-Pacific is a region of active competition with China, and our Pacific Island partners are especially vulnerable to Chinese coercion. This new law will strengthen our diplomatic presence in the region and signal our resolve to our partners and allies,” said Senator Young.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-issues-statement-omnibus-vote-0,Rep. Spartz Issues Statement on Omnibus Vote,2022-12-23,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) issued the following statement on the $1.7 trillion omnibus spending bill vote: “The wasteful omnibus bill passed by the House today saddles the next generation of Americans with more untold debt—all while failing to address the most pressing issues we face: an out-of-control border crisis, record-high inflation, and energy security. It’s unfortunate that Senate Republican leadership cut a deal with House Democrats and gave away leverage of the incoming Republican majority in the House. Therefore, I voted no,” said Rep. Spartz. “Democrats are also playing politics with the situation in Ukraine by throwing in $9 billion in important security assistance funding within a much larger spending package full of left-wing pet projects – one that most Republicans cannot, in good conscience, support, instead of having a stand-alone package to show strong bipartisan support of Ukraine.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-spartz-publishes-op-ed-hill-hospital-monopolies-are-destroying-health,ICYMI… Spartz Publishes Op-Ed in The Hill: Hospital Monopolies Are Destroying Health Care Value,2022-12-22,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) published an op-ed for The Hill describing the hospital consolidation crisis which is engulfing our country. … In the op-ed, Rep. Spartz wrote, “The hospital merger trend has reached untold heights, with over 1,500 mergers in the past 20 years... This lack of competition has significant consequences for patients. Hospitals in highly concentrated markets charge higher prices for medical services and negotiate higher prices from health insurance providers, resulting in higher insurance premiums. … In my home state of Indiana, 91 percent of the hospital market is controlled by the largest hospital systems and over half of physicians are directly employed by the largest three hospital systems. As a result, Indiana has the 4th highest hospital facility prices in the country… Hospitals will argue that consolidation allows them to achieve economies of scale and thus provide better quality and more coordinated care to patients, but recent studies by Rice University and Harvard University suggest otherwise. In fact, a 2019 New York Times article by health economist Austin Frakt argues that rates of mortality increase when competition falls. Hence, not only is consolidation increasing the price of care, but it could be a matter of life or death for patients. … The federal government created this hospital monopoly problem, so we now have two choices — either we restore competition by eliminating monopoly protections, or we form a complete monopoly — a full government takeover of health care. I prefer the former and have introduced legislation to remove barriers to competition and make health care more affordable for all Americans.” Rep. Spartz introduced a legislative package this year aimed at removing barriers to competition and making health care more affordable for all Americans. The legislative texts can be viewed HERE and HERE. The full op-ed can be viewed HERE. For more information, please visit Spartz.House.Gov. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartzs-war-crimes-bill-passes-both-chambers-heads-presidents-desk,"Spartz's War Crimes Bill Passes Both Chambers, Heads to President’s Desk",2022-12-22,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act, led by Reps. Victoria Spartz (IN-05), David Cicilline (RI-01), Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and Patrick Leahy (D-VT). This bipartisan, bicameral legislation passed the Senate by unanimous consent earlier this week. “War criminals should never be able to escape justice in the United States,” said Rep. Spartz. “I was proud to co-lead this bipartisan, bicameral legislation with Rep. Cicilline and I am grateful to my colleagues for voting to close this loophole for good.” If enacted, the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act would close a loophole in the federal statute to enable prosecution of war criminals who commit atrocities against non-U.S. citizens overseas. Currently, aliens who commit war crimes abroad could be immune to prosecution on U.S. soil, effectively giving them safe haven in the United States. This legislation would ensure that all war crimes are prosecutable under our law. “We cannot allow the United States to be a safe haven for war criminals to avoid accountability. With this legislation, we will ensure that any person present in the United States, regardless of nationality, can be brought to justice for their brutal, unwarranted, and illegal human rights violations committed under the guise of war. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation finally negates the ‘get out of jail free card’ that has existed in our judicial system for far too long,” said Rep. Cicilline. Following the House and Senate’s unanimous passage of this legislation this week, the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act will head to the President’s desk for signature.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-introduce-bill-to-help-small-businesses-grow-and-expand/,"Young, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Help Small Businesses Grow and Expand",2022-12-22,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), and Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) introduced the Solving the Unnecessary Contracting Cliff for Enterprises to Scale Successfully (SUCCESS) Act, bipartisan legislation to encourage the growth of small construction and engineering businesses as they compete in the federal marketplace. After hearing from constituent employers about the “contracting cliff” that was impacting their ability to compete, I am pleased to introduce the SUCCESS Act,” said Senator Young. “This bill will pilot a way for advanced small businesses to bridge the gap when growing from a small company to what is referred to as an “other-than-small” business in federal contracting terms. Removing barriers for job creators is an important way to increase the competitiveness of our industrial base.” Under current regulations, federal contractors transitioning from “small” to “other-than-small” status are ineligible for set-aside contracts, throwing newly-minted mid-sized firms into head-to-head competition against multinational conglomerates in highly concentrated sectors. Consequently, some small businesses are dissuaded from growing and expanding their operations, should they then be ineligible for certain federal contracts. This often applies even to companies that had previously been capable of fulfilling these contracts. Typically referred to as the “contracting cliff,” this problem means there are very few mid-sized competitors within the federal marketplace, which, when combined with fewer new businesses in the market, has contributed to an existential shrinking of the industrial base. The SUCCESS Act would allow small businesses within the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Codes 236220 (commercial and institutional building construction) or 541330 (engineering services) to elect to participate in a seven-year pilot program upon outgrowing their NAICS size standard, which would qualify them as “small” for federal contracts above a certain dollar threshold. To complete the program, participating firms would need to certify that they have met applicable activity targets and complied with certain restrictions to protect the smallest of small businesses. “As a small business federal contractor, it never really made sense to try to grow the business beyond small business status. A 2019 GAO report confirmed this reality, noting only 2.5% of small business federal contractors that outgrow their size standard successfully transition to the next levels. This transitioning initiative paves the way for a meaningful level of growth to enable companies in Indiana and across the country to remain viable at the next size level of federal government contracting. Our thanks to Senator Young for understanding the issues and putting forth thoughtful legislation that dramatically improves our odds of success,” said Luke Leising, President of Indianapolis-based Guidon Design. “We should all be concerned with the shrinking defense industrial base and its adverse impact on the economy and our national security. This transitioning initiative gives federal contractor owners in Indiana and throughout the United States a real chance to take our companies to the next level – to not only grow and remain competitive in the federal contracting market, but also to help grow the economy and strengthen our defense industrial base. Many thanks to Senator Young for acknowledging these challenges and sponsoring this legislation, which will have direct and meaningful impact in each of these areas,” said Mercedes Enrique, President of Bargersville-based CMS Corporation. U.S. Representatives Andy Barr (R-KY-06), Jason Crow (D-CO-06), and Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-MO-03) introduced the House companion version of the bill today.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-joins-efforts-to-ensure-accountability-from-fcc-on-broadband-mapping/,Young Joins Efforts to Ensure Accountability from FCC on Broadband Mapping,2022-12-22,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, joined a bipartisan group of colleagues in sending a letter to Jessica Rosenworcel, Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), to ensure the FCC’s national broadband maps satisfy the goals of the Broadband DATA Act and provide a reliable depiction of broadband availability across the nation. “We have heard from constituents, state and local governments, and service providers alike of continuing concerns about the accuracy of the map, ranging from persistent issues with missing or incorrect serviceable locations to potentially overstated claims of coverage by providers,” the senators wrote. “To ensure the map can be used for decisions about where to direct tens of billions of dollars for broadband deployment, it is critical that these issues be examined and addressed in a systematic and thorough manner.” “We recognize that these steps will require more work now in ensuring all serviceable locations are represented and in sorting through challenges as to the availability of service and to the underlying Fabric data,” the senators continued. “But these processes must not be short-cut or millions of Americans in need of broadband risk being short-changed.” Senator Young joined Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), and Jon Tester (D-Mont.) in signing the letter. To ensure accountability and accuracy, the senators’ letter asks the FCC to: Work with stakeholders to make sure that all serviceable locations are represented on the map. Update the Fabric more than twice each year. Make sure that providers are held accountable for their reports if they are found to have overreported coverage. Ensure that its crowdsourcing process works effectively and promptly in response to parties filing robust testing data regarding performance of services that are available. Full text of the letter is available here and below: Dear Chairwoman Rosenworcel, We write today to highlight important next steps in ensuring that the national broadband map being developed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ultimately satisfies the goals of the Broadband DATA Act and provides a reliable depiction of broadband availability across the country. As an initial matter, we appreciate the efforts of you, your colleagues on the FCC, and the FCC staff in seeking to develop a nationwide Fabric that identifies serviceable locations and in amassing data detailing the level of broadband service available to each of them. We appreciate that this has involved the creation of a new means of capturing and presenting such data, and we are pleased that the public can now view a preliminary version of the map reflecting initial location estimates and initial service coverage reports from providers. But for all of the work done to date, as you and others have noted on multiple occasions, this is an “iterative” process. We have heard from constituents, state and local governments, and service providers alike of continuing concerns about the accuracy of the map, ranging from persistent issues with missing or incorrect serviceable locations to potentially overstated claims of coverage by providers. To ensure the map can be used for decisions about where to direct tens of billions of dollars for broadband deployment, it is critical that these issues be examined and addressed in a systematic and thorough manner. Accountability and accuracy must be paramount moving forward. A more granular map will be of little use if there is little confidence in the results and if providers are not accountable for reporting accurately. We encourage you therefore to work with stakeholders of all kinds to make sure that all serviceable locations are in fact represented on the map, such as by making it relatively simple for adjustments to be made to the Fabric. We also recommend that the Fabric be updated more than twice each year and that such updates, especially when adding new locations, also enable the identification of the locations as served or not. Similarly, we encourage you to make sure that providers are accountable for their reports – not just after the fact if they are found to have overreported coverage, but on the front end even prior to the map being finalized. This is especially important precisely because choices as to how billions of broadband dollars will be spent or not will turn on these claims. We therefore ask, for example, that you not allow a provider to claim coverage at locations where challengers can demonstrate they have tried to request service and been told the service is unavailable or cannot be delivered within 10 business days. Likewise, if a challenger submits robust testing data or publicly available coverage data indicating that a provider’s signals cannot in fact be received at a given location as promised, this should disqualify the provider from claiming to serve that location. In addition, the Commission should ensure that its crowdsourcing process works effectively and promptly in response to parties filing robust testing data regarding performance of services that are available. We recognize that these steps will require more work now in ensuring all serviceable locations are represented and in sorting through challenges as to the availability of service and to the underlying Fabric data. But these processes must not be short-cut or millions of Americans in need of broadband risk being short-changed. Thank you again for your work thus far in developing the map and for your attention to this letter. We look forward to continuing to work with you to promote accountability on the part of reporting providers and to ensure that we are working from a map that is both granular and accurate in making responsible decisions about distributing valuable taxpayer resources for broadband deployment.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-supports-boost-for-national-defense-in-annual-government-funding-package/,Young Supports Boost for National Defense in Annual Government Funding Package,2022-12-22,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) voted in favor of H.R. 2617, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, a package that rebalances America’s priorities and adheres to the Republican framework for appropriations negotiations – an increase for defense funding, a significant reduction for non-defense funding, preservation of all legacy policy riders including the Hyde Amendment, and no partisan poison pills. The bill includes a 10% increase in defense funding, a military pay raise, a down payment for implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act, critical assistance for Ukraine, and funding for the federal government for Fiscal Year 2023. The legislation passed the Senate 68-29. “This legislation provides our Armed Forces with increased resources and the certainty needed to address threats to our national security while also cutting the Biden Administration’s wasteful non-defense budget request by more than half,” said Senator Young. “I’m also pleased the bill includes a down payment for implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act, another priority important to our national security. “While I’m disappointed in the process and there are many things in this package that I don’t support, there is no feasible alternative method for getting this critical funding for defense. Going forward, I will continue to advocate for a return to regular order for government funding through passing a budget and then passing the twelve annual spending bills individually. However, that requires cooperation from members who often like to unreasonably slow progress on bills that have no chance of being signed into law.” Senator Young priorities included in the bill: Emergency Savings Act, introduced by Senators Young and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) to facilitate convenient and affordable access to workplace emergency savings accounts, helping families create stable emergency savings for unforeseen expenses, while keeping retirement accounts intact for the future. Special Needs Trust Improvement Act, authored by Senators Young and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) to give families greater flexibility in choosing the remainder beneficiary of trusts established for a loved one with a disability or chronic illness. Electoral Count Reform Act, bipartisan legislation cosponsored by Senator Young to reform and modernize the 1887 Electoral Count Act, which governs the joint session of Congress in which each state’s electoral votes are counted in accordance with the Twelfth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Manufacturing.gov Act, to revamp the manufacturing.gov website, and establish a single hub for information and questions relating to federal manufacturing programs. This legislation, introduced by Senators Young and Gary Peters (D-Mich.), is the result of a 2017 report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office which found that the federal government maintains 58 different manufacturing programs across 11 federal agencies. Extension of telehealth services under Medicare for two years, which builds on Senator Young’s Telehealth Extension and Evaluation Act to ensure seniors continue to benefit from important remote health care services. Funding for the following programs Senator Young supports was also included:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/youngs-bipartisan-data-mapping-to-save-moms-lives-act-signed-into-law/,Young’s Bipartisan Data Mapping to Save Moms’ Lives Act Signed into Law,2022-12-21,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), and Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) applauded news that President Biden has signed their bipartisan Data Mapping to Save Moms’ Lives Act into law. The legislation would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to identify areas where high rates of poor maternal health outcomes overlap with lack of access to broadband services in order to pinpoint where telehealth services can be most effective. “Unfortunately, Indiana has one of the worst maternal mortality rates in the country. I’m glad the President has now signed our Data Mapping to Save Moms’ Lives Act into law to improve the lives of Hoosier mothers and families. This new law will identify where high maternal mortality rates coincide with lack of broadband services to help ensure these regions have access to the life-saving telehealth services that pregnant women need for better care,” said Senator Young. “I am proud to have worked in a bipartisan way to pass this critical law that will help better target where telemedicine improvements will be most effective to improve outcomes for expectant mothers and save lives,” said Senator Rosen. “The Data Mapping to Save Moms’ Lives law will go a long way towards improving maternal health outcomes for women in Nevada and across the country.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-solidify-us-position-regarding-the-tibet-china-conflict/,"Young, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Solidify U.S. Position Regarding the Tibet-China Conflict",2022-12-20,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at promoting a resolution to the ongoing Tibet-China conflict. The legislation reaffirms Tibetans’ right to self-determination as a people and clarifies that current Chinese government refusal to engage in meaningful negotiations over the unresolved conflict fails to meet U.S. government expectations. “The Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) aggression towards Tibet is self-serving, with negotiations on the CCP’s terms. We must refresh U.S. policy towards Tibet, and push for negotiations that advance freedoms for the Tibetan people and peaceful resolution to the CCP’s conflict with the Dalai Lama,”said Senator Young. “This bill demonstrates America’s resolve that the CCP’s status quo – both in Tibet and elsewhere – is not acceptable.” “America’s values supporting freedom and self-determination for all people must be at the center of all of our actions and relationships around the world—especially as the Chinese government pushes an alternative vision,” said Senator Merkley. “This legislation makes clear that the United States views the Tibet-China conflict as unresolved and that the people of Tibet deserve a say in how they are governed. It sends a clear message to the People’s Republic of China: we expect meaningful negotiations over Tibet’s status and do not view current Chinese government actions as meeting those expectations.” “The Tibetan people, who have sought nothing more than good faith negotiations to resolve Tibet’s political status, have long been subjected to brutal persecution and their culture relentlessly attacked by the Chinese Government,” said Senator Leahy. “This bill reaffirms that Tibet has never been part of China, and that U.S. support for the right of the Tibetan people to self-determination is unwavering.” The Chinese government’s human rights violations in Tibet have continued despite international calls to negotiate a meaningful, lasting, and peaceful resolution. The Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Conflict Act will help to clarify America’s position that it considers the People’s Republic of China’s rule in Tibet as unresolved in the absence of an agreement with Tibetan leadership based on negotiation, not subjugation. The Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Conflict Act will: Make it official U.S. policy that the conflict between Tibet and China is unresolved and that Tibet’s legal status remains to be determined under international law. Recognize that Tibetans have a right to self-determination—and that China’s policies preclude them from exercising that right. Fault China for failing to meet expectations of participating in dialogue with the Dalai Lama or his representatives. Reject as “historically false” China’s claim that Tibet has been part of China since ancient times. Empower the Office of the Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues to counter Communist Party disinformation about the history of Tibet, the Tibetan people, and Tibetan institutions, including His Holiness the Dalai Lama. “The fact that this bill has now been introduced on a bipartisan, bicameral basis demonstrates the American people’s broad support for His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan cause. The people of the United States want justice and human rights in Tibet, and the Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Conflict Act is a vital step toward achieving that goal through peaceful dialogue between the two sides. ICT thanks Sens. Merkley, Young and Leahy for their leadership in introducing the bill today, and we look forward to working with them to make this bill law,” The International Campaign for Tibet said. This bill is the Senate companion bill to H.R. 8365, introduced in the House by Representatives Jim McGovern (D-MA-02) and Michael McCaul (R-TX-10).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-sends-letter-fbi-director-wray-formally-requesting-investigation,Spartz Sends Letter to FBI Director Wray Formally Requesting Investigation,2022-12-19,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz sent a letter to FBI Director Christopher Wray formally requesting an investigation into potential attempts to interfere with her election and threats against a U.S. government official. As a result of the Congresswoman’s letters sent to the Biden Administration this summer requesting better briefings, oversight and accountability to Congress and the American people on the financial and security assistance to Ukraine for the sake of the heroic Ukrainian people and our strategic interest, some progress has been made. However, these letters have also prompted vicious personal attacks and baseless allegations from some members of the Ukrainian government, including through the almost fully government-controlled Ukrainian media. Congresswoman Spartz believes that some recent developments in Ukraine pose additional threats and require an investigation by our agencies. See the letter below and billboard images with Rep. Spartz’s official congressional photo, name and the following statement: “Our president has to purge Russian FSB agents in any kind of office” installed in Khmelnitsky region of Ukraine. “An attack on a U.S. Representative in the course of performing her constitutional duties is an attack on the American people and requires serious consideration,” Rep. Spartz said. The full letter text can be found here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-announce-senate-passage-of-bipartisan-legislation-to-support-fish-and-wildlife-restoration-in-the-great-lakes/,"Young, Colleagues Announce Senate Passage of Bipartisan Legislation to Support Fish and Wildlife Restoration in the Great Lakes",2022-12-19,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), and Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) announced that the Senate passed their bipartisan legislation to support fish and wildlife restoration in the Great Lakes. The Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Reauthorization Act reauthorizes critical resources to conserve and protect fish and wildlife populations in the Great Lakes. The bill will now head to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “Many Americans across the country consider the Great Lakes to be a crown jewel of North America,” said Senator Young. “Reauthorizing the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act will provide the critical resources necessary to revive habitats across the Great Lakes Basin.” “The Great Lakes are a major part of Minnesotans’ way of life, providing clean drinking water, fish and wildlife habitat, and opportunities for outdoor recreation,” said Senator Klobuchar. “Our bipartisan legislation will provide resources to protect fish and wildlife, combat threats such as invasive species, and help ensure Minnesotans can safely enjoy the Great Lakes for years to come. Now that this bill has passed the Senate, I look forward to seeing it swiftly signed into law.” “I applaud the Senate for passing the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act, which helps protect Lake Erie by delivering resources to Ohio and the Great Lakes region to address the greatest threats to our fish and wildlife — threats like invasive species and habitat degradation,” said Senator Portman. “By reauthorizing this program through FY 2027, we are providing the Fish and Wildlife Service with the resources it needs to protect our Lakes and preserve our environment for generations to come. I look forward to it being sent to the president’s desk for his signature shortly.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-votes-to-support-troops-modernize-response-to-global-threats/,"Young Votes to Support Troops, Modernize Response to Global Threats",2022-12-16,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Last night, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bill passed the Senate 83-11 and will now head to the President’s desk to be signed into law. The NDAA is the annual legislative vehicle that authorizes all programs and spending for the Department of Defense (DoD). Young, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate and Marine who serves on the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, worked on provisions of the legislation that will modernize our military and respond to threats from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). “At a time of increasing threats and heightened national security challenges, this critical bill takes big steps in putting the United States on a better trajectory to out-compete the Chinese Communist Party, invest in a 21st Century Arsenal of Democracy, and provide our brave men and women in uniform with the support they deserve. “Xi Jinping and the Chinese Communist Party are telegraphing their regional and global ambitions, and this bill will help us better deter and defend against the CCP’s increasingly aggressive behavior, including through Senate Foreign Relations Committee provisions incorporated in the bill to reinforce the security of Taiwan. “Finally, I am glad that the bill contains a consensus, bipartisan version of the BURMA Act, which will support the Burmese people in their time of need, push the Administration to impose new sanctions on those committing horrific human rights abuses, and ensure that the whole of the U.S. government is working together to restore democracy in Burma. I am grateful for the continued work and advocacy of Indiana’s Burmese community on this important issue,” said Senator Young. As passed, the NDAA provides our troops a 4.6 percent pay increase and proposes a 12 percent increase over last year’s military budget, which will help support our military during the worst inflation in decades. The bill also makes critical investments in our nation’s industrial base to ensure that our military is equipped for future fights and to backfill the supply of munitions that have been provided to Ukraine to defend against Russia’s invasion. Senator Young secured a number of key priorities in the legislation. Senator Young’s provisions in the NDAA: The retirement of Air Force A-10 fighter jets will clear the way for the 122nd Fighter Wing in Fort Wayne to transition to the F-16 fighter, better equipping it for future fights and ensuring the Wing is well-positioned for future decisions regarding the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. Bipartisan Burma provisions will support the efforts of the National Unity Government to reform Burma’s constitution, support the restoration of the legitimate government, and hold the Burmese military and its international backersaccountable for their crimes. Hypersonic weapon research reporting requirements build upon a proposal submitted by Senator Young to the Armed Services Committee that will ensure thatacademic and private-sector partners are not overlooked in the DOD’s efforts to field an effective hypersonic weapon. Indiana is a national leader in this research, through entities like Purdue University, the University of Notre Dame, and Rolls-Royce.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=290,"Baird Applauds Fair Oaks Farms, LLC and Lake States Dairy Center, Inc Investment through the Jasper Newton Foundation in Childhood Education",2022-12-15,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,James R. Baird,B001307,baird.house.gov,baird,https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C.— Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement in support of local business’ investment in early childhood education: “Education is essential to creating opportunities and laying a foundation for success for the next generation of Hoosiers,” said Congressman Baird. “Partnerships between local businesses like Fair Oaks Farms, LLC, Lake States Dairy Center, Inc, and the local government gives Jasper and Newton County families the resources they desperately need to provide access to quality childcare and early education, and I applaud their efforts to serve our community on such an impactful level.” Background: The Jasper Newton Foundation is partnering with Fair Oaks Farms, LLC and Lake States Dairy Center, Inc to bring $150,000 in funding to increase the access and availability of high-quality early childhood education classroom opportunities in Jasper and Newton Counties which will increase the number of classroom seats in both counties over the next three years.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-lead-letter-against-mexicos-proposed-ban-on-genetically-engineered-corn/,"Young, Colleagues Lead Letter Against Mexico’s Proposed Ban on Genetically Engineered Corn",2022-12-15,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), and a bipartisan group of senators sent a letter to the United States Trade Representative (USTR) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) expressing concern over Mexico’s efforts to ban U.S. genetically engineered corn. In 2020, Mexican President Lopez Obrador issued a presidential decree that Mexico would phase out the use of genetically modified corn by 2024. Such an action is unsupported by science and would run afoul of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement (USMCA). “These actions are unsupported by science and a breach of USMCA. It would be detrimental to food security in Mexico, hurt U.S. agricultural sustainability, and stifle future agricultural technology innovations that would benefit both nations. While we appreciate the efforts of USTR and USDA to resolve this issue by engaging with Mexican officials, we also encourage the administration to consider all options available in an effort to hold Mexico to their trade commitments including pursuing a dispute settlement process through USMCA,” the senators wrote in their letter. Additional cosigners of the letter include U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-Ark.), Debbie Stabebow (D-Mich.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Michael Rounds (R-S.D.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), John Thune (R-S.D.), and Rob Portman (R-Ohio).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=289,Baird Votes Against Congressional Democrats’ Temporary Funding Bill,2022-12-14,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,James R. Baird,B001307,baird.house.gov,baird,https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C.— Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) issued the following statement on Congressional Democrats’ temporary funding measure: “This short stop-gap funding bill—which expires next week— falls woefully short of what Americans deserve and is yet another reminder of Congressional Democrats’ failure to govern responsibly,” said Congressman Baird. “The American people need certainty amid soaring inflation rates eating away at their savings, not another 11th hour attempt by Congressional Democrats to narrowly avert a government shutdown. We simply cannot afford a haphazard approach to something as serious as funding the government, which is why I voted against their continuing resolution.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-named-afp-pioneers-prosperity-list-policy-champions,Spartz Named by AFP to “Pioneers for Prosperity” List of Policy Champions,2022-12-14,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) was named to Americans for Prosperity’s first ever “Pioneers for Prosperity” list of policy champions for the 117th Congress. Americans for Prosperity is the leading grassroots organization fighting for lower taxes and limited government. “I am honored to be named to the list of policy leaders in Congress and I am committed to keep delivering free enterprise policy solutions benefiting all Americans,” said Rep. Spartz.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-and-jayapal-introduce-bill-stop-hospital-anticompetitive-behavior,Spartz and Jayapal Introduce Bill to Stop Hospital Anticompetitive Behavior,2022-12-13,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON - U.S. Representatives Victoria Spartz (IN-05) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) today introduced the bipartisan Stop Anticompetitive Healthcare Act. The bill would amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to expand antitrust enforcement to non-profit hospitals. Currently, the FTC has no ability to stop anticompetitive actions by non-profit hospital systems. “Hospital consolidation and lack of competition is a major factor driving unsustainable health care prices,” said Congresswoman Victoria Spartz. “More than one of eight Americans and one of six Hoosiers are in collections due to medical debt, which is unacceptable. Non-profit hospital status should not be a loophole to avoid antitrust enforcement.” “Being able to access quality, affordable healthcare is crucial to living well and to thriving. There is no question that hospital consolidation hurts patients by causing healthcare costs to jump and removing choice,” said Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal. “My bipartisan bill with Congresswoman Spartz would put in important guardrails to prevent corporations from putting profits over proper patient care without changing anything else about a hospital’s non-profit status. We are saying enough is enough with corporate profiteering off people’s illnesses in our healthcare system.” A 2020 report by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission found that hospital mergers lead to higher healthcare prices for patients. An analysis by the New York Times also found that hospital consolidation virtually eliminated competition and caused hospital admission costs to rise. Areas with the highest rate of hospital consolidation had prices go up between 11% and 54%. Working Americans bear the brunt of hospital mergers, with higher costs and diminished quality of care. Preventing hospitals from engaging in anticompetitive behavior that stifles choice and the ability to seek affordable, quality care will be crucial to lowering healthcare costs for working families.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-recognizes-hoosier-students-interning-in-washington-this-fall/,Young Recognizes Hoosier Students Interning in Washington this Fall,2022-12-13,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) recognized Hoosier students who participated in the fall session of his internship program in Washington, D.C. The students assisted legislative and communications staff with daily activities and special projects. The intern class included [as pictured from left to right] Mason Pickett, a junior from Fort Wayne attending Indiana University; Jasmeen Saini, a junior from Fishers attending Butler; Mia Schul, a junior from West Lafayette attending Indiana University; and Katelyn Rickert, a junior from Brownsburg attending Georgetown University. Senator Young’s office offers internship opportunities year-round, in both his Washington and Indianapolis offices. The internship program offers students the opportunity to experience the legislative branch of government and serve Hoosiers. Students interested in applying can visit Senator Young’s internship webpage or call (202)-224-5623 to learn more. Senator Young released a video to provide more information about the internship program.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-announces-winner-2022-congressional-app-challenge,Rep. Spartz Announces Winner of the 2022 Congressional App Challenge,2022-12-12,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Fishers, IN – Last week, Rep. Spartz announced KJ Sawada, Fishers High School Junior, as a winner for the 2022 Congressional App Challenge (CAC) for Indiana’s 5th Congressional District. KJ’s app called the “Class Tracker” tracks each class a student has taken in high school and calculates the credit requirements for graduation for different diplomas. The app also has a filter feature that allows a user to find classes by credit hour(s) or grade received. ""It’s always a pleasure seeing innovative ideas and solutions from our youth,"" said Rep. Spartz. “Computer science skills will play an important role in the 21st century economy.” The Class Tracker app will be featured on www.House.gov as well as a rotating display in the Cannon House Office Building leading to the U.S. Capitol. KJ will also be invited to attend the Congressional App Challenge’s House of Code winners’ reception on Capitol Hill next Spring with other winners from across the country. YouTube video demonstrating the Class Tracker app can be found here: class tracker - YouTube The CAC began in 2014 as a collaboration between the U.S. House of Representatives and the Internet Education Foundation (IEF) and is open to middle and high school students. If you are interested in participating as a judge, or know students interested in participating in this competition, please contact us at (317) 848-0201.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-announces-military-academy-nominations,Spartz Announces Military Academy Nominations,2022-12-09,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CARMEL, IN – This week, Rep. Spartz (R-IN) announced the names of twenty-two high school seniors across Indiana's Fifth District who have been nominated to attend the United States Service Academies. These academies allow young people to serve our country while receiving full-scholarships from some of our finest institutions of higher learning. “We had a very impressive group of applicants this year,” said Rep Spartz. ""I am grateful for the commitment of so many young leaders to serve our country and protect our freedoms.” Service Academy Nominations: Air Force Academy Grant Ferren – Sheridan High School Kaleb Johnson – Hamilton Southeastern High School Katherine Johnson – Heritage Christian High School William Kaiser – North Central High School Mohammad Khaliq – Pike High School Isabelle Regnault – Indiana Academy of Science, Mathematics & Humanities Peter Snyder – Cathedral High School Kevin Sweeney – Carmel High School Zane Williams – Indiana Connections Academy Naval Academy Ava Marie Bruick – Hamilton Southeastern High School Katherine Johnson – Heritage Christian High School William Kaiser – North Central High School Jack Maiers – Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School Joseph Mariani – Cathedral High School Owen O'Rourke – Hamilton Southeastern High School Aiden Raab – Western High School Isabelle Regnault – Indiana Academy of Science, Mathematics & Humanities Kevin Sweeney – Carmel High School West Point Military Academy Elias Backus – Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School Adam Chaney – Lawrence Central High School Megan Cobb – St. Theodore Guerin High School Liam Courtney – Carmel High School Brennan Howell – Heritage Christian High School Kaleb Johnson – Hamilton Southeastern High School Katherine Johnson – Heritage Christian High School William Kaiser – North Central High School Owen Mejia – Noblesville High School Elise Nawa – Hamilton Southeastern High School Owen O'Rourke – Hamilton Southeastern High School Nadia Zaborowski – Noblesville High School",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-colleagues-press-house-leaders-support-american-workers,"Spartz, Colleagues Press House Leaders to Support American Workers",2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON D.C. – This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) joined Reps. Jared Golden (D-ME), Dan Kildee (D-MI), and Mike Turner (R-OH) in sending a bipartisan letter to House Leadership to stress the importance of a longer-term reauthorization of the Health Coverage Tax Credit (HCTC). The HCTC provides refundable tax credits for Americans who have lost their jobs to outsourcing and whose pensions have been taken over by the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) to cover the rising cost of health insurance premiums. “Bad government policies incentivizing outsourcing caused thousands of Hoosiers to lose their jobs, pensions, and health care coverages. Additionally, government interventions incentivized health care consolidation leading to monopoly problems and higher prices for consumers. Indiana has experienced significant adverse effects of these policies,” Spartz said. “The Health Coverage Tax Credit provides some offsets to remediate this situation and needs to be established on a longer-term basis to provide more certainty for families.” The full letter text can be seen HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-announces-new-state-director_/,Young Announces New State Director,2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"INDIANAPOLIS – Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) announced that Greg Goode will serve as State Director, effective January 2023. “I am extremely excited to welcome Greg Goode to our team as State Director. Greg is a proven leader who is passionate about public service and improving Indiana’s communities. His talent and wealth of experience will help our office better serve and represent all Hoosiers, and I look forward to partnering with him,” said Senator Young. Goode currently serves as Executive Director of Government Relations and University Communication for Indiana State University. For nearly 17 years over separate stints of service, Goode has served as Indiana State’s liaison to the Indiana General Assembly, Governor’s Office, and Commission for Higher Education, as well as the United States Congress and local governments. From 2009-2012, Goode served as Chief of Staff to the President of Bastyr University and was the founder and director of the University’s Center for Health Policy and Leadership. Goode has a lengthy history of direct involvement in higher education, economic development, health care, and transportation issues, having previously worked in Washington, DC for two members of the United States House of Representatives. He is a former Governor-appointee to the Midwest Higher Education Compact. Goode has earned two degrees from Indiana State University, performed graduate studies at the Pentagon through the Catholic University of America, and is pursuing his doctorate at the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Goode succeeds Andrew Kossack, who served as Senator Young’s State Director for more than four years and recently left for a new opportunity as chief of staff to Keith Krach, founder of the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue University and former U.S. Under Secretary of State.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartzs-patents-humanity-act-passes-house-heads-presidents-desk-signature-0,"Spartz’s Patents for Humanity Act Passes House, Heads to President’s Desk for Signature",2022-12-07,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, H.R. 5796, the ‘Patents for Humanity Act of 2021’, led by U.S. Representative Victoria Spartz (R-IN) and Leader-Elect Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), passed the U.S. House of Representatives on a bipartisan basis. The bill will now head to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. “I am proud to co-lead H.R. 5796, the Patents for Humanity Act, which passed the House this week,” said Rep. Spartz. “This bill cuts red tape and streamlines regulations to promote innovation.” “The framers of our constitution and the founders of our great country understood that society would benefit if we incentivize creativity and innovation. That’s why Article 1, Section 8, Clause 8 of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to create a robust intellectual property system to promote the progress of science and useful arts. The Patents for Humanity Act builds on this principle in practice by helping creators fast-track innovations that better our global community through the patent process,” said Rep. Jeffries. “I thank Senators Leahy and Grassley as well as Rep. Spartz for their leadership and partnership on getting this important legislation to President Biden.” If enacted, this legislation would help creators fast-track innovations for the benefit of our global community by streamlining the patent process and cutting existing bureaucratic red tape at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-pass-bipartisan-resolution-in-support-of-anti-regime-protests-in-iran/,"Young, Colleagues Pass Bipartisan Resolution in Support of Anti-Regime Protests in Iran",2022-12-07,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), and Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) were joined today by eight of their Senate colleagues in announcing Senate Committee on Foreign Relations approval of their resolution reaffirming the United States’ support for the Iranian citizens who have taken to the streets in peaceful protest for their fundamental human rights, and condemning the Iranian security forces for their violent response. “I proudly stand with the people of Iran as they call for freedom from oppression. In the face of the Iranian regime’s theocratic brutality, the courage and resolve of the Iranian people is inspiring. We must continue to offer them encouragement, both diplomatically and through public statements of support while holding the regime accountable for their abuses,” said Senator Young. The resolution specifically calls for the international community to speak out against the Iranian regime’s human rights violations, and urges continued efforts to hold those violators accountable including through additional coordinated sanctions. With reports of the Iranian regime blocking internet to muffle the protests, the senators also stressed the importance for the United States government and the broader international community to provide additional support for access to digital communications and internet freedom in Iran. “Nearly three months since the brutal detention, beating, and murder of Mahsa Amini, the courage and defiance the Iranian people continue to display in the face of the regime’s brutality has served as an extraordinary example for all of us and everyone around the world who believes all people deserve a say in their livelihoods and way of life,” said Chairman Menendez. “It is my hope that Congressional approval of this bipartisan, bicameral resolution will help amplify the voices of the hundreds of thousands of women and men of Iran who are protesting against the brutality of one of the world’s most repressive regimes. As Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, I am committed to keep our Committee’s spotlight on the Iranian regime’s crackdowns, shutdowns, and deflections in response to the demands of the Iranian people, and to call on our partners in the international community to stand with the people of Iran.” “Many brave Iranians fighting for their basic human rights are brutally murdered or taken to prison, where they endure harrowing torture until they are executed,” said Senator Blackburn. “While the Iranian regime announced they abolished their ‘Morality Police,’ this is only a façade to distract us from what the protesters really want – to free Iran of the oppression altogether. The United States must stand by them until they secure victory.” Joining Senators Young, Menendez, Blackburn were Senators Bob Casey (D-Pa.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), and Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-reed-introduce-bipartisan-adult-education-works-act-to-strengthen-and-expand-programs-for-adult-learners-2/,"Young, Reed Introduce Bipartisan Adult Education WORKS Act to Strengthen and Expand Programs for Adult Learners",2022-12-07,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – For millions of Americans, adult education programs can make the difference between earning a family-sustaining wage and struggling to make ends meet. According to the Department of Education, at current funding levels, adult education programs reach about 1.1 million people out of 43 million adults that are low-skilled in literacy and 62.7 million that are low-skilled in numeracy. In an effort to address the long-standing adult education crisis affecting quality of life for individuals and their families and holding our economy back, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Jack Reed (D-R.I.) today introduced the Adult Education Workforce Opportunity and Reskilling for Knowledge and Success Act – or the Adult WORKS Act – to reauthorize adult education programs and expand upon the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). A study commissioned by the Barbara Bush Foundation estimates that getting all American adults to the equivalent of a sixth-grade reading level would add $2.2 trillion to the country’s annual income. Without the opportunities provided by adult education programs, like numeracy, literacy, digital literacy, English language skills, soft skills, work readiness, high school equivalency, and other wraparound services, many adults will be left on the sidelines of an economy that needs more qualified workers in order to grow. “It’s critical that all Hoosiers have the tools necessary to succeed in the modern economy – and that starts with strengthening adult education,” said Senator Young. “Our new bipartisan bill would bolster critical services for adult learners, while also making important updates that ensure participants are prepared for the 21st century workforce.” The Adult Education WORKS Act provides a roadmap for addressing this crisis by updating WIOA and by strengthening and expanding access to adult education services. Specifically, the legislation calls for doubling the authorized funding for adult education by 2026 to $1.35 billion while making significant changes to the adult education system. Critical for achieving success in modern workplaces and for navigating everyday life, the bill calls for a new emphasis on digital and information literacy. Furthermore, the legislation will help to enhance the role of adult education providers by ensuring representation in the workforce planning process, with a focus on college and career navigators in public libraries and community-based organizations. The Adult Education WORKS Act invests in the professionalization of the adult education field, strengthening state certification policies, encouraging full-time staffing models, and expanding professional development opportunities and career pathways for adult educators. Investments will enhance innovation and provide increased accountability through pilot projects that test new approaches to measuring program performance and outcomes for adult learners. “Adult education is the gateway to opportunity, connecting people with the skills needed to succeed while also strengthening America’s workforce and economy,” said Senator Reed. “When I go around Rhode Island, and I ask employers what their biggest hurdle is, they say they don’t have enough qualified workers. The Adult Education WORKS Act will help ensure that more Americans have access to programs that equip them with skills to go out and take the opportunities that are available to them.” The Adult Education WORKS Act would amend Title I and reauthorize Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), which was signed into law on July 22, 2014. WIOA was designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy. Congress passed the Act with a wide bipartisan majority and it was the first legislative reform of the public workforce system since 1998. The legislation is supported by the American Library Association (ALA), the Coalition for Adult Basic Education, the National Coalition for Literacy, ProLiteracy, The Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP), and TESOL International Association. Statements of Support: “Library services play a vital role in empowering and strengthening the nation’s workforce. As the job market evolves to meet the needs and demands of a changing economy, libraries are here with resources for jobseekers to gain the skills they need for better paying jobs and new career opportunities,” saidALA President Lessa Kenani-Opua Pelayo-Lozada. “ALA is proud to support the Adult Education WORKS Act. This fresh approach to workforce development is what the country needs now, and with bipartisan cosponsors, it’s exactly the kind of legislation that a divided Congress can get behind.” “The Adult Education WORKS Act will give more opportunities to adult learners, strengthening our nation’s economy and increasing our global competitiveness. COABE is greatly appreciative of Senator Jack Reed and Senator Todd Young’s engagement with the adult education field to develop this bill and is proud to announce its strong support of the bill,” said Sharon Bonney, CEO of the Coalition for Adult Basic Education (COABE). “The Adult Education WORKS Act will reinforce the fabric of American society by increasing access to education in foundational literacy, numeracy, and digital skills for the millions of adults who need them,” said Executive Director of the National Coalition for Literacy, Deborah Kennedy. “By promoting greater coordination between adult education and workforce development programs, supporting increased professionalization of the adult education field, and providing for college and career navigators who can guide adults in pursuing further education and viable career paths, the Act will build on the proven strengths of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act while expanding access to educational opportunity for a larger proportion of the adults who can benefit from it.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-speaks-at-microelectronics-commons-industry-day/,Young Speaks at Microelectronics Commons “Industry Day”,2022-12-07,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"Senator Young with Hoosier attendees at the event. WASHINGTON — This morning, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) spoke at the Microelectronics Commons “Industry Day” about the importance of the CHIPS and Science Act and the critical role Indiana and Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane will play in implementing the law. The Microelectronics Commons is a CHIPS and Science Act-funded national network for onshore, microelectronics hardware prototyping, lab-to-fab transition of semiconductor technologies and semiconductor workforce training. The Microelectronics Commons initiative was launched earlier this year by the Department of Defense (DoD). The “Industry Day” event is designed to bring together interested parties from around the country to guide the DoD’s efforts in microelectronics development. In his remarks, Senator Young discussed the vital work of NSWC Crane. “I am proud of the accomplishments of NSWC Crane to date, and I expect they will deliver once again as we look to strengthen our domestic semiconductor R&D and manufacturing base,” said Senator Young during the event. Since the CHIPS and Science Act was enacted, dozens of semiconductor companies have announced manufacturing, design, and R&D expansions in the United States, including many in Indiana.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-votes-to-confirm-judge-doris-l-pryor-to-seventh-circuit-court-of-appeals/,Young Votes to Confirm Judge Doris L. Pryor to Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals,2022-12-05,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON — The United States Senate tonight confirmed Judge Doris L. Pryor to the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) announced his support for Judge Pryor in May of this year and introduced her at her confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee in July. “Judge Pryor is a public servant of the highest caliber. She understands the difference between the role of an advocate and the role of a judge, and she will be an immense asset to the Seventh Circuit,” said Senator Young. “I was proud to help shepherd her historic nomination through the Senate.” Since March 2018, Judge Pryor has served as the Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of Indiana. Prior to her appointment to the magistrate bench, she served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana. Judge Pryor will be the first African American from Indiana ever to serve on the Seventh Circuit. The Seventh Circuit covers Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/letter-young-bipartisan-group-of-senators-warn-ccp-against-violent-crackdown-on-protesters/,"LETTER: Young, Bipartisan Group of Senators Warn CCP Against Violent Crackdown on Protesters",2022-12-02,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON — U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) sent a bipartisan letter with nearly half of their Senate colleagues to the Chinese ambassador to the United States warning the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) regime of the consequences of a violent crackdown on peaceful protesters. Demonstrations have erupted across China in response to the CCP’s severe measures restricting freedoms to contain rising COVID-19 infections. “The Chinese people are demonstrating great courage in the face of the Chinese Communist Party’s authoritarian rule. President Xi should back away from his absurd COVID-zero policy instead of cracking down on innocent people who only want freedom,” said Senator Young. “Our bipartisan letter to the Chinese ambassador sends a strong message to the CCP’s authoritarian regime that the United States will not turn their backs on the Chinese people as they seek basic civil liberty.” “There are historic and heroic protests by the Chinese people pushing back on Xi Jinping’s dictatorial rule and calling for more freedom. Unfortunately, the response of most world leaders has been tepid at best,” said Senator Sullivan. “The United States Senate has a long and distinguished bipartisan history of speaking up for the Chinese people when they are threatened with communist brutality—and for Taiwan. This bipartisan letter continues this important Senate tradition of standing up for courageous, peaceful protesters who are risking their lives simply because they want more freedom.” “The historic protests in China are showing the Chinese Communist Party just how courageous the people of China are,” said Senator Merkley. “The freedom of expression and of assembly are fundamental rights protected under international law, and like all other countries, China has an obligation to respect these universal rights. The protestors in China are sending a very important message, and the Chinese authorities need to listen to the people, not suppress their voice, their courage, or their pursuit for more freedom.” In addition to Senators Young, Sullivan, and Merkley, the letter was signed by Senators Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) John Thune (R-S.D.), Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Angus King (I-Maine), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Richard Burr (R-N.C.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), John Kennedy (R-La.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Ben Sasse (R-Neb.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), and Mike Crapo (R-Idaho). Below is the full text of the letter. Ambassador Qin Gang Embassy of the People’s Republic of China 3505 International Place NW Washington, D.C. 20008-3025 Dear Ambassador Qin: We are following the current peaceful protests in China over your government’s policies very carefully. We are also closely watching the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) reaction to them. In 1989, the Chinese Communist Party and People’s Liberation Army undertook a violent crackdown on peacefully protesting Chinese students, killing hundreds, if not thousands. We caution the CCP in the strongest possible terms not to once again undertake a violent crackdown on peaceful Chinese protesters who simply want more freedom. If that happens, we believe there will be grave consequences for the US-China relationship, causing extraordinary damage to it.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-op-ed-marriage-bill-ensures-dignity-and-respect-for-all-hoosiers/,Young Op-Ed: Marriage Bill Ensures Dignity and Respect for All Hoosiers,2022-12-02,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"In the debate over how the federal government views civil marriage, all Hoosiers want to be treated with dignity and respect. Those who believe marriage was created by God as a sacred union between one man and one woman which includes many people of faith want to be treated with dignity and respect. They want to be able to worship and teach the tenets of their faith without fear of reprisal. They don’t want to be called bigots, live in fear of being ostracized or suffer endless lawsuits because of their beliefs. Same-sex couples many of whom are also people of faith want to be treated with dignity and respect as well. In the wake of the Supreme Court’s 2015 decision in Obergefell v. Hodges to legalize same-sex marriages, they want to enjoy the same legal protections of civil marriage as married men and women. They don’t want to live in fear of their families being ripped apart by a future court decision. Yesterday, the Senate debated on an improved version of the Respect for Marriage Act, and I voted for it, because it will bring the United States government closer to treating both groups with dignity and respect than we ever have in our history. Some people in my own party though, notably, I’ve also received quite a bit of encouragement have let me know they are disappointed in my decision. I would never try to persuade people to change the teachings of their faith, but I can explain why I think Christians should not be fearful of this legislation. In fact, the explicit protections in this proposal offer far more in the way of religious liberty protections than currently under Obergefell, which leaves all such decisions up to the courts. I was instrumental in securing a vote on and will support an amendment offered by Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, so that Congress will have a chance to add additional protections for people of faith. One concern I’ve heard from people of faith is that they worry their churches, schools, adoption agencies and faith-based organizations will be subject to lawsuits if they refuse services to same-sex couples. The text of the bill plainly states they will not. According to the legislative text, religious organizations “shall not be required to provide services, accommodations, advantages, facilities, goods, or privileges for the solemnization or celebration of a marriage.” The text also states that “nothing in this act, or any amendment made by this act, shall be construed to diminish or abrogate a religious liberty or conscience protection otherwise available to an individual or organization under the Constitution of the United States or federal law.” I’ve also heard from Hoosiers who are concerned their faith-based organization might lose its tax-exempt status. The bill text is clear: “Nothing in this Act … shall be construed to deny or alter … tax-exempt status, tax treatment, educational funding” or a lengthy list of other benefits, such as accreditations for religious schools. Christians also may worry that any change in our civil marriage laws will be used as a weapon by progressives to bludgeon them for their beliefs, but this legislation takes what may be an unprecedented step of affirming the sincerely held beliefs of religious Americans. “Diverse beliefs about the role of gender in marriage are held by reasonable and sincere people based on decent and honorable religious or philosophical premises,” the amended bill’s introduction says. “Therefore, Congress affirms that such people and their diverse beliefs are due proper respect.” These religious liberty protections are born of the First Amendment, and legal experts from across the faith spectrum have stated that activist judges will not be able to undo them. If I had any doubt about this, I would be voting no. Dignity and respect are not a zero-sum proposition. We can and should strive to ensure all citizens enjoy them in equal measure. The Respect for Marriage Act moves us closer to that ideal.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:41:06Z https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=287,Congressman Jim Baird's Statement on Rail Strike Vote,2022-11-30,2022,2022-11,Republican,House,IN,James R. Baird,B001307,baird.house.gov,baird,https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on H.J.Res 100: “The Biden administration has known about a potential rail strike for months, yet instead of acting to avoid a strike with potentially devastating impacts, this administration shamefully passed the buck to Congress at the 11th hour,” said Congressman Baird. “Though I oppose federal intervention in contract negotiations between private parties, the consequences of a rail strike would deliver a nearly fatal blow to Hoosier farmers still recovering from previous supply chain disruptions and unhinged inflation rates. We cannot allow a small collection of unions to threaten the health of the U.S. economy and the millions of Americans it serves, which is why I voted in favor of this resolution.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=288,"Baird Disappointed as FMCSA Denies Farmers, Ranchers’ Commonsense Petition",2022-11-30,2022,2022-11,Republican,House,IN,James R. Baird,B001307,baird.house.gov,baird,https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN, 04) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) denied Ag groups’ petition for exemption: “For the last two years, our farmers and ranchers have endured supply chain disruptions and soaring inflation rates driving up costs, yet the FMCSA’s decision to ignore our producers by denying this commonsense petition to exempt truck drivers transporting agricultural commodities from federal mandates limiting the hours a driver can be on the job will only make their work more difficult,” said Congressman Baird. “Transporting livestock and other agricultural commodities is a challenging task that requires flexibility; we simply cannot apply a one-size-fits-all policy to an area that necessitates a more nuanced approach.” Background: Yesterday, the Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) denied the joint application from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Livestock Marketing Association, American Farm Bureau Federation, American Beekeeping Federation, American Honey Producers Association, and National Aquaculture Association requesting an exemption for drivers transporting agricultural commodities from federal mandates which limit the hours a driver can be on the job. Specifically, the applicants requested approval for drivers, after 10 consecutive hours off duty, to drive through the 16th consecutive hour after coming on duty, and to drive a total of 15 hours during that 16-hour period.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-spartz-receives-iron-lady-award,Congresswoman Spartz Receives Iron Lady Award,2022-11-30,2022,2022-11,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congresswoman Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) was presented with the prestigious Iron Lady Award from the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC). “As a strong believer in the power of the states and power of the people, I am honored to be recognized by the organization of state legislators,” said Rep. Spartz. ""Margaret Thatcher said that Europe was created by history and America was created by philosophy. I would just add by philosophy of freedom."" “It has been a pleasure working with Rep. Victoria Spartz during my tenure at ALEC,” said ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson. “Just as former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher faced down the communist threat in her day, so has Victoria Spartz in our day. We need more female freedom fighters like Spartz serving in all levels of government. She is a fierce defender of limited governments, free markets and federalism. I know she wants these principles embraced not only in America, but around the world. I can think of no one more deserving of the 2022 Iron Lady Award.” ALEC is the largest nonpartisan, voluntary membership organization of state legislators in the United States. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-re-elected-regional-chair-policy-committee,Spartz Re-Elected as Regional Chair to Policy Committee,2022-11-30,2022,2022-11,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) was re-elected by her colleagues to the House Policy Committee. The House Republican Policy Committee was established in 1949 as a core advisory body and “think tank” for the House of Representatives. “Congress has been a broken institution and has to start doing its job representing the people,” said Rep. Spartz. “I am honored to have been re-elected by my colleagues to serve on this important deliberative body in the Republican majority to deliver real policy solutions for all Americans.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-op-ed-how-to-break-chinas-grasp-on-digital-trade/,Young Op-Ed: How to break China’s grasp on digital trade,2022-11-30,2022,2022-11,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"A click of a button. That’s all it takes for us to connect with the rest of the world. We are living through a “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” in which the internet has blurred boundaries between our physical and digital world. This new frontier changed how we interact with one another, how we consume media, and how we sell products. Economic opportunity has been and continues to be abundant. In today’s hyper-connected world, the United States is at a critical moment. Digital trade is becoming the new frontier in economic strength, particularly in the post-pandemic economy. In 2020, U.S. exports of digital services surpassed $520 billion, accounting for more than half of all U.S. services exports and generating a digital services trade surplus of $214 billion. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, demand and reliance on digital technologies and services, data flows, and e-commerce has only increased. Some countries have already harnessed digital trade for their gain, and our loss. China is waging a highly sophisticated and organized online assault on America — blocking the flow of data across borders, forcing technology transfer, infringing upon intellectual property rights, and stealing trade secrets. When it comes to trade, like so many other areas, we must think anew and fashion policies suited to this century, not the last. It is time to prioritize connectivity and the subsequent adoption of digital governance to shape regional norms and provide an alternative to restrictive policies promoted by our adversaries, like China. A successful digital trade strategy will help America’s manufacturers and job creators gain access to more markets and lift our economy. Our policies on digital trade should reflect the proliferation of digital technology in every layer of a business. And they must confront the Chinese Communist Party’s efforts to break the rules. I recently introduced a bipartisan resolution with Sen. Tom Carper (D-Del.) that outlines the importance of the U.S. digital economy and the importance of greater U.S. leadership on digital trade negotiations with like-minded countries. Our resolution calls for the United States to negotiate strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade with our partners as part of its broader economic strategy in order to ensure that our values are at the very core of digital governance. Fighting for strong digital trade is not a new concept for the United States. The U.S.-Japan Digital Trade Agreement, signed in 2019, parallels the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) as the most comprehensive trade agreement addressing digital trade barriers ever enforced. We must build on this progress and not backslide. First, we should push for digital trade rules that penalize nations that sanction digital theft. A tougher stance from the U.S. and like-minded countries will create a landscape where bad actors avoid practices that they know will be prosecuted. Second, we need allies in China’s own neighborhood. If we champion best practices in the Indo-Pacific, we help our partners become more transparent and willing to curb IP theft rather than look the other way for fear of retribution. In the end, fighting for best practices in digital trade helps our American small businesses seeking to expand into new markets. If American companies want to market overseas and attract customers on a global scale, they need to know their government has their back and that their very business model is not at risk. This is especially critical for companies who want to access a new market, but forfeit their intellectual property or trade secrets in the process of simply selling their products. In that case, a country like China can simply replicate the technology, and put the American company out of business. I know from meetings in my state that Hoosier businesses can’t afford that risk, especially as they come off the heels of a pandemic in a weakened economy. Passing our resolution will send a signal to the rest of the world that the U.S. is not backing down on digital trade, and we will only seek to ramp up protections for our innovators and small businesses. In a world struggling to understand how to deal with the proliferation of the digital age, we can’t let China be the best example. Instead, we must lead the way.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:38:01Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senator-young-announces-nominees-for-united-states-service-academies-2/,Senator Young Announces Nominees for United States Service Academies,2022-11-29,2022,2022-11,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) announced his nominations for U.S. service academy appointments. Applications were received from 150 students, and a select group was interviewed by an advisory board chosen by Senator Young. Out of 70 offered interviews, 47 exemplary young men and women from across Indiana received a nomination from Senator Young. A nomination does not guarantee admission to a service academy but is required in order to be considered. Nominees are chosen based on personal merit. Criteria considered include evidence of character, leadership, academic excellence, physical aptitude, and extracurricular activities. “I had the privilege of recommending a talented group of Hoosiers for admission to the United States service academies this year,” said Senator Young. “These young men and women are highly qualified to serve our country, and I’m very proud of their hard work. I wish them the best of luck in their application process.” Senator Young’s service academy nominees are listed below: United States Air Force Academy Ansley Bishop Roncalli High School Andrew Davidson Greenfield Central High School Kaleb Johnson Hamilton Southeastern High School *Also nominated to the United States Military Academy Peter Kearns Crawfordsville Sr. High School Kirsten Lee Carroll High School Peter Letherman Saint Joseph High School Clare Long Lafayette Jefferson High School *Also nominated to the United States Naval Academy Kori Leverenz Signature School Lauren Ozete Evansville North High School Owen Rifkin International School of Indiana Nathaniel Sajdak Purdue University Jared Smith Bethel University/Georgia Military College Ty Smith Evansville North High School *Also nominated to the United States Naval Academy Peter Snyder Cathedral High School Emma Waskom Lebanon High School United States Military Academy Caroline Bell Bishop Chatard High School Arthur Beriault Scecina Memorial High School Megan Cobb St. Theodore Guerin High School Ella Dieterlen Batesville High School Michael Flynn Valparaiso High School Brennan Howell Heritage Christian High School John Maiers Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School *Also nominated to the United States Naval Academy Nathan Pratt Penn High School Peyton Williams Culver Academies United States Merchant Marine Academy Wade Foster Westville High School Shelbi Hess Adams Central High School Nicklaus Rader Seton Catholic High School John Sandford Floyd Central High School Kevin Sweeney Carmel High School Ian Urchell Andrean High School United States Naval Academy Lucas Bassi Park Tudor High School John Dely Homestead Senior High School Chelsie Glover United States Naval Academy Preparatory School Aaron Gu Lafayette Harrison High School Ryley Keegan Tianjin International School Christopher Langley Mooresville High School Joseph Mariani Cathedral High School Lauren Martin Northwestern Senior High School Faith Martinez Culver Academies Luke Mawbey Western High School Hunter Miller Culver Academies Joseph Moran Bishop Dwenger High School Coco Nate North Central High School Owen O’Rourke Hamilton Southeastern High School Natalie Restivo Plainfield High School Van Smith Park Tudor High School",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:38:01Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-booker-join-discussion-on-expanding-emergency-savings/,"VIDEO: Young, Booker Join Discussion on Expanding Emergency Savings",2022-11-29,2022,2022-11,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON– Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) joined the Bipartisan Policy Center for a virtual discussion on their ongoing efforts to expand access to emergency savings to help workers and employers, which includes their Emergency Savings Act of 2022. The Emergency Savings Act would help Americans save for unexpected expenses without having to tap into their retirement accounts. It would facilitate convenient and affordable access to workplace emergency savings accounts, improving financial security and reducing retirement savings leakage. “The lack of emergency savings in particular is a source of great frustration and even stress – daily stress – for a lot of my constituents regardless of their income level,” said Senator Young during the discussion.“There needs to be more attention paid to the emergency savings challenges in this country and more tools given to rank and file Americans, which is what we’re trying to accomplish here.” According to a report by the Federal Reserve, almost half of Americans would struggle to cover an unexpected $400 expense. A recent study found that, in the past year, almost 60 percent of retirement account participants who lack emergency savings tapped into their long-term retirement savings, compared to only nine percent of those who had at least a month of emergency savings on hand. In September, the Emergency Savings Actwas selected for the National Taxpayers Union’s 12th annual “No Brainers” list. The bill was also passed by the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee this year as part of the RISE & SHINE Act. To hear what supporters of the bill are saying, click here. The bill builds upon work by Senators Young and Booker to develop this concept over the last several years, including the Strengthening Financial Security Through Short-Term Savings Accounts Act of 2021.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:38:01Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-youngs-resolution-recognizing-november-as-stomach-cancer-awareness-month/,Senate Passes Young’s Resolution Recognizing November as Stomach Cancer Awareness Month,2022-11-18,2022,2022-11,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Yesterday, the U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan resolution authored by U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) marking November 2022 as Stomach Cancer Awareness Month. The resolution was first introduced in 2018 in memory of Indianapolis Star reporter and columnist Matthew Tully, who lost his battle with stomach cancer that year. The resolution was cosponsored by Senators Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), and Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), and passed the Senate unanimously. “Stomach cancer continues to leave a lasting and tragic impact on Hoosiers and their families. For the last five years, we have introduced our annual resolution to bring continued awareness to this heartbreaking disease that has affected too many Americans,” said Senator Young. “The more we can spread the word that early detection is key, the more lives that will be saved.” Stomach cancer is the fifth most common type of cancer worldwide and one of the most difficult to detect in its early stages. The resolution expresses support for more education of patients and health care providers and more research into early diagnosis, screening, and treatment. “We must do more to prevent and treat stomach cancer, especially for communities disproportionately impacted by the disease,” said Senator Cardin. “We must dedicate more resources to research and raise awareness of early cancer detection and mitigation measures, particularly for stomach cancer which is hard to identify in its early stages.” “This year more than 26,000 Americans were diagnosed with stomach cancer. We must continue to raise awareness and support those affected by this deadly disease by designating November as Stomach Cancer Awareness Month. I’m proud to have been an original cosponsor of this legislation each year that I’ve been in the Senate,” said Senator Braun. Andrea Eidelman, Chief Executive Officer of Debbie’s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer said,“The symptoms associated with stomach cancer are easily mistaken for other gastrointestinal problems, frequently leading to a late diagnosis. At that late stage, there are few effective treatment options. The need for research to develop new treatments is imperative to give those diagnosed with stomach cancer a fighting chance at long-term survival. Debbie’s Dream Foundation applauds Senators Young, Cardin, and Braun for their leadership in raising awareness about this deadly cancer during Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:38:01Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-introduce-legislation-to-hold-the-irs-more-accountable/,"Young, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Hold the IRS More Accountable",2022-11-17,2022,2022-11,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON —U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), John Thune (R-S.D.), and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), along with a group of colleagues, introduced theIRS Funding Accountability Act yesterday. Earlier this year, Senate Democrats passed the so-called “Inflation Reduction Act” (IRA), which will infuse the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) with $80 billion of new funding without any oversight measures to prevent waste, protect taxpayer rights, or measure improvements of service. The IRS Funding Accountability Act would give Congress a direct say in how this new funding could be spent, hold the IRS more accountable, and provide greater transparency for the American people. Text of the bill can be found here. “Hoosier families are struggling with high prices and record-high inflation. Before Washington Democrats spend more taxpayer dollars, we need transparency about where the money is going and how it will be used. Our bill will hold the IRS accountable,” said Senator Young. The legislation would require the IRS to provide Congress with an annual plan for how the agency intends to use the new IRA funds, which would be subject to a new joint resolution of disapproval. The bill would also require quarterly updates from the IRS and U.S. Department of the Treasury to enable consistent and transparent evaluation of the plans, provide accountability for any misuse of funds, and guard against violations of taxpayer rights. Failure to submit timely and thorough plans or reports would result in financial penalties, including IRA funds being rescinded on a daily basis until the IRS complies with the reporting requirements. “The Democrats’ attempt to supersize the IRS without holding the agency accountable to Congress and American taxpayers is dangerous and irresponsible,” said Senator Thune.“This legislation would provide much-needed oversight of the unprecedented $80 billion in new funding to the agency, more than half of which Democrats have directed toward enforcement-related measures, including audits. If our bill becomes law, the Biden administration’s IRS would have to answer to the American people, not Washington bureaucrats.” “Government, especially when it comes to the treatment of taxpayers, needs to be accountable and transparent to the American people,” said Senator Grassley.“When Democrats’ partisan spending bill gave the IRS an extra 80 billion dollars, their legislation included no oversight mechanisms whatsoever. Our bill will ensure that the IRS is answerable to the American people in how it uses this money, and will force it to forfeit funds every day it’s not in compliance.” “Joe Biden promised taxpayers that no one earning less than $400,000 would see a penny more in taxes. Biden lied his way into office,” said Grover Norquist, president of Americans for Tax Reform.“Democrats raised taxes on American families and unleashed 87,000 new IRS agents to shakedown small business owners and ramp up audits on taxpayers. Congressional oversight of Biden’s IRS is essential. This legislation will help rein in Biden’s IRS and address the agency’s broken culture of unaccountability.” The legislation is also co-sponsored by Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Richard Burr (R-N.C.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), and Pat Toomey (R-Pa.).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:38:01Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-honors-rex-early-on-senate-floor/,Young Honors Rex Early on Senate Floor,2022-11-17,2022,2022-11,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) spoke on the Senate floor about the life and legacy of Rex Early, who passed away last week after a long battle with illness. Rex was a Marine and longtime community and political leader in Indiana. To watch the full floor speech, click here. Remarks as prepared for delivery: Last week, Indiana lost a legend and America lost a true original. Rex Early died Friday at age 88 after a long battle with illness. Rex was a lot of things in life. He was a Marine. He was Chairman of the Indiana Republican Party. He was a candidate for governor. He was one of the few people in Indiana you had to go see if you wanted to run for public office. But he will be remembered mostly for his sense of humor. His way with words. Many of his stories and Rex-isms can be found in his book, “It’s a Might Thin Pancake That Don’t Have Two Sides.” After being stationed in Japan in the Marine Corps, Rex went to Indiana University on the GI Bill. He married his sweetheart Barbara and they moved to Indianapolis. Rex said that when he first went to register to vote in Indianapolis, the Ward Chairman said, “Do you want to be a precinct committeeman? The last guy just went to jail.” Rex said “Sure,” and that’s how he got involved in local politics. Rex said that one of the highlights of his career came during Ronald Reagan’s presidential campaign, when Rex hosted an event at his home for the future president. Rex said he was considering hanging a plaque that read “On May 4, 1980, Ronald Reagan used this bathroom.” But as Reagan left his house that day, Governor Reagan told Rex, “All those people were wrong.” Rex said, “What people?” And Governor Reagan said, “All the people who said you had no class.” So Rex decided not to hang that plaque in his bathroom. The Republican Party in Indiana today has enjoyed long period of governing success, helping our state become one of the best run and most fiscally sound in the nation. And you can trace that success directly back to work Rex Early put in in the early 1990s. One of Rex’s 19 Rules of Politics was “You might be important, but the number of people who will attend your funeral will be dictated by the weather.” Don’t think too highly of yourself. Don’t become – as Rex would call you a “sophisti-suck.” But I disagree with him on his point. Rex’s memorial service was well-attended. Not because the weather was good. But because he made an indelible impression on everyone he met. Semper Fi, Rex.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:38:01Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-releases-op-ed-its-time-for-congress-to-take-back-control-of-military-action-and-the-responsibility-for-waging-war/,Young Releases Op-Ed: “It’s time for Congress to take back control of military action and the responsibility for waging war”,2022-11-15,2022,2022-11,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"By Todd Young, John Byrnes We both have had the honor and privilege of serving our country in uniform, a duty we took very seriously. We willingly raised our right hands, swearing an oath to defend the Constitution, even if that meant risking our bodies and lives. We saw our friends take the same oath, many of whom came home from deployments physically, mentally or emotionally injured. We hold true to the memory of those others who never returned. Our own service, that of our friends and family, and that of the millions of men and women with whom we share a common bond, inspire us and others to continue fighting for this country. Where we once served in uniform, we now do it through advocacy and legislating better policies that keep America safe and our service members out of unnecessary danger. The greatest challenge we have on that front is returning the responsibility of sending troops into combat to its rightful place – the halls of Congress. For the last few decades, Congress has largely ceded its authority on military action to the executive branch. By taking a back seat in this debate, members of Congress, the vast majority of whom were not in office 20 years ago, have been allowed to shirk their constitutional responsibilities for waging war. The 1991 and 2002 Authorizations for Use of Military Force (AUMF) remain on the books – with the real possibility they will be “repurposed” to justify a rush to war or other military action – and should be debated and voted on by Congress. The 2002 AUMF Against Iraq Resolution is a prime example of an authorization that has outstayed its welcome. This authorization was passed in the months leading up to the invasion of Iraq, giving President George W. Bush authority to use U.S. armed forces to “defend the national security of the United States against the continuing threat posed by Iraq.” Now, 20 years after its original passage, the 2002 AUMF is not the sole authority for a single military operation the U.S. is conducting. The combat operations in Iraq are technically over, but troops are still in the country under a “train and equip” mission — only this time our troops are there at the invitation of our partners, the Iraqi government. Simply put, the 2002 AUMF is not being relied upon to combat al-Qaeda, ISIS, or Iranian-backed proxies, nor is it relied upon to support Kurdish forces in Syria. If a legitimate threat to the U.S. did arise, Congress should debate and vote on action, or the president should use his Article II powers to repel or preemptively foil an attack if necessary. The 2002 AUMF should not be seen as a blank check to the president and military leaders to bypass Congress and the proper process for authorizing military action. Further, the president agrees that the 2002 AUMF is no longer necessary and supports its repeal. The administration publicly supported repealing the 2002 AUMF in a June 2021 statement, followed by testimony from Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley that repeal would not impact any ongoing U.S. operations. In a refreshing show of compromise and bipartisanship, members of Congress from both parties also support repeal. In recent years, the House of Representatives and Senate Foreign Relations Committee have both passed measures to repeal the 2002 AUMF.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:38:01Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-honors-hoosier-veteran-alvin-forney-in-floor-speech/,VIDEO: Young Honors Hoosier Veteran Alvin Forney in Floor Speech,2022-11-14,2022,2022-11,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) spoke on the Senate floor about the life and legacy of Corporal Alvin Forney, a Marine from Indianapolis who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation on September 1, 1965. Young recently met Corporal Forney’s sister, Mary, and learned about Corporal Forney’s story. In his remarks, Young praised Forney and all of our veterans for their service and commitment to freedom’s cause. To watch the full floor speech, click here. Senator Young’s full remarks, as prepared for delivery: Panel 2E, row 71. Not long ago, a young lady visited the Vietnam Veterans Memorial during a trip to Washington, DC. She walked along the wall, searching the black granite panels. Then she saw the name right there in front of her. She stopped and pressed her hand against it… It was panel 2E, row 71: Alvin C. Forney. — Across our country — not just on our National Mall but on the boulevards of our state capitals and in the squares of our small towns, there are names of brave Americans etched in memorials, the names of those who never came home. And there are those who did come home, whose names may not be on monuments, but whose example of service and sacrifice for their country is no less inspiring. For two and a half centuries, they have answered the calls, they have protected our freedoms, they have placed their lives in the line of fire oceans away, so their countrymen can live theirs in peace here at home. They are the citizen soldiers who defeated a king’s army, who ended the scourge of slavery, who saved western civilization and liberated concentration camps, who stood down communism and stand vigil against terrorism. They are more than just names though, they are the spirit of this country: strong but merciful, forever guarding our freedoms and devoted to our fellow citizen. Corporal Alvin Forney lived this example out in his short life. He seemed destined, no matter his path, to make a difference. And he did. Tall, handsome with a bright smile and infectious optimism, he was an ace athlete…a football, track and basketball star at Shortridge and Washington high schools in Indianapolis. A member of a military family, Corporal Forney enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1961 and went west. He graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, and trained in the mountains near Camp Pendleton, enduring the forced marches and step hikes in the tarantula and rattle snake-filled scrub. San Diego-trained Marines are sometimes, derisively, referred to as “Hollywood Marines” by their Paris Island peers – Tinsel Town is just up the Pacific Coast Highway. But if Hollywood did ever try to create the ideal Marine, Corporal Forney could be its muse. You can see it in the old photos, the focus, the confident air, the spotless uniform. He looked like a Gentleman Marine, a hero. He wasn’t just courageous, or strong, he was patient and decent, slow to anger, he seldom swore– a rarity, of course, for a Marine. He loved his family and he loved his country. And when he arrived in Vietnam, in the summer of 1965 as part of the third Marine Expeditionary Force, his chief concern was not for himself. It was for his brother. Army Sargent William Forney, the Corporal’s older sibling, was departing for Vietnam. “I don’t mind being over here, but I worry about Bill coming over,” Corporal Forney wrote their mother Minnie. William had married shortly before deploying, and Corporal Forney was concerned about his brother’s separation from his new bride. Shortly after that letter arrived, a military car pulled into the driveway, and a telegraph from the Department of Defense came: Corporal Forney had been struck by fragments of a mine during a patrol and killed in action near Da Nang. It was September 1, 1965. He was twenty-two years old. He was awarded the Purple Heart and laid to rest in Indianapolis’ Crown Hill Cemetery, among a president and vice presidents, poets, businessmen and inventors – and not at all out of place. Every September, until the day she died, Corporal Forney’s mother visited his grave. Beneath the words “Beloved Son and Brother,” and after the mention of Vietnam, his headstone reads “the first casualty from Indianapolis.” Which he was. But simply a statistic, he was not. It was half a century later that that young lady came to the Wall in search of Corporal Forney’s name. She came because her grandfather asked her to. Fifty years earlier he had served with Corporal Forney at Naval Air Engineering Station at Lakehurst in New Jersey. And he never forgot him. He could still see that squared away Marine, he could still hear his soft spoken voice. And he could still remember the day in September 1965 when he walked into headquarters at Lakehurst and saw the secretaries crying, and heard the news: Corporal Forney had been killed in action in Vietnam. And the Corporal’s family too, they never forgot him. He’s still in their hearts. His younger siblings and cousins, they still remember the days before he left for Vietnam…how kind, loving and protective he was. The memories of the dinners he treated them to, of his popping his fingers and whistling, his enthusiasm and joy. In September I met Mary Allen, Corporal Forney’s younger sister on a flight back to Indiana. She shared his story and asked that I remember him. I will. Of course, on Veterans Day, which just passed, we remember all those who wore the uniform, who pledged their lives to freedom’s cause. Yes, because they are owed our grateful devotion, our eternal gratitude, every day — not one day in November. Beyond that though, to forget them, to take them for granted, would be a form of national self-destruction. Decades pass, generations come and go, and values change. In many ways that is the natural course of a society in search of a more perfect union. But those who have defended that Union carry with them unbending values essential to a democracy. Our veterans set an example. They are a monument to the values at the heart of this experiment in liberty. Service and sacrifice. Humility and honor. Loyalty to country and love of countryman. Dedication to others and to causes greater than one’s self. — Panel 2E, row 71. When that young woman went to the Wall, in search of Panel 2E, row 71, it was not just because her grandfather had served with Alvin Forney. It was because, as her grandfather said, he set an example all Americans should be proud to follow. Without citizens like Corporal Forney, there is no America. He is not forgotten. None of our veterans, or the example they set, are. Nor will they ever be.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:38:01Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-seek-nonpartisan-assessment-of-democrats-policies-on-soaring-inflation/,"Young, Colleagues Seek Nonpartisan Assessment of Democrats’ Policies on Soaring Inflation",2022-10-27,2022,2022-10,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), and a group of Senate colleagues today sent a letter to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) requesting a thorough assessment of how the spending and inflationary policies passed by Washington Democrats since the beginning of the Biden Administration will affect the nation’s fiscal future in both the short- and long-term. “We write to obtain CBO’s assessment of the effects of rapid acceleration of interest rates on net interest costs of servicing the $31-trillion-plus, and growing, federal debt, and effects of the runaway 40-year high consumer price inflation that has been hammering American families and eroding workers’ paychecks,” the senators wrote. “Given the upcoming two-day meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee on November 1st and 2nd, at which it is widely expected that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates by at least 75 basis points, please reply as soon as possible after November 2nd so that lawmakers and the public can be equipped with the most accurate data possible when making policy decisions,”the senators continued. Senators Young and Daines were joined by Senators Lummis (R-Wyo.), Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Cornyn (R-Texas), Crapo (R-Idaho), Toomey (R-Pa.), Grassley (R-Iowa), Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Cassidy (R-La.), Thune (R-S.D.), Rounds (R-S.D.), Cramer (R-N.D.), Lankford (R-Okla.), and Scott (R-S.C.).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-mccarthy-and-mcconnell-are-both-right-ukraine,Spartz: McCarthy and McConnell are both right on Ukraine,2022-10-24,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – As someone with firsthand knowledge of the situation in Europe, I urge President Biden and the Democrats to stop playing politics with people’s lives regarding the war in Ukraine. While incorporating Ukrainian war spending into their large wasteful omnibus bills might be a clever political maneuver – as it forces most Republicans to vote “no” - it’s counterproductive to the war effort. In fact, such actions allow Putin to intensify anti-Ukrainian propaganda and divide our country. Even though winter is coming, the Biden administration is still playing reckless politics with energy policies. Understanding the danger of this situation, I recently visited Europe myself and met with a number of stakeholders in Berlin, Brussels, Kyiv and London. I also joined Yulia Yatsyk, a member of the Ukrainian parliament, in Zaporizhzhia. I was impressed by the bravery and boldness of this courageous woman who not only goes to the frontlines to support the brave Ukrainian soldiers but is also not afraid to challenge corrupt government officials in her region. We visited an old monastery near the frontlines founded by the Zaporizhian Sich Cossacks on a very special holiday for Ukraine, October 14 – the Protection of the Mother of God, the Defender of Ukraine Day, Ukrainian Cossacks Day, and the 80th anniversary of the creation of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army. Being an ancestor to freedom loving Zaporizhian Sich Cossacks, I was especially humbled to witness the Cossacks initiation ceremony and share some Cossack “kulish” (porridge) with frontline soldiers. I also was able to visit some major Ukrainian cities and discussed the situation on the ground with the local governments which are doing a tremendous job protecting their cities and their citizens. Life in Ukraine is very hard - hearing artillery shells land close by, being woken up by explosions and machine gun fire, and observing “kamikaze” drones from my hotel window, reminded me what the Ukrainian people are going through on a daily basis. As a mother myself I can only imagine all the worries of Ukrainian mothers. Although, I was inspired again by the spirit and toughness of the Ukrainian people and Ukrainian fighters. They reminded me of the freedom loving Americans who founded our country – brave, patriotic and unwavering. This war is the people’s war against tyranny. However, we cannot underestimate the complexity of the situation and brutality of this war. Therefore, I completely agree with Kevin that Congress cannot send “blank checks” and with Mitch that the Biden administration needs to be “quicker and more proactive” for the sake of freedom loving people fighting this war.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-joins-whip-scalise-and-house-republicans-sending-offshore-energy-letter,Spartz Joins Whip Scalise and House Republicans in Sending Offshore Energy Letter to President Biden,2022-10-20,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz joined Minority Whip Steve Scalise (R-LA), in sending a letter to President Biden regarding the five-year offshore energy leasing plan. The letter demands President Biden and U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland reverse course on the current disastrous energy policies and invest in America’s energy independence by issuing a five-year offshore leasing plan that includes regular annual lease sales in America’s offshore areas. The offshore leasing program is required under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA), mandating the Department of the Interior to finalize a five-year plan before any leasing can occur. While past administrations ensured a smooth transition between schedules, Secretary Haaland broke tradition and severely delayed the release of a proposed program, further undermining American energy production. In the letter, Rep. Spartz and House Republicans underlined the grave consequences of undermining oil and gas exploration, pointing to the ongoing energy catastrophes in Europe and California that led to skyrocketing gasoline and electricity prices for hard-working families. ""President Biden has continuously taken steps that hurt American energy production"" said Rep. Spartz. ""Our letter outlines commonsense actions the President can take to get American energy back on track. We need to develop energy policies, not politics."" The full text of the letter is available here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-shaheen-reintroduce-bipartisan-bill-to-address-student-debt-crisis-by-increasing-institutional-accountability/,"Young, Shaheen Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Address Student Debt Crisis by Increasing Institutional Accountability",2022-10-19,2022,2022-10,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R–Ind.) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) reintroduced their bipartisan bill, The Student Protection and Success Act, which works to curb skyrocketing student debt by increasing higher education institutions’ accountability for their students’ ability to repay their loans and requiring institutions to have a vested interest in the success of their students. The Student Protection and Success Act would enact a series of measures requiring higher education institutions to be held accountable and share responsibility for student success. The bill would remove federal student loan eligibility from all colleges and universities where less than 15 percent of their students are able to begin repaying their loans within three years of graduating or leaving school. The bill would also require schools to pay a “risk-sharing fee” based on the total loan volume their students are not able to repay to the Department of Education and then allocate those funds to support schools that are better assisting low-income students. “Higher education institutions should be preparing graduates for real-life careers, and we must have accountability to ensure students are not saddled with debt on the backs of taxpayers. I’m proud to reintroduce the Student Protection and Success Act so that colleges and universities have an incentive to ensure graduates are able to repay their student loans,” said Senator Young. “When it comes to college affordability, we need to be forward-looking to not only prepare our kids to enter college but also for what comes after, so they can find opportunities and success in the workforce. That’s precisely what our legislation seeks to do,” said Senator Shaheen. “Our bipartisan bill would increase accountability measures for loan repayments on higher education institutions so that they have to keep their promises to borrowers and empower graduates with the resources necessary to succeed after graduation. This bipartisan effort is an investment in student success and the sustainability and strength of our future workforce.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-kaine-call-for-repeal-of-2002-aumf-ahead-of-20th-anniversary/,"Young, Kaine Call For Repeal of 2002 AUMF Ahead of 20th Anniversary",2022-10-14,2022,2022-10,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) released the following statement calling for the passage of their bill to repeal the 2002 Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF). The 2002 AUMF was signed into law nearly 20 years ago—on October 16, 2002—and authorized the use of military force against the Saddam Hussein regime in Iraq. “Decisions as important as whether to send service members into harm’s way warrant careful deliberation and consensus, which is why our Founders gave Congress—rather than any single commander in chief—the power to formally declare and end wars. By failing to repeal outdated and unnecessary AUMFs, Congress is abdicating its responsibility to provide oversight over military action and leaving these war authorizations subject to abuse. It is long past time to reassert Congress’ vital role in these decisions. Our bill has the support of a strong bipartisan majority and deserves a vote on the Senate floor during consideration of the fiscal year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act. We owe it to our nation’s service members, military families, and veterans to pass our legislation repealing the 2002 AUMF and formally end the Iraq War.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-hassan-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-help-foster-youth-obtain-drivers-licenses/,"Young, Hassan Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Foster Youth Obtain Driver’s Licenses",2022-10-05,2022,2022-10,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON– U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) recently introduced a bipartisan bill to help foster youth succeed by helping them obtain driver’s licenses. The process of getting a driver’s license includes high costs and other barriers for foster youth. The Foster Youth and Driving Act works to address these barriers by creating a grant that would help young people in foster care obtain the necessary practice and insurance to get a driver’s license. “Given the hardships faced by young Hoosiers in the foster system, we should do all we can to ensure they have the tools necessary for future success. Our bill would remove some of the existing barriers these individuals face when obtaining a driver’s license,” said Senator Young. “Getting a driver’s license can be an important part of young adulthood – helping young people gain independence and allowing them to access work and education opportunities. Unfortunately, foster youth face financial barriers to getting a driver’s license,” said Senator Hassan.“Our bipartisan bill takes steps to ensure that foster youth have tools to get a license and to access the opportunities that can come along with it.” Transportation is a barrier for foster youth and their opportunities to access education and employment – and can present even more challenges for those in rural areas with limited public transportation. The Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative found that foster youth with driver’s licenses were more likely than their peers to attend school and almost twice as likely to work.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=279,Baird Opposes Massive Spending Bill,2022-09-30,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,IN,James R. Baird,B001307,baird.house.gov,baird,https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C.— Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement opposing the continuing resolution: “For over a year, Hoosier families have watched prices for household essentials skyrocket, forcing many to spend hundreds more each month to keep up with record-breaking inflation as their wages remain stagnant,” said Rep. Baird. “While Congressional Democrats continue to rubber stamp the same spending sprees that are fueling inflation and putting a strain on Hoosier families, I will not support massive spending packages that bankroll radical agendas in stark contrast with Hoosier values, especially when they do nothing to address or even acknowledge this worsening economic crisis. I promised my constituents I would be a good steward of their taxpayer dollars, and I have no intention of breaking that promise.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-spearhead-passage-of-bipartisan-formula-20-bill/,"Young, Colleagues Spearhead Passage of Bipartisan FORMULA 2.0 Bill",2022-09-30,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), in conjunction with Senators Mike Lee (R-Utah), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), spearheaded efforts to pass the Bulk Infant Formula to Retail Shelves Act to further ease the infant formula shortage in the United States. The bill passed the House and Senate yesterday, and it now heads to the President’s desk for signature. The shutdown of the Abbott plant resulted in a nationwide formula shortage and highlighted significant problems in our regulatory process. In May, reports showed that the national out-of-stock rate jumped to 74%. While reports show the stock rate has improved, many retailers are still limiting how much formula families can buy. In July, the FORMULA Act was signed into law by President Biden. The legislation temporarily suspended the tariff for imported formulas. Formula companies have communicated this tariff relief played a massive role in their ability to bring more formula to the United States. The Bulk Infant Formula to Retail Shelves Act continues the progress of the FORMULA Act by temporarily waiving tariffs on infant formula base powder. This bill will help domestic manufacturers increase their production, thus further easing the formula crisis in the United States. Of the bill, Senate leads Young, Lee, Braun, and Menendez said, “We’ve made significant progress in alleviating the American formula crisis, but there’s still work to do. The Bulk Infant Formula to Retail Shelves Act targets another critical component of formula availability by temporarily waiving tariffs on infant formula base powder. This bill will help domestic manufacturers increase their formula production, and ensuring that American babies don’t go unfed.” Of the bill, House leads DelBene, Blumenauer, Smith, Larson, Kildee, and Ferguson said, “The passage of this legislation today is a huge win for families and will be a powerful tool in addressing the ongoing baby formula shortage. This measure, combined with the Formula Act that Congress approved in July, will help get more safe, affordable formula on store shelves and increase domestic production capacity. We thank our colleagues in the House and Senate for their overwhelming bipartisan support on this measure. This shows how we can put families first and show Americans governance can work for them.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:29:59Z https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=278,"Baird, Axne Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Advocate for Our Farmers",2022-09-29,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,IN,James R. Baird,B001307,baird.house.gov,baird,https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) and Congresswoman Cindy Axne (IA-03) introduced the Farmers Deserve Notification Act which gives farmers nine months to adapt to any new restrictions on pesticides. “For the last two years, our nation’s producers have been forced to navigate supply chain issues and skyrocketing input costs which have seriously challenged their ability to feed and clothe the American people,” said Rep. Baird. “The EPA’s creation and rapid implementation of new regulations only further disrupts this vital industry, forcing farmers to adapt quickly at the detriment of their crops and conservation practices. Our producers need time to find alternatives which is why I’m proud to work with Rep. Cindy Axne to require the EPA to give our producers the time they need to adapt so they can continue supplying a safe and affordable food supply without interruption.” “I routinely hear from Iowa farmers about the need for certainty and predictability, especially with the recent supply chain issues stemming from the pandemic,” said Rep. Axne. “Rather than having to navigate last minute restrictions on their inputs, this bipartisan and commonsense legislation will ensure farmers have enough notice on any modifications to their pest management practices while maintaining the EPA’s ability to act immediately when justified. The EPA plays an important role in protecting our environment, and I’ll continue to support practical ideas to ensure their efforts work with, not against, Iowa’s family farmers.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/justice-victims-war-crimes-act-sponsors-react-un-findings-war-crimes-ukraine,Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act Sponsors React To UN Findings of War Crimes in Ukraine,2022-09-29,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – On September 23, 2022, the United Nations’ Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine released findings that Russia has committed war crimes in Ukraine. After visiting 27 towns and interviewing 150 witnesses, the commission reported that Russian troops have committed brutal executions, indiscriminate attacks and sexual and gender-based violence, including against children during their invasion of Ukraine. In response to alleged war crimes in Ukraine earlier this year, Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Democratic Whip Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Rep. David N. Cicilline (D-R.I.) and Congresswoman Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) introduced the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act to update the current United States war crimes statute to enable prosecution of war criminals under jurisdiction of the U.S. courts, regardless of the location or targets of their alleged atrocities. The legislation also extends the statute of limitations for war crimes discovered years after they occur. “This disturbing report confirms that Russian troops are carrying out heinous attacks on innocent Ukrainians as they continue waging an unjust war. These inhumane and unprovoked crimes, conducted under Putin’s watch, cannot go unpunished. The Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act is needed to send a strong message that people who commit war crimes are not welcome here in the U.S. and should be punished, regardless of where their offense was committed,” Grassley said. “Perpetrators committing unspeakable war crimes, such as those unfolding before our very eyes in Ukraine, must be held to account,” Durbin said. “With the UN’s formation of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine, we are sending a clear message to Putin: the world remains steadfast in our commitment to Ukraine and the brave Ukrainian people. And as Co-Chair of the Senate Ukraine Caucus, and Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I will continue to look at various avenues to ensure he pays the price.” “My heart goes out to all those families and individuals suffering due to Putin’s illegal and unwarranted invasion of Ukraine and the horrific atrocities carried out by his troops. These war criminals – all those on the ground, their leaders, and ultimately Vladimir Putin, cannot be allowed to act without consequence. The United States stands with the people of Ukraine, and we must continue our efforts to both weaken Russia through our sanctions regime and strengthen our support for Ukraine via supplies and aid. We need to pass the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act so that when this war ends, none of these war criminals will evade justice for the unconscionable acts they have committed in Ukraine,” said Cicilline. “The atrocities of Russia’s war against the Ukrainian people and POWs are heartbreaking. I have seen and heard it firsthand, but these war crimes have now also been confirmed by the UN. The international community cannot remain silent and must hold accountable not only top leaders who make these ruthless orders, but also military commanders who are willing to obey them,” said Spartz. Current law allows for the prosecution of people who commit war crimes in the U.S. or against Americans abroad, but violators who target non-Americans are not subject to the law even after they enter the U.S. The Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act expands the original war crimes jurisdiction to include war criminals found in the U.S., even if they never targeted U.S. nationals. This would allow the prosecution of those non-Americans who come to the U.S. after committing war crimes against Ukrainians. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-urges-colleagues-support-bipartisan-bicameral-antitrust-reform,"Rep. Spartz Urges Colleagues to Support Bipartisan, Bicameral Antitrust Reform Package",2022-09-29,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz released a statement urging her House colleagues to support a bipartisan, bicameral antitrust reform package, which includes the Merger Filing Fee Modernization, Foreign Merger Subsidy Disclosure, and State Antitrust Enforcement Venue Acts, which passed the House Rules Committee this week and Judiciary Committees earlier this year. This legislation is also led by Sens. Tom Cotton (R-AR), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Mike Lee (R-UT) on the Senate side and is a first step to reform antitrust enforcement. These changes will expand state enforcement, rebalance merger filing fees to user fees from larger stakeholders and increase transparency for certain foreign subsidies. ""Competition and proper antitrust enforcement are essential for free enterprise,” Rep. Spartz said. “Our antitrust laws haven’t been modernized for over a century and need to be aligned with the demands of the 21st century economy in a thoughtful and deliberative way. I am glad to co-lead this bicameral antitrust reform effort to deal with abusive monopoly powers, including infringements on our Constitutional rights by Big Tech.” Full text of the bill is available here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-introduces-legislation-increase-transparency-non-profit-hospitals,Spartz Introduces Legislation to Increase Transparency of Non-Profit Hospitals,2022-09-29,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) introduced the Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act as part of her package to increase competition in health care. Non-profit hospitals have accumulated large monopoly powers in many health care markets, although, according to the 2021 Health Affairs study, they spend considerably less on charity care than for-profit hospitals. The current guidelines for community benefit qualifying hospitals for tax-exempt status are vague and could be abused by stakeholders. Based on multiple studies, including RAND studies performed by the Employers’ Forum of Indiana, Indiana has some of the highest hospital prices and health care monopoly issues in the nation. This legislation clarifies the standards by which non-profit hospitals can qualify for tax exemption. The full legislative text can be viewed here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-honors-former-congressman-mark-souder-on-senate-floor/,VIDEO: Young Honors Former Congressman Mark Souder on Senate Floor,2022-09-29,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) paid tribute to former Indiana Congressman Mark Souder during remarks on the Senate floor. **Click here or above to watch Senator Young’s remarks.** Senator Young’s remarks below: “I want to take a moment this morning to recognize a friend and fellow Hoosier, Mark Souder. He passed away earlier this week after a battle with cancer. “Mark represented, as so many Hoosiers know, northeastern Indiana in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1995 to 2010. He served eight terms. “Before being elected to Congress, he spent years working as a staffer for Indiana Senator Dan Coats. “Anyone who met Mark was struck by his intellect, his innate grasp of policy details, and perhaps most importantly, his passion for service, for serving Hoosiers in particular. “You see, Mark Souder loved northeast Indiana. He loved his constituents. He loved the land, its people and its unique traditions. “He was a strong advocate for Hoosier veterans, in particular, and our national parks during his service in Congress. “He was also a man of many talents and interests. Baseball was one of them. In fact, he wrote about the game’s history and connections to our own state. “Recently, Mark collaborated on a book about the history of television in Fort Wayne. “More personally, I always appreciated Mark’s kindness and support as I began my Congressional career, and I know Mark provided similar assistance and encouragement to others. “I offer my deepest condolences to the Souder family and all of Mark’s friends and loved ones as they mourn his loss.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:29:59Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-urges-biden-administration-safeguard-national-security-and-supply,Rep. Spartz Urges Biden Administration to Safeguard National Security and Supply Chain,2022-09-28,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Victoria Spartz sent a bipartisan, bicameral letter with Reps. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Bill Pascrell (D-NJ), and Sens. Bob Casey (D-PA), John Cornyn (R-TX) and Chuck Schumer (D-NY), urging the Biden Administration to take immediate action to safeguard national security and supply chain resiliency on outbound investments in adversarial states. “When we cede our manufacturing power and technological know-how to foreign adversaries, we are hurting our economy, our global competitiveness, American workers, industry and national security. Government action on this front is long overdue to address the scope and magnitude of these serious risks we face as a country,” the members of Congress wrote. This bipartisan group of lawmakers previously worked together to introduce the National Critical Capabilities Defense Act based on the recommendations of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission created by Congress in 2000, which was stripped from the CHIPS Act of 2022 by the Administration. The legislation would have established an interagency outbound investment review committee in order to better understand the vulnerabilities created in U.S. supply chain as private industries continue to offshore critical capabilities to China and other foreign adversaries. The full letter is available here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-young-sinema-cruz-bill-to-incentivize-more-efficient-airport-construction/,"Senate Passes Young, Sinema, Cruz Bill to Incentivize More Efficient Airport Construction",2022-09-28,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Last night, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed the Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure Act, bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Kyrsten Sinema (D-Ariz.), and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) to incentivize more efficient completion of airport construction projects – saving taxpayer dollars and ensuring the safe and swift completion of economy boosting infrastructure projects. The legislation previously passed the House and now heads to the President’s desk to be signed into law. The Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP) provides funding to help strengthen our nation’s aviation infrastructure, but current law does not allow airports to use AIP funds to incentivize early completion of projects. This bill would expand the eligible uses of AIP funds to help expedite certain federally financed airport development projects. “I am pleased the Senate has passed this bipartisan bill that will help Indiana’s airports continue to make important infrastructure investments,” said Senator Young. “Our state is the Crossroads of America, and Hoosier airports are frequently working to improve their infrastructure and aviation safety with projects on their taxiways and runways. The bill will help Indiana’s airports complete those critical aviation infrastructure projects in the most efficient way possible.” “Passage of our bipartisan Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure Act will give Arizona airports more tools to complete construction projects ahead of schedule. Partnered with the historic investments in the bipartisan infrastructure law, our bill will save Arizona taxpayers money, create more jobs, and fuel faster economic growth for Arizona,” said Senator Sinema, Chair of the Senate Aviation Safety Operations, and Innovation Subcommittee. “The Lone Star State has long been an aviation hub, at the forefront of innovation. I am proud to have joined my colleagues in introducing the Airport Infrastructure Act to ensure we stay on the cutting edge of aviation technology. Texas airports, big and small will benefit from this bill as they update aviation infrastructure and I’m glad to have played a part in getting it done,” said Senator Cruz. AIP provides grants to public agencies and other entities for the planning, development, and execution of infrastructure projects at public-use airports, such as runways and taxiways. The Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure Act would allow airports to use up to $1 million of AIP funding to incentivize the early completion of projects.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:29:59Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-stand-with-sportsmen-introduce-bill-to-stop-the-ban-of-traditional-ammo-and-tackle/,"Young, Colleagues Stand with Sportsmen, Introduce Bill to Stop the Ban of Traditional Ammo & Tackle",2022-09-23,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Steve Daines (R-Mont.), along with 21 additional Senate colleagues, introduced a bill to prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) from banning the use of traditional lead ammunition or tackle on public lands unless such action is supported by the best available science and state wildlife and fish agencies. This bill also comes one week after FWS published a rule that, while expanding access to hunting and fishing at certain wildlife refuges, prohibited the use of lead ammunition and fishing tackle.Last spring, FWS entered into settlement negotiations with activist organizations over a lawsuit regarding the use of traditional ammunition and lead on over 3 million acres of federal land. Senators Young and Daines were joined by U.S. Senators John Thune (R-S.D.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Dan Sullivan (R-Ala.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.). Quotes of Support: “Both The Bass Federation and The Walleye Federation and our various chapters in 49 states fully support this proposed legislation by Senator Daines and others. History has proven there are no better stewards and supporters of fish, game, conservation and our natural resources than Anglers and Hunters we would not support anything that would endanger those resources. But we simply cannot support blanket federal bans that effect millions of acres of publicly owned resources when it is purely political overreach and there is simply no science or data to support it.” –Robert Cartlidge President and CEO, The Bass Federation and The Walleye Federation",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:29:59Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-leads-bipartisan-bicameral-ukraine-human-rights-policy-act/,"Young Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Ukraine Human Rights Policy Act",2022-09-23,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), along with Congressmen Pat Fallon (R-Texas) and Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif.), introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Ukraine Human Rights Policy Act of 2022. This legislation would put in place a robust mechanism to hold the Russian Federation accountable for the countless human rights abuses it has committed against the people of Ukraine. “I have met with the spouses and mothers of Ukrainian soldiers currently imprisoned by Russian thugs who have no idea if their loved ones are alive or dead. I have met with Ukrainians who have suffered in unspeakable ways going back to Russia’s first invasion of Crimea in 2014. Russia’s egregious human rights abuses must be met with accountability, both today and in the future. By ensuring strong sanctions are placed on the Russian Federation, this bill marks a step toward justice for the thousands of Ukrainians suffering at the hands of Russia’s barbaric aggression in Ukraine. I’m proud to lead this bipartisan bill to hold Vladimir Putin accountable and urge its passage by Congress,” said Senator Young. Specifically, this bill would: Establish a congressional nomination process for human rights sanctions in Sec. 228 of Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA); Amend the Sense of Congress in Sec. 252 of CAATSA to solidify support for Ukraine and to further condemn the Russian Federation and its use of paramilitary organizations; Update U.S. policy to address individuals involved in/assisting in Russia’s forced relocation, detention, and filtration activities within Ukraine and in Russia; Require the annual State Department human rights report include details on human rights abuses in Ukraine and details on forced relocation and detention by Russia; and Require a classified report to Congress on the scope of Russia’s war crimes, including abuses to human rights. Senator Rosen issued the following statement: “The horrific atrocities committed by Russia in Ukraine – including the recent discovery of mass graves filled with innocent Ukrainian men, women, and children – cannot go unanswered. As we continue to stand with Ukraine in pursuing justice for these crimes, I’m helping introduce bipartisan legislation to hold Russia accountable for its human rights abuses, and I thank Senator Young and Representatives Panetta and Fallon for their partnership on this bill.” Congressman Fallon stated: “I could not think of a more fitting bill to introduce with my House and Senate colleagues following the UN Security Council Meeting and the horrific mass graves uncovered in Izyum. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine reflects Vladimir Putin’s complete disregard for human life. Reports indicate that Vladimir Putin’s war machine is responsible for the forced relocation of over 1 million Ukrainian citizens and almost 15,000 civilian casualties. It’s barbarism such as this that has led my colleagues and I to this legislation. Vladimir Putin and the Russian Federation deserve to be held accountable for every atrocity that they have committed. “The Ukraine Human Rights Policy Act of 2022 provides the United States more tools to accomplish this very goal. The world must ensure justice for every man, woman, and child of Ukraine.” Congressman Panetta added: “As Russia continues its ruthless and remorseless attack on Ukraine, the Ukrainian people are experiencing, and the world is witnessing human rights atrocities. By expanding the authority to apply sanctions against Russia, our Ukraine Human Rights Policy Act is a device to hold Russia accountable for its heinous acts and a deterrent against further crimes against humanity. This bipartisan legislation is consonant with the United States leadership on assisting Ukraine and countering Russia and consistent with our values as the world’s leading democracy.” Foundation for Defense of Democracies Action provided the following statement of support:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:29:59Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/sen-rick-scott-rep-victoria-spartz-pow-rights-red-cross-mission-must-be,"Sen. Rick Scott & Rep. Victoria Spartz: POW Rights, Red Cross Mission Must Be Protected",2022-09-22,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Rick Scott and Congresswoman Victoria Spartz (R-IN) released the following statement after meeting with Ukrainian soldiers who were recently held by Russia as prisoners of war (POW), as well as the family members of current Ukrainian POWs. Russian forces are denying Ukrainian POWs the right guaranteed to them under the Geneva Convention to be visited by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Congresswoman Spartz has been in contact with Patrick Hamilton, the Head of the ICRC's Delegation to the United States and Canada. Following yesterday's meeting with these Ukrainian service members and families, Senator Scott also spoke with Patrick Hamilton to express his strong support for the ICRC's mission and work to visit POWs and ensure proper treatment of these individuals in accordance with international treaties and laws. “Since Russia’s unlawful and violent invasion of Ukraine began, we have heard horrific stories of brutal violence both on and off the battlefield. Putin has laid bare his evil intentions for the world to see, and we cannot ignore it. While we have received many briefings here in Washington on the battles across Ukraine, hearing firsthand from these Ukrainian POWs and the family members of those currently being held by Russian forces this week further exposed the unbelievable brutality of Russia’s war. It is essential that the ICRC have full access to all POWs. We fully support the ICRC’s work of ensuring the human rights of POWs are protected and will never tolerate action to hinder its access or otherwise strip the rights afforded to POWs and humanitarian organization under the Geneva Convention.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-resolution-recognizing-september-as-national-workforce-development-month/,Senate Passes Resolution Recognizing September as National Workforce Development Month,2022-09-21,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– Last night, the Senate passed a resolution introduced by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) recognizing September 2022 as National Workforce Development Month. “Americans know that, in order to compete on the global stage, we must train our workers for the jobs of tomorrow. By investing in workforce training, we are investing in ourselves,” said Senator Young. “This resolution highlights the importance of workforce development in providing a pathway to a meaningful career and a chance to live the American Dream.” “From clean energy and advanced manufacturing to sustainable agriculture and innovative technology, we need to ensure that the American workforce is ready to meet the challenges of the 21st century economy,” said Senator Feinstein. “Our resolution recognizes the vital role workforce development plays in growing America’s next generation of workers as well as supporting the advancement of current professionals looking for new employment opportunities.” In addition to Senators Young, Feinstein, Scott, and Baldwin the resolution is also cosponsored by Senators Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Bob Casey (D-Pa.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Christopher Coons (D-Del.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), and Christopher Murphy (D-Conn.). Full text of the resolution is available here and below: Designating September 2022 as “National Workforce Development Month”. Whereas investment in the education, training, and career advancement of the workforce in the United States, known as “workforce development”, is crucial to the ability of the United States to compete in the global economy; Whereas collaboration among Governors, local governments, State and local education, workforce, and human services agencies, community colleges, local businesses, employment service providers, community-based organizations, and workforce development boards provides for long-term, sustainable, and successful workforce development across traditional sectors and emerging industries; Whereas the number of jobs that require more than a high school diploma but not a 4-year degree is projected to increase by roughly 23 percent by 2030. Whereas 76 percent of business leaders say greater investment in skills training would help their businesses; Whereas in 2021, a record 47.4 million Americans quit their jobs, many of whom did so to try to improve their employment situation. Whereas, as of July 2022 in the United States— (1) roughly 5,700,000 individuals are unemployed; (2) unemployment rates for Black and Hispanic adults are well above the unemployment rates for White adults; (3) workers without postsecondary education and training are more likely to be unemployed; (4) more than half of the jobs lost due to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID–19) pandemic were by workers earning less than $40,000 per year; and (5) according to a recent poll, 44 percent of U.S. workers said their current job may be at risk due to new developments in technology and automation, while 50 percent said they would retrain for a career in a different field or industry if they had the opportunity; Whereas, in 2014, Congress reauthorized the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.) with overwhelming bipartisan support in recognition of the need to strengthen the focus of the United States on the skills necessary to effectively prepare individuals for employment in local and regional industries; Whereas the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.) supports employment, training, and support services for individuals with barriers to employment, including— (1) individuals who earn low incomes; (2) individuals who are out of work, including the long-term unemployed; (3) individuals displaced by outsourcing; (4) individuals living in rural areas or areas with persistently high unemployment; (5) individuals looking to learn new skills; and (6) individuals with disabilities; Whereas the more than 550 workforce development boards and 2,400 American Job Centers are a driving force behind growing regional economies by providing training, resources, and assistance to workers who aim to compete in the 21st century economy; Whereas ongoing State and local implementation of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.) provides unprecedented opportunities to develop the skills of workers in the United States through access to effective, quality workforce education and training, including the development and delivery of proven strategies such as sector partnerships, career pathways, integrated education and training, work-based learning models, and paid internships; Whereas, in 2022, programs authorized under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.) are projected to serve more than 5000,000 young people and adults. Whereas State programs established under the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 49 et seq.)— (1) ensured that nearly 2,500,000 workers, including more than 146,000 veterans and more than 120,000 individuals with disabilities, had access to career services virtually and through American Job Centers during the 2020 program year; and (2) are a foundational part of the workforce development system; Whereas community colleges and other workforce development training providers across the United States are well situated— (1) to train the next generation of workers in the United States; and (2) to address the educational challenges created by emerging industries and technological advancements; Whereas participation in a career and technical education (referred to in this preamble as “CTE”) program decreases the risk of students dropping out of high school, and all 50 States and the District of Columbia report higher graduation rates for CTE students, as compared to other students; Whereas community and technical colleges operate as open access institutions serving millions of students annually at a comparatively low cost; Whereas the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Public Law 115–224; 132 Stat. 1563) supports the development and implementation of high-quality CTE programs that— (1) combine rigorous academic content with occupational skills; and (2) serve approximately 12,300,000 high school and college students across the country; Whereas there are nearly 600,000 registered apprentices in the United States, and there is growing and bipartisan support for expanding quality earn-and-learn strategies to help current and future workers gain skills and work experience; Whereas the federally supported workforce system and partner programs— (1) have helped rebuild the economy of the United States and provide increased economic opportunities; and (2) provide a pathway into 21st century jobs that support families while ensuring that businesses in the United States find the skilled workforce needed to compete in the global economy; and Whereas workforce development is crucial to sustaining economic security for workers in the United States: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate— (1) designates September 2022 as “National Workforce Development Month”; (2) supports Federal initiatives to promote workforce development; and",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-requests-blinken-urgently-rebuild-our-diplomatic-mission-ukraine,Spartz Requests Blinken to Urgently Rebuild our Diplomatic Mission in Ukraine,2022-09-15,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Spartz sent a letter to Secretary Blinken on her recent return from Europe and Ukraine this week urging him to provide full and prompt support to Ambassador Brink to rebuild our mission in Ukraine. ""I am impressed and inspired by the bravery of the resilient Ukrainian people and the heroic Ukrainian army,"" Spartz said. ""We need strong American leadership to provide proper oversight and assistance. Expediting our efforts in this area will be crucial for maintaining support from the American people and helping the Ukrainian people win this brutal war and establish proper democratic institutions.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-stabenow-introduce-bipartisan-early-pell-promise-act/,"Young, Stabenow Introduce Bipartisan Early Pell Promise Act",2022-09-15,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) introduced bipartisan legislation to help make sure that students who work hard to get into college can enroll regardless of their financial circumstances. Under current law, students only find out how much financial aid they will receive right before attending college. The Early Pell Promise Actwould provide more financial certainty for families by pre-qualifying certain students for full Pell Grant support starting as early as the eighth grade. It also would ensure that families and students who pre-qualify for aid receive additional information about the cost of college attendance and student financial aid. “Many Hoosier families would benefit from knowing how much financial aid they can count on receiving long before their child’s first day of college. The Early Pell Promise Act works to ensure young Hoosiers are set up for success in our higher education system through pre-qualification for Pell grants as early as the eighth grade. This will help more students to afford higher education and plan for a prosperous future,” said Senator Young. “Too many young people in Michigan aren’t aware of the resources available to help them find the right college, let alone how to make it a reality,” said Senator Stabenow. “Every child in America, no matter their financial situation, should know that if they work hard, study hard, and get good grades, the opportunity to attend college will be available after high school.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-bill-makes-taxpayers-advocacy-groups-no-brainers-list/,Young Bill Makes Taxpayers Advocacy Group’s “No-Brainers” List,2022-09-14,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, a bill introduced by U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) – the Emergency Savings Act – was selected by the National Taxpayers Union (NTU) for its 12th annual “No Brainers” list. NTU is an advocacy organization that fights for responsible tax policy and spending reductions throughout the federal government. Each year, NTU selects ten “no-brainer” bills that can bridge the partisan divide. Each bill meets three important criteria: 1) it has bipartisan support, 2) it has not been on a prior NTU “No Brainers” list, and 3) it is a common-sense solution to a real problem facing taxpayers. “I’m proud that my Emergency Savings Act made NTU’s annual ‘No Brainers’ list for Congress to pass this year. This bill is a common-sense, bipartisan solution that would help families create stable emergency savings for unforeseen expenses, while keeping retirement accounts intact for the future,” said Senator Young. “Senator Young has been a leader in Congress when it comes to helping more Americans save more for emergency needs, which is why NTU is proud to include his Emergency Savings Act in our 12th annual No Brainers list. NTU applauds Senator Young and his bipartisan partner on this legislation, Senator Booker, for their thoughtful work on this pro-consumer, pro-taxpayer bill,”said Andrew Lautz, Director of Federal Policy for National Taxpayers Union. Senator Young introduced the bipartisan Emergency Savings Act earlier this year to help Americans build savings for the future. The bill would facilitate convenient and affordable access to workplace emergency savings accounts, improving financial security and reducing retirement savings leakage. Separating emergency savings from one’s retirement savings account will provide participants a better understanding that one account is for short-term emergency needs and the other is for long-term retirement savings, thus empowering employees to handle unexpected financial shocks without jeopardizing their long-term financial security in retirement through emergency hardship withdrawals. The Emergency Savings Account Act builds upon work by Senators Young and Booker to develop this concept over the last several years, including the Strengthening Financial Security Through Short-Term Savings Accounts Act of 2021. To see what supporters are saying about the Emergency Savings Act, click here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:29:59Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-call-on-leader-schumer-to-safeguard-national-security-by-voting-on-ndaa/,"Young, Colleagues Call on Leader Schumer to Safeguard National Security by Voting on NDAA",2022-09-14,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), along with 21 other Senate colleagues, sent a letterto U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) calling for a Senate vote on the FY2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) before the end of September. The U.S. House of Representatives approved its version of the legislation in July, with a broad, bipartisan majority voting in support. The letter invoked the words of George Washington while calling on Leader Schumer to schedule a vote on the NDAA in time for an open Senate amendment process to take place. Among other priorities, the legislation funds military technology, strengthens capabilities, and delivers a 4.6 percent pay raise to America’s service members. “At the founding of our nation, then-General George Washington penned, “When the civil and military powers cooperate, and afford mutual aid to each other there can be little doubt of things going well. Two centuries later, that still rings true. Yet should this body fail in its top Constitutional responsibility of providing for a common defense, our armed services will be left directionless, lack stable funding, and be devoid of civilian Congressional oversight,” the senators wrote. “Members of the House passed their NDAA on July 14th, by a vote of 329 – 101,” the senators continued.“For the bill to go to conference and make it to President Biden’s desk, our colleagues must have the opportunity to debate the Senate version with an open amendment process. As such, we the undersigned respectfully request that you call the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 to the Senate floor before the conclusion of the September work period.” Joining Senators Young and Tuberville in the letter are U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-Texas), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Dan Sullivan (R-Ark.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.). A copy of the letter can be found hereand below. Leader Schumer, At the founding of our nation, then-General George Washington penned, “When the civil and military powers cooperate, and afford mutual aid to each other there can be little doubt of things going well.” Two centuries later, that still rings true. Yet should this body fail in its top Constitutional responsibility of providing for a common defense, our armed services will be left directionless, lack stable funding, and be devoid of civilian Congressional oversight. Chairman Reed and Ranking Member Inhofe saw to it that the FY2023 National Defense Authorization Act remained bipartisan and the result safeguards the United States. Additionally, the bill invests in technology advancements and procurement through a $45 billion budget topline increase, provides service members with a 4.6 percent pay raise, and strengthens our forces in cybersecurity, space, the Indo-Pacific, personnel management, and many other areas. Members of the House passed their NDAA on July 14th, by a vote of 329 – 101. For the bill to go to conference and make it to President Biden’s desk, our colleagues must have the opportunity to debate the Senate version with an open amendment process. As such, we the undersigned respectfully request that you call the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 to the Senate floor before the conclusion of the September work period. Respectfully,",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:29:59Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-introduce-comprehensive-regulatory-and-permitting-reform-legislation/,"Young, Colleagues Introduce Comprehensive Regulatory and Permitting Reform Legislation",2022-09-13,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), and 37 senators recently introduced the Simplify Timelines and Assure Regulatory Transparency (START) Act. The bill would allow for comprehensive federal regulatory permitting and project review reform. “Permitting delays, regulatory inefficiencies, and red tape are all reasons why our nation’s energy infrastructure – from renewable energy to fossil fuel projects – are stuck in limbo,” said Senator Young. “At a time when advancing our domestic energy security is vitally important, the START Act is a much-needed step to reduce self-imposed barriers and provide certainty for our supply chains.” “Since our calls for action and offers to see legislative text from the permitting ‘deal’ remain unheeded, Republicans are introducing this legislation today to deliver solutions to the roadblocks, delays, and postponements of key infrastructure projects across the country,” said Ranking Member Capito. “The START Act would provide regulatory certainty to states, expedite permitting and review processes, codify substantive environmental regulatory reforms, and expedite permitting of the critically important Mountain Valley Pipeline. Republicans are unified in working to deliver needed permitting reform, and this legislation is a blueprint for how we can help communities benefit from being able to finally get critical projects across the finish line.” Cosponsors of the legislation include U.S. Senators Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), John Thune (R-S.D.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Roy Blunt (R-Mo.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Ben Sasse (R-Neb.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Pat Toomey (R-Pa.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Richard Shelby (R-Ala.), Richard Burr (R-N.C.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), and Marco Rubio (R-Fla.). Full text of the legislation can be found here. A section by section summary can be found here and below. BILL DETAILS: Section 2 – Codification of NEPA Regulations Codifies the Trump Administration’s modernized National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations. Section 3 – Providing Regulatory Certainty Codifies the Trump Administration’s Navigable Waters Protection Rule’s definition of “waters of the United States” under the Clean Water Act. Codifies the Trump Administration’s Section 401 Certification Rule under the Clean Water Act to prevent state actions that unreasonably block energy projects. Codifies Nationwide Permits issued in 2021 that streamline Section 404 permitting for the development of critical energy projects and other activities under the Clean Water Act. Lengthens the available approval term of permits issued under delegated state water permit programs from 5 to 10 years. Section 4 – Limiting New Red Tape and Costs for Gasoline and Other Fuels Prohibits the use and adoption of the Biden Administration’s interim estimates for the “social cost of greenhouse gases” and any other estimates that may raise gasoline prices. Section 5 – Expediting Permitting and Review Processes Codifies key elements of the One Federal Decision framework for energy projects, including timely approvals for projects, permitting review schedules for projects that are no longer than two years, and limitations on the page length of environmental documents. Provides litigation certainty on the timing of judicial challenges to energy project approvals. Allows agencies to share and use one another’s categorical exclusions for energy projects under NEPA. Section 6 – States’ Authorities in Hydraulic Fracturing Regulations Grants states the sole authority to promulgate or enforce any regulation, guidance, or permit requirement regarding hydraulic fracturing on or under any land within their boundaries. Clarifies that the exclusivity of this regulation applies to all federal lands located in the state. Section 7 – Federal Lands Freedom Act Grants states the right to develop energy resources on the federal lands located within their borders. This section gives states the ability to proactively and responsibly develop energy on federal lands. Allows a state to develop a regulatory program governing the leasing and permitting of energy activities on its federal land. Section 8 – Expedited Approval for the Mountain Valley Pipeline Expedites the approval for the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) project within 21 days of enactment. This section paves the way for another American energy revolution by taking concrete steps to buck the policies that are holding American energy producers back to the benefit of hostile regimes with inferior environmental standards. Section 9 – Reducing Timeframes for Endangered Species Act Consultations Reforms the Section 7 consultation process under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) by shortening consultation timelines from 90 to 60 days. Also shortens thresholds for ending or extending consultation times from 150 to 100 days. This section reforms a well-known roadblock to efficient permitting. Section 10 – New Source Review Permitting Improvement Act Reforms the New Source Review (NSR) program under the Clean Air Act. This environmental regulation actually prevents industry from making upgrades to existing facilities to improve efficiency and reduce emissions. Provides greater regulatory certainty about when facility upgrades require a permit. Section 11 – No Retroactive Permit Vetoes Clarifies existing law to promote timely and thorough consideration of Clean Water Act Section 404 permits, and eliminates unfair and confusing permitting actions in order to support domestic energy production. Section 12 – Policy Review under the Clean Air Act Strikes the statutory mandate under the Clean Air Act Section 309 that EPA review and comment on newly authorized federal projects for construction or any major federal action that falls under NEPA for environmental review as well as agency regulations.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:29:59Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-joins-scott-colleagues-in-effort-to-protect-charter-schools/,"Young Joins Scott, Colleagues in Effort to Protect Charter Schools",2022-09-12,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Last week, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.), along with 20 colleagues, introduced Congressional Review Act (CRA) legislation to nullify the Biden administration’s new rules adding burdensome requirements to charter schools seeking funding. “Our Hoosier students and families deserve to choose the type of school that best suits their needs, including high-quality public charter schools. That’s why I joined a resolution challenging the Biden administration’s burdensome new restrictions on charter schools seeking federal funding,” said Senator Young. “Time and time again, this administration has bowed to big-labor unions and liberal extremists at the expense of children’s futures. Now they are outdoing themselves with rules that will undermine charter schools — tuition-free, top-notch public education options that serve primarily disadvantaged students,” said Senator Scott. “Support for these schools has never been a partisan issue. It’s time the administration put politics aside and joined parents in the fight for quality education.” Cosponsors of the resolution include Senators Richard Burr (R-N.C.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), James Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Rand Paul (R-Ky.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), and Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.). Background: Earlier this year, the Department of Education announced new rules overhauling the 28-year-old, bipartisan Charter School Program (CSP). The changes would place federal, one-size-fits-all requirements on charter schools, making it difficult — if not impossible — for many of these high-quality public schools to receive funding. Despite substantial bipartisan backlash, the administration is moving ahead with its plans, which will strip families of education choice and give more power to big labor unions and bureaucrats in D.C. Click here to read about the CRA in Fox News.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:29:59Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-releases-op-ed-preventing-another-public-health-crisis/,Young Releases Op-Ed: “Preventing Another Public Health Crisis”,2022-09-12,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) released an op-ed on his legislation to fight antimicrobial resistance. The Pioneering Antimicrobial Subscriptions to End Upsurging Resistance (PASTEUR) Act would encourage development of innovative antibiotics to treat resistant infections and improve appropriate antibiotic use for Hoosiers. The full op-ed is below and available for publication: Preventing Another Public Health Crisis By Senator Todd Young The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated America’s vulnerability to catastrophic public health crises. And it highlighted the urgency of taking reasonable measures to prevent them in the future. While it is not dominating current news headlines, the next public health crisis is already here: the emergence of bacteria resistant to antibiotic treatment. Antimicrobials—including antibiotics—play a fundamental role in our health care system’s most common and most complex medical procedures, preventing infection, fighting disease, and saving lives along the way. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs naturally when bacteria and other microbes evolve traits that make them more difficult to kill. Unfortunately, the overuse and misuse of life-saving antibiotics have dangerously accelerated this natural process, increasingly burdening our health system with infections that cannot be as effectively treated with antibiotics. In fact, research shows that roughly 30 percent of antibiotics used in hospitals are unnecessary or prescribed incorrectly. As it stands, AMR is already far from an abstract public health threat. Today, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that antibiotic resistance kills someone in the United States every 15 minutes, amounting to at least 35,000 lives lost annually. And unless our pharmaceutical innovators create new, more potent drugs, AMR is expected to be the leading cause of death worldwide by 2050. Yet as these resistant infections rise and deaths are projected to increase, the global pipeline of antibiotics in development remains stagnant. This is because drug makers everywhere face unique disincentives when it comes to developing new antimicrobials: to slow AMR and keep these medications effective for as long as possible, many doctors rightly try to limit their use to only those cases in which they are truly necessary. But this limited use can result in low sale volumes, making it difficult for the companies developing and producing these innovative antibiotics to stay in business. As a result, there are far too few drugs in development to treat the most dangerous pathogens. Over the last several decades, we have made significant advancements in areas like cancer, organ transplantation, and cystic fibrosis. But these advancements are undermined as patients lose their lives to untreatable resistant infections. Common procedures like hip and knee replacements and caesarian sections carry serious infection risks and are becoming more dangerous as our antibiotic options dwindle. This is a growing public health threat, and Hoosiers should not have to worry that antibiotics are not doing their intended job. Our health system must preemptively combat antibiotic resistance and ensure we do not return to an era when even a simple medical procedure could be deadly. The PASTEUR Act, which I introduced with Senator Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), incentivizes the development of new antibiotics, spurring urgently needed innovation. Currently, the drug reimbursement system in our country rewards volume, not value. The federal government pays for antimicrobials in a way that fails to drive innovation or appropriate use. The PASTEUR Act would introduce a new model for paying for novel antimicrobials—one that incentivizes the development of antimicrobials based upon the value they provide for public health, rather than the volume used. The PASTEUR Act would help reinvigorate the antibiotics pipeline by providing sizable, subscription-based government contracts for access to innovative, high-priority antibiotics. Importantly, the federal government only pays once – the subscription payment is all-inclusive, and the PASTEUR Act only pays for success. This approach addresses the core issue confronting the antibiotics market: the pressing need for effective, innovative drugs that don’t have high sales potential. At the same time, the PASTEUR Act would focus on educating health care providers on how to avoid overuse or misuse of these life-saving medications in order to slow the emergence of antibiotic-resistant pathogens. It is a proactive initiative to meet an emerging crisis head on. Every year we wait to address the crisis of AMR is another year patients and providers must struggle to access life-saving medicines. After our nation has endured a pandemic, this is the type of much-needed reform to our health system that all Americans will support. Our hard-earned experience from the last public health crisis can lead to a renewed motivation to prepare for the next one before it’s too late. Let’s pass the PASTEUR Act.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:29:59Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-bill-to-rename-st-joseph-va-clinic-in-honor-of-late-rep-jackie-walorski/,Senate Passes Bill to Rename St. Joseph VA Clinic in Honor of Late Rep. Jackie Walorski,2022-09-08,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– Today, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed legislation to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Clinic in Mishawaka, Indiana the “Jackie Walorski VA Clinic.” The bill, supported by the entire Indiana House delegation, passed the House of Representatives last month and will now go to the President’s desk to be signed into law. Indiana Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) introduced an identical version of the bill in the Senate. “Jackie was a good friend and committed public servant, and we miss her deeply. During her service, Jackie never lost sight of protecting our Hoosier veterans. Renaming the Mishawaka VA Clinic in Jackie’s honor is just one way her legacy will live on for years to come,” said Senator Young. “Jackie Walorski dedicated her life to serving Hoosiers, and had a special passion for helping veterans and their families get the benefits they have earned. It is right that this VA Clinic be named in Jackie Walorski’s honor,” said Senator Braun. On Wednesday, August 3, Rep. Walorski died in a tragic car accident while traveling in Indiana’s second district. Rep. Walorski served on the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs during her congressional career, and she championed important reforms to improve the quality and accessibility of services for our nation’s military veterans and the lives of veteran constituents at home. Her tireless work on behalf of veterans included helping to secure the new Mishawaka VA clinic, which opened in 2017 to improve access to care for Hoosier veterans.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-sends-independence-day-congratulations-heroic-ukrainian-people,Spartz Sends Independence Day Congratulations to Heroic Ukrainian People,2022-08-24,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Transcript (EN): I’m Victoria Spartz, Congresswoman of Indiana’s Fifth Congressional District. As the only Ukrainian born member of Congress, I wanted to congratulate all Ukrainians on this Independence Day. You have shown the world what it truly means to defend your freedoms and protect your democracy. The American people stand with you. I have spent the months since Putin’s invasion of Ukraine vocalizing my support for my birth country. But with billions of US dollars going to Ukraine, we must demand accountability. Not only for the American taxpayers, but also for the sake of the brave Ukrainians fighting Russian aggression and sacrificing their lives. Congress must ask the tough questions so we can help critical aid reach the Ukrainian military and help defeat Putin’s aggression. As a member of the House Judiciary Committee, I will continue to demand proper oversight and the need for streamlined logistic processes to improve efficiencies of aid delivery to Ukraine, mitigate risks of sabotage, and provide assurances for American taxpayers. I spent half my life in Ukraine. I have family, friends, and relatives there. I know the history of the country. My family personally suffered under Stalin and Hitler. I have a heritage of Zaporizhian Sich Cossacks and a “Viking” bloodline. Free Ukraine is in our national interest and the west must win! I am sending Ukrainians strength today from my home here in Indiana. Translation (UA): Я - Вікторія Спарц, Kонгресвумен від п'ятого округу Конгресу штату Індіана. Як єдиний член Конгресу, яка народилаcя в Україні, я хотіла б привітати всіх українців із цим Днем Незалежності. Ви показали всьому світу, що насправді означає відстоювати свої свободи та захищати свою демократію. Американський народ солідарний із вами. Після вторгнення Путіна в Україну, протягом усіх цих місяців я висловлювала свою підтримку моїй рідній країні. Але оскільки в Україну течуть мільярди доларів США, ми повинні вимагати відповідальності. Не лише заради американських платників податків, а й заради хоробрих українців, які борються з російською агресією та жертвують своїм життям. Конгрес має ставити гострі питання, щоб дозволити критично важливій допомозі дійти до українських військових та здобути перемогу над агресією Путіна. Як член судового комітету Палати представників, я продовжуватиму вимагати належного контролю та необхідності покращення логістичних процесів для підвищення ефективності доставки допомоги в Україну, зниження ризиків саботажу та забезпечення гарантій для американських платників податків. Півжиття я провела в Україні. Там у мене сім'я, друзі та родичі. Я знаю історію країни. Моя сім'я особисто постраждала від Сталіна та Гітлера. У мене є коріння козаків Запорізької Січі та родовід вікінгів. Вільна Україна – це наш національний інтерес і Захід має перемогти! Сьогодні з мого дoму тут в Індіані, я посилаю силу українцям. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/president-biden-we-cannot-betray-brave-ukrainian-people-and-fighters-inaction,President Biden: We Cannot Betray Brave Ukrainian People and Fighters – Inaction Equals Sabotage,2022-08-22,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Spartz sent a letter to President Biden, Secretary Blinken, Secretary Austin and General Milley urging them to improve efficiency and volume of direct lethal aid to Ukraine, implement P2P (point to point) logistics to the frontline, and establish an advisory and oversight joint task force in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine for distribution of financial aid to address high risks of incompetency, corruption, infiltration and abuse of power in the Ukrainian government. “Last week, I visited Ukraine for the 7th time since the war started and was very impressed with our new diplomatic team in Ukraine”, Rep. Spartz said. “However, the Biden Administration has to take some urgent actions for our strategic mission to succeed and save Ukrainian lives”. See the full letter here and video from the frontline. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-anti-police-rhetoric-must-stop-and-we-have-support-our-police-0,Spartz: Anti-Police Rhetoric Must Stop and We Have to Support our Police Officers on the Frontlines Daily,2022-08-22,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Carmel, IN - Amidst an ever-changing news cycle, I remain extremely concerned about rising anti-police sentiment across our country. Baseless claims of institutionalized police violence, oppression and incompetence avoid a simple and undeniable truth – strong and well-funded police departments make our communities safer. An Obama Administration report confirmed this, concluding that a 10% increase in the size of a police force leads to as much as a 10% reduction in crime. The bipartisan takeaway is clear – the most important way we can increase public safety is by increasing support for our police, men and women who serve on the frontlines every day to protect us. An alarming consequence of the anti-police narrative in our country is that it is now more dangerous than ever to serve as a police officer. The numbers confirm this – in 2021 there were 73 officers murdered nationwide in the line of duty, and as of August 18, 2022, 42 officers have been tragically killed this year. Historic numbers pale in comparison to what we are seeing today. One of these tragedies occurred in my district in July, when Elwood, Indiana Police Officer Noah Shahnavaz was murdered while conducting a routine traffic stop. Noah dedicated his life to serving and protecting his country and community, spending five years in the military before joining the Elwood Police Department last year. I recently had the privilege to meet with Noah’s incredible parents and learn about their son. His father, Matthew, shared a story with me that truly reflects Noah’s character. Image Matthew Shahnavaz, Laurie Shahnavaz, Congresswoman Victoria Spartz, Elwood Police Chief Brizendine Matthew, like many parents, did not understand Noah’s “gaming” habit, encouraging him to spend his time more wisely. After Noah’s tragic and untimely death, an unknown friend from Canada came through the visitation line, sobbing. Noah had befriended him online, talked him through a difficult time, and prevented him from taking his life. Noah’s parents were stunned – they had no idea Noah had saved someone’s life while online. It turns out, he had helped multiple people with their mental health struggles in this way. We must remember that it is individuals like Noah who are placed in danger when anti-police attitudes are peddled by those in power, and we must continue to back our police departments for the support they provide and the safety they uphold. A strong, well-funded police department is the backbone of a safe community and free republic, and I am committed to using my position in the United States Congress to fully support our men and women in blue.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-releases-op-ed-on-chips-and-science-act/,Young Releases Op-Ed on CHIPS and Science Act,2022-08-18,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"America went on offense against the Chinese Communist Party earlier this month. Legislation I worked on for years to out-innovate and outcompete China was signed into law on August 9. The legislation went by many titles – the Endless Frontier Act, the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act, and finally the CHIPS and Science Act. No matter its name, enacting this legislation into law is a win for Indiana and a bold investment in America’s national security. I wrote the original version of this bill recognizing that we are in an ongoing global power competition with China. In many crucial areas, Beijing is gaining ground or even ahead of the U.S. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has invested $14 trillion in the frontier technologies that will shape our modern economy and decide winners of future wars – technologies like quantum computing, robotics, and Artificial Intelligence. China has even made advances in hypersonic technology, which allows missiles carrying nuclear projectiles to travel at five times the speed of sound while evading our current defense systems. In the last year, Hoosiers saw just how vulnerable – militarily and economically – America is to an increasingly technologically superior China. First, China tested a nuclear-capable hypersonic missile capable of circling the earth before speeding towards and hitting a target. Then, closer to home America’s supply chain ground to a halt because of a shortage of semiconductors, leaving plants like General Motors in Fort Wayne sitting idle. These tiny chips bring life to our cellphones, cars, appliances – almost anything with a motor or a plug, including our military platforms. Many of our major domestic industries were put on pause because we are so reliant on other nations for computer chips. America makes only 12 percent of the global supply of semiconductors, and China is investing heavily in semiconductor production. China accounted for less than four percent of the market half a decade ago, but is now on pace to control roughly 20 percent of the market by 2024. If China produces more and more of the world’s supply of semiconductors, America’s economy and security could be at the mercy of the CCP, especially in the event of another pandemic or war. After all, 90 percent the chips in our military hardware are currently made overseas. This is all part of Beijing’s bet to beat America. But the CHIPS and Science Act helps America counter that bet. This new law provides $52.7 billion to jumpstart semiconductor production here in the United States. A thriving domestic chip industry will prevent future supply chain stoppages and safeguard our military readiness. And it will benefit the Heartland economy. A corridor of the semiconductor industry will run through Indiana. Thanks to this law, SkyWater Technology is moving forward with plans to partner with Purdue to build a $1.8 billion dollar facility in West Lafayette that will manufacture semiconductor chips and create an estimated 750 jobs. The CHIPS and Science Act also provides $2 billion for Department of Defense semiconductors. NSWC Crane, with its expertise in chip manufacturing, is expected to play a significant role in this effort, in turn creating economic opportunities across southern Indiana. SkyWater already opened an office in Odon, near Crane. The new law also supercharges funding of basic scientific research and significantly expands STEM education opportunities. And it will establish regional tech hubs across our country to help launch innovative companies, revive American manufacturing, and lay the foundation for new jobs to jumpstart our local communities. Indiana will have an opportunity to apply for a tech hub designation, and Hoosiers have good reason to be optimistic about our state’s chance of success. These Heartland investments are incredibly important at a time when just a handful of American cities account for nearly 90 percent of job growth in advanced sectors like tech, computer manufacturing, biotech, and telecom. The truth is our country faces a defense deficit, in large part because the Chinese government is heavily subsidizing industries and the development of mission critical technologies that the CCP hopes will give it an upper hand, both militarily and economically. It is simply not a level playing field. Given this reality, we face two choices: do nothing and cede the future, or make smart investments in the American people and our national security to win the future. By passing the CHIPS and Science Act, we are building a more prosperous and secure tomorrow for all Americans.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-introduces-doug-zembiec-gold-star-family-support-act-of-2022/,Young Introduces Doug Zembiec Gold Star Family Support Act of 2022,2022-08-17,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) recently introduced the Doug Zembiec Gold Star Family Support Act of 2022 to create a pilot program to provide qualified grief companions to improve bereavement care for survivors. Major Doug Zembiec was a United States Naval Academy classmate of Senator Young who was also commissioned into the Marine Corps following graduation. An infantry and Force Reconnaissance officer, Major Zembiec led Marines in combat during the Iraq War. Following his tragic death in action in 2007, his family received assistance from casualty assistance officers, but more could have been done to provide comfort as they responded to the trauma of losing Doug. Originally an idea of Doug’s wife Pam, this legislation will ensure that the Department of Defense is prioritizing the comfort and care of survivors as they transition out of the military community and throughout the grieving process. “Our Gold Star families suffer tremendous loss when their loved one pays the ultimate price and sacrifices their life for our freedoms. I’ve made it a priority to protect these Hoosier families who have already given so much. While the military has Service Members and Chaplains standing by to assist, providing someone who understands their loss and is able to walk them through their grief is a vital component that this pilot program aims to address,” said Senator Young. “Military spouses have the strength of a thousand, but the sudden, tragic, and violent death of my husband was unlike any other life adversity, his loss shattered my world. If I would’ve had someone like me to accompany my casualty assistance officer, someone sent from our government with lived experience during the initial year, it would have eased the strain. We need the expertise of our casualty officers, but they need the help of someone with lived experience. Surviving military families will have their own experience within a complex military culture and having someone to help them find what benefits and services best suit their unique needs is imperative to the idiosyncratic nature of grief. Most importantly, as a servicemember never leaves another servicemember behind on the battlefield, as a country, we mustn’t leave behind their family members in the aftermath of the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms,” said Pam Zembiec No later than 90 days after the date the bill is passed, the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness will carry out a pilot program on providing training to, validating, and deploying grief companions to facilitate bereavement care provided by the Department of Defense following casualty notifications. In 2019 and 2020, Senator Young introduced a resolution to designate September 20-26 as “Gold Star Families Remembrance Week” to honor the families of fallen members of the Armed Forces. Gold Star Families Remembrance Week precedes Gold Star Mother’s Day, observed since 1936 on the last Sunday of September.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=262,"Rep. Baird Releases Statement on the So-Called ""Inflation Reduction Act""",2022-08-12,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,IN,James R. Baird,B001307,baird.house.gov,baird,https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the so-called Inflation Reduction Act: “Today, Speaker Pelosi rubber-stamped President Biden's and Senator Schumer’s “Inflation Reduction Act.” Unfortunately, this legislation will do nothing to reduce the steady march of disastrous inflation punishing the Hoosiers of my district. “Only to Democrats in Washington, D.C. is another $750 billion of spending, the expansion of the IRS, and the raising of taxes on America’s small businesses considered a presidency-defining success. That isn’t success to my constituents, and I voted against this bill. “Instead, it is time for Congress to deal with the real root causes of our economic woes by reforming and cutting spending and lifting the heavy hand of regulation weighing down what could otherwise be a flourishing and competitive economy for all. Congress needs to focus on oversight of Federal agencies run amok instead of hiring more revenue agents to squeeze even more tax dollars out of hardworking Americans. “I look forward to Congress focusing on these real issues soon.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=263,Baird Releases Statement on FBI Raid of Mar-a-Lago,2022-08-09,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,IN,James R. Baird,B001307,baird.house.gov,baird,https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the FBI's raid of former President Trump's residence in Mar-a-Lago:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-statement-on-chips-and-science-act-being-signed-into-law/,Young Statement on CHIPS and Science Act Being Signed Into Law,2022-08-09,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) issued the following statement after attending the White House ceremony at which President Joe Biden signed into law the China competitiveness legislation Senator Young helped author: “Today, America goes on offense against the Chinese Communist Party,” said Senator Young. “We have a national security imperative to ensure we don’t fall behind China in technological innovation, and getting this legislation enacted into law will help ensure America’s global leadership role in science and technology. The Chinese Communist Party actively lobbied against this legislation because they know this bill is bad for China and good for the United States. History will show that by enacting this legislation into law, we are confronting the challenges of today and building a more prosperous and secure tomorrow for all Americans.” The legislation passed the Senate on July 27 and passed the House of Representatives on July 28. Senator Youngfirst introduced the legislation in 2020and has been working to pass it since then. During Senate debate on the legislation, Senator Young spoke on the Senate floor about its importance. To view his full remarks, click here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-votes-against-reckless-tax-and-spend-bill-amidst-worst-inflation-in-forty-years/,Young Votes Against Reckless Tax and Spend Bill Amidst Worst Inflation in Forty Years,2022-08-07,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today voted against the Democrats’ reckless tax-and-spend bill, the so-called Inflation Reduction Act. The legislation passed the Senate by a vote of 50 to 50, with Vice President Kamala Harris breaking the tie. “With inflation at a forty-year high and our country in a recession, this bill is the absolute wrong approach to helping Hoosier families,” said Senator Young. “Despite its name, this legislation does nothing to address rising prices or high energy costs. Instead, the bill will raise taxes on nearly every income bracket, spend billions of dollars in Green New Deal waste, double the size of the IRS, and grow big government. This bill is bad for Indiana and won’t help bring relief to those struggling in this challenging economy.” According to analysis by the nonpartisan Joint Committee on Taxation, the legislation will increase the average tax burden on Americans in nearly every income bracket, including those making under $10,000. The legislation will rapidly grow the size of the IRS, likely leading to increased audits of low- and middle-income taxpayers. And according to the Congressional Budget Office, 93% of the bill’s promised deficit savings would come after 2026. Senator Young filed amendments and motions to: Prevent Washington Democrats from raising taxes on anyone making less than $400,000 per year, consistent with President Biden’s repeated pledge Protect innovation of and access to affordable antibiotics Ensure the new Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program would not go into effect if it discourages access to pharmaceuticals, if there is a public health emergency, or if it will hurt our economic competitiveness against China Add funding for states to implement Safe Haven Baby Boxes Provide more resources for veterans’ mental health care Strike a provision to create a $27 billion federal bank for green energy projects Extend Section 174 to allow immediate expensing of R&D costs Provide free TSA PreCheck for certain severely injured or disabled veterans Require the IRS to identify, investigate, and prosecute fraudulent claims for the bill’s clean vehicle tax credit Eliminate any tax provision in the bill if it may be used to fund or otherwise subsidize the purchase of materials, technology, or critical minerals produced in China",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-braun-lead-resolution-honoring-representative-jackie-walorski/,"VIDEO: Young, Braun Lead Resolution Honoring Representative Jackie Walorski",2022-08-06,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– Today, the U.S. Senate unanimously cosponsored and passed a resolution introduced by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) honoring and celebrating the life and legacy of Representative Jackie Walorski, who served Hoosiers in the U.S. House of Representatives for the last 10 years. Representative Walorski tragically passed away in a car accident on August 3, 2022. “Jackie and I came to Congress at roughly the same time. I will never forget when she arrived here at the U.S. Capitol. Jackie knew that she belonged here. Jackie understood that this was her calling. She didn’t need people to tell her she belonged… Jackie’s last breath was spent in service. In service to her constituents, to her God, to the great state of Indiana, to her country, to her calling. She loved and was faithful to them all, to the great benefit of Indiana and America… Let that be her legacy,” said Senator Young. Young also paid tribute to the other victims of the tragic accident, Edith Schmucker, Zachery Potts, and Emma Thomson. “We grieve them all, and we pray for their family and friends. This is, of course, a profoundly difficult time for those of us who knew one or more of these Hoosiers. We commit to do whatever it is in our power to comfort their loved ones in the difficult days ahead,” said Senator Young. “As Hoosiers share their memories of Jackie Walorski it becomes clear just how many lives she touched. Faith, family, and community were the values that guided Jackie, and times of mourning show us just how important those things truly are. As friends and family grieve for the four lives lost in this tragedy – Jackie, Zach Potts, Emma Thomson, and Edith Schmucker – we will continue to pray that they find consolation in the memory of their loved ones and the marks they left on the lives of others,” said Senator Braun. To watch Senator Young’s floor speech on the resolution, click here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/indiana-senators-honor-victims-of-greenwood-attack-commend-good-samaritan/,"Indiana Senators Honor Victims of Greenwood Attack, Commend Good Samaritan",2022-08-05,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution introduced by Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) condemning the attack that occurred in Greenwood, Indiana on July 17, 2022; honoring the memory of the victims of the attack; and praising the actions of Elisjsha Dicken, who valiantly engaged and thwarted the shooter. Both Indiana senators spoke on the Senate floor about the resolution. To watch Senator Young’s remarks, click here. To watch Senator Braun’s remarks, click here. “On July 17, a tragic shooting occurred in my home county at the Greenwood Park Mall, resulting in the deaths of three innocent victims. As we condemn the shooting and continue to grieve the lives lost in this horrific incident, we are thankful for the quick actions taken by Eli Dicken and first responders. There is no doubt that Eli’s bravery and decisive actions saved countless lives.” — Sen. Todd Young “Hoosiers are united in mourning for the victims of the senseless shooting at the Greenwood Mall and grateful for the heroic actions of the Good Samaritan that prevented the shooter from taking more lives. I am proud to recognize 22-year-old Elisjsha Dicken of Seymour, Indiana here on the Senate floor today for defending himself and others in an act of bravery in the face of danger. ”— Sen. Mike Braun",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senator-young-statement-on-passing-of-rep-jackie-walorski/,Senator Young Statement on Passing of Rep. Jackie Walorski,2022-08-03,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today issued the following statement on the death of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski and two members of her staff: “I’m truly devastated. Jackie loved Hoosiers and devoted her life to fighting for them. I’ll never forget her spirit, her positive attitude, and most importantly her friendship. All of Indiana mourns her passing, along with the tragic deaths of her staff Emma Thomson and Zach Potts. Please join me in praying for their families in this difficult time.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-opposes-democrats-latest-tax-and-spend-plan/,VIDEO: Young Opposes Democrats’ Latest Tax-and-Spend Plan,2022-08-03,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined his Republican colleagues on the Senate Finance Committee for a press conference on Democrats’ new Build Back Bad plan to raise taxes and increase spending during record-high inflation. “The median household income in the state of Indiana is $58,000. Under this plan, families in that income range in my state will see their taxes increase by $2 billion next year alone. I’m here for those families. I’m speaking on behalf of those families. They’re upset. They find this absolutely absurd. We are the most manufacturing intensive state in the country. As we’ve already heard this legislation will slam our manufacturers. This is an anti-Indiana bill,” said Senator Young. To watch the Senator Young’s full remarks, click here. The remarks as delivered: Here we go again. I guess the national Democratic Party has given up on the industrial Midwest, the heartland. They’ve just given up. Now, it was a year ago next week that Democrats attempted to push through a $3.5 trillion tax-and-spend boondoggle. We won the argument and we won the day. But here we are making the same arguments. My hope is that in the end we will be victorious. I don’t believe the Democrats are doing this for political reasons, because I tell you, this is really bad politics back where I live. We have the worst inflation certainly in memory. And they’re trying to revive this massive tax-and-spending initiative. So, listen, let’s look at the latest iteration of that legislation, which they have in a nod to George Orwell dubbed the Inflation Protection, Inflation Control, whatever it is act – does nothing of the sort. This bill would raise taxes on nearly every income bracket in America. It would increase taxes on those Americans who make less than $10,000 a year. I represent a lot of those Americans. Now, the Democrats have for generations now styled themselves as defenders of the working man, guardians, people of modest means. This is so ill-advised. This is frankly, this is punitive to the least among us in this country. And it’s more than that. The median household income in the state of Indiana is $58,000. Under this plan, families in that income range in my state will see their taxes increase by $2 billion next year alone. I’m here for those families. I’m speaking on behalf of those families. They’re upset. They find this absolutely absurd. We are the most manufacturing intensive state in the country. As we’ve already heard this legislation will slam our manufacturers. This is an anti-Indiana bill. Anti-Indiana. We just passed a really important piece of competitiveness legislation to ensure that we can outgrow, out-innovate, and outcompete the Chinese Communist Party. We do that with one hand and on the other hand, we have a Democrat-led Senate, House, and White House advancing an initiative that will, in fairly short order, undermine our national competitiveness. I offered an amendment to last year’s [budget resolution] – the Not One Penny in Taxes Raised Amendment. The objective here was to ensure that we got everyone on record and ensure that everyone was going to register formally, in the light of day, their views about whether or not we should increase taxes on Americans – those who make $400,000 or less per year. President Biden and [Vice President] Kamala Harris, over the course of the campaign on 60 different occasions, promised there would be no increase in tax burden for Americans who make $400,000 a year or less. Well, folks, Democrats are trying to ram through legislation this week that puts a $16.7 billion tax burden on that same cohort of Americans. So, here we are again. We will continue to argue against, we will fight against, this ill-advised public policy. We can only hope that this year’s bill suffers the same fate as last year’s.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-coons-braun-introduce-legislation-to-recognize-american-discovery-trail/,"Young, Coons, Braun Introduce Legislation to Recognize American Discovery Trail",2022-08-03,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Chris Coons (D-Del.), and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) introduced bipartisan legislation this week to increase national recognition to the American Discovery Trail – the nation’s only coast-to-coast, non-motorized recreational trail. The National Discovery Trails Act would make the American Discovery Trail part of the National Trails System, which will bring greater visibility to the trail and boost tourism in local communities across 15 states and the District of Columbia. The House companion is led by Rep. Mark DeSaulnier (CA-11) and is cosponsored by 64 members, including Indiana delegation members Reps. Trey Hollingsworth (IN-09) and Greg Pence (IN-06). “The Hoosier state is fortunate enough to have two routes of the American Discovery Trail (ADT) to provide hikers and bicyclists a great outdoor adventure through both northern and southern Indiana,” said Senator Young. “I’m glad to join my colleagues to recognize the importance of this trail which connects small towns, cities, and historical sites at no cost to the taxpayer.” “The American Discovery Trail connects trails in state parks and federal lands with county roads in rural areas and sidewalks in towns and communities from coast to coast,” said Senator Coons. “I am a strong believer in the value of trails and what they represent: recreation for families, friends, and individuals, tourism and economic development for local parks and towns, and the opportunity to connect communities with the outdoors. Making the American Discovery Trail part of the National Trails system will help more Americans find and enjoy this unique network of trails, which begins in Delaware at the Cape Henlopen State Park.” “Volunteers are a driving force for conservation and play a vital role in preserving and restoring our land,” said Senator Mike Braun. “I’m proud to introduce legislation with Sen. Coons and Sen. Young to create the first coast-to-coast trail and empower volunteer groups to designate and maintain trails of regional significance in the Hoosier State and across the country!”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-statement-on-nato-accession-vote/,Young Statement on NATO Accession Vote,2022-08-03,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) issued the following statement after the Senate voted to ratify the accession of Finland and Sweden as members of NATO: “NATO remains the globe’s most important alliance and has been an essential pillar of Western security since the end of World War II. Putin’s unprovoked war in Ukraine has resulted in the alliance expanding and further strengthened through the accession of Sweden and Finland. Make no mistake, this action by the Senate is a strategic loss and powerful rebuke to Putin and his cronies in Russia.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-senate-colleagues-support-visit-to-taiwan-by-speaker-pelosi/,"Young, Senate Colleagues Support Visit to Taiwan by Speaker Pelosi",2022-08-02,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), and 24 of their Senate colleagues issued the following joint statement in support of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi stopping in Taiwan during her diplomatic trip to Asia. “We support Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi’s trip to Taiwan. For decades, members of the United States Congress, including previous Speakers of the House, have traveled to Taiwan. This travel is consistent with the United States’ One China policy to which we are committed. We are also committed now, more than ever, to all elements of the Taiwan Relations Act.” Senators Young and Sullivan were joined by Senators Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Roy Blunt (R-Mo.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Ben Sasse (R-Neb.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Richard Burr (R-N.C.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), and Pat Toomey (R-Pa.).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-votes-for-pact-act-to-support-veterans-who-faced-toxic-exposure/,Young Votes for PACT Act to Support Veterans Who Faced Toxic Exposure,2022-08-02,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today issued the following statement after voting for the Honoring Our PACT Act, comprehensive legislation to provide toxic-exposed veterans with health care and benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): “I am committed to ensuring that our veterans have access to the care they have earned, which is why I voted for this important bill. The PACT Act will provide new and important benefits to thousands of veterans who have been exposed to toxic substances. The bill also includes authorization for a new medical lease in Lawrence, Indiana, which will help our Hoosier veterans receive better service. “While I support this bill, I am disappointed that Senate Democrats rejected an amendment to fix a budget gimmick issue included in the legislation. I voted for an amendment to fix this issue, because I believe this fix would help ensure the PACT Act’s ultimate success. “When this bill becomes law, oversight will be essential. We must not allow the presumptions of exposure that are extended under this legislation to overwhelm the VA system. The VA must be provided with the resources necessary to prevent any veteran covered under this legislation from waiting for care,” said Senator Young. The legislation passed the Senate 86 to 11. The bipartisan legislation will expand health care for post-9/11 combat veterans, create a framework for the establishment of future presumptions of service connection related to toxic exposure, expand the VA’s list of service presumptions, and improve resources to support VA’s claims processing.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-legislation-supporting-law-enforcement-officials-passes-senate/,Young Legislation Supporting Law Enforcement Officials Passes Senate,2022-08-01,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, two bills supported by U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) to help Indiana’s law enforcement community passed the Senate by unanimous consent. “Our police officers on the front lines make sacrifices every day to keep Hoosiers safe. We must work to protect our law enforcement as they protect our communities, which is exactly what these two bills will accomplish. I’m glad the entire Senate unanimously agreed to advance these important bills and I call on the House to pass them quickly,” said Senator Young. The Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Act of 2022 would establish mental health programs for America’s first responders who often face long-term effects from providing life-saving services in moments of crisis. The Invest to Protect Act of 2022 would make the COPS grant program at the U.S. Department of Justice more easily accessible for smaller law enforcement agencies with fewer than 200 sworn officers. These bills were voted out of the Senate Judiciary Committee in May of this year during National Police Week. More information about the bills below: Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Act of 2022: Public safety officers, police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and 911 dispatchers are at a higher risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and acute stress disorder (ASD) than the general public due to their proximity to stressful, graphic, and life-threatening situations in their job. The Fighting PTSD Act of 2022 would require the Attorney General, in conjunction with the Director of the Office of Community Oriented Policing Service (COPS), to propose a program to Congress for making state-of-the-art treatment available to public safety officers dealing with job-related post-traumatic stress disorder. The legislation builds on Senator Young’s previous efforts to support public safety officers. Senator Young was the lead Republican sponsor of the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017, which required the Department of Justice (DOJ) to produce a report on how mental health practices implemented by the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs might apply to law enforcement. The legislation was signed into law in January 2018 and DOJ’s report was released in March 2019. More bill information here. Invest to Protect Act of 2022: Ninety percent of law enforcement agencies in the U.S. are smaller than 200 full-time sworn officers. These small agencies protect and serve our communities with strained budgets and a growing need for additional training, equipment, and funding.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-ossoff-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-strengthen-us-national-security-in-indo-pacific-region/,"Young, Ossoff Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen U.S. National Security in Indo-Pacific Region",2022-08-01,2022,2022-08,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) are continuing their work to strengthen U.S. national security and counter China’s coercion with strong American diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific region. Senators Young and Ossoff introduced the bipartisan Pacific Islands Embassies Act to counter the Chinese government’s growing coercion and influence in the region by opening U.S. embassies in the Republic of Vanuatu, the Republic of Kiribati, and the Kingdom of Tonga to help reassert the U.S. as a diplomatic leader in the region. This move would enable U.S. diplomats and foreign affairs officials to deepen their relationships in the vital region and ensure their operational and physical security. “To confront China’s encroachment in the Pacific, we need to be diplomatically present. Our bill will help establish this vital American voice with key Pacific Island nations, demonstrating our commitment to allies and our leadership in the Indo-Pacific,” said Senator Young. “Strong U.S. diplomacy in the Pacific is essential. We must immediately establish a robust physical diplomatic presence in these strategic island nations,” said Senator Ossoff. “Frankly, it is malpractice that the United States didn’t take this step a decade and a half ago. Time is of the essence.” The Pacific Islands Embassies Act is co-sponsored by Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), and Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:26:22Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-calls-un-ships-be-deployed-black-sea,Spartz Calls for UN ships to be Deployed to the Black Sea,2022-07-29,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz sent a letter today to Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres, writing that the UN has failed to respond effectively to the largest armed aggression since World War II. In the letter, Rep. Spartz urged Guterres to deploy UN ships to the Black Sea immediately to enforce humanitarian corridors. She also asked her Congressional colleagues to stop all funding to the UN until it can show real results. “I am very disappointed with the lack of active UN leadership to stabilize the situation in Ukraine and restore international order,” Rep. Spartz said, calling the recent ""grain deal"" the UN's latest failure to lead. Hours after the grain deal was reached, Spartz pointed out, Russian forces hit Odessa with cruise missiles. ""This reaffirms again that Russia cannot be trusted and effectively negates this agreement,” Rep. Spartz wrote in the letter, adding that the agreement should be “put on hold until better security arrangements are provided for Ukraine.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-carper-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-to-promote-the-us-digital-economy-and-digital-trade-2/,"Young, Carper, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Promote the U.S. Digital Economy and Digital Trade",2022-07-28,2022,2022-07,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Tom Carper (D-Del.) were joined by a group of colleagues to introduce a bipartisan, bicameral resolution outlining the importance of the U.S. digital economy and the importance of greater U.S. leadership on digital trade negotiations with like-minded countries. “In today’s hyper-connected world, the U.S. finds itself at a critical moment,”said Senator Young. “Digital trade is becoming the new frontier in economic strength, particularly in the post-pandemic economy. It is time to prioritize connectivity and the subsequent adoption of digital governance to shape regional norms and provide an alternative to restrictive policies promoted by our adversaries like China. As the U.S. is positioned to lead in the digital space, our resolution encourages American leadership on digital trade rules in order to secure 21st century opportunities for Hoosiers, small businesses, manufacturers, and domestic service industries.” “As the digital economy increasingly drives growth and innovation across the globe, the United States has an opportunity to lead the world in establishing rules of the road for digital trade. Digital trade has the potential to uplift workers and spur innovation, while at the same time advancing our shared values of democracy, privacy, and the rule of law,” said Senator Carper. “I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan, bicameral resolution advocating for the United States to work with our allies across the globe to establish forward-looking global digital trade policies—so that workers and businesses in the First State and across our nation can continue to grow and thrive.” In 2020, U.S. exports of digital services surpassed $520 billion, accounting for more than half of all U.S. services exports and generating a digital services trade surplus of $214 billion. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, demand and reliance on digital technologies and services, data flows, and e-commerce has only increased. Accordingly, the resolution calls for the U.S. to “negotiate strong, inclusive, forward-looking, and enforceable rules on digital trade and the digital economy with like-minded countries as part of a broader trade and economic strategy to address digital barriers and ensure that the United States values of democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech, human and worker rights, privacy, and a free and open internet are at the very core of the digital world and advanced technology.” In addition to Senators Young and Carper, the resolution was cosponsored by Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), the chairman and ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, Ben Cardin (D-Md.), and John Cornyn (R-Texas). A companion, bipartisan resolution led by Representatives Darin LaHood (R-Ill.), Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.), and Ami Bera (D-Calif.) was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=260,Baird Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act Passes the House,2022-07-27,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,IN,James R. Baird,B001307,baird.house.gov,baird,https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) announced that his bill, the Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act, passed the U.S. House of Representatives. “As a PhD scientist, I know how critical STEM education is to maintaining America’s competitive edge, yet many students lack proficiency and confidence in their mathematical and statistical problem-solving skills,” said Congressman Baird. “My bipartisan bill adapts our educational model to help students confidently integrate data in their everyday lives by offering teachers the support they need to develop modern, relevant curricula. I’m proud to lead this effort to secure American innovation and empower future generations as they enter the workforce.” Background: H.R. 3588 authorizes funds appropriated to the National Science Foundation (NSF) $10 million for each of the fiscal years 2022-2026. This authorization directs the NSF to offer competitive grants to institutions of higher education, local education agencies, and nonprofits for research and development that can improve mathematical and statistical modeling education and meet the future demand for these skills. This bill authorizes no new spending.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-discusses-his-china-competitiveness-legislation-on-the-senate-floor-ahead-of-final-vote/,VIDEO: Young Discusses His China Competitiveness Legislation on the Senate Floor Ahead of Final Vote,2022-07-27,2022,2022-07,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"**Click here or the image above to watch** WASHINGTON –– Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) spoke on the Senate floor just beforethe final vote on his China competitiveness legislation. Senator Young first introduced the legislation in 2020 and has been working to pass it since then. Excerpts of his remarks are below: “It’s time to go on the offensive. And that is exactly what this legislation, which has gone by many names – from the Endless Frontier Act to the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act to CHIPS-Plus – will do. Unleash private sector innovation while significantly boosting federal national security investments. — “It’s been a long journey to get to this point, but history will show that by passing this CHIPS-Plus bill, we are confronting the challenges of today and building a prosperous and secure tomorrow for all Americans. I urge my colleagues to support this legislation.” To view Senator Young’s full speech, click here. Senator Young’s full remarks as prepared for delivery: Mr. President, when it comes to America, I’m an optimist. Always. I can’t help but approach the future with great hope. After all, as Americans, we have never let obstacles stand in our way, or accepted that problems can’t be solved. Our citizens are the world’s most ingenious, our military its mightiest, our economy the strongest, and our innovators the most creative. The last century was defined by our accomplishments and ideals, and I believe this one will be too. But this path is not guaranteed. Now, as then, America’s success depends on unleashing the potential of our people and outcompeting and out-innovating global rivals who do not share our values or economic interests. Right now, we are in the middle of a great power competition with an authoritarian regime in Beijing that seeks global primacy and rejects democracy. The Chinese Communist Party is currently investing $1.4 trillion in frontier technologies that will dominate the 21st century – artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and hypersonics, among other key technologies. Its innovators are earning patents and publishing research in AI at a greater rate than our own. Its schools are producing four times the STEM graduates as America’s, and the CCP’s computer and science universities are regularly outranking ours. Its military is making advances in cyberwarfare and the development of hypersonic weapons, autonomous vehicles, electronic and cyber warfare, and orbital bombardment systems. These are the technologies that will dominate the 21st century, economically and militarily. China’s government is planning on winning the AI race, winning future wars, and winning the future. And the truth is, Beijing is well on its way to accomplishing these goals. America is at risk of falling behind economically and technologically to a world power that does not value liberty or even respect human life. So how should we respond? For too long, when it comes to Chinese aggression, America has relied on a strategy of deterrence – taking steps like blocking Huawei from doing business in the U.S., tightening export controls and improving foreign investment rules. These are important measures, but no longer enough. It’s time to go on the offensive. And that is exactly what this legislation, which has gone by many names – from the Endless Frontier Act to the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act to CHIPS-Plus – will do. Unleash private sector innovation while significantly boosting federal national security investments. Let me highlight a few specifics. First, this bill greatly encourages domestic investment in semiconductor production. Right now, the United States of America is almost entirely reliant on other nations for the high-tech computer chips that power our smart phones, automobiles, household appliances, and military platforms. The recent shortage of these chips has hobbled our economy and hit our pocketbooks. For example, a shortage of computer chips forced General Motors to idle its assembly plant in Fort Wayne, Indiana twice this year. U.S. semiconductor production, once accounting for nearly 40 percent of the world’s supply, has dropped to just 12 percent, while China’s production share is increasing. Ninety percent of the chips used in our military technology are made overseas. Most are made in South Korea and Taiwan, but an increasing number are produced in China. This is a very real economic and national security vulnerability. This bill will reassert America’s place in this industry, and take a giant leap towards ensuring that our supply chain and national defense will never be at the mercy of technology produced overseas. Another important aspect of this bill is critical applied research funding. This legislation reforms and invests in the National Science Foundation to partner with the private sector and universities to develop critical emerging technologies that will transform the global landscape. We know that national success and competitiveness in the 21st Century economy will be built on emerging technologies like quantum computing and AI. Funding research crucial to keeping Americans safe is one of the federal government’s responsibilities, and this legislation will help us not just catch up with but overtake China in these critical areas. And this bill will establish regional technology hubs across our country, which will become centers for the research, development, entrepreneurship, and manufacturing of new key technologies. This is incredibly important at a time when too many Americans in the heartland feel left out and too many areas are overlooked…when only a handful of cities account for nearly 90 percent of job growth in these advanced sectors. Simply put, this bill will make America stronger, safer and more prosperous. And it is desperately needed. How do we know? Because the Chinese Communist Party has actively lobbied against this legislation. They know this bill is bad for China and good for the United States. This bill is about securing our country, giving our people the tools to flourish, and ensuring America continues its global research role. It’s been a long journey to get to this point, but history will show that by passing this CHIPS-Plus bill, we are confronting the challenges of today and building a prosperous and secure tomorrow for all Americans. I urge my colleagues to support this legislation.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:25Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-statement-on-passage-of-china-competitiveness-legislation/,Young Statement on Passage of China Competitiveness Legislation,2022-07-27,2022,2022-07,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) issued the following statement after the Senate passed his China competitiveness legislation: “It’s time to go on the offensive, and that is exactly what this legislation, which has gone by many names – from the Endless Frontier Act to the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act to CHIPS-Plus – will do,” said Senator Young. “This bill will unleash private sector innovation while significantly boosting federal national security investments. It’s been a long journey to get to this point, but history will show that by passing this bill, we are confronting the challenges of today and building a prosperous and secure tomorrow for all Americans.” The legislation passed the Senate 64 to 33 and now heads to the House of Representatives for immediate consideration. Young first introduced the legislation in 2020 and has been working to pass it since then. Young spoke on the Senate floor about the legislation earlier today. To view his full remarks, click here. Final legislative text is available here, in addition to summaries for the CHIPS and ORAN section, the research and science section, and the energy section. Key provisions from the original Endless Frontier Act were maintained in the final version of this bill, including national security investments in key technology areas and the establishment of regional technology hubs. Senator Young’s full remarks as prepared for delivery: Mr. President, when it comes to America, I’m an optimist. Always. I can’t help but approach the future with great hope. After all, as Americans, we have never let obstacles stand in our way, or accepted that problems can’t be solved. Our citizens are the world’s most ingenious, our military its mightiest, our economy the strongest, and our innovators the most creative. The last century was defined by our accomplishments and ideals, and I believe this one will be too. But this path is not guaranteed. Now, as then, America’s success depends on unleashing the potential of our people and outcompeting and out-innovating global rivals who do not share our values or economic interests. Right now, we are in the middle of a great power competition with an authoritarian regime in Beijing that seeks global primacy and rejects democracy. The Chinese Communist Party is currently investing $1.4 trillion in frontier technologies that will dominate the 21st century – artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and hypersonics, among other key technologies. Its innovators are earning patents and publishing research in AI at a greater rate than our own. Its schools are producing four times the STEM graduates as America’s, and the CCP’s computer and science universities are regularly outranking ours. Its military is making advances in cyberwarfare and the development of hypersonic weapons, autonomous vehicles, electronic and cyber warfare, and orbital bombardment systems. These are the technologies that will dominate the 21st century, economically and militarily. China’s government is planning on winning the AI race, winning future wars, and winning the future. And the truth is, Beijing is well on its way to accomplishing these goals. America is at risk of falling behind economically and technologically to a world power that does not value liberty or even respect human life. So how should we respond? For too long, when it comes to Chinese aggression, America has relied on a strategy of deterrence – taking steps like blocking Huawei from doing business in the U.S., tightening export controls and improving foreign investment rules. These are important measures, but no longer enough. It’s time to go on the offensive. And that is exactly what this legislation, which has gone by many names – from the Endless Frontier Act to the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act to CHIPS-Plus – will do. Unleash private sector innovation while significantly boosting federal national security investments. Let me highlight a few specifics. First, this bill greatly encourages domestic investment in semiconductor production. Right now, the United States of America is almost entirely reliant on other nations for the high-tech computer chips that power our smart phones, automobiles, household appliances, and military platforms. The recent shortage of these chips has hobbled our economy and hit our pocketbooks. For example, a shortage of computer chips forced General Motors to idle its assembly plant in Fort Wayne, Indiana twice this year. U.S. semiconductor production, once accounting for nearly 40 percent of the world’s supply, has dropped to just 12 percent, while China’s production share is increasing. Ninety percent of the chips used in our military technology are made overseas. Most are made in South Korea and Taiwan, but an increasing number are produced in China. This is a very real economic and national security vulnerability. This bill will reassert America’s place in this industry, and take a giant leap towards ensuring that our supply chain and national defense will never be at the mercy of technology produced overseas. Another important aspect of this bill is critical applied research funding. This legislation reforms and invests in the National Science Foundation to partner with the private sector and universities to develop critical emerging technologies that will transform the global landscape. We know that national success and competitiveness in the 21st Century economy will be built on emerging technologies like quantum computing and AI Funding research crucial to keeping Americans safe is one of the federal government’s responsibilities, and this legislation will help us not just catch up with but overtake China in these critical areas. And this bill will establish regional technology hubs across our country, which will become centers for the research, development, entrepreneurship, and manufacturing of new key technologies. This is incredibly important at a time when too many Americans in the heartland feel left out and too many areas are overlooked…when only a handful of cities account for nearly 90 percent of job growth in these advanced sectors. Simply put, this bill will make America stronger, safer and more prosperous. And it is desperately needed. How do we know? Because the Chinese Communist Party has actively lobbied against this legislation. They know this bill is bad for China and good for the United States. This bill is about securing our country, giving our people the tools to flourish, and ensuring America continues its global research role. It’s been a long journey to get to this point, but history will show that by passing this CHIPS-Plus bill, we are confronting the challenges of today and building a prosperous and secure tomorrow for all Americans. I urge my colleagues to support this legislation. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:25Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-president-biden-has-duty-lead-stakes-ukraine-are-too-high,Spartz: President Biden has a Duty to Lead - the Stakes in Ukraine are Too High,2022-07-26,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Spartz sent a letter to President Biden to bring attention to recent developments in Ukraine, including additional concerns surrounding Ukrainian President Zelensky's Chief of Staff, Andriy Yermak. Congresswoman Spartz urged the Biden Administration to establish a Joint Task Force within the Department of Defense to implement a coherent strategy, proper oversight of critical infrastructure, and streamlined logistics of lethal aid. This letter is a follow up to Congresswoman Spartz's letter to the Biden Administration on July 8, where she requested the Biden Administration brief Congress on Andriy Yermak, Ukrainian President Zelensky's Chief of Staff. The lack of appointment of an anti-corruption prosecutor, concerns raised by our military personnel and defense contractors, as well as some NATO allies, raise national security concerns and require proper attention from the Biden Administration.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-discusses-his-china-competitiveness-legislation-on-bloomberg-tv/,VIDEO: Young Discusses His China Competitiveness Legislation on Bloomberg TV,2022-07-26,2022,2022-07,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"**Clickhere or the image above to watch** WASHINGTON –– Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined Bloomberg TV to discuss his China competitiveness bill. The Senate voted 64-32 this morning to advance the legislation, setting up a vote on final passage tomorrow. Excerpts of Senator Young’s comments are below: “After over a year of working on this package, Congress has finally come together. We’ve done the right thing after exhausting all other opportunities. And we’re passing what people are calling the CHIPS-Plus bill, [which] includes investment in domestic capacity to produce those computer chips, which go into everything with an on-off switch, everything from an automobile to top-end missile systems. Also, we’re doubling down on some key national security research investments in areas like hypersonics, where the Chinese, frankly, are outclassing us, and we can’t allow that to happen.” — “Ronald Reagan was fond of saying that defense is not a budget issue. You spend what you need to defend to spend to keep the American people safe. The same thing applies here. This is a national security investment, as I’ve already established, and we need to spend it to keep our people safe and secure.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:25Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-discusses-his-china-competitiveness-legislation-on-cnbcs-squawk-box/,VIDEO: Young Discusses His China Competitiveness Legislation on CNBC’s Squawk Box,2022-07-26,2022,2022-07,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"**Click here or the image above to watch** WASHINGTON –– This morning, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined CNBC’s Squawk Box to discuss how the passage of his China competitiveness bill will invest in and expand American research and development in key technology areas and enhance our national security. A procedural vote to advance the legislation will occur later today in the U.S. Senate. Excerpts of Senator Young’s comments are below: “We source all of our high-end computer chips, mostly from Taiwan, some from South Korea. And we just can’t be that dependent on a country so far away from the continental United States for our missile system chips [and] for the components that go into our radars and our aircraft.” — “This legislation does that [prioritizes research and development] not just with respect to semiconductors, but hypersonics, quantum computing, etc. And it also has a really important role to play with respect to national security. And this is a national security bill, which is why we have so much support from the generals, the admirals, Trump Administration national security officials, and those in this current administration. And frankly, why we have a lot of bipartisan support to get this done quickly.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congress-must-grow-backbone-and-president-zelensky-must-explain-mr-yermaks,Congress Must Grow a Backbone and President Zelensky Must Explain Mr. Yermak’s Undemocratic Governance,2022-07-22,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,IN,Victoria Spartz,S000929,spartz.house.gov,spartz,https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. - President Biden’s approval rating has now fallen to 31%, but Congress refuses to reflect about our own institution. The approval rating for the U.S. Congress has fallen now to 16%, with an 82% disapproval rating. Let’s think about this for a second – over 80% of Americans disapprove of the job Congress is doing. In fact, over the last decade, our job approval rating has never risen above the low 30’s. If Congress wants to build back its trust with the American people, we could use Ukraine as an example to strengthen that trust. Resolving the situation in Ukraine is in our national interest, but it cannot be done without proper leadership from the United States, or Ukraine will be turned into another Afghanistan. The only difference is that only Ukrainians are feeling the real pain so far where just their children are coming home in caskets by the thousands, but it might be just for now. We know that results cannot be achieved without proper accountability. The following would help to stop this war in Ukraine and restore international order: 1. Congress must hold the Biden Administration accountable and be transparent with the American people. Nothing should preclude the Administration from publishing which agencies and officials within them are in charge of the funds, including amounts. They should also list amounts and all entities receiving these funds. 2. Congress should request streamlined logistics and oversight of lethal aid, as well as a joint task force to set up proper strategy – instead of ad-hoc procedures. The United States is sending serious weapons like javelins and stingers to a country with real threats of sabotage. Knowing this, why do we continue to leave our weapons at the border with Poland, not verifying they’ll be delivered as intended? Better oversight of logistics will mitigate risks and also improve the speed of delivery of much-needed weapons to the Ukrainian frontlines. Actually, a current lack of these processes is what is contributing to delays – I have seen it firsthand. 3. President Zelensky should provide answers to the Ukrainian people as to why Andriy Yermak is creating a per se dictatorship under the disguise of the ongoing war. Is this what the Ukrainian people have been fighting for? Yermak has effectively taken control of all institutions and is threatening anyone speaking out against the government with criminal cases and jail as well as using his government powers to eliminate political opponents. I have heard many of these concerns in the US, Europe and Ukraine before but recently experienced them firsthand. It’s one thing for them to smear me on their government-controlled TV channels - not the first time for me as a politician – but they have not stopped there. They decided now to attack people who were just “lucky enough” to meet with me at some point and are not their political puppets. Under our recent pressure, Kyiv finally proceeded with an anticorruption prosecutor, which they have been stalling for almost two years. Although to compensate for this, Mr. Yermak is removing people who are not 100% compliant to him and could sabotage the prosecutor’s effectiveness. Whether the actions of Mr. Yermak are politically motivated, mercantile, or pro-Russian - it does not matter - they are a threat to the national security of Ukraine and our efforts there. President Zelensky must provide answers to Congress if he wants the American people to trust and support. I do not understand this notion that President Zelensky cannot be questioned. All leaders and presidents must be questioned - whether it’s Biden, Zelensky or Putin. Otherwise, we create an opportunity for dictatorship. As Thomas Paine once said: “A body of men holding themselves accountable to nobody ought not to be trusted by anybody.” I continue to be attacked by foreign policy establishment elites, but all it takes is one look at their track record to see what “successes” they have achieved for the American people and the world – Afghanistan, Syria, China, Russia, Iran, Ukraine, Belarus, Georgia? – and the list goes on.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-young-discusses-housing-crisis-legislation-to-increase-affordable-housing-nationwide/,"VIDEO: Young Discusses Housing Crisis, Legislation to Increase Affordable Housing Nationwide",2022-07-21,2022,2022-07,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– During a Senate Finance Committee hearing yesterday, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) discussed the impact of the affordable housing crisis on Indiana communities and the importance of passing the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act he introducedwith Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.). Senator Young shared concerns from Hoosiers about the affordable housing crisis. “I have to tell you, as I travel across the state of Indiana, I hear from every community about the importance of affordable housing and about the challenges they are experiencing right now,” said Senator Young. “This shortage is of course being exacerbated by the current inflation challenges more broadly impacting the country.” Senator Young’s Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act would expand and strengthen the nation’s most successful affordable housing program—the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)—to address that shortage by building more than two million new affordable units over the next decade and ensuring the program better serves a variety of at-risk and underserved communities. “We can rally around solving difficult challenges together,” said Senator Young. “This housing affordability crisis, it’s striking how it impacts various demographic groups, geographic areas. It doesn’t really seem to discriminate a lot. The brunt of this crisis falls on a diverse population. It’s so important we support programs and ideas that meet the needs of these variedcommunities.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:25Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-joins-bipartisan-resolution-condemning-starvation-as-a-weapon-of-war-passes-the-senate/,Young Joins Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Starvation as a Weapon of War Passes the Senate,2022-07-21,2022,2022-07,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), and James Risch (R-Idaho)?announced that their bipartisan Senate resolution condemning the use of starvation and hunger as weapons of war has passed the Senate unanimously. In May, the senators introduced their resolution not only condemning the use of hunger as a weapon of war, but also recognizing the effect of conflict on global food security and famine, which was then swiftly voted out of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee less than a month later. “It is time for the United States to hold those who use food as a weapon of war accountable for their horrific action,” said Senator Young. “From Yemen to Ukraine, the world’s most vulnerable are suffering in unspeakable ways. Today’s Senate passage of our resolution sends a clear message that the United States will use all of the tools and authorities at our disposal to end these abuses.” “From Ukraine to Syria to Ethiopia, we have and continue to watch with horror as bad actors destroy agriculture, deny humanitarian access, and disrupt markets for crucial commodities in a twisted effort to achieve their geopolitical aims through starvation,” said Senator Merkley. “Today’s passage of our resolution by the full Senate reaffirms our united stand that civilians everywhere must be protected during war and that hunger should never be used as a weapon to turn civilians into pawns.” Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine has further highlighted how brutal autocrats weaponize hunger. By disrupting Ukraine’s planting season and substantial food exports and by reportedly stealing vast quantities of grain from Ukraine, Russia has put millions around the globe at risk of famine.? This resolution is cosponsored by Senators Chris Coons (D-Conn.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Bob Casey (D-Pa.), and Michael Bennett (D-Colo.). This resolution is endorsed by the following organizations:?1,000 Days, Action Against Hunger, Alliance for Peacebuilding, Bread for the World, Caux Scholars Program, Center for Policy Analysis of Horn of Africa, Charity & Security Network , Concern Worldwide US, EIHR: The Educators’ Institute for Human Rights, Food for the Hungry US, Friends Committee on National Legislation, Ghais Mediation & Facilitation, LLC, Islamic Relief USA, Medical Teams International, Mercy Corps, Nonviolent Peaceforce, Norwegian Refugee Council USA, Oxfam America,PartnersGlobal, Refugees International, Save the Children, The HALO Trust (USA), The Hunger Project, UNICEF USA, World Food Program USA, World Vision, and Young Adult Empowerment Initiatives.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:25Z https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=259,House Passes Baird and Panetta Bipartisan Amendment to Promote Biotech Innovation,2022-07-19,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,IN,James R. Baird,B001307,baird.house.gov,baird,https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) and Congressman Jimmy Panetta (CA-20) introduced an amendment to the Agriculture, Rural Development, and FDA appropriations bill that directs the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to modernize its regulatory process for new products produced through techniques like gene editing. “As America’s researchers continue to develop innovative products, it’s critical that they have a clear, coordinated, and predictable pathway to the marketplace,” said Congressman Baird. “I’m proud to work with Congressman Panetta to modernize the FDA’s existing regulatory process so that onerous red tape does not stifle innovation, particularly at this time of high food prices.” “The FDA has stalled on issuing plant gene editing guidance for too long, creating uncertainty for a promising industry that bolsters food security and reduces waste,” said Congressman Panetta. “My bipartisan amendment with Rep. Baird will equip the FDA with the resources and staff they need to modernize its plant biotech consultation program. These technologies can be used to develop drought and climate change resilient crops that stay fresh longer, meriting this federal investment in the 2023 appropriations package.” Background: New gene editing technologies have the potential to help food producers mitigate climate change, reduce risks of food allergies, and minimize food waste, but regulatory uncertainty has created a challenging environment for producers of these new technologies. This amendment provides direction to the FDA to help conduct a review and update of its regulatory pathways for biotechnology products. It emphasizes the importance of the FDA hiring additional staff to support the issuance guidance for industry on foods derived from plants produced using genome editing and to modernize and improve timelines and predictability of the Plant Biotechnology Consultation Program.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-colleagues-reintroduce-bill-to-strengthen-innovative-higher-ed-financing-tool-for-students-2/,"Young, Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to Strengthen Innovative Higher Ed Financing Tool for Students",2022-07-19,2022,2022-07,Republican,Senate,IN,Todd Young,Y000064,www.young.senate.gov,toddyoung,https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON –– Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Mark Warner (D-Va.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), and Chris Coons (D-Del.) reintroduced the ISA Student Protection Act to support an innovative financing tool for students pursuing postsecondary education. The bipartisan bill would protect students by applying strong consumer protections to Income Share Agreements (ISAs). ISAs provide opportunities for students to design financial aid best suited to their needs based on their future income and job success. Under an ISA, a student agrees to pay a percentage of their income over a given time period in exchange for tuition payments from nongovernmental sources. When the agreed timeframe ends, the student stops payments regardless of whether the initial amount was paid back to the ISA funder. “One thing we can all agree on is the importance of a quality and affordable education. As we face record-high inflation, many students and their families continue to face financial hardship and rising student loan debt,” said Senator Young.“With the appropriate safeguards, ISAs can be an innovative, debt-free financing option for students of all backgrounds. Our bipartisan bill works to strengthen the framework for ISAs to help colleges and career and technical schools prepare students for success in the workforce at no cost to the taxpayer.” “Income-Share Agreements are a promising way to finance postsecondary education and an attractive alternative to private student loans and PLUS loans. ISAs are also proving to be uniquely responsive to the needs of students who are ineligible for existing federal student aid programs,” said Senator Warner.“There are students across the country who are already benefitting from ISAs and deserve the safeguards and certainty the ISA Student Protection Act of 2022 would provide.” “Everything is more expensive these days, especially the cost of a college degree. This common sense bill creates a debt-free financing option for students,” said Senator Rubio. “With trillions of dollars in U.S. student loan debt burdening the country’s workforce, Income Share Agreements are a useful alternative for some students who need financing for postsecondary education and training, especially where federal student aid is not available. The ISA Student Protection Act of 2022 will create legal certainty for providers who develop these innovative financial offerings while creating guardrails to protect students and workers as they prepare for the jobs that employers are looking to fill today and in the future,” said Senator Coons. This legislation is supported by Jobs for the Future, the Invest in Student Advancement Alliance, Student Freedom Initiative, the San Diego Workforce Partnership, FreeWorld, Better Future Forward,Purdue University, andmore. To see a full list of endorsement quotes, click here. The ISA Student Protection Act of 2022 would build on a previously introduced version of this legislation by updating existing consumer protection laws to ensure they are applied properly to ISAs and add new protections to ensure ISAs are affordable and share risk. Specifically, the bill: Prohibits ISA providers from entering into agreements with students that require payments higher than 20 percent of income. Exempts individuals from making payments towards their ISA when their income falls below an affordability threshold. Sets a maximum number of payments and limits payment obligation to the end of a fixed window. Sets a minimum number of voluntary payment relief pauses, during which payment obligations may be suspended. Requires detailed disclosures to students who are considering entering into an ISA, including the amount financed, the payment calculation method, the number of payments expected, the length of the agreement, and how their payments under the ISA would compare to payments under a comparable loan. Provides strong bankruptcy protection for ISA recipients by omitting the higher “undue hardship” standard for discharge required under private loans. Prevents funders from accelerating an ISA in default. Ensures that ISA obligations cease in the event of death or total and permanent disability. Applies federal consumer protection laws (e.g., Fair Credit Reporting Act, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Military Lending Act, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, Equal Credit Opportunity Act) to ISAs. Gives the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau regulatory authority over ISAs. Clarifies the tax treatment of ISA contributions for both funders and recipients.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z