Press Releases
PHOTOS: Young Meets with Ethiopian Ambassador to Continue Advocacy for Hoosier Adoptions
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today met with Kassa Tekleberhan Gebrehiwot, Ethiopia's new Ambassador to the United States, in order to continue advocating for Hoosier families with pending adoptions in Ethiopia. Senator Young, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has led successful efforts on Capitol Hill to help Americans complete adoptions of children from Ethiopia. Last year, after Senator Young raised the issue with the former Ethiopian Ambassador in … Continue Reading
January 12, 2018
Young Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today released the following statement ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day: "Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy reminds us that together we can change lives and make a lasting impact in our communities. During the challenging circumstances of the civil rights movement, Dr. King implored others to be 'custodians of hope.' He demonstrated the power of hope, respect, and dignity. Today, and every day, let's honor Dr. King's legacy by coming … Continue Reading
January 11, 2018
VIDEO: Department of State Official Confirms Successful Humanitarian Efforts in Yemen, Applauds Young’s Efforts
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following U.S. Senator Todd Young's (R-Ind.) months-long campaign to address impediments to the delivery of humanitarian assistance in Yemen, a top Department of State official for the Middle East testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee today and confirmed the establishment of full humanitarian access to vital Red Sea ports, as well as the impending delivery of the four U.S.-funded World Food Programme cranes. In response to a question from Senator Young, … Continue Reading
January 11, 2018
Young, Donnelly, Banks Call for Reevaluation of Military Housing Pay for Servicemembers in Ft. Wayne
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.), and U.S. Representative Jim Banks (R-IN-03) today urged the Department of Defense to consider increasing the military's basic allowance for housing (BAH) in the Fort Wayne area. BAH is a monthly allowance paid to servicemembers on active duty, including full-time members of the National Guard and Reserves, to help cover the cost of living in off-base housing. More than 200 Hoosiers from the 122nd Fighter … Continue Reading
January 10, 2018
President Trump Signs Young, Donnelly Bill to Improve Mental Health Services for Law Enforcement
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, President Trump signed into law U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly's (D-Ind.) Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act. Donnelly and Young introduced the bill in the Senate in early April and it passed unanimously in May. U.S. Representatives Susan Brooks (IN-05) and Val Demings (FL-10) introduced the companion bill in the House of Representatives in late April, and it passed the House in November and cleared the Senate on December 21.Senator … Continue Reading
January 10, 2018
Young, Donnelly, Visclosky Urge EPA to Consider Extending East Chicago Public Comment Period
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.), and U.S. Representative Pete Visclosky (D) IN-1, sent a letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding its recently proposed Statement of Basis for cleanup of the former DuPont industrial area in East Chicago. The letter to EPA's newly appointed Region Five Administrator Cathy Stepp urges EPA to consider the East Chicago Calumet Coalition Community Advisory Group's request to extend the deadline … Continue Reading
January 10, 2018
Young Leads on Yemen Humanitarian Crisis
WASHINGTON, D.C. - During his year on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) has emerged as a leader on humanitarian issues, most notably in Yemen, where a Saudi-led blockade has helped cause the world's largest humanitarian crisis. Following a months-long campaign by Senator Young, Saudi Arabia recently announced it is suspending key impediments to humanitarian assistance. An article published yesterday by The Weekly Standard outlines Senator Young's … Continue Reading
January 08, 2018
Young, Donnelly, Hollingsworth Tour Crane with Gen. David Goldfein, Air Force Chief of Staff
Crane, Indiana - U.S. Senators Todd Young and Joe Donnelly, and Congressman Trey Hollingsworth (IN-09) today hosted General David Goldfein, Chief of Staff of the Air Force, at Naval Support Activity Crane in Crane, Indiana. General Goldfein is the highest ranking officer in the Air Force and is a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. During the visit to Crane, Donnelly, Young, Hollingsworth, and Goldfein, accompanied by Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Commanding Officer Captain Mark … Continue Reading
January 04, 2018
Senators Young and Warren Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Government Accountability and Save Taxpayer Dollars
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) introduced legislation to increase oversight of taxpayer dollars spent by federal agencies. The Good Accounting Obligation in Government (GAO-IG) Act requires federal agencies to provide annual reports to Congress on the status of implementing recommendations from the Office of Inspector General (IG) and the Government Accountability Office (GAO). As of 2016, there were more than 15,000 open and … Continue Reading
December 22, 2017
Young, Donnelly Call on Congress to Fully Fund A-10 Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.) yesterday continued their support of Fort Wayne's 122nd Air National Guard Fighter Wing. The Senators sent a letter to the leaders of the Senate and House Appropriations Committees asking for full funding for new A-10 wing sets. While the majority of aircraft with the 122nd already have new wings, more than one-third of the A-10 fleet nationwide needs wing replacements in order to continue operating safely in the … Continue Reading
December 22, 2017
VIDEO: Young Wishes Hoosiers a Merry Christmas
WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) released a video message wishing Hoosiers a merry Christmas and reflecting on the work accomplished in 2017.Click here or the image below to view the video. Full video transcript: Jenny and I would like to wish all Hoosiers a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year.Whether you are celebrating together with family and friends - or you are serving our country overseas this holiday season - you are all in our thoughts and … Continue Reading
December 21, 2017
Following Months-Long Campaign by Young, Saudi Arabia Says it will Suspend Yemen Starvation Blockade
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following a months-long campaign by U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) to eliminate Saudi Arabia's starvation blockade that has helped cause the world's largest humanitarian crisis in Yemen, the government of Saudi Arabia yesterday announced that it is suspending key impediments to humanitarian assistance. The Saudi government announced that it would allow desperately needed commercial food and fuel shipments and the delivery of U.S. funded cranes to Yemen's most important … Continue Reading
December 21, 2017
Young, Donnelly Introduce Bipartisan Farming Flexibility Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.) today introduced The Fruit and Vegetable Planting Flexibility Act of 2017 (Farm Flex), which would continue to allow Hoosier farmers to plant specialty crops like fruits and vegetables without experiencing a permanent penalty to commodity program eligibility. The legislation would continue the principles of the Farm Flex program, which allows farmers to plant fruits and vegetables by voluntarily reducing the amount … Continue Reading
December 20, 2017
Sens. Young and Baldwin Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Equip Students with High-Demand International Skills
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) introduced a bipartisan bill to reauthorize Title VI of the Higher Education Act. The Advancing International and Foreign Language Education Act will ensure that American students have access to quality international and foreign language education programs that meet the needs of our nation. "It's important that our students are equipped with high-demand international skills and that our institutions of … Continue Reading
December 20, 2017
YOUNG VIDEO: Historic Tax Reform Bill Benefits Middle-Class Hoosier Families and Small Businesses
WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) released a video statement tonight following the Senate's passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Click here or the image below to view Senator Young's statement. video transcript: Today, I voted for pro-growth tax reform that will provide needed relief to American families. This bill is going to create a tax code that is simpler, fairer, and that allows Hoosiers to keep more of their hard-earned money. The bill also … Continue Reading
December 14, 2017
Young: Law Triggered by Saudi Arabia’s Actions in Yemen
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, sent a letter to President Trump highlighting that Saudi Arabia's actions in Yemen and the President's statement on December 6 trigger a prohibition on U.S. assistance to Saudi Arabia. "I write to thank you for your strong statement on December 6 regarding the need for Saudi Arabia to immediately end its starvation blockade in Yemen that has helped create the world's largest food … Continue Reading
December 12, 2017
Young Includes Key National and Indiana Priorities in Final National Defense Authorization Act and Report
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, President Trump signed into law the Fiscal Year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes language secured by U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), who served in the Marine Corps and now serves on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. The NDAA authorizes funding and sets forth policy for the Department of Defense (DoD). Congress has passed an NDAA each fiscal year for more than half a century."The United States confronts an extraordinary array of … Continue Reading
December 12, 2017
Young Introduces Bill to Promote and Understand the Future of Artificial Intelligence Technology
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), and Ed Markey (D-Mass.), along with Representatives John K. Delaney (D-Md.) and Pete Olson (R-Texas), introduced first-of-its-kind legislation that would promote an enabling environment for the continued development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The forward-looking bill, known as the Fundamentally Understanding the Usability and Realistic Evolution of Artificial Intelligence Act of 2017 - or … Continue Reading
December 08, 2017
PHOTOS: Senator Young Speaks to Indiana Farm Bureau
FRENCH LICK, Ind. - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) spoke at the Indiana Farm Bureau State Convention in French Lick. Senator Young discussed the Senate's recently passed tax reform bill that benefits Indiana's farmers, and his continued advocacy on behalf of the state's vital agriculture industry. "Last week the Senate passed a tax reform bill for the first time in 30 years. This bill will help create a tax code that is simpler, fairer, and relieves burdens on Indiana's family … Continue Reading
December 07, 2017
Senators Young, Klobuchar, and Blunt Lead Bicameral, Bipartisan Letter to Ethiopian Prime Minister on Adoptions
51 Senators and 61 Members of the House of Representatives Call on Ethiopia to Permit Completion of More Than 200 Adoptions Members: Failure to Permit Completion of "adoption processes will impose additional suffering on these children." WASHINGTON, D.C. - A bipartisan, bicameral group of Senators today urged the Prime Minister of Ethiopia to honor more than 200 adoptions with American families that have been halted by the Ethiopian government. The letter, led by U.S. Senators Todd Young … Continue Reading
