Press Releases
Young Applauds Trump Statement and Again Calls for End to Saudi Starvation Blockade in Yemen
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, President Trump issued a statement today calling on Saudi Arabia to "completely allow food, fuel, water, and medicine to reach the Yemeni people who desperately need it." The President continued, "This must be done for humanitarian reasons immediately." Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) has led efforts in the Senate to end Saudi Arabia's starvation blockade of Yemen. Saudi Arabia's blockade has helped create the world's largest food insecurity crisis in Yemen and pushed … Continue Reading
December 06, 2017
Young: Hoosiers Deserve a Raise
WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) released a video touting the Senate's tax reform package that will provide tax cuts to hardworking Hoosiers and enable job growth. "Hoosiers need a raise. Working families need a raise," Senator Young says in the video. "I can't think of any better way to do that than providing tax relief." "We haven't done a real tax reform since I was born," says a South Bend small business leader. "And we're competing with counties where they make … Continue Reading
December 05, 2017
In Letter to State Dept., Young and Cardin Express Concerns About Reorganization Effort
Foreign Relations Committee Members Call for Greater Transparency with Congress and Immediate Lifting of the Department's Hiring Freeze Senators Challenge Assumption that Nation's Need for Diplomatic Capacity Will Decline WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Ben Cardin (D-Md.) sent a bipartisan letter to Deputy Secretary of State John Sullivan Tuesday expressing concerns regarding reorganization efforts within the Department of State and their impact on our country's … Continue Reading
December 04, 2017
Young, Donnelly Introduce Bipartisan Bill Directing VA to Study Veterans Crisis Line
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.) recently introduced the Senate version of the Veterans Crisis Line Study Act of 2017, which aims to ensure that the Veterans Crisis Line is effectively serving veterans in distress. The bill requires the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to formally study and report on the effectiveness of the Veterans Crisis Line in preventing suicide and addressing mental health care. "The Veterans Crisis Line is a … Continue Reading
December 04, 2017
Young Op-Ed: Senate Tax Bill Benefits Hoosiers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In an op-ed for the Indianapolis Star on Sunday, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) outlined the benefits of the tax reform package that passed the Senate last week, including repealing the Obamacare tax, doubling the standard deduction, doubling the Child Tax Credit, and lowering rates for middle-income Americans. "Our guiding principle for tax reform was simple: allow hardworking Hoosiers to keep and control more of their money. The goal throughout this process has been to … Continue Reading
December 02, 2017
VIDEO: Young Votes for Tax Reform Package that Includes Repeal of Obamacare Individual Mandate
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today issued the following statement regarding passage of the Senate's tax reform bill. The bill passed by a 51-49 vote. "This is a big win for Hoosiers. Not only did we repeal the oppressive individual mandate tax of Obamacare, but we acted on tax reform for the first time in 30 years that will ensure Hoosiers have a code that is fairer, that is simpler, and that allows them to keep more of what they earn."Many American workers have not seen … Continue Reading
December 01, 2017
Senators Young and Donnelly Introduce National Ernie Pyle Day Resolution
WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.) introduced a resolution this week to designate August 3, 2018, as National Ernie Pyle Day, in remembrance of the celebrated war correspondent and Hoosier journalist."Ernie Pyle's renowned career reporting throughout Indiana and World War II demonstrates the work ethic of Hoosiers and the dedication of Americans in commemorating our soldiers," said Senator Young. "By designating National Ernie Pyle Day, his important … Continue Reading
November 28, 2017
Companion to Young and Donnelly Bill to Support Law Enforcement Mental Health Programs Passes U.S. House
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.) today praised the passage of the bipartisan Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill now heads back to the U.S. Senate. Young and Donnelly 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 … Continue Reading
November 27, 2017
PHOTO: Senator Todd Young Visits with Members of the Indiana National Guard at Fort Meade
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) visited Fort Meade to meet with members of the Indiana National Guard who are mobilized to improve our nation's cyber capabilities. Fourteen members of the Indiana National Guard are serving as part of Task Force Echo. "Our nation confronts serious cyber threats, and the Indiana National Guard is playing an indispensable and pioneering role conducting cyber operations that are vital to our deployed troops and the national security of … Continue Reading
November 20, 2017
Senator Todd Young Announces Nominees for United States Service Academies
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) announced U.S. service academy nominations for 43 exemplary high school senior candidates from across Indiana. Nominees were selected by an advisory board chosen by Senator Young. The board reviewed each application and interviewed choice candidates before making nomination recommendations. Service Academy Nominees are listed below: United States Air Force Academy Mikayla Gallagher Indianapolis Joseph Haines Indianapolis … Continue Reading
November 17, 2017
Young, Donnelly Welcome Scott County Sheriff McClain’s Nomination as U.S. Marshal
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.) today welcomed the nomination of Scott County Sheriff Dan McClain to serve as the U.S. Marshal for the Southern District of Indiana. President Donald Trump announced the nomination today. "Sheriff McClain has helped guide Scott County through some of southern Indiana's most trying times," Senator Young said. "His honorable service in the Navy and his experience navigating the opioid crisis - the chief law … Continue Reading
November 17, 2017
Bipartisan Investing in Opportunity Act Passes Out of Finance Committee
WASHINGTON, DC - In a major step toward helping distressed communities nationwide, the bipartisan Investing in Opportunity Act (IIOA) passed out of the Senate Finance Committee as a part of the tax reform bill that will be voted on by the full Senate in the coming weeks. The bill was introduced by U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and co-sponsored by Senator Young (R-Ind.). The IIOA incentivizes investment in economically distressed areas by allowing trillions of dollars in private capital to be … Continue Reading
November 16, 2017
Young Renews Call for Immediate End to Saudi Arabia’s Humanitarian Blockade of Yemen
Young: Saudi Humanitarian Blockade Undermining U.S. National Security Interests World Food Programme, United Nations Children's Fund, and World Health Organization: "Lives of Millions Are At Risk" UN Humanitarian Chief: Saudi Blockade Risks "the largest famine the world has seen for many decades" WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following a joint statement today by the leaders of the World Food Programme (WFP), United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), and the World Health Organization (WHO) saying … Continue Reading
November 16, 2017
Final FY 2018 Defense Bill Includes Senator Young Priorities Related to Nuclear Modernization, Pentagon Reform, and Naval Readiness
WASHINGTON DC - Yesterday, the United States Senate passed the Conference Report for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes language Senator Todd Young (R-IN) worked to incorporate. Young, who served in the Marine Corps and now serves on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, worked successfully to include language in the Conference Report related to nuclear modernization, Pentagon reform, and naval combat readiness. The NDAA, an essential defense … Continue Reading
November 16, 2017
Senator Young Includes Indiana and National Priorities in Final FY 2018 Defense Bill
WASHINGTON DC - Yesterday, the United States Senate passed the Conference Report for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes language Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) worked to incorporate. Young, who served in the Marine Corps and now serves on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, worked successfully to include language in the Conference Report that urges the Navy and Air Force to increase integration, co-location, and commonality as they modernize … Continue Reading
November 15, 2017
Young- and Donnelly-Supported Bill Requiring U.S. Amateur Athletic Organizations to Report Sexual Abuse Passes Senate
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Senate yesterday passed bipartisan legislation introduced by Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.), along with Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Bill Nelson (D-Fla.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) that would require amateur athletics governing bodies to report sex-abuse allegations immediately to local or federal law enforcement, or a child-welfare agency designated by the Justice Department. Young said, … Continue Reading
November 14, 2017
PHOTOS: Senator Young Meets with Secretary Shulkin, Pushes for Improved VA Efficiency
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today met with Secretary of Veterans Affairs David Shulkin at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in Washington, D.C. to push for faster, more efficient claims processing in the VA. The meeting follows Senator Young's October visit to the Indianapolis Regional Office to highlight some of the department's longest outstanding cases. "Secretary Shulkin is a willing partner and should be commended for the manner in which he has … Continue Reading
November 13, 2017
Young Applauds Nomination of Alex Azar to Lead HHS
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today issued the following statement regarding President Trump's announcement that Alex Azar of Indianapolis has been nominated to serve as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): "Alex Azar is an excellent choice to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. His previous leadership experience at HHS and his work at Indianapolis-based Eli Lilly will be an effective combination as we work to solve our … Continue Reading
November 09, 2017
Young Statement on Senate Tax Relief Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today released the following statement regarding the Senate Finance Committee's tax relief bill:"I'm encouraged by the Senate's proposal to create a tax code that is simpler, fairer, and allows hardworking Hoosiers to keep more of what they earn. I'm also glad that this proposal maintains the adoption tax credit that is important to so many Indiana families. As we continue to debate a final tax relief package, I will keep working to ensure … Continue Reading
November 09, 2017
VIDEO: Young Releases Statement Ahead of Veterans Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today issued a video statement ahead of Veterans Day on Saturday, November 11. Click here or the image below to view the video. Full video transcript: Veterans Day is an opportunity to say 'thank you' to all those who have served and made a real difference. All of those who protected us and made our way of life possible. So today, I'd like to say thank you. As a marine, I feel like I have a strong respect and appreciation for … Continue Reading
