Press Releases
Young, Merkley Lead Bipartisan Letter Calling for Action on Burma Crisis
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, led a bipartisan letter to U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley regarding the Burmese military's brutal campaign of ethnic cleansing against the Rohingya Muslim minority. The letter signed by 21 U.S. senators highlights the Burmese military's systematic campaign of arson, murder, and rape that has forced more than 500,000 people to flee from … Continue Reading
October 19, 2017
Young, Casey Offer Bipartisan Solution To Medicare Enrollment Issues
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In an effort to simplify the complex enrollment process for the growing number of Americans aging into Medicare, U.S Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Bob Casey (D-Pa.) introduced the bipartisan Beneficiary Enrollment Notification and Eligibility Simplification (BENES) Act. The BENES Act, which is supported by nearly 70 organizations that represent older Americans, people with disabilities, insurers, and health care providers, would simplify and modernize the Medicare … Continue Reading
October 16, 2017
Photos: Senators Donnelly and Young Host Marine Corps Commandant at Crane
Bloomington - U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young hosted United States Marine Corps Commandant and member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Robert Neller at Crane Naval Surface Warfare Center and Crane Army Ammunition Activity on Friday. General Neller received briefings on Crane's innovative work in the areas of expeditionary warfare, electronic warfare, nuclear security, and ammunition logistics. "I was proud to host the Commandant of the United States Marine Corps at Crane Naval … Continue Reading
October 04, 2017
Senators Young and Donnelly Applaud U.S. Attorney Confirmation
Washington D.C. - Senators Todd Young and Joe Donnelly applauded the confirmation of Thomas L. Kirsch, of Schererville, to serve as the United States Attorney for the Northern District of Indiana. "Tom is a well-qualified attorney who has garnered broad support from both sides of the aisle. He approaches the law thoughtfully and will bring a wealth of experience to this role," said the Senators. "He will serve Hoosiers in the Northern District well." In July, President Trump nominated Thomas … Continue Reading
October 04, 2017
Senator Young Statement on Senate Confirmation of Ted McKinney
Washington D.C. - Senator Todd Young released a statement following the confirmation of Ted McKinney to serve as the Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture: "Ted McKinney is a proven leader in Hoosier agriculture. With over 30 years of industry knowledge, he will be an asset serving as the Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs. I look forward to working with Ted to ensure that Hoosier farmers can continue to … Continue Reading
September 29, 2017
Donnelly, Young Applaud Confirmation of U.S. Attorney
Washington, D.C. - Josh Minkler was confirmed unanimously this afternoon to serve as U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of Indiana. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young released the following statement. "Josh has served in the U.S. Attorney's office for more than 20 years and has earned a reputation as a tough prosecutor, who has a heart for the communities he serves. His unanimous confirmation is evidence that he has garnered respect from both sides of the aisle." Minkler has … Continue Reading
September 27, 2017
Senator Young Statement on President Trump’s Tax Reform Speech
Indianapolis - Senator Todd Young today released the following statement after President Donald Trump's speech in Indianapolis outlining the details of his tax reform plan. "President Trump made a convincing case today that this tax reform package will boost the economy and increase the take-home pay of every Hoosier. For the first time in 30 years, the prospects for a simpler tax code that lowers taxes for the working class and provides relief for small business owners look good. Let's seize … Continue Reading
September 27, 2017
Senate Passes Young & Cardin Resolution Calling for Urgent Campaign to Prevent Millions from Starving to Death
Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, the United States Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution introduced by Senator Todd Young (R-IN) and Senate Foreign Relations Committee Ranking Member Ben Cardin (D-MD) calling for an urgent and comprehensive diplomatic effort to address political obstacles in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, and Yemen that are preventing humanitarian aid from being delivered to tens of millions of people who desperately need it. The resolution calls on all parties to … Continue Reading
September 21, 2017
Senator Young statement on the passing of Judge Larry McKinney
Indianapolis, IN -- Senator Todd Young released a statement following the death of Judge Larry McKinney: "I'm saddened by the passing of Judge McKinney. He served with distinction on the federal bench for 30 years and will be remembered fondly by … Continue Reading
September 19, 2017
Young Works to Include Legislation to Boost National Security and NSWC Crane in Annual Defense Bill
Washington, D.C. - Senator Todd Young (R-IN) worked successfully to include three provisions in the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that the Senate plans to vote on tonight, including one that would provide a boost to Crane Naval Surface Warfare Center in southern Indiana. Senator Young will speak on the floor of the Senate at 4 p.m. to discuss his amendments and his support of the NDAA. Young's amendment requires the Department of Defense to seek greater cooperation between … Continue Reading
September 07, 2017
SENATORS YOUNG AND MERKLEY CALL FOR GAO REVIEW OF UN PEACEKEEPING OPERATIONS
Today, Senators Todd Young (R-IN) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee that oversees the United Nations, sent a letter to the Comptroller General asking the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to examine United Nations (UN) peacekeeping operations. Young and Merkley issued the following joint statement today: "Reform of UN peacekeeping is needed, and this GAO review will provide Congress and the administration valuable … Continue Reading
September 06, 2017
Keynote Address: Four Famines: Fragility, Resilience, and the Role of International Development
*Remarks as prepared for delivery* Worse Humanitarian Crisis since WWII "Today, the world confronts the worst humanitarian crisis since World War Two. In North-East Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, and Yemen, we confront humanitarian crises of breathtaking scope and severity. In those four countries, as World Food Programme Executive Director Beasley testified in July, about 20 million people are at risk of severe hunger or starvation. "In Yemen alone, an estimated 17 million people are … Continue Reading
September 06, 2017
Senator Young's Statement Following Briefing on North Korea and Afghanistan
Senator Young issued a statement following a briefing with the administration on North Korea and Afghanistan: "I appreciated the briefing today on North Korea and Afghanistan from the administration's senior national security officials, and as a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, I will continue to monitor developments in both countries closely. "I support the administration's efforts, working with our allies and partners, to impose the maximum possible diplomatic and economic … Continue Reading
September 05, 2017
Senator Young Statement on DACA Announcement
Washington DC - Senator Todd Young issued a statement following the announcement from Attorney General Jeff Sessions that the DACA program will be wound down: "I continue to believe we must secure our southern border and fix our broken immigration system. Irrespective of today's announcement, that requires a bipartisan solution in Congress that reforms our legal immigration system, prevents illegal immigration, and addresses the question of what to do with undocumented men, women and children … Continue Reading
August 28, 2017
Senator Young Keynotes U.S. Global Leadership Coalition Event in Indianapolis
Why U.S. Global Leadership and Engagement Matter "The title of the event today is "America's Role in the World: Why Leading Globally Matters for Indiana." "Now, I realize by virtue of being associated with USGLC and being here today, most of you already know why American international leadership is good for our state and nation. "But allow me to briefly describe a few principles that guide my thinking. "First, if we are to keep America safe and prosperous at home, then we must remain … Continue Reading
August 23, 2017
Senator Young Opioid Addiction Risk Transparency Act Signed into Law
WASHINGTON, D.C. - On August 18, 2017, President Trump signed the Food and Drug Administration Reauthorization Act of 2017 into law, which included Senator Young's Opioid Addiction Risk Transparency Act. The legislation was authored in partnership with Senator Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire. "A simple conversation can have the ability to make a huge difference in the opioid epidemic that is plaguing many communities in Indiana and around the country," said Senator Todd Young. "This proposal … Continue Reading
August 14, 2017
Senator Young to Host Academy Days for Students Interested in Attending U.S. Military Academies
New Albany, IN - Senator Todd Young, a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, will host a series of "Academy Days" to serve as informational sessions for current high school students interested in attending one of the U.S. Military Service Academies. Find date and location information below the video; for complete details on the academy nomination process go to, Young.Senate.gov/help/academy-nominations or call, (317) 226-6700. Senator Young's Academy Days: Monday, … Continue Reading
August 09, 2017
Young Calls for Action after UN Security Council Passes Statement on Four Famines
Washington, D.C. -- Today, following Senator Todd Young's (R-IN) efforts to promote a diplomatic surge to address the humanitarian crises in Yemen, Somalia, South Sudan, and northeast Nigeria, the United Nations (UN) Security Council unanimously passed a statement on the humanitarian crises in these four countries. The statement calls on all parties to respect international humanitarian law and permit unhindered access for humanitarian assistance to all areas. As a member of the Senate … Continue Reading
August 08, 2017
Senator Young Statement on FASTLANE Grant Recommendation for Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor
Senator Todd Young released a statement following the announcement of the Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor securing a FASTLANE grant recommendation from the U.S. Department of Transportation: "Infrastructure means jobs. Indiana is investing where it matters to attract business and help existing businesses grow and hire more. The Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor FASTLANE grant will help strengthen the Hoosier economy and, in the Senate, I will continue to support efforts to enhance infrastructure … Continue Reading
August 03, 2017
Senator Young Leads Effort to Oppose Terrorist Incitement
Washington D.C. - Today, Senator Todd Young led a successful effort in the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to strengthen the Taylor Force Act. The Taylor Force Act would prohibit certain types of U.S. foreign assistance from going to the Palestinian Authority (PA) until the Secretary of State certifies that the PA has ended its practice of payments for acts of terror. Initially, the bill considered by the committee required three certifications related to these terror payments. With … Continue Reading
