Senator Todd Young

02/13/2021

Thursday was the 18th Annual Special Olympics International Capitol Hill Day. It was great hearing from them about their initiatives to support inclusive education and health initiatives for people with intellectual disabilities.

02/12/2021

#OTD 212 years ago, 16th President and Hoosier, Abraham Lincoln was born forever changing the course of history. Today, his wisdom still rings true.

02/11/2021

National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU) has served as the voice of our nation’s private, nonprofit colleges & universities. With 22 member colleges in Indiana alone, it was great meeting with some of these outstanding institutions yesterday to discuss #coronavirus relief and how they are helping students.

02/11/2021

Sen. Young reintroduces legislation to support mental health and addiction services

For many Hoosiers living with mental illness and substance use disorders, the #coronavirus pandemic has created significant challenges. #ICYMI: I reintroduced a bill to provide mental health & addiction services and treatment to Hoosiers struggling at home.

U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) reintroduced bipartisan legislation directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to e…

02/09/2021

I stand with Burmese Hoosiers.

02/09/2021

➡️ COVID Relief
➡️ Curbing Costly Regulations
➡️ Housing Affordability

And more in my #HoosierHighlights newsletter: https://outreach.senate.gov/iqextranet/view_newsletter.aspx?id=104034&c=SenYoung

02/08/2021

Hoosier Bill Garrett was one of the first African Americans to play on a Big Ten basketball team at Indiana University. He paved the way for collegiate athletic opportunities in Midwest Black communities. Coach Garrett led Crispus Attucks High School to the state championship in 1959 - becoming the first Indiana Mr. Basketball to win the tournament as a player at Shelbyville and as a coach. #MarkerMonday #Bloomington #BlackHistoryMonth https://www.in.gov/history/markers/4338.htm

02/07/2021

On February 25th and 26th, Indiana Broadcasters Association will hold a career fair to help more than 90 Indiana radio and TV stations fill more than 70 open full-time, part-time, and internship positions. If you or someone you know may be interested, learn more here: https://www.indianabroadcasters.org/careers/career-fairs/

02/07/2021

I continue to hear from Hoosiers about the need for increased access to mental and behavioral health services particularly in rural areas. I recently spoke at American Telemedicine Association's Telehealth Policy Conference on my efforts to support greater access to these services in Indiana.

02/06/2021

My heart breaks for the Bayh family. Susan was an accomplished attorney who loved serving our state as First Lady. But she found even more joy in raising her twin boys. I appreciate the kindness the Bayh family has shown me over the years, and I’m praying for them in their time of grief.

02/06/2021

This week, I met with Hoosier members of National League of Cities, including Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer. We discussed #coronavirus relief and ways that we can work together to build better communities throughout Indiana.

02/05/2021

President Biden has emphasized his desire for unity, but actions from his Democratic counterparts in Congress aren’t matching up to his rhetoric. Their plan to ram a one-sided COVID-19 package through Congress without bipartisan negotiation is the exact opposite of unity. When I joined a group of my Republican colleagues at the White House this week to propose a more targeted approach focused directly on COVID-19 relief, I was pleased that the President offered a courteous ear and appeared ready to work with Republicans to find common ground on relief for Americans, just as we have done five previous times since this pandemic began. We should be working together to get vaccines in arms, provide small business relief, and get our kids back to school. But instead, national Democrats are prioritizing a partisan package that focuses more on liberal priorities that have nothing to do with the pandemic, such as bailing out fiscally irresponsible states and raising the minimum wage. I’m disappointed this is the approach Democrats in Congress have chosen to take.

02/05/2021

Young Urges Biden Administration to Support Indiana Auto Manufacturing by Addressing Global Semiconductor Shortage | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana

In a recent letter to National Economic Council, Brian Deese, I expressed concern for the global semiconductor shortage & its impact on the auto industry. Over 100,000 Hoosiers work in auto manufacturing and Indiana is home to 500+ auto companies.

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02/05/2021

Young, Schatz Introduce New Legislation To Protect Journalists, Promote Press Freedom Around The World | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana

Freedom of the press is essential to democracy, good governance, and holding those in power accountable. Yesterday, I put forth a proposal to promote press freedom and the protection of journalists worldwide. More here:

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02/05/2021

It was great connecting with Fishers Junior High We the People students this week and getting to meet some of our future Hoosier leaders. We discussed the importance of bipartisanship in Congress and other news of the day.

02/05/2021

Senate Passes Young, Cotton Amendment to Prohibit Stimulus Checks for Illegal Immigrants | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana

The Senate passed my amendment to prohibit Economic Impact Payments for illegal immigrants by a bipartisan 58-42 vote. It would establish a dangerous precedent if the federal government were to give a direct cash payment to those here illegally.

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02/04/2021

Soon the Senate will vote on my amendment w/ Senator Tom Cotton to prohibit stimulus checks from going to illegal immigrants. My thoughts:

02/04/2021

Op-ed: Here's how Pete Buttigieg can ease Indiana trucking's labor shortage

"Imagine a driver based in South Bend, Indiana, who cannot legally accept a route driving just a few miles to nearby Niles, Michigan, but inexplicably can make the 625-mile round trip from South Bend to Evansville."
My DRIVE-Safe Act fixes this problem.

Lowering the age at which truck drivers can cross state lines would ease a labor shortage, writes a South Bend-based food service company's president.

02/04/2021

Young, Cotton Introduce Amendment to Prohibit Stimulus Checks for Illegal Immigrants | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana

Economic Impact Payments were intended to provide a lifeline to Americans struggling to make ends meet during the coronavirus pandemic. They were not intended for people who are in our country illegally.

I filed an amendment to the budget resolution currently being debated on the Senate floor with Senator Cotton that would ensure people who break our immigration laws aren’t receiving taxpayer-funded handouts. https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-cotton-introduce-amendment-to-prohibit-stimulus-checks-for-illegal-immigrants

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02/03/2021

Senators Young, Casey, Capito Re-Introduce Bill to Support Child Care Workforce | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana

Re-intro'd the Early Educators Apprenticeship Act to support apprenticeships in early childhood education. This addresses a critical need in many Hoosier communities, where finding affordable child care is challenging & even more dire during this pandemic.

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02/03/2021

Today I paid my respects to U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick as he laid in honor in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. His bravery and sacrifice for our nation on January 6 will be remembered by all.

02/02/2021

Young Reintroduces REINS Act to Curb Costly Regulations | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana

We've made progress curbing costly, job-killing regulations since I first intro'd the #REINSact 8 years ago, but as we enter a new administration, it's more important than ever that Congress has an oversight role in approving major federal rules & regs.

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02/02/2021

Young Reintroduces REINS Act to Curb Costly Regulations | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana

We've made progress curbing costly, job-killing regulations since I first intro'd the #REINSact 8 years ago, but as we enter a new administration, it's more important than ever that Congress has an oversight role in approving major federal rules & regs.

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02/02/2021

Senator Todd Young: Joins Neil Cavuto on Fox News to Discuss Coronavirus Relief

If President Biden really wants to unify the country he needs to work with Republicans on a bipartisan #COVID relief package.

02/02/2021

Watch LIVE: I’ll be joining Neil Cavuto on Fox News at 4:05 EST to discuss yesterday’s meeting with President Biden and Republicans’ more targeted #COVID relief proposal.

02/02/2021

Had a productive meeting in the Oval Office tonight with President Biden and several of my colleagues. We presented our more targeted COVID relief proposal, and talks between our group, the administration, and other Senators will continue.

02/02/2021

For years, the 1787 NW Ordinance was misinterpreted, perpetuating slavery in Indiana. Then Polly Strong took her fight for freedom to the state Supreme Court, forcing Indiana to honor its constitution’s commitment to outlaw slavery. As a result of Polly Strong’s fight for liberation, this terrible institution gradually disappeared in Indiana. #MarkerMonday #Corydon #BlackHistoryMonth https://www.in.gov/history/state-historical-markers/find-a-marker/find-historical-markers-by-county/indiana-historical-markers-by-county/polly-strong-slavery-case/

02/02/2021

Tonight, I was part of a group of 10 Republican Senators who met with President Biden to discuss the details of a more targeted COVID-19 relief proposal. Learn more about this meeting in my #HoosierHighlights Newsletter: https://outreach.senate.gov/iqextranet/view_newsletter.aspx?id=104025&c=SenYoung

02/01/2021

Young, Republican Senators Announce Proposal to Rein in Biden $1.9 Trillion Plan | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana

I'm hopeful that President Biden will make good on his calls for unity and work with Republican Senators to pass a more targeted #COVID19 relief package, like the one we released today, which is capable of garnering bipartisan support.

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01/31/2021

Young, Hyde-Smith Reintroduce SAVE Moms and Babies Act | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana

I helped reintroduce the SAVE Moms and Babies Act to strengthen the oversight of abortion drugs, prevent providers from dispensing them remotely, & stop the approval of new chemical drugs:

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01/31/2021

Lowell High School graduate chosen as first Space Force recruit from Northern Indiana

Collin Hubbard, a 2020 Graduate from Lowell High School, has been chosen as Northern Indiana’s first recruit to enter directly into the United States Space Force. I want to extend my congratulations to this outstanding young Hoosier on his exceptional achievement.

The 2020 graduate of Lowell High School has been selected to be the first person from Northern Indiana to enter directly into the U.S. Space Force.

01/30/2021

Senator Todd Young: Fox 59 Clip

Last week, I introduced a bill to award Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman with a Congressional Gold Medal. His heroic actions on January 6 helped save lives within the Capitol walls.

01/30/2021

Young’s bipartisan bill elevates national security risk of global corruption - Ripon Advance

Global corruption is often at the root of conflict, humanitarian suffering, and political crises. #ICYMI: My bill aims to stop international corruption by standing with the world’s most vulnerable and holding those in power responsible for their actions.

U.S. Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) on Jan. 22 introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at making international corruption an American national security priority. “Global corruption is often at the root of conflict, humanitarian suffering, and political crises,” Sen. Young said. “In places Read more...

01/29/2021

Year after year, Hoosiers remain united behind our most fundamental right - the right to life. Even though this year’s March for Life is virtual, it is just as important that we stand up for the unborn, especially now that the Biden Administration has already taken steps to allow taxpayer-funded abortions on demand. I will continue to stand up for the unborn and support legislation that protects innocent life. #WhyWeMarch https://www.young.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/young-statement-on-biden-abortion-actions

01/29/2021

Young Reintroduces the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana

I reintroduced the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act which bans the horrific act of infanticide by ensuring that babies who survive attempted abortions have the chance at life that they deserve. Learn more about this life-saving bill here:

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