U.S. Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.)
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Recent News About U.S. Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.)
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Young, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Designating April as National Safe Digging Month
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced a resolution designating April as National Safe Digging Month. The resolution aims to build awareness of safe digging practices that protect homeowners and utility workers from damaging underground utility lines during excavation projects."As Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Maritime, Freight, and Ports, I’m proud to cosponsor this resolution designating April as National Safe Digging Month. As the...
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Young, National Science Foundation Director Hold Events with IU, Purdue, Notre Dame
U.S. Senator Todd Young recently teamed up with National Science Foundation (NSF) Director Dr. Sethuraman Panchanathan for a series of events at Indiana University, Purdue University, and the University of Notre Dame. Senator Young expressed his admiration for Director Panchanathan, stating, "Director Panchanathan is an incredibly talented and innovative leader, and we were honored to host him in the Hoosier state. As he saw firsthand, big things are happening in the heartland of Indiana."During their visit to Indiana University, Senator Young and Director Panchanathan...
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Young, Colleagues Urge President Biden to Fill Vacancies on the International Trade Commission, Protect American Businesses
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators across party lines have come together to urge President Joe Biden to take action in filling vacancies on the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) to ensure the protection of American businesses and workers.In a joint letter, Senators Todd Young, Joe Manchin, Shelley Moore Capito, Sherrod Brown, Bob Casey, Ted Budd, and Mike Rounds emphasized the importance of having a fully-staffed ITC to safeguard American interests in trade. They highlighted that the current vacancies and expired terms at the ITC are hindering its ability to...
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Young, Colleagues Urge FCC to Halt Unlawful Plan to Reclassify Broadband as a Public Utility
U.S. Senator Todd Young, along with a coalition of colleagues, is urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reverse its plan to reclassify broadband as a public utility. In a letter to Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel, the members argue that this move would be an illegal power grab and detrimental to American consumers.The members assert that the FCC's draft order goes against the Communications Act of 1934, which prohibits treating broadband as a public utility. They highlight that Congress intentionally classified broadband as an information service to promote...
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U.S. Senator Todd Young Supports National Security Supplemental Funding Package
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, expressed strong support for the national security supplemental funding package, emphasizing the importance of addressing threats from China, Russia, and Iran. Young highlighted the necessity of diplomatic leverage, a strong military, and solidarity with allies and partners in facing these challenges.Young underscored the significance of the legislation in providing crucial security assistance to countries like Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, stating, “We cannot abandon...
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Young, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Accelerate the Development of Fusion Energy
U.S. Senators Todd Young, Alex Padilla, John Cornyn, Cory Booker, and Patty Murray have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at accelerating the development of commercial fusion technology. The Fusion Energy Act seeks to streamline the creation of clear federal regulations to support the growth of commercial fusion energy systems.Senator Young expressed the importance of the bill, stating, “Our bipartisan bill marks a pivotal step in advancing fusion energy, which has the potential to usher in a new era of energy production in America. By establishing a clear...
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Senate designates week-long celebration for U.S. national parks
The United States Senate has approved a bipartisan resolution to designate April 20-28, 2024, as National Park Week.
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Youth Leads Efforts to Authorize FIFA World Cup 2026 Commemorative Coin
U.S. Senators Todd Young and Laphonza Butler have introduced bipartisan legislation to authorize the production of coins commemorating the FIFA World Cup 2026, hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Senator Young, co-chair of the Congressional Soccer Caucus, expressed his excitement, stating, "As a co-chair of the Congressional Soccer Caucus and an avid soccer fan, I am excited to welcome the FIFA Men’s World Cup back to the United States for the first time in over three decades. This bipartisan bill will help preserve the legacy of this historic event and support...
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Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Ensure U.S. Leads Global AI Innovation
U.S. Senators Todd Young, Maria Cantwell, Marsha Blackburn, and John Hickenlooper have come together to introduce the bipartisan Future of AI Innovation Act. The bill aims to maintain American leadership in the global race to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies.Senator Young emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, "The Future of AI Innovation Act is critical to maintaining American leadership in the global race to advance AI." He highlighted the need for partnerships between government, the private sector, and academia to establish...
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Young, Merkley Celebrate Committee Passage of Bill Promoting Peaceful Resolution to the Tibet-China Conflict
U.S. Senator Todd Young expressed his satisfaction with the committee passage of the bipartisan bill, stating, "The Chinese Communist Party’s aggression towards Tibet is self-serving, with negotiations and even the very definition of Tibet 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. I am pleased by this vote, and I urge the full Senate to pass this bipartisan legislation and demonstrate America’s resolve that the CCP’s...
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Senators Introduce Resolution Declaring April 2024 Financial Literacy Month
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), and Jack Reed (D-R.I.) have introduced a resolution to declare April 2024 as Financial Literacy Month. The initiative, recognized by the U.S. Senate since 2004, aims to promote financial empowerment and raise awareness of the importance of financial education. According to the resolution, Financial Literacy Month is a national celebration that provides resources to help Americans of all ages develop and maintain healthy financial habits.Joining Senators Young, Scott, and Reed in this resolution are a...
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Senate Passes Resolution Establishing World Quantum Day
In a recent development, the United States Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution introduced by Senators Todd Young, Maggie Hassan, Marsha Blackburn, and Maria Cantwell to commemorate and support the goals of World Quantum Day, an annual event recognized on April 14th.Senator Young emphasized the significance of quantum science in technology advancements, stating, "Quantum science continues to create revolutionary technology and will help America secure our competitive advantage." He stressed the importance of providing resources for children to learn quantum...
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Young, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Renew Trade Partnership Between U.S. and Sub-Saharan African Countries
U.S. Senators Todd Young, James Risch, and Chris Coons have introduced the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Renewal and Improvement Act of 2024, aiming to renew and strengthen a key trade program with sub-Saharan African countries. Young stated, “For over two decades, AGOA has strengthened economic and trade relations between the U.S. and sub-Saharan African countries. This legislation to renew AGOA will enhance the oversight and efficiency of the program and further develop the relationship between the U.S. and this growing region.”The AGOA Renewal and...
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Republican Senators Call for Impeachment Trial of Mayorkas
In a recent development, U.S. Senator Todd Young and more than 40 Republican senators have urged Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to proceed with a trial to consider the impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The senators emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “Our brave men and women at Customs and Border Protection have worked tirelessly to make our nation safer, yet with 7.5 million encounters since President Biden took office, our southern border is a national security disaster."Highlighting the severity of the...
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Bipartisan bill seeks to evaluate U.S.-China economic ties' security risks
U.S. Senators Todd Young, Mitt Romney, Catherine Cortez Masto, James Lankford, Sherrod Brown, and John Cornyn have introduced a bipartisan bill titled the American Economic Independence Act.
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Senator Young honors 70th anniversary of historic 'Milan Miracle' basketball victory
U.S. Senator Todd Young commemorated the 70th anniversary of the Milan Miracle, a historic event in Indiana high school basketball, on the Senate floor today.
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Young backs legislation targeting crimes by illegal immigrants
U.S. Senator Todd Young, representing Indiana, has announced his support for the Laken Riley Act in collaboration with several Senate Republican colleagues.
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Senator Todd Young discusses AI and security at Reagan Institute summit
U.S. Senator Todd Young participated in a fireside chat at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute’s National Security Innovation Base Summit held in Washington, D.C. The event featured a discussion with Congressman Adam Smith,...
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Senators advocate for freeze on rising agricultural wage rates
U.S. Senator Todd Young from Indiana, along with Senator Mike Crapo of Idaho and other Senate colleagues, has sent a letter to Senate leadership.
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Bipartisan bill aims to reduce college costs through early credit programs
U.S. Senators Todd Young from Indiana and Maggie Hassan from New Hampshire have reintroduced the bipartisan Fast Track To and Through College Act.