Assistance Coming After Indiana Severe Storms

Earlier this month, the Indiana congressional delegation sent a letter to President Biden urging him to support Governor Eric Holcomb’s request for a major disaster declaration for several Indiana counties due to severe weather on March 31-April 1, 2023. Our letter can be found here.

The President approved the Governor’s request last weekend. Indiana homeowners and renters in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties who were affected by these storms may apply for FEMA disaster assistance.

More information is available here.

MADE@Plainfield Offers Workforce Training to Hoosiers

I recently continued my Jobs, Innovation, and Security Tour with a visit to MADE@Plainfield. This collaborative effort is bringing together statewide higher education, workforce development, and community organizations to train Hoosiers for the jobs of today and the jobs of tomorrow.

Learn more here.

Rose-Hulman Connects Students with Tech-Based Companies

I joined Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology President Rob Coons on a tour of Rose-Hulman Ventures, a program connecting students with technology-based companies. This program is just one of the many ways Rose-Hulman is producing the type of highly skilled graduates that will help Indiana as we pursue a Tech Hub designation as part of my CHIPS and Science Act.

Limited Army Aviation Support Facility in Gary

I toured the Limited Army Aviation Support Facility at the Gary Airport. The facility services three aviation units and provides the Indiana National Guard access to the Chicago/Northwest Indiana metropolitan area.

Innovation Hub at Valparaiso University

I wrapped up my time in Northwest Indiana with a visit to Valparaiso University's Innovation Hub, bioengineering lab, and solar facility with Valparaiso President José Padilla. 

I was very impressed with the students and faculty, who are working on solutions to big problems. This university is a great asset to The Region.

Bipartisan Bill to Help Improve Access to Affordable Child Care

Hoosier parents rely on affordable child care in order to build careers and provide for their families.

I introduced bipartisan legislation to help improve access to affordable child care for parents working nontraditional hours. The After Hours Child Care Act would support expanding existing child care programs, or establishing new facilities in some cases, so parents can remain in the workforce and provide for their families while working outside of the traditional work hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Read more about this important effort here.

Local News

Tribune-Star: Neighbors Help Neighbors

WFYI: Indiana Officials Tour Tornado Destruction in Sullivan, Promise Aid

The Times: Indiana Delegation Supports Governor's Request for Major Disaster Declaration

Tribune-Star: U.S. Sen. Young Visits Rose-Hulman Ventures

95.3 MNC: Sen. Young Leading Group of 28 Senators Calling on FCC for Next Gen TV Rollout

Thank you for the continued privilege to serve you in the U.S. Senate. My mission is to fight on behalf of Hoosiers and the interests that are unique to our state. I look forward to working with you, and sharing our progress, in the days ahead. 

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