Strengthening Hoosier Small Businesses  

Small businesses create about two-thirds of new American jobs and generate nearly half of all U.S. economic activity. I recently joined Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) in introducing two pieces of legislation to help more Hoosiers and Americans launch and expand small businesses by improving the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) “504” loan program.

The 504 Credit Risk Management Improvement Act of 2025, which I led, would enhance and streamline oversight of the 504 loan program, enabling greater accountability and efficiency.

The 504 Modernization and Small Manufacturer Enhancement Act, led by Senator Klobuchar, would update the loan guarantee program and enhance the ability of small manufacturers to access affordable capital. The SBA’s 504 loan guarantee program provides small businesses with long-term fixed-rate financing for major assets including land, equipment, and machinery.

Read more about these efforts here. 

Visit to Cummins in Columbus

It was good to meet with the Cummins team in Columbus recently to discuss several policy issues. 

The thousands of Hoosiers who work for Cummins continue to drive innovation and technological advancement.

Schimpff's Confectionary in Jeffersonville

Last week, I had the chance to stop by one of my favorite places in southern Indiana - Schimpff’s Confectionery in Jeffersonville. 

This family-owned business has been making red hots and other candy for over 100 years. Read more here. 

Watch my short video about the visit here. 

Academy Day 2025 on August 18

High school students interested in learning more about America’s service academies are invited to attend my upcoming Academy Day on August 18. This meeting is an opportunity to learn more about the admissions process and what life is like at the United States Military Academy, the United States Naval Academy, the United States Air Force Academy, and the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Representatives from each academy will be on hand to answer questions.

For more information, please email academy_nominations@young.senate.gov or visit my website. 

Recognizing Summer Interns

I want to thank students who participated in the second session of summer internships in my Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. offices. They assisted with daily activities and special projects related to legislation, communications, and constituent services. 

The Washington D.C. class included (from left) Natalie Morris, a rising junior from Crown Point attending the University of Notre Dame; Sydney Melton, a rising junior from Washington attending Indiana University Bloomington; Edythe McCurrie, a rising junior attending the University of Notre Dame; Matthew Margo, a rising senior attending Purdue University; Vincent Mann, a rising junior from Indianapolis attending Princeton University; Kevin Boes, a second-year PHD student attending Purdue University; and Lucas LaHood, a rising junior attending the University of Miami.

The Indianapolis intern class included (from left) Samantha Kilgus, a rising junior from Indianapolis attending Lipscomb University; Matthew Amante, a rising senior attending the University of Notre Dame; Blake White, a recent graduate from Camby who attended Wabash College; and Collin Monesmith, a rising senior from Indianapolis attending Indiana University Bloomington.

My office offers internship opportunities year-round, in both my Indiana and Washington, D.C. offices. Students who are interested in applying can click here or call 202-224-5623 to learn more.

Help for Hoosiers 

Navigating federal agencies can be difficult. My staff and I are here to assist Hoosiers who are having trouble receiving benefits, have questions regarding a program or procedure, or have not heard back from these agencies in a timely manner.

Learn more about how we can help here.

Local News

News and Tribune - U.S. shipbuilding would rapidly increase under bipartisan bill

The Republic - Young offers thoughts on tariffs, redistricting and more

Marshall County Post - Senator Young, Klobuchar introduce bills to strengthen American small businesses

News and Tribune - Sen. Young recognizes summer interns in Indiana and Washington

Notre Dame - Notre Dame builds bridges between blockchain researchers, policymakers, and industry with new flagship event series

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. 

In Service,