Meeting a Hoosier Hero 

It was an honor to meet with native Hoosier and Medal of Honor candidate Major Nicholas Dockery to learn more about his story and his ongoing support of America’s veterans through his foundation. He is a true American Hero.

Learn more about his foundation here.

The Fight to End Insider Trading in Congress

I spoke with Fox News Radio about how insider trading in Congress erodes public trust and why I am pushing for a ban on stock trading by members of Congress.

Listen to the full interview here.

The Month of May is Here

Team Young is ready for the 110th Indy 500 later this month!

 Support Our Border Patrol

A recent routine inspection of a commercial truck by Customs and Border Protection resulted in officers discovering $8.1 million worth of methamphetamine disguised as a shipment of tiles. Read more about this apprehension here.

Thank you to our Border Patrol for protecting the American people. Last week, I voted for and the Senate passed a budget resolution to fund critical agencies like Border Patrol. We need to support these professionals who help keep us safe.

Hoosiers Need Reliable Energy

I had the opportunity to speak with Indiana Electric Cooperatives leaders from across our state to discuss ways to strengthen the grid. Hoosiers need reliable energy to continue leading in manufacturing and innovation.

Future of American Biotech is Being Built in Indianapolis

David Rosenberg published a great column in the Indianapolis Business Journal on how the future of American biotech is being built in Indianapolis. David testified at the Senate Small Business Committee field hearing I held in Carmel in April. 

Read the full article here.

DoD Audit Update

I secured a provision in the 2023 National Defense Authorization Act requiring that the Department of Defense (DoD) conduct a full and clean audit within five years. I also spoke with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth about this during his confirmation process.

This week, the Secretary announce that the DoD will deliver a clean audit for its 2028 financial statements. It’s good to see this is a priority, and let’s get it done to promote greater transparency.

Read about my past work on this issue here.

Keeping Hoosiers Connected

I had a good meeting with Hoosier members of the Indiana Rural Broadband Association, who provide vital connection for the Hoosiers in the most rural parts of our state. Ensuring this connectivity remains a priority of mine.

USDA Moves SNAP Office to Indy

This week, the Trump administration announced it is moving the office that administers the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to Indianapolis as part of an effort to move Department of Agriculture services out of Washington.

It’s great to see these services move outside of DC and into places like Indiana that feed our nation. Read more here.

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

Hoosier Ag Today – Banks, Young Rally for Farmers—But, Can the Farm Bill Survive the Senate’s 60-Vote Gauntlet?

WFIU – What the Heck is a Hoosier: The Mystery of Indiana's Nickname

Brownfield – New bipartisan bill aims to improve water quality in the Ohio River Basin

Daily Journal – Todd Young: Ban Congress from trading stocks

NWI Times – U.S. Sen. Todd Young responds to security incident at White House Correspondent's Dinner

IBJ – David Rosenberg: Future of American biotech is being built in Indianapolis

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,