Honoring Those Who Paid the Ultimate Price

Ahead of Memorial Day, I delivered remarks on the Senate floor and paid tribute to our fallen service members. I shared the story of Harold Dossett of Princeton, Indiana, who died while serving as a Merchant Mariner during World War II. I also paid tribute to the lasting contributions of the U.S. Merchant Marine.

In my remarks, I said, “As we prepare to observe Memorial Day this coming weekend, we remember the fallen sailors of the forgotten service, and we honor a young Hoosier who gave his life aboard one of its ships. Without the sacrifices of the Merchant Marine, America’s military would be unable to win its war or to defend its people.“

To watch my full speech, click here or the image above.

Heartland BioWorks Groundbreaking

On Monday, I joined Hoosier leaders from government, industry, and academia for a groundbreaking ceremony on the Heartland BioWorks HQ, a $24.3 million biomanufacturing workforce training and innovation facility located in the 16 Tech Innovation District in downtown Indianapolis.

The 20,000-square-foot, two-story building will be the first centralized biomanufacturing training facility in the multi-state Midwest region and is expected to open in mid-2027.

When I helped author and pass the CHIPS and Science Act, this is the kind of national impact I envisioned. Heartland BioWorks is proving that the Midwest can lead the next generation of American innovation by developing the talent, technology, and partnerships needed to secure our nation’s economic and biosciences future.

Read more here.

Greater Lafayette Commerce

I met with the Greater Lafayette Commerce to talk about issues affecting the Lafayette area, including the needs of Hoosier businesses, housing, and supporting our skilled workforce.

Northeast Indiana Honor Flight

A highlight of my week was spending time with Hoosier veterans from the Northeast Indiana Honor Flight. We honor these heroes.

Americans Need to Be Protected From Cargo Theft

Cargo theft has recently affected Hoosier businesses in Evansville and Grant County. This crime is happening across the country, and the costs are ultimately passed on to American families. I wrote a column in the Washington Times about my legislation that can help address this threat to our economic and national security.

Read my column here or by clicking the image above.

Hoosiers Ready for Indy 500

Every May, the Indiana Society of Washington D.C. hosts a celebration of the Indy 500. It was great to see so many Hoosiers, including three-time Indy pole winner Ed Carpenter. I am excited for a great race this weekend.

National Maritime Week

I spoke with American Maritime leaders and students on the need to revitalize U.S. shipbuilding and thanked them for their support of my SHIPS for America Act. Read more about the bill here.

Full Year of Zero Releases at the Border

This week, the United States Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced the U.S. Border Patrol’s twelfth consecutive month of zero releases at the border. Apprehensions at the border are down 95%.

It’s possible to have a real, effective border if we choose to enforce the law.

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

WIBC – $24M Heartland BioWorks Tech Hub Breaks Ground in Indy

14 News – Gibson Co. man’s story told on U.S. Senate floor ahead of Memorial Day

The Washington Times – Sen. Young: Americans need to be protected from cargo theft

Marshall County Post – U.S. Senators Young, Lankford introduce bill to protect privacy of charitable donors

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,