We Will Never Forget

It is hard to believe that 25 years have passed since September 11, 2001. Even with the passage of time, it is difficult to revisit the images and emotions of that day. The shock, grief, and anger felt across our nation. We will never forget.

We will never forget the lives lost on that day, and the way all Americans were unified following the attacks. Thank you to all who heroically responded that day and those who have responded ever since to protect our country.

Navy’s First Advanced Nuclear Microreactor Deployment Coming to Crane

This week, the Department of War announced the installation of an advanced nuclear Micro Modular Reactor at Naval Weapons Station (NWS) Crane in southern Indiana by September 2028.

This announcement by the Department of War is exciting news for our state. Critical next-generation energy solutions for our warfighters will be located in Indiana, at Crane. This first-of-its-kind mission will bring the highest levels of nuclear expertise to our state and is another example of the important role Hoosiers are playing in our national security.

The project is being executed jointly by the Army’s Janus Program; the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations and Environment; the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)); and the State of Indiana.

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Investment in Gary Works

U.S. Steel has completed the reline of a blast furnace at its Gary steel mill. The company is investing more than $3.1 billion into Gary Works after its acquisition by Nippon Steel. The newly upgraded blast furnace will produce molten iron that is then turned into steel for appliances, cars, and other manufactured products.

This is the investment I hoped to see from the Nippon Steel deal. New investments at Gary Works will support northwest Indiana manufacturing, strengthen American steel, and reinforce a domestic supply chain that runs from Minnesota iron ore to steel made in Gary.

Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce

I had a good visit with the Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce to discuss the growing manufacturing, life sciences, and defense industries in Indiana. We also talked about workforce development and my priorities in the Senate. Thank you to Ivy Tech Community College in Lawrenceburg for hosting us.

525 Foundation

It was wonderful to see to Hoosier Becky Savage and her 525 Foundation recognized in Washington recently. Becky has turned unimaginable heartbreak into life-saving action, and the 525 Foundation continues to make a positive impact.

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

Inside INdiana Business – Defense Department to install ‘micro’ nuclear reactor at Crane

WOWO – Advanced nuclear microreactor planned for Naval Weapons Station Crane

NWI Times – U.S. Steel completes $350 million project, returns blast furnace to service at Gary Works

Dubois County Herald – Indiana receives $120 million to strengthen rural health care

Gray TV – Bill to help motorsports tracks back in spotlight following DC race

WTWO – Micro Modular Reactor to be installed at Naval Weapon Station Crane

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,

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