Senate Should Pass Congressional Stock Ban

This week, the House of Representatives passed the Stop Insider Trading Act, legislation that would restrict members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks. I am a cosponsor of this bill and have long supported restricting members of Congress from trading individual stocks because the American people deserve to know their elected officials are serving the public interest – not their own financial interests.

I urge my Senate colleagues to take up this legislation and pass this common-sense bill. Click here to read my recent column in the Indianapolis Star urging Congress to pass the legislation. Click here to watch me speak about this on the Senate floor.

New Funding for Bloch Quantum Tech Hub and Northwest Indiana Partners

This week, the U.S. Economic Development Administration announced that the Bloch Quantum Tech Hub, which includes partners in northwest Indiana, will receive $30 million in federal funding.

I helped create the Tech Hubs Program through the CHIPS and Science Act, and this investment will build on northwest Indiana’s research and advanced manufacturing strengths, accelerate the commercialization of quantum technologies, and further establish the Midwest as a global hub for innovation.

The Bloch Quantum Tech Hub is a regional consortium spanning Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin that brings together leading universities, national laboratories, manufacturers, startups, investors, and workforce partners to accelerate the commercialization of quantum technologies. The Hub aims to scale U.S. production of quantum materials, components, and subsystems by leveraging the region’s research and industrial assets, expanding shared manufacturing facilities, helping local firms enter the quantum supply chain, and fostering collaboration between hardware and software teams.  

IU-Led Coalition Selected for National Science Foundation Research Initiative

The IU-led NSF IMPACT Engine in Indiana has been selected as one of 12 new NSF Regional Innovation Engines, a highly competitive program designed to accelerate research — moving innovations from the lab to the marketplace while driving economic growth, job creation, and talent development.

The NSF IMPACT Engine was established through the CHIPS and Science Act, a bill I authored, and connects Indiana’s world-class orthopedic industry, top universities, and health data resources to speed life-changing musculoskeletal innovations to the market.

Indiana already leads the world in orthopedic manufacturing, and this designation builds on that foundation to cement our leadership in musculoskeletal innovation. Through the CHIPS and Science Act, we made a deliberate investment in places like Indiana, where research excellence, industry strength and talent come together to compete globally. This engine will accelerate innovation, grow high-quality jobs, and ensure Indiana remains at the forefront of this critical sector.

Upcoming Passport Fair

Members of my team will join the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs Chicago Passport Agency at the Sellersburg Post Office on Saturday, August 1 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for a passport acceptance event.

Hoosiers in need of a passport who would like to attend the event can schedule an appointment here. Walk-ins are also welcome.

We Should Address China's Maritime Threat by Building American Ships

Naval analysts confirm China is retrofitting cargo ships with deadly weapons – long-range strike and surface-to-air missiles, drone launching systems, as well as radar and tracking systems. What if one of these ships arrived in a major American port like Houston or Los Angeles?

I joined the FOX News Rundown Podcast to discuss my SHIPS for America Act and how rebuilding our domestic commercial fleet will support the Navy and protect our economy.

Listen to a part of the conversation here or by clicking the image above. For the full podcast episode, click here.

I also joined the Julie Mason Show on SirusXM to discuss my leadership on the SHIPS Act. We’ve lost the shipbuilding industry here in the United States. It’s time to bring it back and make American ships again.

To listen to our conversation, click here or on the image above.

Riley Children's Hospital

I visited Riley Children's Hospital to hear from their nationally recognized medical team and learn more about the life-saving care they provide to young Hoosiers and children across our country.

Meeting with Hoosier Veterans Running Small Businesses

I had a good discussion in Bloomington with Hoosier veterans who are now running small businesses in construction and the skilled trades. Thanks to VentureVets for organizing this important conversation.

Boys & Girls Clubs Meeting

I enjoyed meeting with young Hoosier leaders representing Boys & Girls Clubs from across Indiana. We talked about the positive impact of Boys & Girls Clubs through afterschool programs, mentoring, and academic support.

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

Fox News – From Washington: Making American Ships Again & China’s Maritime Threat

The Courier-Times – Thank you, Sen. Young, for the End TB Now Act

Indianapolis Business Journal – IU group selected to receive up to $160M to develop musculoskeletal health hub

The Ripon Advance – Young cheers NSF-backed Indiana hub for bone and joint health innovation

The Hamilton County Reporter – Young named 2026 “Hero of Main Street” by National Retail Federation

WTWO – Indiana Senator among winners of Hero of Main Street award from NRF

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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