Hoosier State Today

U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) has announced his committee assignments for the 119th Congress, marking a new role on the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. The Intelligence Committee, established in 1976, is tasked with overseeing and conducting studies of U.S. intelligence activities and ensuring they align with constitutional and legal standards.

Senator Young expressed his commitment to the committee's mission, stating, "As a former U.S. Marine Corps intelligence officer, I have a deep appreciation for our dedicated intelligence professionals and the importance of unbiased intelligence to our national security. I look forward to working with my colleagues on the committee to ensure policymakers are receiving the best intelligence possible as they make critical decisions."

The Intelligence Committee comprises 17 Senators—nine from the majority party and eight from the minority—reflecting its nonpartisan intent and encouraging bipartisan cooperation.

In addition to this new role, Senator Young will continue serving on three other committees: Finance; Commerce, Science, and Transportation; and Small Business and Entrepreneurship. He noted that the Finance Committee will be central in upcoming tax reform efforts.

"I’m honored to continue my work on these committees to tackle the issues most important to Hoosiers, including stimulating economic growth, reducing costs for families, and ensuring America maintains global leadership in technology," said Senator Young.

These committee assignments will commence in January.