U.S. Senator Young applauds labor award supporting training for Hoosier workers

Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM

U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) applauded the U.S. Department of Labor’s announcement of a $6.74 million award to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development to support employer-driven skills training for Hoosier workers in industries like shipbuilding, advanced manufacturing, and nuclear energy:

“Restoring American shipbuilding capacity starts with American workers, and this new funding will help build America’s maritime strength. Additionally, this investment will enable more Hoosiers gain the skills they need to succeed in good-paying jobs while supporting industries important to our national security. I want to thank Secretary Sonderling for working with us to bring this important funding to Hoosier workers,” said Senator Young.

“President Trump is restoring American manufacturing dominance, especially in critical industries like manufacturing, shipbuilding, and nuclear energy," said Acting Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling. "As we continue to see growth in the construction and manufacturing sectors these grants ensure that American workers have the skills necessary to fill the high-skilled and high-paying jobs that are driving our nation into a new era of industrial might and provide the economic security that previous administrations let slip overseas.”

The funding was awarded through the Department of Labor’s Industry-Driven Skills Training Fund, which supports employer-led training in high-growth and emerging industries. The Department announced $43 million in awards to seven states, including Indiana.

Additional information from the Department of Labor is available here.