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Bill Young (FL-10) Top Headlines Editorials Budget Issues

Young Brought Federal Funding to Tampa Bay Area As of November 2011, Young had brought federal funding to the Tampa Bay area for buildings, bridges, a regional reservoir, and a marine science complex in St. Petersburg. Though the funds had kept him popular among his top contributors and had improved his name recognition, Young drew criticism for being too close with lobbyists. [St. Petersburg Times, 11/4/11] Young Supported Legislation to provide $50 Million to RNC Convention In November 2011, Young told Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn not to worry about it, that he was going to be there for us, and he was with respect to adding $50 million onto the federal budget to provide security for the 2012 RNC convention in Tampa. [St. Petersburg Times, 11/15/11] Planned to Follow Earmark Ban In February 2011, Young said he planned to follow the earmark ban. I go by the rules, he said in an interview. Whether I agree with them or not. From 2008 to 2010, Young sponsored $298 million in earmarks placing him second out of 435 representatives, according to Taxpayers for Common Sense. [Washington Post, 2/23/11] Wants Spending Control and Debt Reduction to Be Tied to Potential Debt Limit Increase In April 2011, Young said the debt limit must only be raised when tied with important spending control and debt reduction measures to the debt limit vote. [Rep. Todd Young E-Newsletter, 4/21/11] Said Credit Rating Will Be Downgraded If Ryan Budget Is Not Adopted In April 2011, Young said that bond markets are already worried about the U.S.s bond markets, as evidenced by the S&Ps downgrading of the economic outlook for the country. He said, the only plan that not only completely erases budget deficits, but also begins to pay down the national debt, is the Path to Prosperity budget for 2012. [Rep. Todd Young E-Newsletter, 4/21/11] Voted for $1 Trillion in Subcommittee Allocations Cutting Important Programs

In May 2011, Young voted in the Appropriations Committee for $1 trillion in subcommittee allocations which the Appropriations Committee said was $30.4 billion less than enacted in fiscal year 2011 and $121.6 billion less than requested by President Obama for 2012. Democrats criticized the amounts, warning they could carry serious consequences for government programs. Ranking Democrat Norm Dicks of Washington said the allocations would cause real harm to the economy but do next to nothing to balance the budget. The amounts were approved 27-21 with no Democratic support. [CQ Markup & Vote Coverage, 5/24/11] Voted for Homeland Security Appropriations With Cuts to Firefighters, Security Grants In May 2011, Young voted in the Appropriations Committee for the fiscal 2012 Homeland Security appropriations, providing $40.6 billion in regular spending, as well as $258 million in funds to support the global war on terror. The amount was about $1 billion below the 2011 budget as enacted and almost $2 billion below the Presidents 2012 request. The bill included $1 billion in emergency funds for FEMA, covered through a transfer from unused money for advanced car technology from the stimulus bill, as well as a $500 million rescission from the program. While this bill rightly seeks to help states and localities rebuild after a disaster strikes [even without the $1 billion FEMA disaster fund boost], Price said, it decimates the work required to prepare for disasters before they happen. In addition, the measure provided $11.8 billion for Customs and Border Protection a roughly 4 percent boost over last year including $500 million for border-security fencing, infrastructure and technology. It also provided $5.9 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, a less than 1 percent boost over last year. [CQ Markup & Vote Coverage, 5/24/11] As the threat of a terrorist attack still looms large, I find it unfortunate that the Republican-drafted bill ignores so many key investments on the domestic front that are critical to our security here at home. It just doesnt make sense to slash homeland security technology research, grants to firefighters and other programs which have made our communities safer, said ranking member Rep. Norm Dicks in a statement. [Norm Dicks statement on Homeland Security Appropriations, 5/12/11] The bill was reportedly favorably to the full House, as amended, 27-20. [CQ Markup & Vote Coverage, 5/24/11] Voted Against FEMA Grant Increase to Retain Firefighters In May 2011, Young voted in the Appropriations Committee against an amendment that would increase FEMA grant funds for state, local and firefighter programs by $1.6 billion. The grants would allow funds to be used for the retention of firefighters, as opposed to solely the hiring of new firefighters.

The amendment was offered by ranking member on the Homeland Security subcommittee Rep. David Price. The amendment was rejected, 20-27. [CQ Markup & Vote Coverage, 5/24/11] Voted Against Increased Funding for Firefighter Grants In May 2011, Young voted in the Appropriations Committee against an amendment that would increase funding for firefighter grants by $460 million. It would allow funds to be used for the retention of firefighters, as opposed to solely for the hiring of new firefighters. The amendment was rejected, 21-26. [CQ Markup & Vote Coverage, 5/24/11] Young Brought Federal Funding to Tampa Bay Area As of November 2011, Young had brought federal funding to the Tampa Bay area for buildings, bridges, a regional reservoir, and a marine science complex in St. Petersburg. Though the funds had kept him popular among his top contributors and had improved his name recognition, Young drew criticism for being too close with lobbyists. [St. Petersburg Times, 11/4/11] Hypocritical on Earmark Moratorium In May 2011, Young was able to get an additional $45 million funneled to the Corps of Engineers to complete the Sand Key beach nourishment project. Despite the earmark moratorium currently in place, the Pinellas Park Beacon reported that Congressman Bill Young did some 11th-hour work that resulted in enough funding in 2011 to move the project forward. [Pinellas Park Beacon, 5/31/11]

Business and Consumer Issues Campaign Finance Issues

Low Fundraising Suggests Young May Retire In July 2011, Young raised just $6,500 in the last three months. According to the Hill, That he was not more proactive in bringing in money indicates he may be ready to leave Congress. Should Young retire, his district would be a prime pick-up opportunity for Democrats in 2012. They need to net 24 seats to regain control of the House. [The Hill, 7/15/2011] Youngs 3rd Quarter 2011 FEC Report In October 2011, Bill Young for Congress filed its October 2011 Quarterly FEC Report. Young raised $85,360.19 in the 3rd quarter of 2011, has $190,084.28 cash on hand and spent $42,248.34.

Young received $65,500.00 from PACs. [Bill Young for Congress, 10/15/11] Contributions of Note: Received Only $4,250 from Florida Donors. Young received less than 5% of contributions from Florida. Received $37,000 from Defense Industry PACs. From July-September 2011, Young received $37,500 from Defense Industry PACs including: Northrop Grumman, General Atomics, L-3 Communications, Rolls-Royce, and Lockheed Martin. Expenditures of Note: Spent the majority of his disbursements on meals and gifts for constituents in DC or volunteers in Florida including Olive Garden. Spent $4155 on Campaign Vehicles. Spent $4155 on campaign vehicles from Ford and Lincoln. Other Items of Note: Young Said He Would Report a Substantial Amount. U.S. Rep. C.W. Bill Young never says anything official this early. But he usually never starts raising money this early, either -- a strong signal he's planning to run for a 22nd term. I'll be prepared, Young told the Buzz on Thursday in between votes. Earlier, he attended a fundraiser. We'll report a substantial amount of money for this quarter, he said. [St. Petersburg Times, 10/6/11]

Campaign 2012 Issues Congressional Issues

Helped Gingrich Win Minority Whip Position In December 2011, it was reported that Young helped deliver votes to Gingrich in the race for minority whip against Ed Madigan of Illinois. When Gingrich became speaker in 1994, Young said, He said, 'We're going to win this thing tonight. The next day, he said, 'What job do you want? I said, 'Newt, what I'd really want to do is defense.'" Young became the chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. [tampabay.com, 12/3/11] Young Led $65,000 Taxpayer Trip to France and Italy In June 2011, Young led a Congressional Delegation with 8 other Representatives on a week-long trip to Italy and France. The trip racked up more than $65,000 in per diem and other costs not including that all-important business-class-seating, military jet.

The purpose of the trip was ostensibly to visit France for the 67th anniversary of D-Day, visit an Air Force base in Italy to see how the Libya operation was progressing, and make an appearance at a military hospital. However, the plane was diverted due to inclement weather and low fuel en route to the anniversary ceremony and the hospital trip, so the delegates were sent to the U.S. Embassy in Rome.
[Washington Post, 11/17/11]

Young Took $3,500 Trip to France and Italy Paid for by the House From June 5 to June 10, 2011, Young travelled to France and Italy on government money. The total cost of the trip was $3,505.49. [Clerk of the House Travel Disclosure, 8/16/11]

Crime & Public Safety Issues Economic and Financial Issues

Received B Grade From Americans for Prosperity In January 2011, Americans for Prosperity scored the most important economic votes of the first session of the 112th Congress. Representative Young received a grade of B from Americans for Prosperity.
[Americans for Prosperity 112th Congress Mid Term Scorecard,1/2012]

AFP Founded In 2003 By David H. Koch. The New York Times wrote about David H. Koch, noting that in 2003 he helped establish the nonprofit Americans for Prosperity Foundation, which supports free-market policies and promotes government spending limits. It split off from an earlier Koch-backed enterprise, now called FreedomWorks, which promotes similar goals. [New York
Times, 7/10/08]

Americans for Prosperity Funded, Run by Koch Industries Executives. Americans for Prosperity was founded by David H. Koch, one of the wealthiest men in America and the executive vice president and board member of Koch Industries, which was founded by his father. Recently, Koch gave $5 million to Americans for Prosperity. In 2009, AFP President Tim Phillips said Koch launched our organization. The executive Vice President of Koch Industries said, What we have done is support the Americans for Prosperity Foundation, which has been active in various forms for nearly 30 years. [New York Times, 7/10/08; MSNBC, 3/31/10; Politico, 10/14/08,
Washington Examiner, 7/18/10; Washington Independent, 10/5/09]

Young Voted for Budget Control Act In August 2011, Rep. Young voted for the Budget Control Act. The Federal Times reported, Young all voted for the Budget Control Act, signed into law Aug. 2, they're also asking the White House and the Pentagon about how it could potentially harm national security. The Republican lawmakers are particularly concerned about what would happen if the trigger is pulled and deep spending cuts hit the Pentagon in 2013.The trigger measure was included in the bill to force the two political sides to compromise. [The Federal Times, 9/7/11]

Education Issues Energy Issues Environmental Issues

Commended for Work to Preserve Everglades Preservation In December 2012, Young was commended by the Orlando Sentinel for his work to preserve Everglades preservation. The latest budget bill from Congress, signed into law recently by President Obama, cut federal spending overall compared to last year. But for projects to restore the Everglades and its water sources, including the Kissimmee River south of Orlando, it contained $142 million -- a total that elated environmental advocates. Floridas top Democratic officeholder, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson, trumpeted the funding, but shared the credit with a top Florida Republican, U.S. Rep. Bill Young of Indian Shores. [Orlando Sentinel editorial, 1/27/11] Voted For Clean Water Act In July 2011, Young was one of just thirteen Republicans to vote for the Clean Water Act. According to St. Petersburg Times, For decades, he ensured that Congress protected Florida's Gulf Coast from oil drilling. In the twilight of his distinguished service to Tampa Bay and Florida, Young again cast a vote this week for clean water without fanfare or notice. Sometimes, those quiet votes against the partisan tide say the most. [St. Petersburg Times, 7/16/2011] Young Voted Against Bill that Would Limit EPA Regulatory Responsibilities In July 2011, Young voted against H.R. 2018, the Clean Water Cooperative Federalism Act which was sponsored by Rep. John Mica. According to McClatchy, the House bill would revise the Clean Water Act to prevent the EPA from setting water-pollution standards when it finds that state standards don't protect public health [] The bill was sponsored by Rep. John Mica, R-Fla., who objected to EPA water regulations for algae in Florida rivers [..] The House passed the bill Wednesday night. The 239-184 vote was largely along party lines, with only 13 Republicans opposed. [H.R. 2018, Vote #573, 7/13/11;
McClatchy, 7/13/11]

Young Voted Against Bill that Would Limit EPA Regulatory Responsibilities In July 2011, Young voted against H.R. 2018, the Clean Water Cooperative Federalism Act which was sponsored by Rep. John Mica. According to McClatchy, the House bill would revise the Clean Water Act to prevent the EPA from setting water-pollution standards when it finds that state standards don't protect public health [] The bill was sponsored by Rep. John Mica, R-Fla., who objected to EPA water regulations for algae in Florida rivers [..] The House passed the bill Wednesday night. The 239-184 vote

was largely along party lines, with only 13 Republicans opposed. [H.R. 2018, Vote #573, 7/13/11;
McClatchy, 7/13/11]

Ethics Issues
Fought Secretary Gates Plan to Stop Purchasing Humvees for Military In March 2011, Young challenged Defense Secretary Gates plan to eliminate funding for new Humvees.
[Tampa Bay.com, 3/09/11; St. Petersburg Times, 3/19/11]

AM General Contributed $23,500 to Young Between 2002 and 2010, AM General Sales Corporation PAC, Humvees parent company, contributed $23,500 to Youngs campaigns for Congress. The table below summarizes the PACs contributions: Date 04/08/2010 05/30/2008 04/11/2007 03/13/2007 10/02/2006 04/20/2006 04/27/2004 11/04/2002 Total Amount $5,000 $5,000 $4,000 $1,000 $5,000 $1,000 $2,000 $500 $23,500
[moneyline.cq.com, accessed 3/03/11]

HDR Engineering Feared Bad Publicity form Cracking Bill Young Reservoir would Lose Clients

A March 2008 memo from an HDR Engineering executive, the company that designed the C.W. Bill Young Regional Reservoir, showed the company feared finding the cause of its cracks would lead people to blame it for the flaws causing bad publicity and a loss of clients. Cracks were first discovered in its earthen embankment walls in December 2006. Some cracks were up to 400 feet long and up to 15 1/2 inches deep. [St. Petersburg Times, 2/22/11]

Foreign Policy Issues Iraq, Afghanistan, Iran, North Korea

Supported Reductions in Defense Budget In May 2011, according to AP, The House Appropriations Committee passed a new bill that would provide $119 billion for the two wars, $841 million more than President Barack Obama sought but $39 billion below the current amount. Americans combat forces are slated to leave Iraq at the end of the year and Obama is weighing the first round in the drawdown of the 100,000 troops in Afghanistan in July, with all combat forces scheduled to be out by 2014. Young supported the committees cuts, saying that the committee made sensible, rational reductions and stating that "Despite being $9 billion below the request, this bill fulfills our obligation to the brave men and women who selflessly serve our country, as well as their families. My long-standing

commitment is that we will not adversely affect any soldier or have an adverse effect on our nation's readiness." [AP, 05/31/2011]

Gay and Lesbian Issues Gun Issues Health Care and Medicare Issues
Enough Time to Make Adjustments to Medicare Plan in Ryan In April 2011, the St. Petersburg Times reported on the open political warfare that Republicans in Florida are facing due to their vote on the Ryan budget which turns Medicare over to private companies. According to the St. Petersburg Times, Young said he stands by his vote while adding there is enough time to make adjustments. He said once the Medicare plan is explained, very few people object. [St. Petersburg Times, 4/22/11] Young Proposed Legislation to Cut Medical Research that Would Affect 50,000 troops In October 2011, Young, as chairman of the defense panel for the Appropriations Committee, proposed legislation that would cut medical research into treatment of eye trauma. Damaged eyes is an injury that has affected about 50,000 troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, but the House reduced research funds from $4 million in 2011 to $3.2 million in 2012 for injuries that range from uncoordinated vision to blindness. The Pentagon acknowledges that gaps exist in treatment and rehabilitation and understanding vision loss linked to brain injury. [USA Today, 10/10/11] Young Voted to Force Seniors to Pay More for Medicare In November 2011, it was reported that Young voted for a resolution that would force seniors to pay more for health care, though the resolution would not end Medicare. Young dismissed the Medicare charge as false, noting Democrats under President Obama's health care bill reduced Medicare spending by $500 billion. While Young voted for a resolution that could force seniors to pay more for health care, the measure did not actually end Medicare. [St. Petersburg Times,
11/4/11]

Immigration and Border Issues Israel Labor and Working Family Issues
Youngs Office was Scene of Postal Rally

In September 2011, U.S. Postal Service union members gathered outside Youngs office to urge him vote for HR 1351, which would release $6.9 billion in pension obligations to replenish USPS coffers. Young told the crowd he would take their concerns to lawmakers and that he has agreed to meet with the legislative folks from the postal service in Washington next week. [Tampa Bay Online, 9/27/11]

Other Social Issues

Sent Letter to Shinseki Regarding Medical Reimbursement Forms In January 2012, Young sent a letter to Secretary Shinseki of the Veteran Affairs Department regarding outdated medical reimbursement forms they had been sending out to many pension eligible veterans and family members. [wtsp.com, 1/20/12]

Personal Finance
Filed 2011 Financial Disclosure In 2011, Bill Young reported no earnings for calendar year 2010. Young reported assets valued between $66,000 and $165,000. He reported no liabilities. In 2010, Young reported no earned income. Under unearned income, Young reported his assets are from two credit unions and a home mortgage. Youngs assets are valued at between $66,000 and $165,000. In 2009, Young reported the same value of assets. Young listed no liabilities. Young reported no positions.
[Bill Young Financial Disclosure, Filed 05/13/2011]

Stem Cells Tax Issues Tea Party Transportation Issues Womens Issues

Supporters of Planned Parenthood Protested Outside Youngs Florida Office In February 2011, Supporters of Planned Parenthood protested outside of Youngs office to call attention to his vote to prevent Planned Parenthood from receiving any federal money. Youngs spokesperson said that Young supports family planning, but doesnt want federal money going to a group that provides abortions. Federal law already prohibits Planned Parenthood from using federal dollars for abortion services. [WTSP, 2/25/11]

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