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Frank John Mrvan is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Indiana's 1st congressional district. A member of the Democratic Party, he has been in office since January 3, 2021. Mrvan succeeded longtime Congressman Pete Visclosky, who retired after serving for over three decades. In Congress, he has focused on issues such as infrastructure, economic development, and veterans' affairs, reflecting the needs of his constituents in Northwest Indiana.
I rise today to share my deep frustration and anger for the people of northwest Indiana's First Congressional District as they open their heating bills that have skyrocketed this winter. Hoosiers understand that utility rates are regulated…
I rise today to recognize Black History Month and its 2016 theme, ``A Century of Black History Commemorations.'' I would like to honor retired Army Sergeant 1st Class Oscar Primm, Jr., a 104-year-old veteran from northwest Indiana whose…
I rise in great urgency to voice the concerns of hardworking families in Indiana's First Congressional District. Communities across northwest Indiana are feeling the economic hardship and uncertainty brought on by this administration's…
when the cost of farming rises, it is not just a challenge for our farmers, but it is a challenge to our Nation's security because agriculture is the foundation of America's strength and stability. During the district work period, I…
I recently held community conversations across Indiana's First Congressional District. What I heard loud and clear was that families are struggling with rising costs at the grocery store, skyrocketing utility bills, and economic…
I thank Ranking Member Kaptur, Chairman Fleischmann, and all the staff for their thoughtful and dedicated efforts in the drafting of this measure. Recently, I joined constituents in Indiana's Lowell Labor Day parade, in Laborers' Local…
As an elected official, one of the greatest honors of my career has been standing shoulder to shoulder with veterans of northwest Indiana. I have worked tirelessly to ensure they receive the world-class care and benefits they have bravely…
recently I was privileged to join members of the United Steelworkers Local 1010 in Hammond, Indiana, to commemorate Workers Memorial Day. During the proceedings, I shared how when the steel and manufacturing industries of northwest Indiana…
As we recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week, I rise today to express my heartfelt thanks and appreciation to every teacher in northwest Indiana and across our Nation who shows up every day with enthusiasm and positivity to prepare…
It is with great respect that I rise to celebrate Women's History Month and its 2025 theme ``Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations.'' I would like to honor Ms. Janice Jordan, a lifelong educator who shaped the…
On that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a 5-minute vote. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--yeas 213, nays 201, not voting 17, as follows: [Roll No. 433]…
It is with great respect that I rise today to recognize Pride Month and to celebrate all the members of the LGBTQ community in northwest Indiana and across our Nation. I am proud to be a member of the Congressional Equality Caucus and a…
Today I missed roll call vote 227. Had I been present, I would have voted NO on Roll Call No. 227. Amendment No. 2 Offered by Mr. Mooney The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded vote on amendment No. 2…
It is with great respect that I rise today in recognition of National Police Week. Every day, our brave law enforcement officers respond at a moment's notice to keep our communities safe and secure. We have the responsibility to make sure…
After months of deliberation, Congress recently came to a consensus and passed the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, which I was proud to support on behalf of the workers and families of northwest Indiana.
I thank Ranking Member DeLauro for the time and applaud the dedicated work of her and all the leaders and staff of the House Appropriations Committee on both sides of the aisle for their commitment to advancing this legislation. I am proud…
American medicine, for reasons that are peculiar at best has decided that it is been a profoundly racist activity, without evidence really for that.
As a father of two intelligent, independent, compassionate daughters, it is with great respect that I rise today to celebrate Women's History Month and its 2024 theme ``Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.'' This year…
It is with great respect that I rise today to celebrate Black History Month and its 2024 theme--African Americans and the Arts. This theme reflects on the important work of the African-American artists who preserve history, enrich…
I have a motion to recommit at the desk. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Clerk will report the motion to recommit. The Clerk read as follows: Mr. Mrvan of Indiana moves to recommit the bill H.R. 357 to the Committee on the Judiciary. The…
I thank Ranking Member Nadler for the time. Madam Speaker, I rise today in opposition to H.R. 357. As a Member of the legislative branch, I take very seriously our responsibility to provide oversight of the executive branch. We must always…
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