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September 10, 2024

In a continued effort to bolster local law enforcement capabilities, federal funding has been secured to support the Munster Police Department, ensuring they have the necessary resources to keep the community safe. 

On Monday, August 19, 2024, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan joined Munster Police Chief Stephen Scheckel, Munster Clerk-Treasurer Wendy Mis, Munster Town Council President David Nellans, and Indiana State Representative Mike Andrade to highlight the use of federal funding for the Munster Police Department.


September 10, 2024

The Munster Police Department is preparing to upgrade its technology and other equipment using $215,000 in federal funds earmarked for the effort by U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, D-Highland.

The Northwest Indiana congressman said he was honored to support front-line police officers and their work to improve public safety during a presentation Monday at Munster Town Hall.

"I will continue to support our dedicated law enforcement officers with the resources and tools they need to keep themselves and our communities safe," Mrvan said.


September 10, 2024

Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan joined Munster Police Chief Stephen Scheckel, Munster Clerk-Treasurer Wendy Mis, Munster Town Council President David Nellans, and Indiana State Representative Mike Andrade to highlight the use of federal funding for the Munster Police Department. 


September 10, 2024

The La Porte Fire Department has been awarded more than $100,000 to help its firefighters reduce their exposure to carcinogens.

On Wednesday, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, D-1st, announced that the LPFD would be receiving a federal grant from the Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.

According to the DHS, the city of La Porte Fire Department will receive $128,315 to purchase diesel exhaust removal systems for all three fire stations to minimize exposure to harmful contaminants and carcinogens.


September 10, 2024

Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced a federal grant award for the City of La Porte Fire Department under the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.


September 10, 2024

Wednesday, Rep. Frank Mrvan announced a federal grant award for the City of La Porte Fire Department under the Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.


September 10, 2024

Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced a federal grant award for the City of La Porte Fire Department under the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. 


July 30, 2024

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan and Challenger Learning Center of Northwest Indiana board members announced that the Hammond-based center will receive $963,000 in federal funding.

The Challenger Learning Center will use the funds to install and upgrade its mission control simulators. The center offers STEM education opportunities for students throughout Indiana.


July 30, 2024

The Challenger Learning Center of Northwest Indiana has received $963,000 in federal funding to support upgrades to its mission control simulator.

Our partners at Lakeshore Public Media report the funding will allow the center to enhance its simulator with advanced software, communication systems and new audiovisual equipment.

The Challenger Learning Center is billed as a premier field trip destination for K-12 students. Located on the campus of Purdue University Northwest in Hammond, the center serves about 15,000 students annually.


July 30, 2024

A beacon of educational excellence and innovation for the last 25 years in Hammond is getting nearly $1 million in funding.

Indiana 1st District Congressman Frank Mrvan and board members of the Challenger Learning Center of Northwest Indiana announced that the center will receive $963,000 in community project funding during a news conference on Friday morning.