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February 28, 2026

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the statement below regarding Iran.

“There is no doubt that Iran and their nuclear weapon ambitions currently pose a serious threat to the United States, our allies, and the Middle East region.  

“Given the Administration's unilateral action, now is the time to be steadfast in our support for the courageous men and women of the Armed Forces who are in harm’s way.


February 25, 2026

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced his Community Conversations to be held in Chesterton and St. John on Monday, March 9, 2026.

Congressman Mrvan stated, “I invite residents to attend one of my ongoing Community Conversations to be held on Monday, March 9, 2026.  I look forward to providing an update on the 119th Congress and hearing directly from constituents about any pressing issues of concern.” 

Monday – March 9, 2026


February 24, 2026

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the statement below in advance of tonight’s State of the Union address.

“As we approach tonight’s State of the Union address, I remain focused on confronting this Administration’s actions that undermine our constitutional liberties, obstruct the implementation of federal funding laws, and are devastating the budgets of Northwest Indiana families with skyrocketing grocery and utility costs.      


February 23, 2026

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced the details of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for high school students from Indiana’s First Congressional District.

Each year, the Congressional Institute and Members of the U.S. House of Representatives sponsor the Congressional Art Competition as an opportunity to promote the artistic talent in each Congressional District.


February 13, 2026

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced the inclusion of health provisions specified under H.R.5064, the Save our Safety-Net Hospitals Act, in the recent appropriations measure signed into law last week.

Congressman Mrvan has been a strong supporter of these provisions and an original cosponsor of the Save our Safety-Net Hospitals Act in both the current and past Congresses. 


February 9, 2026

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced federal grant awards for Burns Harbor, Gary, Hobart, Michigan City, and Munster under the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant program.


February 5, 2026

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan sent a letter to Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem in opposition to a potential ICE detention facility in Merrillville.

The text of the letter is below and a pdf is available here.


February 3, 2026

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan Today, Congressman Frank J. Mrvan released his statement recognizing Black History Month. 

A video of his remarks on the House floor is available here, and the text of the full statement is below. 


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Congressman Mrvan speaks to members of the Agriculture Advisory Council.
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Congressman Mrvan speaks to members of the Agriculture Advisory Council. 

January 29, 2026

Crown Point, IN – Yesterday, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan convened the first meeting of his Agriculture Advisory Council for Indiana’s First Congressional District.


January 22, 2026

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced the inclusion of his Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Community Project Funding requests for Indiana’s First Congressional District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 in the final House-approved appropriations measure.  The measure is now expected to be approved by the Senate and signed into law by the President in the coming days.