Mrvan Statement on National Teacher Appreciation Week

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the statement below during National Teacher Appreciation Week, and a video of his statement delivered on the House floor is available here.

"As we celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week, I rise today to recognize and honor the hardworking educators in Indiana’s First Congressional District.

"I am grateful for all of our teachers who show up each and every day with the sole commitment to inspire and provide students with life-long skills.  

"Your dedication and commitment to guiding our next generation through their educational journey and into thriving career paths is heroic.

"All teachers deserve to be adequately compensated for this tremendous work, and that is why I am a proud cosponsor of the American Teacher Act, which would support efforts to increase teacher salaries.  

"I look forward to working with all of my colleagues to advance this legislation, and I also ask my colleagues to join me today in expressing gratitude to all the educators in Northwest Indiana and across our country."