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June 16, 2025

Federal cuts, protecting the steel industry and immigration were key topics at a Community Conversation hosted by U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-1st.

Mrvan began the conversation, held at City Hall in Michigan City on May 29, by saying he voted against President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill.” Some of what the bill included, he said, were cuts to SNAP of about $330 billion and to Medicaid and Medicare of about $880 billion, among others.


June 16, 2025

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan promised to fight President Donald Trump’s “authoritarian approach” as he spoke Thursday of how drastic budget cuts could affect people in Indiana’s 1st congressional district.

“I, as a member of Congress, will continue to fight for things that unify us,” Mrvan told a largely friendly crowd of about 150 at the Memorial Opera House in downtown Valparaiso at a town hall meeting that had been postponed due to illness.


June 16, 2025

Reconciliation legislation passed last week, calling the measure “immoral” and warning that it prioritizes tax breaks for the wealthy while endangering essential services for the most vulnerable Americans.


June 16, 2025

Community members gathered at Stoney Run County Park on Memorial Day for the annual service hosted there by the Lake County Parks & Recreation Department. This event honored the sacrifices of those who gave their lives in service to our nation with moments of reflection at the park’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial.


June 16, 2025

Patty Stovall has been breaking the silence and shattering the stigma that surrounds substance use for years now. Her effort took another meaningful step forward Saturday afternoon.

Sounds of Sarah organized its third rendition of the "We Fight Together" drug poisoning and overdose 3K walk and run in Highland's Wicker Park, drawing scores of people, many of whom have lost family members killed by drugs.


June 16, 2025

Northwest Indiana Congressman Frank J. Mrvan, D-Highland, had no qualms about voting Wednesday against the federal spending legislation Republican President Donald Trump has dubbed the "One, Big, Beautiful Bill."

"I opposed the House Republican reconciliation legislation because it prioritizes tax breaks for the wealthy at the cruel expense of seniors, veterans, children and working families," Mrvan said.


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Adam Tenbarge II wins the 2025 Congressional Art Competition
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Adam Tenbarge II wins the 2025 Congressional Art Competition in Indiana's First Congressional District.

June 12, 2025

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Frank J. Mrvan announced that Adam Tenbarge II of Chesterton High School is the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition.  Adam used paint and colored pencils to create his winning artwork, “Journey Through Indiana,” which captures the varied landscapes of Northwest Indiana. 


June 6, 2025

Washington, DC – Yesterday, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan discussed the recent Nippon agreement and tariff policy with Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick during a House Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, and Science hearing.  


May 23, 2025

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Frank J. Mrvan released the statement below following the announcement regarding Nippon Steel.

“From the very beginning of this proposed acquisition, I was steadfast in voicing serious concerns about the implications of foreign ownership – particularly Nippon Steel’s record on trade practices – and the critical importance of preserving American control over our steel production, which is vital to our national security.


May 22, 2025

Washington, DC – Congressman Frank J. Mrvan released the following statement after opposing the House Republican Reconciliation Legislation this morning.  Despite his opposition, the House approved the measure by a vote of 215-214.  The measure has now been referred to the Senate, where it is currently pending consideration.