Below is my letter to Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem in opposition to a potential ICE detention facility in Merrillville.  mrvan.house.gov/media/press-...

I join Hoosiers across our state in mourning the passing of former U.S. Congressman Lee Hamilton. His service to our nation transcended party lines, leaving a lasting legacy of integrity and bipartisanship in Indiana and beyond. nwitimes.com/news/state-r...

Spoke on the House floor today to share the deep frustration and anger of the people of IN-01 as they open their heating bills that have skyrocketed this winter.

Spoke on the House floor yesterday to recognize Black History Month and honor Retired Army Sergeant 1st Class Oscar Primm Jr., a 104-year-old veteran from Northwest Indiana whose service is an inspiration to all.

See below the segment from @nbcchicago.com on my Agriculture Advisory Council meeting earlier this week:

Thank you to all of the participants for sharing your time and expertise on this Agriculture Advisory Committee.  I believe protecting and advancing the farmer in Northwest Indiana and America is a national security issue.

As we recognize International Holocaust Remembrance Day, let us reaffirm our fight against antisemitism and hatred in all forms.

I thank the Administration, the EPA, the State of Indiana, the East Chicago Waterway Management District, the City of East Chicago, and our local industry partners for their collaboration in addressing the long-standing environmental legacy costs of the Grand Calumet River.

I just stepped off the floor of the House, where I had a very challenging vote. The Administration’s approach to immigration enforcement is deeply concerning, and I opposed the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations measure today.

Spoke on the House floor today in support of my transportation and housing Community Project Funding requests for Fiscal Year 2026.  These are responsible investments that respect taxpayer dollars and deliver real results for working families.

As we recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day, let us recommit to building on his legacy of bringing people together and creating more equality and economic opportunity for everyone in our communities.

Thank you to Rep. Shreve & my colleagues from the Indiana Congressional delegation for joining this initiative to ensure the members of the Indiana National Guard have the proper support & equipment to perform their essential services to the best of their abilities. shreve.house.gov/media/press-...

Happening Now – Congressional Steel Caucus State of the Steel Industry hearing: www.youtube.com/live/VXzjFs3...

I thank all of the leaders and members of the Workforce and Education Working Group for establishing this agenda that promotes more pathways to good-paying jobs through apprenticeship, training, certification and educational opportunities. newdemocratcoalition.house.gov/media-center...

Best of luck to the IU football team at the Peach Bowl tonight!

Spoke on the House floor in support of the appropriations measure that includes my law enforcement Community Project Funding requests for Fiscal Year 2026.

Today, I voted in support of a clean, three-year extension of the ACA enhanced premium tax credits to protect healthcare access for Northwest Indiana residents.

Thank you to Rep. Joyce and my Congressional colleagues for introducing this legislation to ensure that all of our ports receive their fair share of federal funding for infrastructure investments.  joyce.house.gov/posts/joyce-...

As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I will continue to advocate for the value of these programs to ensure that law enforcement agencies and schools throughout Northwest Indiana have the resources they need to keep our communities safe. www.lpheralddispatch.com/news/local/l...

There is no question that Maduro is a bad actor, and I know firsthand the drastic harm that international drug cartels have caused individuals and communities throughout Northwest Indiana.

#HappyNewYear Northwest Indiana!

As the seven days of Kwanzaa begin, I wish all who celebrate in Northwest Indiana a peaceful and reflective week.

Merry Christmas Northwest Indiana!

Thank you to all of the leaders and Northwest Indiana partners with the Wetlands Initiative for successfully securing this federal funding for restoration efforts along the Little Calumet River in Gary.  mrvan.house.gov/media/press-...

Wishing all who celebrate in Northwest Indiana a very Happy Hanukkah!

I strongly commend the courage and resolve our Indiana lawmakers demonstrated in reaching a firm decision against mid-decade redistricting. Their willingness to stand by the maps adopted in 2022 reflects a clear commitment to stability, transparency, and responsible governance.

Enjoyed this conversation earlier this year and appreciate the focus on how to improve economic opportunities for everyone in our communities. Thanks to the Office of the Calumet Township Trustee for hosting this valuable discussion and for your dedicated efforts every day to strengthen our region.

Congratulations to all of the leaders with the City of La Porte and River Forest Community School Corporation on securing these vital federal funds.  mrvan.house.gov/media/press-...

Whether they do or they don't redistrict, I’m going to do everything I can to run through mountains to make sure that we create jobs & we take care of the most vulnerable populations. So we can celebrate more moments like this at Paladin that unites NWI & the State of Indiana, and not divide us.

I thank all of these community leaders from across Northwest Indiana for joining today for this critical and timely discussion on their essential efforts to improve access to food.  mrvan.house.gov/media/press-...

I thank all students who participated in the Congressional App Challenge for your innovative submissions.  Congratulations to Josue from Morton High School on this remarkable achievement and thank you for your initiative to help students learn more about robotics.  mrvan.house.gov/media/press-...

I recently had a great discussion with students from Calumet Christian School! Thank you to all of the students for your engaging questions and I wish you all the best in your continued studies.

Happy Thanksgiving Northwest Indiana!

Congratulations to all of the leaders of Fair Haven Rape Crisis Center for your dedicated efforts to support survivors in Northwest Indiana and for successfully securing this federal resource. mrvan.house.gov/media/press-...

In NWI and across the country, abandoned properties harm neighborhoods by downgrading property values and increasing the risk of crime. I introduced legislation to improve the ability of local governments to tear down & revitalize blighted properties & promote more investments in our communities.

As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I will continue to do all I can to support the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and the tremendous benefits it provides for our environment, our communities, and our regional economy. gl.audubon.org/news/congres...

Enjoyed the opportunity to speak with members of the Valparaiso Sunrise Kiwanis Club last week on Veterans Day! Appreciate the discussion and all of your efforts on behalf of our community.

Today’s announcement should not come as a surprise to any Hoosier.  As a lifelong resident of Northwest Indiana, and as someone whose father proudly served in the Indiana State Senate, we can all appreciate the thoughtful and deliberate work that went into the 2022 redistricting process.

Grateful for the opportunity to speak at the USW Local 1010 in Hammond during their Military Memorial Dedication ceremony earlier this week on Veterans Day. I thank all of the leaders and members for organizing this meaningful event and recognition for our selfless veterans.

Everyday Americans cost of living are out of control. This is worth fighting for. Making sure that you can afford everyday life, and more important having access to health care is worth fighting for.

This #VeteransDay, let us recommit to ensuring all veterans and their families have the resources and support they need after their selfless sacrifice of defending our freedoms.

Honored to recently attend the JROTC’s Wolf Pack Night Promotional Ceremony at Hammond Central High School.  Congratulations to all and I wish you the best of luck and continued success!

In these times, I believe Northwest Indiana residents, the people that I talk to, want to bridge divides. www.nwitimes.com/news/local/g...

As your Member of Congress, I will continue working in a bipartisan way to reopen the government and restore funding for critical food benefits that our community relies on.

The fact of the matter is people are going hungry because our government is shut down. I call upon Speaker Johnson to bring us back so that we can end the pain, the intentional pain, that is going on with families who are choosing between heat, medication and food. www.nwitimes.com/news/state-r...

Thank you to all of the individuals who were able to attend one of our ongoing Community Conversations this past Saturday! If you were not able to attend and or have a follow up question, please feel free to contact my office anytime through my website here: mrvan.house.gov/contact

Finding a solution, opening government up and doing everything we can to stop the bleeding on our healthcare prices when it comes to financial feasibility for families, that is worth fighting for. www.chicagotribune.com/2025/10/30/u...

I look forward to providing an update on the 119th Congress and hearing directly from constituents about any issues that are impacting the quality of life in Northwest Indiana. www.lakeshorepublicmedia.org/local-news/2...

I want to hear your story so that I can bring the voices of Northwest Indiana constituents directly to my work in Congress. If you have been impacted by the government shutdown or the Administration’s recent actions, please use the form below: mrvan.house.gov/share-your-s...