Thank you to all first responders for your efforts to assist our communities after severe storms today. The correct number to report down power lines and power outages to NIPSCO is 1-800-4NIPSCO. youtube.com/shorts/U7QAX...

Thank you to all of the leaders and employees with Hitachi Global Air Power for the opportunity to see firsthand the latest investments and innovations at your facility in Michigan City.

I enjoyed meeting with students, learning more about the innovative public-private partnerships being fostered at Purdue University Northwest and seeing firsthand the cutting-edge technology that is helping shape the future of American manufacturing.

Thank you to all of the leaders of Indiana American Water for their commitment to workforce development, infrastructure reliability, and preparing the next generation of workers to support the essential services our communities depend on every day.

Congressman Mrvan tours new Indiana American Water training facility in Gary

A new hands-on training facility in Gary will help Indiana American Water employees sharpen skills before working in the field.

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Below is a clip of my remarks from the opening of the Lake County Community Food Locker last week.  Thank you to everyone with the Lake County Health Department and the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana for this outstanding initiative and your unwavering commitment to the strength of our community.

ICYMI - Let us build on this momentum and continue to support initiatives that create more good-paying jobs, strengthen our regional economy, and expand opportunities for families and businesses throughout Northwest Indiana. nwindianabusiness.com/industries/t...

Congratulations to Mayor Melton and all of the leaders from the City of Gary, the Gary/Chicago International Airport, the State of Indiana, and our organized labor construction workforce for successfully completing another signature private-sector economic development project in Gary.

Gary airport debuts $12M hangar

A $12 million hangar that could transform Gary/Chicago International Airport opened Friday morning.

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Below is a clip from my remarks during the recent @steelworkers.bsky.social Rapid Response conference in our nation’s capital. youtu.be/gaRDJf2vGUc

USW Rapid Response Conference

YouTube video by Congressman Frank J. Mrvan

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Great to connect with the members of the United Steelworkers earlier this week when they were in our nation’s capital for their Rapid Response conference.

ICYMI - Below are my opening remarks from our recent Congressional Steel Caucus hearing on the State of the Steel Industry: youtu.be/Slq9UR5wlOs?...

This funding will address a critical public safety need that has existed in the City of Whiting for far too long. I congratulate Mayor Spebar, the Common Council, and all of the local leaders whose persistence and advocacy helped secure this significant federal investment.

Below are my closing remarks from the recent press conference with leaders of the Congressional Labor Caucus and the United Steelworkers calling on British Petroleum to end the lockout with Local 7-1.

Calling on BP to End the Lockout

YouTube video by Congressman Frank J. Mrvan

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Wishing everyone in Northwest Indiana a safe and happy 4th of July and celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday!

I am honored to nominate these brave and selfless individuals from Indiana’s First Congressional District to join the United States Military Service Academies.  mrvan.house.gov/media/press-...

At a time when ratepayers in Northwest Indiana are already facing skyrocketing utility bills, this action will continue to place burdensome and unnecessary costs on families and businesses throughout the region.  nwitimes.com/news/local/a...

Mrvan argues NWI energy costs could go up because of federal mandate on NIPSCO

Rep. Frank Mrvan is urging the Department of Energy to lift emergency orders requiring NIPSCO to keep two coal-fired units at its R.M. Schahfer Generating Station in Wheatfield running past

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When the steelworkers are locked out in Northwest Indiana, Northwest Indiana stands in solidarity. www.chicagotribune.com/2026/06/24/m...

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan and union officials call on BP to end Whiting lockout

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, and others called for an end to the more than three-month long union lockout at the Whiting refinery in a Tuesday press conference in Washington, D.C.

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Happening Now – Congressional Steel Caucus State of the Steel Industry hearing:

State of Steel Event June 2026

YouTube video by RepRickCrawford

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Thank you to all first responders who continue to assist with the natural disaster that came through Merrillville this week. We will get through this together, supporting each other and standing side by side. I will do everything I can to make sure we get the federal resources needed to assist.

Federal Assistance for Storm Damage

YouTube video by Congressman Frank J. Mrvan

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As we celebrate and recognize Juneteenth today, I encourage everyone to explore the significance of this day with the resources available below through the Library of Congress:

Today in History - June 19

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Thank you to all of the participants who took time to join the productive conversation at my Healthcare Affordability Listening Session.  If you were unable to attend, or ever have any other questions or concerns, please contact my office at mrvan.house.gov/contact

Reminder - please join my Healthcare Affordability Listening Session tomorrow - June 18, 2026. Additional details are below:

Thank you to Congresswoman Houchin for leading this important effort to ensure that VA resources and personnel are able to reach veterans who have been flagged as high risk for suicide. houchin.house.gov/media/press-...

Houchin, Mrvan Introduce Bill to Expand Suicide Prevention Services for Veterans

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Erin Houchin (R-IN-09) and Congressman Frank Mrvan (D-IN-01) introduced the bipartisan Outreach Now: Timely Intervention for Mental Health Emergencies (ON TIME) Act. T...

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Congratulations to Sophia from Bishop Noll Institute on creating such a moving piece of artwork to represent our region in the U.S. Capitol Building. nwitimes.com/news/local/a...

Meet the 15-year-old Hammond student whose artwork will be displayed at the US Capitol

What began as an idea she carried for months -- and completed just days before the submission deadline -- has earned 15-year-old Sophia Eko a place in the U.S. Capitol.

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Spoke on the House floor yesterday in support for the Faster Labor Contracts Act.  When workers vote in the affirmative to form a union, the government should ensure that businesses immediately acknowledge and respect their voice.

I thank all of my colleagues on the House Appropriations Committee for including these critical funds for Indiana’s First Congressional District that will grow our regional economy and improve our quality of place.  mrvan.house.gov/media/press-...

Today’s announcement is a testament to the vision, determination, & partnership of Gov Braun, our Indiana General Assembly, Mayor McDermott, leaders from the business community, & organized labor who worked together to demonstrate NWI’s strengths & deep economic ties to the great City of Chicago.

I invite all residents to join this Healthcare Affordability Listening Session on Thursday - June 18, 2026.  mrvan.house.gov/media/press-...

Grateful for the opportunity to participate in the Memorial Day ceremony last week at Stoney Run County Park in Hebron.  Thank you to all of the organizers and attendees for being part of such a meaningful tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.

As we begin #PrideMonth, let us continue to work to ensure that every individual is always treated with respect, dignity, and equality.

ICYMI - Investments like this strengthen the airport’s ability to attract additional transportation, distribution, and logistics activity, while creating new opportunities for economic growth, job creation, and private investment throughout our Region. nwitimes.com/news/local/l...

New air traffic control tower at Gary airport will be 50 feet taller

The Gary/Chicago International Airport has received a $10 million grant to construct a new air traffic control tower with improved sight lines and technology.

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