{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where chamber = \"House\", state = \"IN\" and year = 2022 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-local-projects-included-final-government-funding-law", "Mrvan Local Projects Included in Final Government Funding Law", "2022-12-27", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan has announced that over $20 million in Community Project Funding requests have been included in the final Fiscal Year 2023 appropriations package.\n\nAs the House and Senate have both approved this package, it is expected to be signed shortly into law by President Biden.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cOne of the fundamental lessons I have experienced in my first term of Congress is how success requires partnership and collaboration. I am grateful for all of these community partners for putting in the work to successfully identify and advocate for how the federal government can best help them in their dedicated services to Northwest Indiana. I look forward to continuing this type of work with the local stakeholders and all of my Congressional colleagues to advocate for good-paying jobs, law enforcement personnel, and infrastructure investments that lead to a growing economy for everyone.\u201d\n\nCongressman Mrvan's requests included in the final appropriations package are specified below.\n\n$4,500,000 \u2013 Calumet Region\n\nFunding will assist with environmental infrastructure improvements to address critical water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater sewer infrastructure improvements designed to alleviate deteriorated conditions, increase the efficacy of existing systems, and improve water quality impacts.\n\n$1,000,000 \u2013 Indiana Shoreline\n\nFunding will be provided to the USACE to assist with the shoreline restoration within the Indiana Dunes National Park near Mount Baldy in Michigan City, and protect this incredible economic asset and environmental resource for Northwest Indiana from erosion.\n\n$914,000 \u2013 Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor\n\nFunding allocated will allow the USACE-Chicago District to address the needs of Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor in Portage, Indiana and support operations and maintenance. Improvements made will support economic development within the City of Portage driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.\n\n$1,016,000 \u2013 Michigan City Harbor\n\nFunding allocated will allow the USACE-Chicago District to address the needs of Michigan City Harbor and support operations and maintenance. Improvements made will support economic development within the City of Michigan City driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.\n\n$400,000 \u2013 Porter County Sheriff\n\nFunding will assist the Porter County Sheriff\u2019s office in its efforts to invest in equipment upgrades to increase and improve efficiencies in the apprehension of subjects, locate missing persons, and to reduce property crimes.\n\n$215,000 \u2013 Whiting Police Department\n\nFunding will assist the Whiting Police Department to obtain license plate readers to assist officers in their ability to protect the community.\n\n$1,000,000 \u2013 Gary Police Department\n\nFunding will assist the Gary Police Department to obtain body-worn and in-car cameras to assist officers in their ability to protect the community.\n\n$1,500,000 \u2013 St. Catherine Hospital\n\nFunding will assist St. Catherine Hospital pursue its Cardiovascular Catheterization Table Project. The advanced technology elevates the care and image quality the hospital provides for diagnostic and interventional heart and vascular procedures to residents in the community.\n\n$1,000,000 \u2013 Valparaiso University School of Nursing\n\nFunding will assist Valparaiso University College of Nursing and Health Professionals upgrade its Skills Lab and Simulation Modernization Project, which supports the effort to create a strong pool of trained medical technologists to serve the region\u2019s health needs while laying the foundation to address the greater health care professional shortage.\n\n$100,000 \u2013 United Way of LaPorte County\n\nFunding will allow United Way of Greater LaPorte County to initiate a Youth Mental Health-Substance Abuse Assessment, to better address unmet needs in the community.\n\n$4,000,000 \u2013 Gary Chicago International Airport\n\nFunding will assist the Gary Chicago International Airport expand and construct a heavy cargo logistics apron for multiple users.\n\n$2,360,000 \u2013 Portage/Central Avenue\n\nFunding will assist the City of Portage to pursue additional phases of its Central Avenue Reconstruction Project.\n\n$750,000 \u2013 Fair Haven/Acquisition and Renovation\n\nFunding will assist Fair Haven in its efforts to provide safe and stable housing for adults who are fleeing or attempting to flee from dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking.\n\n$310,000 \u2013 Opportunity Enterprises\n\nFunding will assist Opportunity Enterprises to acquire equipment and technology to enhance the quality of services provided through the Lakeside Respite Center, improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families.\n\n$1,525,000 \u2013 Paladin\n\nFunding will assist Paladin with the rehabilitation and repurposing of its facility, including accessibility alterations, modernization of classrooms to provide appropriate engagement activities to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ADA updates and sensory-friendly spaces to support the community.\n\nFor additional information on the final appropriations law, click here, and for additional information on Congressman Mrvan\u2019s requests, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-carson-secures-big-wins-indianapolis-omnibus-package", "Rep. Carson Secures Big Wins for Indianapolis in Omnibus Package", "2022-12-23", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "December 23, 2022\n\nPackage includes $18 million for local projects and $2.5 billion increase to National Institutes of Health\n\nWASHINGTON, DC\u2014Today, Representative Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) voted to pass the FY\u201923 Omnibus Appropriations bill, that includes approximately $2.7 billion in Carson-led funding.\n\nThis government-wide funding bill will keep critical services and operations running through the next fiscal year. The package will now head to President Biden for signature.\n\n\u201cAs millions prepare to celebrate the holidays, Congress has been working to ensure critical services remain open through next year,\u201d said Rep. Carson. \u201cI\u2019m proud that several initiatives I led are included in the final package. These appropriations reflect the goals and priorities of my constituents, especially for hardworking, middle-class families who deserve to know their government is looking out for them.\u201d\n\nHighlights include NIH research funds to find cures and treatment for many illnesses; local funding for community-led projects that impact youth and vulnerable populations; protection against natural disasters; and financial literacy education. A breakdown of this funding is listed below.\n\n$18.3 million in local community projects in Indianapolis. Fifteen projects requested from local groups will be funded in total. A full list of the Indianapolis projects can be found here. Projects include:\n\nAfterschool programming\n\nSupport to children and families affected by substance misuse\n\nInvestments in parks\n\nJob training for youth and adults\n\nInfrastructure improvements from the airport to Market Street reconstruction\n\nA $2.5 billion increase to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including research to find cures and treatments for diseases that affect millions of Americans. This bipartisan effort led by Rep. Carson brings the total NIH budget to $47.459 billion. This funding will help spur economic growth, create jobs, and support lower healthcare costs.\n\n$15 million in funding for Pancreatic Cancer Research led by Rep. Carson. Pancreatic Cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths, disproportionately affecting Black Americans. This funding is imperative for finding innovative ways for early detection.\n\n$1,500,000 per state for Pre-Disaster Mitigation projects administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) programs to save lives by preventing and mitigating damage from natural disasters and the impacts of climate change. Estimates show that for every $1 invested in these kinds of programs, $11 are saved in post-disaster and related costs.\n\nThe inclusion of financial literacy education for at-risk groups. Rep. Carson led the inclusion of language to ensure Department of Education initiatives will address the low level of financial literacy among the adults, plus primary and secondary students in the U.S. The ultimate goal is to educate and empower consumers to make better-informed financial decisions.\n\n$150,000 for the historic establishment of an interfaith space in the U.S. House, led by Rep. Carson. Space has been available for Members of Congress, but not for staff and House employees, so he worked to create a space for prayer and meditation in House for staff of all faiths.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-issues-statement-omnibus-vote-0", "Rep. Spartz Issues Statement on Omnibus Vote", "2022-12-23", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) issued the following statement on the $1.7 trillion omnibus spending bill vote:\n\n\u201cThe wasteful omnibus bill passed by the House today saddles the next generation of Americans with more untold debt\u2014all while failing to address the most pressing issues we face: an out-of-control border crisis, record-high inflation, and energy security. It\u2019s unfortunate that Senate Republican leadership cut a deal with House Democrats and gave away leverage of the incoming Republican majority in the House. Therefore, I voted no,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cDemocrats are also playing politics with the situation in Ukraine by throwing in $9 billion in important security assistance funding within a much larger spending package full of left-wing pet projects \u2013 one that most Republicans cannot, in good conscience, support, instead of having a stand-alone package to show strong bipartisan support of Ukraine.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-spartz-publishes-op-ed-hill-hospital-monopolies-are-destroying-health", "ICYMI\u2026 Spartz Publishes Op-Ed in The Hill: Hospital Monopolies Are Destroying Health Care Value", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) published an op-ed for The Hill describing the hospital consolidation crisis which is engulfing our country.\n\n\u2026\n\nIn the op-ed, Rep. Spartz wrote, \u201cThe hospital merger trend has reached untold heights, with over 1,500 mergers in the past 20 years... This lack of competition has significant consequences for patients. Hospitals in highly concentrated markets charge higher prices for medical services and negotiate higher prices from health insurance providers, resulting in higher insurance premiums.\n\n\u2026\n\nIn my home state of Indiana, 91 percent of the hospital market is controlled by the largest hospital systems and over half of physicians are directly employed by the largest three hospital systems. As a result, Indiana has the 4th highest hospital facility prices in the country\u2026\n\nHospitals will argue that consolidation allows them to achieve economies of scale and thus provide better quality and more coordinated care to patients, but recent studies by Rice University and Harvard University suggest otherwise. In fact, a 2019 New York Times article by health economist Austin Frakt argues that rates of mortality increase when competition falls. Hence, not only is consolidation increasing the price of care, but it could be a matter of life or death for patients.\n\n\u2026\n\nThe federal government created this hospital monopoly problem, so we now have two choices \u2014 either we restore competition by eliminating monopoly protections, or we form a complete monopoly \u2014 a full government takeover of health care. I prefer the former and have introduced legislation to remove barriers to competition and make health care more affordable for all Americans.\u201d\n\nRep. Spartz introduced a legislative package this year aimed at removing barriers to competition and making health care more affordable for all Americans. The legislative texts can be viewed HERE and HERE.\n\nThe full op-ed can be viewed HERE. For more information, please visit Spartz.House.Gov.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartzs-war-crimes-bill-passes-both-chambers-heads-presidents-desk", "Spartz's War Crimes Bill Passes Both Chambers, Heads to President\u2019s Desk", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act, led by Reps. Victoria Spartz (IN-05), David Cicilline (RI-01), Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and Patrick Leahy (D-VT). This bipartisan, bicameral legislation passed the Senate by unanimous consent earlier this week.\n\n\u201cWar criminals should never be able to escape justice in the United States,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cI was proud to co-lead this bipartisan, bicameral legislation with Rep. Cicilline and I am grateful to my colleagues for voting to close this loophole for good.\u201d\n\nIf enacted, the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act would close a loophole in the federal statute to enable prosecution of war criminals who commit atrocities against non-U.S. citizens overseas. Currently, aliens who commit war crimes abroad could be immune to prosecution on U.S. soil, effectively giving them safe haven in the United States. This legislation would ensure that all war crimes are prosecutable under our law.\n\n\u201cWe cannot allow the United States to be a safe haven for war criminals to avoid accountability. With this legislation, we will ensure that any person present in the United States, regardless of nationality, can be brought to justice for their brutal, unwarranted, and illegal human rights violations committed under the guise of war. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation finally negates the \u2018get out of jail free card\u2019 that has existed in our judicial system for far too long,\u201d said Rep. Cicilline.\n\nFollowing the House and Senate\u2019s unanimous passage of this legislation this week, the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act will head to the President\u2019s desk for signature.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-sends-letter-fbi-director-wray-formally-requesting-investigation", "Spartz Sends Letter to FBI Director Wray Formally Requesting Investigation", "2022-12-19", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz sent a letter to FBI Director Christopher Wray formally requesting an investigation into potential attempts to interfere with her election and threats against a U.S. government official.\n\nAs a result of the Congresswoman\u2019s letters sent to the Biden Administration this summer requesting better briefings, oversight and accountability to Congress and the American people on the financial and security assistance to Ukraine for the sake of the heroic Ukrainian people and our strategic interest, some progress has been made. However, these letters have also prompted vicious personal attacks and baseless allegations from some members of the Ukrainian government, including through the almost fully government-controlled Ukrainian media.\n\nCongresswoman Spartz believes that some recent developments in Ukraine pose additional threats and require an investigation by our agencies. See the letter below and billboard images with Rep. Spartz\u2019s official congressional photo, name and the following statement: \u201cOur president has to purge Russian FSB agents in any kind of office\u201d installed in Khmelnitsky region of Ukraine.\n\n\u201cAn attack on a U.S. Representative in the course of performing her constitutional duties is an attack on the American people and requires serious consideration,\u201d Rep. Spartz said.\n\nThe full letter text can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=290", "Baird Applauds Fair Oaks Farms, LLC and Lake States Dairy Center, Inc Investment through the Jasper Newton Foundation in Childhood Education", "2022-12-15", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.\u2014 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement in support of local business\u2019 investment in early childhood education:\n\n\u201cEducation is essential to creating opportunities and laying a foundation for success for the next generation of Hoosiers,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cPartnerships between local businesses like Fair Oaks Farms, LLC, Lake States Dairy Center, Inc, and the local government gives Jasper and Newton County families the resources they desperately need to provide access to quality childcare and early education, and I applaud their efforts to serve our community on such an impactful level.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nThe Jasper Newton Foundation is partnering with Fair Oaks Farms, LLC and Lake States Dairy Center, Inc to bring $150,000 in funding to increase the access and availability of high-quality early childhood education classroom opportunities in Jasper and Newton Counties which will increase the number of classroom seats in both counties over the next three years.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=289", "Baird Votes Against Congressional Democrats\u2019 Temporary Funding Bill", "2022-12-14", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.\u2014 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) issued the following statement on Congressional Democrats\u2019 temporary funding measure:\n\n\u201cThis short stop-gap funding bill\u2014which expires next week\u2014 falls woefully short of what Americans deserve and is yet another reminder of Congressional Democrats\u2019 failure to govern responsibly,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cThe American people need certainty amid soaring inflation rates eating away at their savings, not another 11th hour attempt by Congressional Democrats to narrowly avert a government shutdown. We simply cannot afford a haphazard approach to something as serious as funding the government, which is why I voted against their continuing resolution.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-named-afp-pioneers-prosperity-list-policy-champions", "Spartz Named by AFP to \u201cPioneers for Prosperity\u201d List of Policy Champions", "2022-12-14", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) was named to Americans for Prosperity\u2019s first ever \u201cPioneers for Prosperity\u201d list of policy champions for the 117th Congress. Americans for Prosperity is the leading grassroots organization fighting for lower taxes and limited government.\n\n\u201cI am honored to be named to the list of policy leaders in Congress and I am committed to keep delivering free enterprise policy solutions benefiting all Americans,\u201d said Rep. Spartz.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-and-jayapal-introduce-bill-stop-hospital-anticompetitive-behavior", "Spartz and Jayapal Introduce Bill to Stop Hospital Anticompetitive Behavior", "2022-12-13", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON - U.S. Representatives Victoria Spartz (IN-05) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) today introduced the bipartisan Stop Anticompetitive Healthcare Act. The bill would amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to expand antitrust enforcement to non-profit hospitals. Currently, the FTC has no ability to stop anticompetitive actions by non-profit hospital systems.\n\n\u201cHospital consolidation and lack of competition is a major factor driving unsustainable health care prices,\u201d said Congresswoman Victoria Spartz. \u201cMore than one of eight Americans and one of six Hoosiers are in collections due to medical debt, which is unacceptable. Non-profit hospital status should not be a loophole to avoid antitrust enforcement.\u201d\n\n\u201cBeing able to access quality, affordable healthcare is crucial to living well and to thriving. There is no question that hospital consolidation hurts patients by causing healthcare costs to jump and removing choice,\u201d said Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal. \u201cMy bipartisan bill with Congresswoman Spartz would put in important guardrails to prevent corporations from putting profits over proper patient care without changing anything else about a hospital\u2019s non-profit status. We are saying enough is enough with corporate profiteering off people\u2019s illnesses in our healthcare system.\u201d\n\nA 2020 report by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission found that hospital mergers lead to higher healthcare prices for patients. An analysis by the New York Times also found that hospital consolidation virtually eliminated competition and caused hospital admission costs to rise. Areas with the highest rate of hospital consolidation had prices go up between 11% and 54%.\n\nWorking Americans bear the brunt of hospital mergers, with higher costs and diminished quality of care. Preventing hospitals from engaging in anticompetitive behavior that stifles choice and the ability to seek affordable, quality care will be crucial to lowering healthcare costs for working families.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-section-232-steel-tariffs-response-wto-announcement", "Mrvan Statement on Section 232 Steel Tariffs in Response to WTO Announcement", "2022-12-12", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the following statement in response to the recent World Trade Organization (WTO) announcement regarding the U.S. Section 232 steel tariffs.\n\n\u201cAs a Co-Chair of the Congressional Steel Caucus and representative for one of the largest steel producing districts in our nation, I have adamantly supported the value and continuation of the Section 232 steel tariffs. The American steel industry and our incredible steelworkers are essential to the strength of our national economy and our national defense. We must not rely on foreign nations that violate U.S. trade laws and use illegal subsidies to provide steel products that are necessary for our national security, including the construction of our tanks, aircraft carriers, and armored vehicles. The recent pandemic has demonstrated the strategic importance of our supply chain networks, and I look forward to continuing to work with the administration and all of my colleagues to ensure that American steelworkers, producers, and all manufacturers can compete on a level playing field.\u201d\n\nIn the 117th Congress, Congressman Mrvan has taken the following actions in support of the Section 232 steel tariffs:\n\nOn February 2, 2021, Rep. Mrvan led a Congressional Steel Caucus letter to President Biden in support of the Section 232 steel tariffs.\n\nOn March 24, 2021, Rep. Mrvan issued a statement in support of the Economic Policy Institute\u2019s report that found that Section 232 tariffs delivered immediate benefits to the domestic steel industry.\n\nOn July 20, 2022, Rep. Mrvan convened a Congressional Steel Caucus hearing with domestic steel industry representatives that highlighted the value of Section 232 steel tariffs.\n\nOn July 21, 2022, Rep. Mrvan testified during the U.S. International Trade Commission\u2019s hearing on the economic impact of Section 232 steel tariffs.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-announces-winner-2022-congressional-app-challenge", "Rep. Spartz Announces Winner of the 2022 Congressional App Challenge", "2022-12-12", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Fishers, IN \u2013 Last week, Rep. Spartz announced KJ Sawada, Fishers High School Junior, as a winner for the 2022 Congressional App Challenge (CAC) for Indiana\u2019s 5th Congressional District. KJ\u2019s app called the \u201cClass Tracker\u201d tracks each class a student has taken in high school and calculates the credit requirements for graduation for different diplomas. The app also has a filter feature that allows a user to find classes by credit hour(s) or grade received.\n\n\"It\u2019s always a pleasure seeing innovative ideas and solutions from our youth,\" said Rep. Spartz. \u201cComputer science skills will play an important role in the 21st century economy.\u201d\n\nThe Class Tracker app will be featured on www.House.gov as well as a rotating display in the Cannon House Office Building leading to the U.S. Capitol. KJ will also be invited to attend the Congressional App Challenge\u2019s House of Code winners\u2019 reception on Capitol Hill next Spring with other winners from across the country. YouTube video demonstrating the Class Tracker app can be found here: class tracker - YouTube\n\nThe CAC began in 2014 as a collaboration between the U.S. House of Representatives and the Internet Education Foundation (IEF) and is open to middle and high school students. If you are interested in participating as a judge, or know students interested in participating in this competition, please contact us at (317) 848-0201.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-announces-military-academy-nominations", "Spartz Announces Military Academy Nominations", "2022-12-09", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "CARMEL, IN \u2013 This week, Rep. Spartz (R-IN) announced the names of twenty-two high school seniors across Indiana's Fifth District who have been nominated to attend the United States Service Academies. These academies allow young people to serve our country while receiving full-scholarships from some of our finest institutions of higher learning. \u201cWe had a very impressive group of applicants this year,\u201d said Rep Spartz. \"I am grateful for the commitment of so many young leaders to serve our country and protect our freedoms.\u201d\n\nService Academy Nominations:\n\nAir Force Academy\n\nGrant Ferren \u2013 Sheridan High School\n\nKaleb Johnson \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nKatherine Johnson \u2013 Heritage Christian High School\n\nWilliam Kaiser \u2013 North Central High School\n\nMohammad Khaliq \u2013 Pike High School\n\nIsabelle Regnault \u2013 Indiana Academy of Science, Mathematics & Humanities\n\nPeter Snyder \u2013 Cathedral High School\n\nKevin Sweeney \u2013 Carmel High School\n\nZane Williams \u2013 Indiana Connections Academy\n\nNaval Academy\n\nAva Marie Bruick \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nKatherine Johnson \u2013 Heritage Christian High School\n\nWilliam Kaiser \u2013 North Central High School\n\nJack Maiers \u2013 Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School\n\nJoseph Mariani \u2013 Cathedral High School\n\nOwen O'Rourke \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nAiden Raab \u2013 Western High School\n\nIsabelle Regnault \u2013 Indiana Academy of Science, Mathematics & Humanities\n\nKevin Sweeney \u2013 Carmel High School\n\nWest Point Military Academy\n\nElias Backus \u2013 Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School\n\nAdam Chaney \u2013 Lawrence Central High School\n\nMegan Cobb \u2013 St. Theodore Guerin High School\n\nLiam Courtney \u2013 Carmel High School\n\nBrennan Howell \u2013 Heritage Christian High School\n\nKaleb Johnson \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nKatherine Johnson \u2013 Heritage Christian High School\n\nWilliam Kaiser \u2013 North Central High School\n\nOwen Mejia \u2013 Noblesville High School\n\nElise Nawa \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nOwen O'Rourke \u2013 Hamilton Southeastern High School\n\nNadia Zaborowski \u2013 Noblesville High School", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-carsons-duck-boat-bill-other-legislative-wins-headed-to-bidens-desk", "Rep. Carson's Duck Boat Bill, Other Legislative Wins Headed to Biden's Desk", "2022-12-08", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2023, sending Representative Andr\u00e9 Carson's (IN-07) Duck Boat Safety Improvement Act to President Joe Biden for signature.\n\nThe NDAA is a sweeping bill that each year authorizes our nation's policies for America's armed forces. The FY' 23 NDAA includes a number of legislative accomplishments for Congressman Carson:\n\nDuck Boat Safety Act\n\nRep. Carson's Duck Boat Safety Act is a culmination of a nearly five-year effort to improve safety regulations for duck boats, which took the life of 17 passengers in an accident on Table Rock Lake in Branson, Missouri in 2018. Among those on board were nine members of the Coleman family, who were residents of Indianapolis, IN.\n\nThe Duck Boat Safety Improvement Act will require vessel operators to implement common-sense boating safety measures when waterborne, including:\n\nImproving reserve buoyancy and watertight compartmentalization to prevent sinking,\n\nRequiring more monitoring and adherence to severe weather alerts and warnings,\n\nRequiring release of road safety seatbelts when Duck Boats become waterborne,\n\nRequiring stronger crew safety training and certification,\n\nRemoving or reconfigure canopies and window coverings for waterborne operations,\n\nRequiring personal flotation devices for waterborne operations,\n\nRequiring installation of better bilge pumps and alarms,\n\nInstalling underwater LED lights that activate automatically in emergencies, and\n\nComplying with other Coast Guard boating safety requirements.\n\nRep. Carson made the following statement:\n\n\"More than four years ago, during what was supposed to be a fun family outing, nine members of the Coleman family from Indianapolis were killed in a duck boat accident. Today, my Duck Boat Safety Improvement Act will be sent to President Biden for signature.\n\nThe National Transportation Safety Board made recommendations 20 years ago for safety measures that could have prevented an incident like this from occurring. Sadly, those recommendations were not implemented \u2013 until now. Thanks to the advocacy of Tia Coleman, who survived the 2018 incident, countless lives will be saved. I want to thank Tia for her tireless advocacy. This multi-year work is dedicated to the Coleman family and all whose lives have been tragically lost in duck boat accidents.\"\n\nFederal Firefighters Fairness Act\n\nThe Federal Firefighters Fairness Act will amend the Federal Employees' Compensation Act to improve firefighters' access to injury and illness benefits through an automatic presumption that an illness on a science-based list, such as mesothelioma, was work-related. Rep. Carson's amendment increases the time federal employees have to provide supporting documentation for illness, traumatic injury, or a death claim from 30 to 60 days.\n\nIncreased Funding for Pancreatic Cancer Research\n\nRep. Carson succeeded in increasing the authorization for funding of pancreatic cancer research in the Defense Health Program. This increase of $5 million brings the total to $20 million. Pancreatic cancer research has long been a priority of Rep. Carson, as it took the lives of his colleagues such as Congressman John Lewis and Congressman Alcee Hastings. Black Americans are at increased risk for pancreatic cancer and are more likely to get pancreatic cancer than any other racial or ethnic group. Increased awareness, research, and early detection have been shown to dramatically improve outcomes.\n\nIntelligence Authorization Act\n\nThis bill includes Rep. Carson's requirement for the Director of National Intelligence to submit a report on threats from hypersonic weapons to the appropriate committees in Congress, including the House Intelligence Committee, where he currently serves as the Chair of the Counterterrorism Subcommittee. In light of the use of such weapons by Russia in Ukraine, the report will contain an assessment of the threat of hypersonic weapons to the U.S. and our allies and partners. The bill's major themes include supporting the Intelligence Community workforce to improve recruitment and retention; countering hard target adversaries such as Russia, China, and Iran; ensuring successful adoption of emerging technologies; and protecting the U.S. from foreign commercial spyware and other counterintelligence threats.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-colleagues-press-house-leaders-support-american-workers", "Spartz, Colleagues Press House Leaders to Support American Workers", "2022-12-08", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON D.C. \u2013 This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) joined Reps. Jared Golden (D-ME), Dan Kildee (D-MI), and Mike Turner (R-OH) in sending a bipartisan letter to House Leadership to stress the importance of a longer-term reauthorization of the Health Coverage Tax Credit (HCTC).\n\nThe HCTC provides refundable tax credits for Americans who have lost their jobs to outsourcing and whose pensions have been taken over by the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) to cover the rising cost of health insurance premiums.\n\n\u201cBad government policies incentivizing outsourcing caused thousands of Hoosiers to lose their jobs, pensions, and health care coverages. Additionally, government interventions incentivized health care consolidation leading to monopoly problems and higher prices for consumers. Indiana has experienced significant adverse effects of these policies,\u201d Spartz said. \u201cThe Health Coverage Tax Credit provides some offsets to remediate this situation and needs to be established on a longer-term basis to provide more certainty for families.\u201d\n\nThe full letter text can be seen HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartzs-patents-humanity-act-passes-house-heads-presidents-desk-signature-0", "Spartz\u2019s Patents for Humanity Act Passes House, Heads to President\u2019s Desk for Signature", "2022-12-07", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, H.R. 5796, the \u2018Patents for Humanity Act of 2021\u2019, led by U.S. Representative Victoria Spartz (R-IN) and Leader-Elect Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), passed the U.S. House of Representatives on a bipartisan basis. The bill will now head to President Biden\u2019s desk to be signed into law.\n\n\u201cI am proud to co-lead H.R. 5796, the Patents for Humanity Act, which passed the House this week,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cThis bill cuts red tape and streamlines regulations to promote innovation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe framers of our constitution and the founders of our great country understood that society would benefit if we incentivize creativity and innovation. That\u2019s why Article 1, Section 8, Clause 8 of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to create a robust intellectual property system to promote the progress of science and useful arts. The Patents for Humanity Act builds on this principle in practice by helping creators fast-track innovations that better our global community through the patent process,\u201d said Rep. Jeffries. \u201cI thank Senators Leahy and Grassley as well as Rep. Spartz for their leadership and partnership on getting this important legislation to President Biden.\u201d\n\nIf enacted, this legislation would help creators fast-track innovations for the benefit of our global community by streamlining the patent process and cutting existing bureaucratic red tape at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=287", "Congressman Jim Baird's Statement on Rail Strike Vote", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on H.J.Res 100:\n\n\u201cThe Biden administration has known about a potential rail strike for months, yet instead of acting to avoid a strike with potentially devastating impacts, this administration shamefully passed the buck to Congress at the 11th hour,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cThough I oppose federal intervention in contract negotiations between private parties, the consequences of a rail strike would deliver a nearly fatal blow to Hoosier farmers still recovering from previous supply chain disruptions and unhinged inflation rates. We cannot allow a small collection of unions to threaten the health of the U.S. economy and the millions of Americans it serves, which is why I voted in favor of this resolution.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=288", "Baird Disappointed as FMCSA Denies Farmers, Ranchers\u2019 Commonsense Petition", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN, 04) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) denied Ag groups\u2019 petition for exemption:\n\n\u201cFor the last two years, our farmers and ranchers have endured supply chain disruptions and soaring inflation rates driving up costs, yet the FMCSA\u2019s decision to ignore our producers by denying this commonsense petition to exempt truck drivers transporting agricultural commodities from federal mandates limiting the hours a driver can be on the job will only make their work more difficult,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cTransporting livestock and other agricultural commodities is a challenging task that requires flexibility; we simply cannot apply a one-size-fits-all policy to an area that necessitates a more nuanced approach.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nYesterday, the Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) denied the joint application from the National Cattlemen\u2019s Beef Association, Livestock Marketing Association, American Farm Bureau Federation, American Beekeeping Federation, American Honey Producers Association, and National Aquaculture Association requesting an exemption for drivers transporting agricultural commodities from federal mandates which limit the hours a driver can be on the job. Specifically, the applicants requested approval for drivers, after 10 consecutive hours off duty, to drive through the 16th consecutive hour after coming on duty, and to drive a total of 15 hours during that 16-hour period.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-rail-labor-agreement", "Mrvan Statement on Rail Labor Agreement", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the following statement after voting in support of providing an additional seven days of paid sick leave and the underlying rail labor agreement to avert a rail shutdown.\n\n\u201cI supported the increase of an additional seven days of paid sick leave and the underlying agreement in order to avert a rail shutdown and to not exacerbate inflation challenges facing all individuals and families. I also would emphasize the critical importance of the rail system to the Northwest Indiana economy, including the success of our steel industry, our manufacturing base, and CN\u2019s Kirk Yard in Gary. As we move forward, I will continue to work to support the rights of all members of organized labor and take actions to ensure that all workers are able to thrive and succeed in a growing economy.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-spartz-receives-iron-lady-award", "Congresswoman Spartz Receives Iron Lady Award", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 This week, Congresswoman Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) was presented with the prestigious Iron Lady Award from the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC).\n\n\u201cAs a strong believer in the power of the states and power of the people, I am honored to be recognized by the organization of state legislators,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \"Margaret Thatcher said that Europe was created by history and America was created by philosophy. I would just add by philosophy of freedom.\"\n\n\u201cIt has been a pleasure working with Rep. Victoria Spartz during my tenure at ALEC,\u201d said ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson. \u201cJust as former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher faced down the communist threat in her day, so has Victoria Spartz in our day. We need more female freedom fighters like Spartz serving in all levels of government. She is a fierce defender of limited governments, free markets and federalism. I know she wants these principles embraced not only in America, but around the world. I can think of no one more deserving of the 2022 Iron Lady Award.\u201d\n\nALEC is the largest nonpartisan, voluntary membership organization of state legislators in the United States.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-re-elected-regional-chair-policy-committee", "Spartz Re-Elected as Regional Chair to Policy Committee", "2022-11-30", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) was re-elected by her colleagues to the House Policy Committee. The House Republican Policy Committee was established in 1949 as a core advisory body and \u201cthink tank\u201d for the House of Representatives.\n\n\u201cCongress has been a broken institution and has to start doing its job representing the people,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cI am honored to have been re-elected by my colleagues to serve on this important deliberative body in the Republican majority to deliver real policy solutions for all Americans.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-approves-mrvan-legislation-strengthen-va-cybersecurity", "House Approves Mrvan Legislation to Strengthen VA Cybersecurity", "2022-11-18", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives approved legislation introduced by Congressman Frank J. Mrvan - H.R. 7299, the Strengthening VA Cybersecurity (SVAC) Act of 2022, by a vote of 381 to 39.\n\nThe purpose of this legislation is to strengthen cybersecurity at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and protect information technology systems and devices used at VA. Specifically, the SVAC Act requires VA to obtain an independent cybersecurity assessment of its most critical information systems, as well as its cybersecurity posture as a whole. It also requires VA to develop a timeline and budget to fix any weaknesses and deficiencies identified by the report. The legislation is now referred to the Senate for consideration.\n\nTo view Congressman Mrvan\u2019s remarks on the House floor in support of this legislation, click here.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cWe must continue to work to ensure that the VA has the tools it needs to effectively protect against new and emerging cybersecurity threats and safeguard our veterans information. I look forward to continuing to collaborate with all of my colleagues to move this commonsense and bipartisan legislation forward.\u201d\n\nSVAC Act of 202 will:\n\nProtect against advanced cybersecurity threats, ransomware, denial of service attacks, insider threats, threats from foreign actors, phishing, credential theft and other cyber threats\n\nEnsure that the entire Department\u2019s IT is covered\u2014including on-premises, remote, cloud-based, and mobile information systems and devices used by, or in support of, Department activities\n\nRequire the Secretary to submit a detailed report and plan of implementation to Congress within 120 days of the independent assessment\n\nRequire the GAO to review VA\u2019s plan and evaluate if the cost estimates and timelines are realistic.\n\nFor additional information on the Strengthening VA Cybersecurity Act of 2022, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/representative-carson-introduces-justice-for-shireen-act", "Representative\u00a0Carson\u00a0Introduces Justice for Shireen Act", "2022-11-15", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014On Monday, November 14th, Representative Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) introduced the Justice for Shireen Act, requiring an investigation and report on the death of American-Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh.\n\nMs. Abu Akleh was killed on May 11, 2022, while wearing a clearly marked press vest and reporting on a military raid taking place in the occupied city of Jenin. Later that month, Rep. Carson led a letter, signed by 58 Members of Congress, to the FBI and State Department calling for an independent and open investigation. A later investigation by the Israeli government confirmed that an Israeli soldier shot Ms. Abu Akleh, in her line of duty as an American journalist. Unfortunately, questions remain unanswered.\n\nNew reports indicate that the FBI has opened an investigation into this killing.\n\n\"While I am encouraged by the reports of an FBI investigation, we must ensure a thorough and timely report to Congress on this tragic killing,\" said Rep. Carson. \"Congress has a duty to protect Americans reporting abroad, preserving the free speech our country was founded on \u2013 and Shireen's family deserves answers, justice, and accountability. We must also ensure that U.S. weapons, equipment or military services were not used to kill Americans on foreign soil. American taxpayers should not be paying for any violation of human rights abroad.\"\n\nThe Justice for Shireen Act seeks answers to many unanswered questions, including what happened before, during, and after the killing. This bill would also identify any U.S. defense materials or services involved in Ms. Abu Akleh's death.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-testifies-itc-hearing-cut-length-steel-plate-products", "Mrvan Testifies Before ITC Hearing on Cut-To-Length Steel Plate Products", "2022-11-15", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan testified before the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) during their hearing on anti-dumping and countervailing duties of cut-to-length steel plate products from several countries.\n\nThis is the ninth time during the 117th Congress that Congressman Mrvan has provided testimony in support of the domestic steel and manufacturing industry during ITC proceedings.\n\nThe text of today\u2019s remarks as prepared for delivery is below, and a link to a video of the remarks is available here.\n\nI want to thank Chairman Johanson, all the distinguished Commissioners, and the dedicated staff for the opportunity to participate in today\u2019s hearing on the continuation of anti-dumping and countervailing duties of cut-to-length steel plate products from Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, South Africa, Taiwan, and Turkey.\n\nI am proud to represent the First Congressional District of Indiana, one of the largest steel producing Congressional Districts in our nation. Specific to today\u2019s case, I want to highlight how cut-to-length steel plate is produced in Northwest Indiana at the Cleveland Cliffs Burns Harbor facility, which employs thousands of dedicated members of the United Steelworkers.\n\nThese products are essential to the success of our national economy, our energy independence, and also our national security, as these products are used in military applications such as submarines, aircraft carriers, and armored vehicles.\n\nWhen foreign actors cheat, the livelihoods of our steelworkers and their families are jeopardized. We must do everything possible to fully enforce our trade laws and show countries that cheat and provide illegal subsidies to their industries that their unfair trade practices will not be tolerated.\n\nThe orders under discussion today have proven to be effective in ensuring that our steelworkers can compete on a level playing field. As you are well aware, there remains a significant amount of unused capacity for this product in the global market, and we must ensure that the revocation of these orders does not lead to job losses in Northwest Indiana and our nation.\n\nI urge a continuation of these orders because I know that when allowed to compete fairly, our domestic workforce can thrive and produce the best steel products in the world.\n\nThank you again for the opportunity to testify and for your serious attention to this case.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-applauds-itcs-affirmative-rulings-following-his-testimonies", "Mrvan Applauds ITC\u2019s Affirmative Rulings Following his Testimonies", "2022-11-02", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan applauded the United States International Trade Commission\u2019s (ITC) recent affirmative rulings in support of the domestic steel industry following his testimonies during their September hearings.\n\nSpecific to hot-rolled steel products, which are produced at Cleveland-Cliffs and U.S. Steel facilities in Northwest Indiana, on September 15, 2022, Congressman Mrvan testified that \u201cthe steel products we are discussing today, hot-rolled steel, are made in the First Congressional District, at the U.S. Steel Gary Works and Cleveland Cliffs Indiana Harbor facilities,\u201d and that \u201cwhen foreign competitors choose to cheat and circumvent our trade laws, they threaten the existence of the American steel industry and good-paying jobs that allow our workers to support their families.\u201d Additional information on the ITC\u2019s final ruling on this case is available here.\n\nWith regard to oil country tubular goods (OCTG) products, on September 22, 2022, Congressman Mrvan testified during the ITC hearing and stated that \u201cNorthwest Indiana is home to an incredible steel and manufacturing base, and the dedicated workforce and members of the United Steelworkers produce the material and hot-rolled steel that is used to make OCTG products. As the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, I am committed to continuing to do everything possible to ensure that bad actors and countries that cheat know that American trade laws will be fully enforced.\u201d Additional information on the ITC\u2019s final ruling on this case is available here.\n\nIn response to these ITC rulings, Congressman Mrvan stated, \u201cThe incredible workers and the steel industry of Northwest Indiana are essential to the strength of our nation\u2019s economy and our national security. I am proud to have been able to testify before the ITC on eight different occasions during my first term in Congress. More work remains to continue to ensure that all of our trade laws are enforced, and I am committed to continuing to work as hard as our steelworkers do every day to ensure they can compete on a level playing field.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-mccarthy-and-mcconnell-are-both-right-ukraine", "Spartz: McCarthy and McConnell are both right on Ukraine", "2022-10-24", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 As someone with firsthand knowledge of the situation in Europe, I urge President Biden and the Democrats to stop playing politics with people\u2019s lives regarding the war in Ukraine. While incorporating Ukrainian war spending into their large wasteful omnibus bills might be a clever political maneuver \u2013 as it forces most Republicans to vote \u201cno\u201d - it\u2019s counterproductive to the war effort. In fact, such actions allow Putin to intensify anti-Ukrainian propaganda and divide our country.\n\nEven though winter is coming, the Biden administration is still playing reckless politics with energy policies. Understanding the danger of this situation, I recently visited Europe myself and met with a number of stakeholders in Berlin, Brussels, Kyiv and London.\n\nI also joined Yulia Yatsyk, a member of the Ukrainian parliament, in Zaporizhzhia. I was impressed by the bravery and boldness of this courageous woman who not only goes to the frontlines to support the brave Ukrainian soldiers but is also not afraid to challenge corrupt government officials in her region.\n\nWe visited an old monastery near the frontlines founded by the Zaporizhian Sich Cossacks on a very special holiday for Ukraine, October 14 \u2013 the Protection of the Mother of God, the Defender of Ukraine Day, Ukrainian Cossacks Day, and the 80th anniversary of the creation of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army. Being an ancestor to freedom loving Zaporizhian Sich Cossacks, I was especially humbled to witness the Cossacks initiation ceremony and share some Cossack \u201ckulish\u201d (porridge) with frontline soldiers.\n\nI also was able to visit some major Ukrainian cities and discussed the situation on the ground with the local governments which are doing a tremendous job protecting their cities and their citizens. Life in Ukraine is very hard - hearing artillery shells land close by, being woken up by explosions and machine gun fire, and observing \u201ckamikaze\u201d drones from my hotel window, reminded me what the Ukrainian people are going through on a daily basis. As a mother myself I can only imagine all the worries of Ukrainian mothers.\n\nAlthough, I was inspired again by the spirit and toughness of the Ukrainian people and Ukrainian fighters. They reminded me of the freedom loving Americans who founded our country \u2013 brave, patriotic and unwavering. This war is the people\u2019s war against tyranny.\n\nHowever, we cannot underestimate the complexity of the situation and brutality of this war. Therefore, I completely agree with Kevin that Congress cannot send \u201cblank checks\u201d and with Mitch that the Biden administration needs to be \u201cquicker and more proactive\u201d for the sake of freedom loving people fighting this war.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-joins-whip-scalise-and-house-republicans-sending-offshore-energy-letter", "Spartz Joins Whip Scalise and House Republicans in Sending Offshore Energy Letter to President Biden", "2022-10-20", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, Rep. Victoria Spartz joined Minority Whip Steve Scalise (R-LA), in sending a letter to President Biden regarding the five-year offshore energy leasing plan.\n\nThe letter demands President Biden and U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland reverse course on the current disastrous energy policies and invest in America\u2019s energy independence by issuing a five-year offshore leasing plan that includes regular annual lease sales in America\u2019s offshore areas.\n\nThe offshore leasing program is required under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA), mandating the Department of the Interior to finalize a five-year plan before any leasing can occur. While past administrations ensured a smooth transition between schedules, Secretary Haaland broke tradition and severely delayed the release of a proposed program, further undermining American energy production.\n\nIn the letter, Rep. Spartz and House Republicans underlined the grave consequences of undermining oil and gas exploration, pointing to the ongoing energy catastrophes in Europe and California that led to skyrocketing gasoline and electricity prices for hard-working families.\n\n\"President Biden has continuously taken steps that hurt American energy production\" said Rep. Spartz. \"Our letter outlines commonsense actions the President can take to get American energy back on track. We need to develop energy policies, not politics.\"\n\nThe full text of the letter is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/labor-secretary-rep-carson-highlight-job-growth-investments-in-economy", "Labor Secretary, Rep. Carson Highlight Job Growth; Investments in Economy", "2022-10-13", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS\u2014Today, Representative Andre Carson (IN-07) joined Department of Labor (DOL) Secretary Marty Walsh at RecycleForce to highlight federal job creation and the expansion of work opportunities for vulnerable groups.\n\n\"The Secretary's visit is a chance to spotlight what our city and state stand for: good-paying, meaningful jobs and giving all Hoosiers access to opportunities that shape a better future for you and your family,\" said Rep. Carson. \"Thanks to the Biden-Harris administration and an effective Congress, we have not only been able to recover from the pandemic but come back even stronger than before. I am proud to have fought for and supported bills that put people over politics.\"\n\n\"RecycleForce, proudly funded by the Department of Labor, is a critical example of how federal investments can help shape the livelihoods and career pathways of formerly incarcerated citizens,\" said U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh. \"Thanks to Congressman Carson, with the investments from the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, thousands of good-paying jobs will expand in Indiana and across the country. As we implement these vital pieces of legislation, the Department of Labor will continue to ensure grantees provide equal access to job training in growing industries.\"\n\nSince the start of President Biden's administration, Congress has passed transformative measures aimed at economic opportunities for American families. In March 2021, House Democrats passed the American Rescue plan, which provided direct assistance to families, invested in vaccine distribution, ensured schools had the resources to resume in-person learning safely, and gave vital support to small businesses. Now, private sector U.S. jobs are sitting at 1.1 million jobs above the February 2020 level.\n\nIn addition, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, signed into law November 2021, represents a once-in-a-generation investment in our country's roads, bridges, rails, and more. This package has already begun to expand economic opportunities for Americans across the country, taking action to repair our nation's infrastructure while creating nearly 1.5 million jobs every year over the next decade.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-dhsi-grant-award-calumet-college-st-joseph", "Mrvan Announces DHSI Grant Award for Calumet College of St. Joseph", "2022-10-11", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Merrillville, IN - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced a federal grant award for Calumet College of St. Joseph under the Department of Education\u2019s Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (DHSI) program.\n\nAccording to the Department of Education, Calumet College of Saint Joseph will receive $600,000 to create a model career pathway that will place students in high-demand, high-wage careers in health services by enhancing student support and increasing cultural-competency among faculty and staff. The program will provide health and holistic wellness services to students to increase resiliency and promote success in college and the workplace.\n\nThe DHSI program provides grants to assist HSIs to expand educational opportunities for, and improve the attainment of, Hispanic students. The DHSI program grants also enable HSIs to expand and enhance their academic offerings, program quality, and institutional stability.\n\n\u201cI thank all of the educators and leaders at Calumet College of St. Joseph for their efforts to secure this critical funding that will prepare students for careers in healthcare,\u201d stated Rep. Mrvan. \u201cI am proud to support Hispanic-serving institutions of higher education, and I look forward to continuing to expand educational opportunities for students across Northwest Indiana.\u201d\n\n\"This funding provides significant support to help further some of our strategic priorities and to move toward our vision of being a vital and valued resource for the region,\" Calumet College President Dr. Amy McCormack said. \"It strengthens the institution overall by building on the primary strength that emerged in a comprehensive analysis, our culture of belonging and support and a strong sense of community. These new initiatives will help all students move forward -- and upward -- in life.\"\n\nDr. Ginger Rodriguez, Project Manager for both this grant and an earlier Department of Education grant, added that these resources will support student success in school and in careers. \"Synergies between these two programs will mean that we will be able to provide additional support for student access, achievement, and success. Ultimately, that success benefits not only students and their families, but the community where we live and work as well.\"\n\nFor additional information on the Department of Education\u2019s DHSI program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=279", "Baird Opposes Massive Spending Bill", "2022-09-30", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.\u2014 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement opposing the continuing resolution:\n\n\u201cFor over a year, Hoosier families have watched prices for household essentials skyrocket, forcing many to spend hundreds more each month to keep up with record-breaking inflation as their wages remain stagnant,\u201d said Rep. Baird. \u201cWhile Congressional Democrats continue to rubber stamp the same spending sprees that are fueling inflation and putting a strain on Hoosier families, I will not support massive spending packages that bankroll radical agendas in stark contrast with Hoosier values, especially when they do nothing to address or even acknowledge this worsening economic crisis. I promised my constituents I would be a good steward of their taxpayer dollars, and I have no intention of breaking that promise.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=278", "Baird, Axne Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Advocate for Our Farmers", "2022-09-29", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) and Congresswoman Cindy Axne (IA-03) introduced the Farmers Deserve Notification Act which gives farmers nine months to adapt to any new restrictions on pesticides.\n\n\u201cFor the last two years, our nation\u2019s producers have been forced to navigate supply chain issues and skyrocketing input costs which have seriously challenged their ability to feed and clothe the American people,\u201d said Rep. Baird. \u201cThe EPA\u2019s creation and rapid implementation of new regulations only further disrupts this vital industry, forcing farmers to adapt quickly at the detriment of their crops and conservation practices. Our producers need time to find alternatives which is why I\u2019m proud to work with Rep. Cindy Axne to require the EPA to give our producers the time they need to adapt so they can continue supplying a safe and affordable food supply without interruption.\u201d\n\n\u201cI routinely hear from Iowa farmers about the need for certainty and predictability, especially with the recent supply chain issues stemming from the pandemic,\u201d said Rep. Axne. \u201cRather than having to navigate last minute restrictions on their inputs, this bipartisan and commonsense legislation will ensure farmers have enough notice on any modifications to their pest management practices while maintaining the EPA\u2019s ability to act immediately when justified. The EPA plays an important role in protecting our environment, and I\u2019ll continue to support practical ideas to ensure their efforts work with, not against, Iowa\u2019s family farmers.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/justice-victims-war-crimes-act-sponsors-react-un-findings-war-crimes-ukraine", "Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act Sponsors React To UN Findings of War Crimes in Ukraine", "2022-09-29", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 On September 23, 2022, the United Nations\u2019 Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine released findings that Russia has committed war crimes in Ukraine. After visiting 27 towns and interviewing 150 witnesses, the commission reported that Russian troops have committed brutal executions, indiscriminate attacks and sexual and gender-based violence, including against children during their invasion of Ukraine.\n\nIn response to alleged war crimes in Ukraine earlier this year, Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Democratic Whip Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Rep. David N. Cicilline (D-R.I.) and Congresswoman Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) introduced the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act to update the current United States war crimes statute to enable prosecution of war criminals under jurisdiction of the U.S. courts, regardless of the location or targets of their alleged atrocities. The legislation also extends the statute of limitations for war crimes discovered years after they occur.\n\n\u201cThis disturbing report confirms that Russian troops are carrying out heinous attacks on innocent Ukrainians as they continue waging an unjust war. These inhumane and unprovoked crimes, conducted under Putin\u2019s watch, cannot go unpunished. The Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act is needed to send a strong message that people who commit war crimes are not welcome here in the U.S. and should be punished, regardless of where their offense was committed,\u201d Grassley said.\n\n\u201cPerpetrators committing unspeakable war crimes, such as those unfolding before our very eyes in Ukraine, must be held to account,\u201d Durbin said. \u201cWith the UN\u2019s formation of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine, we are sending a clear message to Putin: the world remains steadfast in our commitment to Ukraine and the brave Ukrainian people. And as Co-Chair of the Senate Ukraine Caucus, and Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I will continue to look at various avenues to ensure he pays the price.\u201d\n\n\u201cMy heart goes out to all those families and individuals suffering due to Putin\u2019s illegal and unwarranted invasion of Ukraine and the horrific atrocities carried out by his troops. These war criminals \u2013 all those on the ground, their leaders, and ultimately Vladimir Putin, cannot be allowed to act without consequence. The United States stands with the people of Ukraine, and we must continue our efforts to both weaken Russia through our sanctions regime and strengthen our support for Ukraine via supplies and aid. We need to pass the Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act so that when this war ends, none of these war criminals will evade justice for the unconscionable acts they have committed in Ukraine,\u201d said Cicilline.\n\n\u201cThe atrocities of Russia\u2019s war against the Ukrainian people and POWs are heartbreaking. I have seen and heard it firsthand, but these war crimes have now also been confirmed by the UN. The international community cannot remain silent and must hold accountable not only top leaders who make these ruthless orders, but also military commanders who are willing to obey them,\u201d said Spartz.\n\nCurrent law allows for the prosecution of people who commit war crimes in the U.S. or against Americans abroad, but violators who target non-Americans are not subject to the law even after they enter the U.S. The Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act expands the original war crimes jurisdiction to include war criminals found in the U.S., even if they never targeted U.S. nationals. This would allow the prosecution of those non-Americans who come to the U.S. after committing war crimes against Ukrainians.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-urges-colleagues-support-bipartisan-bicameral-antitrust-reform", "Rep. Spartz Urges Colleagues to Support Bipartisan, Bicameral Antitrust Reform Package", "2022-09-29", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz released a statement urging her House colleagues to support a bipartisan, bicameral antitrust reform package, which includes the Merger Filing Fee Modernization, Foreign Merger Subsidy Disclosure, and State Antitrust Enforcement Venue Acts, which passed the House Rules Committee this week and Judiciary Committees earlier this year.\n\nThis legislation is also led by Sens. Tom Cotton (R-AR), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Mike Lee (R-UT) on the Senate side and is a first step to reform antitrust enforcement. These changes will expand state enforcement, rebalance merger filing fees to user fees from larger stakeholders and increase transparency for certain foreign subsidies.\n\n\"Competition and proper antitrust enforcement are essential for free enterprise,\u201d Rep. Spartz said. \u201cOur antitrust laws haven\u2019t been modernized for over a century and need to be aligned with the demands of the 21st century economy in a thoughtful and deliberative way. I am glad to co-lead this bicameral antitrust reform effort to deal with abusive monopoly powers, including infringements on our Constitutional rights by Big Tech.\u201d\n\nFull text of the bill is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-introduces-legislation-increase-transparency-non-profit-hospitals", "Spartz Introduces Legislation to Increase Transparency of Non-Profit Hospitals", "2022-09-29", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) introduced the Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act as part of her package to increase competition in health care.\n\nNon-profit hospitals have accumulated large monopoly powers in many health care markets, although, according to the 2021 Health Affairs study, they spend considerably less on charity care than for-profit hospitals. The current guidelines for community benefit qualifying hospitals for tax-exempt status are vague and could be abused by stakeholders.\n\nBased on multiple studies, including RAND studies performed by the Employers\u2019 Forum of Indiana, Indiana has some of the highest hospital prices and health care monopoly issues in the nation.\n\nThis legislation clarifies the standards by which non-profit hospitals can qualify for tax exemption.\n\nThe full legislative text can be viewed here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-urges-biden-administration-safeguard-national-security-and-supply", "Rep. Spartz Urges Biden Administration to Safeguard National Security and Supply Chain", "2022-09-28", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Victoria Spartz sent a bipartisan, bicameral letter with Reps. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Bill Pascrell (D-NJ), and Sens. Bob Casey (D-PA), John Cornyn (R-TX) and Chuck Schumer (D-NY), urging the Biden Administration to take immediate action to safeguard national security and supply chain resiliency on outbound investments in adversarial states.\n\n\u201cWhen we cede our manufacturing power and technological know-how to foreign adversaries, we are hurting our economy, our global competitiveness, American workers, industry and national security. Government action on this front is long overdue to address the scope and magnitude of these serious risks we face as a country,\u201d the members of Congress wrote.\n\nThis bipartisan group of lawmakers previously worked together to introduce the National Critical Capabilities Defense Act based on the recommendations of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission created by Congress in 2000, which was stripped from the CHIPS Act of 2022 by the Administration. The legislation would have established an interagency outbound investment review committee in order to better understand the vulnerabilities created in U.S. supply chain as private industries continue to offshore critical capabilities to China and other foreign adversaries.\n\nThe full letter is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-testifies-itc-hearing-octg-steel-products", "Mrvan Testifies Before ITC Hearing on OCTG Steel Products", "2022-09-22", "2022", "2022-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan testified before the International Trade Commission (ITC) during their hearing on Oil Country Tubular Good steel products from Argentina, Mexico, Russia, and South Korea.\n\nLast week, Congressman Mrvan testified before the ITC during their hearing on hot-rolled steel flat products from several countries. This is the eighth time during the 117th Congress that Congressman Mrvan has provided testimony in support of the domestic steel and manufacturing industry during ITC proceedings.\n\nThe text of today\u2019s remarks as prepared for delivery is below, and a link to a video of the remarks is available here.\n\n\"Good morning to all the Commissioners. Thank you for the opportunity to present testimony as part of today\u2019s hearing on Oil Country Tubular Good steel products from Argentina, Mexico, Russia, and South Korea.\n\n\"It is good to speak with you for the second week in a row. I continue to be grateful for your dedicated work to enforce our trade laws, which are critical to the economic success for American steelworkers and our manufacturing industry.\n\n\"For today\u2019s case, as you are well aware, OCTG products are necessary to promote the strength of our nation\u2019s energy infrastructure and national security, as they are primarily used in the energy sector to extract and transport oil and gas throughout the United States.\n\n\"Northwest Indiana is home to an incredible steel and manufacturing base, and the dedicated workforce and members of the United Steelworkers provide the material and hot-rolled steel that is used to make OCTG products.\n\n\"As the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, I am committed to continuing to do everything possible to ensure that bad actors and countries that cheat know that American trade laws will be fully enforced. I also appreciate the opportunity last year, on October 26, 2021, to have sent a letter to you on this case during the preliminary determination proceedings.\n\n\"I am grateful for your serious attention to this case, and all of the pressing matters before the Commission. We must continue to work to ensure that all American workers and the domestic pipe and tube industry are able to compete on a level playing field.\n\n\"Thank you again for the opportunity to testify today.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/sen-rick-scott-rep-victoria-spartz-pow-rights-red-cross-mission-must-be", "Sen. Rick Scott & Rep. Victoria Spartz: POW Rights, Red Cross Mission Must Be Protected", "2022-09-22", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Senator Rick Scott and Congresswoman Victoria Spartz (R-IN) released the following statement after meeting with Ukrainian soldiers who were recently held by Russia as prisoners of war (POW), as well as the family members of current Ukrainian POWs.\n\nRussian forces are denying Ukrainian POWs the right guaranteed to them under the Geneva Convention to be visited by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Congresswoman Spartz has been in contact with Patrick Hamilton, the Head of the ICRC's Delegation to the United States and Canada. Following yesterday's meeting with these Ukrainian service members and families, Senator Scott also spoke with Patrick Hamilton to express his strong support for the ICRC's mission and work to visit POWs and ensure proper treatment of these individuals in accordance with international treaties and laws.\n\n\u201cSince Russia\u2019s unlawful and violent invasion of Ukraine began, we have heard horrific stories of brutal violence both on and off the battlefield. Putin has laid bare his evil intentions for the world to see, and we cannot ignore it. While we have received many briefings here in Washington on the battles across Ukraine, hearing firsthand from these Ukrainian POWs and the family members of those currently being held by Russian forces this week further exposed the unbelievable brutality of Russia\u2019s war. It is essential that the ICRC have full access to all POWs. We fully support the ICRC\u2019s work of ensuring the human rights of POWs are protected and will never tolerate action to hinder its access or otherwise strip the rights afforded to POWs and humanitarian organization under the Geneva Convention.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-afg-grant-awards-lowell-and-st-john-fire-departments", "Mrvan Announces AFG Grant Awards for Lowell and St. John Fire Departments", "2022-09-16", "2022", "2022-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Merrillville, IN \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced federal grant awards for the Lowell Volunteer Fire Department and the St. John Volunteer Fire Department under the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.\n\nThe Lowell Volunteer Fire Department will receive $510,857, and the St. John Volunteer Fire Department will receive $490,909 to make critical improvements to operations and safety, equip and train emergency personnel, and enhance operational efficiencies. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the AFG program aims to meet the firefighting and emergency response needs of fire departments and non-affiliated emergency medical service organizations.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cI appreciate the successful and collaborative efforts of the leaders of the Lowell Volunteer Fire Department and the St. John Volunteer Fire Department for securing these federal resources for our district. Supporting first responders is a priority of mine, and I am proud to advocate for this funding that ensures firefighters are prepared in the line of duty.\u201d\n\nLowell Town Manager Craig Hendrix stated, \u201cThe Lowell Volunteer Fire Department appreciates the assistance and the efforts of Congressman Mrvan and his staff in helping us obtain these much needed funds to purchase new self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) air packs, SCBA fill station and SCBA accountability system.\u201d\n\nSt. John Fire Chief Kevin LaDuke stated, \u201cThe collaborative synergy between our Departments is at an all-time high, this grant will save our citizens and better protect our firefighters. I am appreciative of the FEMA review committee, support from the Dyer Town Council, St. John Public Safety Commission, St. John Town Council, Congressman Mrvan, and Senators Young and Braun.\u201d\n\nRecently, Rep. Mrvan announced AFG grant awards for the Whiting Fire Department, the Beverly Shores Volunteer Fire Department, and the Portage Fire Department.\n\nFor additional information on the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s AFG program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-requests-blinken-urgently-rebuild-our-diplomatic-mission-ukraine", "Spartz Requests Blinken to Urgently Rebuild our Diplomatic Mission in Ukraine", "2022-09-15", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Spartz sent a letter to Secretary Blinken on her recent return from Europe and Ukraine this week urging him to provide full and prompt support to Ambassador Brink to rebuild our mission in Ukraine.\n\n\"I am impressed and inspired by the bravery of the resilient Ukrainian people and the heroic Ukrainian army,\" Spartz said. \"We need strong American leadership to provide proper oversight and assistance. Expediting our efforts in this area will be crucial for maintaining support from the American people and helping the Ukrainian people win this brutal war and establish proper democratic institutions.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-afg-grant-awards-whiting-and-beverly-shores-fire-departments", "Mrvan Announces AFG Grant Awards for Whiting and Beverly Shores Fire Departments", "2022-09-02", "2022", "2022-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Merrillville, IN \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced federal grant awards for the Whiting Fire Department and the Beverly Shores Volunteer Fire Department under the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.\n\nThe Whiting Fire Department will receive $26,666, and the Beverly Shores Volunteer Fire Department will receive $123,479, to obtain critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel and enhance operational efficiencies. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the AFG program aims to meet the firefighting and emergency response needs of fire departments and non-affiliated emergency medical service organizations.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cI commend the leaders of the Whiting Fire Department and the Beverly Shores Volunteer Fire Department for their successful efforts to secure these essential federal resources. I am grateful for the selfless and dedicated work that our fire departments and all first responders exhibit on a daily basis, and I will continue to work to support federal resources that help improve the abilities of all first responders to keep our communities safe.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis award is huge for our department and vastly improves the safety and living conditions for our firefighters. The City of Whiting and the Whiting Fire Department would like to thank Congressman Mrvan and his continuing support of our first responders,\u201d stated Whiting Fire Chief Don Harbin.\n\nLast month, Rep. Mrvan announced that the Portage Fire Department would receive an AFG award in the amount of $201,192.\n\nFor additional information on the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s AFG program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-joins-announcement-arp-broadband-investment-indiana", "Mrvan Joins Announcement of ARP Broadband Investment for Indiana", "2022-09-01", "2022", "2022-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Earlier this week, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan joined senior administration officials, including Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo, in announcing federal investments in broadband technology for Indiana under the American Rescue Plan (ARP).\n\nAccording to the Department of Treasury, the federal funds will support Indiana\u2019s Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program, which supports broadband infrastructure and services to areas and locations currently lacking access to at least 25/3 Mbps, with a focus on services to school buildings, rural health clinics, and households with students.\n\nCongressman Frank J. Mrvan stated, \u201cI am proud that one of my first formative votes in Congress was for the American Rescue Plan. Not only did this law save lives, support small businesses, and reopen our schools, but it is also improving broadband services that are critical for the success of our economies. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed disparities in access to healthcare, mental healthcare, and education resources, and this federal investment is essential to closing that gap and ensuring that everyone has the capabilities to access the tools they need to succeed and be healthy.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe pandemic upended life as we knew it\u2014from work to school to connecting with friends and family\u2014and exposed the stark inequity in access to affordable and reliable high-speed internet in communities across the country, but especially in rural, tribal, and low-income communities,\u201d said Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo. \u201cThis funding will lay the foundation for the Biden-Harris Administration\u2019s historic investments to increase access to high-speed internet and reduce broadband bills for American households and businesses.\u201d\n\nTo learn more about this ARP program from the Department of Treasury, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:08:33Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-sends-independence-day-congratulations-heroic-ukrainian-people", "Spartz Sends Independence Day Congratulations to Heroic Ukrainian People", "2022-08-24", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Transcript (EN):\n\nI\u2019m Victoria Spartz, Congresswoman of Indiana\u2019s Fifth Congressional District. As the only Ukrainian born member of Congress, I wanted to congratulate all Ukrainians on this Independence Day. You have shown the world what it truly means to defend your freedoms and protect your democracy. The American people stand with you.\n\nI have spent the months since Putin\u2019s invasion of Ukraine vocalizing my support for my birth country. But with billions of US dollars going to Ukraine, we must demand accountability. Not only for the American taxpayers, but also for the sake of the brave Ukrainians fighting Russian aggression and sacrificing their lives.\n\nCongress must ask the tough questions so we can help critical aid reach the Ukrainian military and help defeat Putin\u2019s aggression. 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"Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Merrillville, IN \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced a federal grant award for the City of Portage Fire Department under the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.\n\nThe Portage Fire Department will receive $201,192 to obtain critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel and enhance their operational efficiencies. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the AFG program aims to meet the firefighting and emergency response needs of fire departments and non-affiliated emergency medical service organizations.\n\nCongressman Frank J. Mrvan stated, \u201cThe AFG program has a proven track record of assisting firefighters and emergency responders in their daily duties to keep our communities safe. I applaud the Portage Fire Department and all of the leaders in the City of Portage for successfully identifying this federal resource to meet the needs of their residents. I will continue to do all I can to support all of our public safety officers and their invaluable service to our region.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Portage Fire Department is very excited and humbled to receive this Assistance to Firefighter Grant award,\u201d said Kevin DeYoung, Assistant Chief of the Portage Fire Department. \u201cThis grant funding will allow us to purchase new portable radios, which will increase our capabilities and set us up for future changes. The new radios will be equipped to better communicate with our neighboring communities in Lake County and will Bluetooth connect to our air packs. This will increase firefighter safety and improve communications on all types of incidents. We would like to thank Congressman Mrvan for his support on this grant.\u201d\n\nFor additional information on the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s AFG program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/president-biden-we-cannot-betray-brave-ukrainian-people-and-fighters-inaction", "President Biden: We Cannot Betray Brave Ukrainian People and Fighters \u2013 Inaction Equals Sabotage", "2022-08-22", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Spartz sent a letter to President Biden, Secretary Blinken, Secretary Austin and General Milley urging them to improve efficiency and volume of direct lethal aid to Ukraine, implement P2P (point to point) logistics to the frontline, and establish an advisory and oversight joint task force in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine for distribution of financial aid to address high risks of incompetency, corruption, infiltration and abuse of power in the Ukrainian government.\n\n\u201cLast week, I visited Ukraine for the 7th time since the war started and was very impressed with our new diplomatic team in Ukraine\u201d, Rep. Spartz said. \u201cHowever, the Biden Administration has to take some urgent actions for our strategic mission to succeed and save Ukrainian lives\u201d.\n\nSee the full letter here and video from the frontline.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-anti-police-rhetoric-must-stop-and-we-have-support-our-police-0", "Spartz: Anti-Police Rhetoric Must Stop and We Have to Support our Police Officers on the Frontlines Daily", "2022-08-22", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Carmel, IN - Amidst an ever-changing news cycle, I remain extremely concerned about rising anti-police sentiment across our country. Baseless claims of institutionalized police violence, oppression and incompetence avoid a simple and undeniable truth \u2013 strong and well-funded police departments make our communities safer. An Obama Administration report confirmed this, concluding that a 10% increase in the size of a police force leads to as much as a 10% reduction in crime. The bipartisan takeaway is clear \u2013 the most important way we can increase public safety is by increasing support for our police, men and women who serve on the frontlines every day to protect us.\n\nAn alarming consequence of the anti-police narrative in our country is that it is now more dangerous than ever to serve as a police officer. The numbers confirm this \u2013 in 2021 there were 73 officers murdered nationwide in the line of duty, and as of August 18, 2022, 42 officers have been tragically killed this year. Historic numbers pale in comparison to what we are seeing today.\n\nOne of these tragedies occurred in my district in July, when Elwood, Indiana Police Officer Noah Shahnavaz was murdered while conducting a routine traffic stop. Noah dedicated his life to serving and protecting his country and community, spending five years in the military before joining the Elwood Police Department last year.\n\nI recently had the privilege to meet with Noah\u2019s incredible parents and learn about their son. His father, Matthew, shared a story with me that truly reflects Noah\u2019s character.\n\nImage\n\nMatthew Shahnavaz, Laurie Shahnavaz, Congresswoman Victoria Spartz, Elwood Police Chief Brizendine\n\nMatthew, like many parents, did not understand Noah\u2019s \u201cgaming\u201d habit, encouraging him to spend his time more wisely. After Noah\u2019s tragic and untimely death, an unknown friend from Canada came through the visitation line, sobbing. Noah had befriended him online, talked him through a difficult time, and prevented him from taking his life. Noah\u2019s parents were stunned \u2013 they had no idea Noah had saved someone\u2019s life while online. It turns out, he had helped multiple people with their mental health struggles in this way.\n\nWe must remember that it is individuals like Noah who are placed in danger when anti-police attitudes are peddled by those in power, and we must continue to back our police departments for the support they provide and the safety they uphold. A strong, well-funded police department is the backbone of a safe community and free republic, and I am committed to using my position in the United States Congress to fully support our men and women in blue.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-talent-search-program-grant-award-ivy-tech", "Mrvan Announces Talent Search Program Grant Award for Ivy Tech", "2022-08-19", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced a grant award for Ivy Tech Community College - Lake County Campus under the Department of Education\u2019s Talent Search Program.\n\nIvy Tech Community College - Lake County Campus will receive $323,420 to provide academic, career, and financial counseling to individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential to succeed in higher education. According to the Department of Education, the Talent Search Program aims to increase the number of youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who complete high school and enroll in and complete their postsecondary education.\n\n\u201cI congratulate Chancellor Gonzalez and all of the leaders at Ivy Tech Community College for their initiative to successfully obtain this beneficial federal resource,\u201d said Rep. Mrvan. \u201cThis is the type of action that invests in the future prosperity of Northwest Indiana and prepares the next generation of the workforce to thrive in their careers.\u201d\n\n\u201cIvy Tech appreciates the continued federal support that allows us to serve close to 600 first- generation students in Gary and the surrounding communities. Programs like this are critical in meeting the needs of our community and students who are working to improve their lives through education,\u201d said Louie Gonzalez, Chancellor of Ivy Tech Community College Lake County Campus.\n\nFor additional information on the Department of Education\u2019s Talent Search Program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-mrvan-hosts-prominent-hispanic-legislator-northwest-indiana", "Congressman Mrvan Hosts Prominent Hispanic Legislator in Northwest Indiana", "2022-08-18", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Hammond, IN \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Congressmen Frank J. Mrvan (IN-01) hosted U.S. Congressman Tony C\u00e1rdenas (CA-29) at a Hispanic Community Roundtable at Purdue University Northwest in Hammond. The two met with local community stakeholders, including Indiana State Representatives Mike Andrade (HD-12) and Earl Harris Jr. (HD-02).\n\n\u201cI thank Congressman C\u00e1rdenas, State Representatives Andrade and Harris, and all of the participants for joining in this active discussion on the issues facing the Hispanic community in Northwest Indiana,\u201d said Congressman Frank J. Mrvan. \u201cTogether, we can continue to advocate for meaningful solutions to promote economic growth and prosperity for all individuals and small businesses throughout our region.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a former small business owner, I know what it takes to run a business \u2013 that\u2019s why I\u2019m dedicated to supporting all businesses and business owners here in Indiana,\u201d said Congressman Tony C\u00e1rdenas. \u201cThe Latino entrepreneurs we met today have built their businesses from the ground up, created and retained jobs and driven the local economy forward. Even as we grapple with the ongoing pandemic, they have been the heart and soul of this community. Rep. Mrvan and I continue to work hard in Congress to bring back federal resources through the Inflation Reduction Act, American Rescue Plan and other legislation to make sure each of them can succeed now and in the long run. We\u2019ll keep working hard in Washington to build on this progress and strengthen our economy with small businesses at the forefront.\u201d\n\n\"As one of two Hispanic legislators in the Indiana House of Representatives, I know firsthand the importance of representation in government,\" State Rep. Mike Andrade said. \"Having the ability to sit down and listen to members of the local Hispanic community will help us to better represent our constituents and hear concerns affecting the daily lives of Hoosiers.\"\n\n\"Yesterday's event was a great opportunity for lawmakers to hear from members of Indiana's Hispanic community about their concerns,\" said State Rep. Earl Harris Jr. \"As a legislator who is both African American and Hispanic, I know that being heard and feeling represented in your government can lead to increased civic engagement which benefits everyone in the state.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-mrvan-tours-federal-projects-michigan-city-portage-and-east-chicago-usace", "Rep. Mrvan Tours Federal Projects in Michigan City, Portage, and East Chicago with USACE", "2022-08-17", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "East Chicago, IN - Yesterday, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, joined Colonel Paul Culberson from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Paul Labovitz, Superintendent of Indiana Dunes National Park, Fernando Trevino, Executive Director of the East Chicago Waterway Management District, and Tim Frame, Harbormaster of the Michigan City Port Authority to tour $49,603,000 in federally funded projects across Northwest Indiana.\n\nRep. Mrvan toured the Michigan City Harbor, Indiana Shoreline and Mt. Baldy, Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor, and Indiana Harbor and Confined Disposal Facility.\n\n\u201cI thank Colonel Culberson for the opportunity to tour federally funded projects at work across Northwest Indiana. I am grateful for the ability to bring our federal tax dollars back to our district to invest in our local infrastructure,\u201d said Rep. Mrvan. \u201cWhen we invest in our natural resources, we have the ability to create good-paying jobs and economic opportunities throughout our region.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday\u2019s visits to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District project sites highlight the importance of the partnerships between our federal and local sponsors, the Corps, and the continuing efforts of Rep. Frank Mrvan in ensuring that these projects and others like them, continue to contribute economically and provide jobs and recreation opportunities to the people he represents,\u201d said Col. Paul Culberson, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.\n\n\u201cIndiana Dunes National Park appreciates the collaboration with the US Army Corps of Engineers in addressing a century-old challenge of a sand deficit along park beaches at Crescent Dune and Mt. Baldy west to the Town of Beverly Shores. Rep. Mrvan\u2019s focus on this issue has helped provide better beach recreation opportunities for our visitors. Beach nourishment works and other areas in the National Park can hopefully receive similar attention,\u201d said Superintendent Paul Labovitz, Indiana Dunes National Park.\n\n\u201cThe Army Corps of Engineers has been an excellent project partner in the construction and maintenance of the CDF. The District was happy to write a strong letter of support for the funding of the CDF expansion,\u201d said Fernando Trevino, Executive Director of the East Chicago Waterway Management District. \u201cThe CDF expansion project is important to our region\u2019s economic success supporting uninterrupted viability of steel and other industries located along Lake Michigan, which are an important part of the local, regional, national and international economies.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Michigan City Port Authority appreciates Rep. Mrvan\u2019s efforts to secure funding for the USACE structures in Michigan City,\u201d said Tim Frame, Michigan City Port Authority Harbormaster. \u201cThese projects help keep Trail Creek a viable Harbor for boating in Michigan City.\u201d\n\nFederally authorized projects under the jurisdiction of the USACE:\n\nMichigan City Harbor\n\nInfrastructure Investment and Jobs Act \u2013 $7,000,000\n\nFunding will support repairs to the detached breakwater to include the east pier superstructure around the lighthouse.\n\n2023 Community Project Funding \u2013 $1,026,000\n\nFunding will support operations and maintenance at Michigan City Harbor will support economic development within the City of Michigan City driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.\n\n2022 Appropriations \u2013 $10,000\n\nFunding will support shoreline nourishment at Mt. Baldy.\n\nIndiana Harbor\n\n2023 Appropriations \u2013 $8,654,000\n\nFunding will support operations and maintenance activities in the federal harbor and as associated with the operations and maintenance of the Indiana Harbor CDF.\n\n2022 Appropriations \u2013 $8,196,000\n\nFunding will support operations and maintenance activities in the federal harbor and as associated with the operations and maintenance of the Indiana Harbor CDF.\n\n2022 Appropriations \u2013 Indiana Harbor CDF $18,395,000\n\nFunding will support the planned Phase II construction of the Indiana Harbor Confined Disposal Facility (CDF), which contains the backlog and annual maintenance navigational dredging.\n\nIndiana Shoreline\n\n2023 Community Project Funding \u2013 $2,700,000\n\nFunding will support the movement of sand along the shoreline at Indiana Dunes National Park (IDNP) has been interrupted by harbor structures causing accelerated erosion of the beach and dunes west of these structures.\n\n2022 Community Project Funding \u2013 $2,700,000\n\nFunding will support the movement of sand along the shoreline at Indiana Dunes National Park (IDNP) has been interrupted by the Michigan City harbor structures causing accelerated erosion of the beach and dunes west of these federal harbor structures.\n\nBurns Waterway Small Boat Harbor\n\n2023 Community Project Funding \u2013 $922,000\n\nFunding will support operations and maintenance at Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor will support economic development within the City of Portage driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=262", "Rep. Baird Releases Statement on the So-Called \"Inflation Reduction Act\"", "2022-08-12", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the so-called Inflation Reduction Act:\n\n\u201cToday, Speaker Pelosi rubber-stamped President Biden's and Senator Schumer\u2019s \u201cInflation Reduction Act.\u201d Unfortunately, this legislation will do nothing to reduce the steady march of disastrous inflation punishing the Hoosiers of my district.\n\n\u201cOnly to Democrats in Washington, D.C. is another $750 billion of spending, the expansion of the IRS, and the raising of taxes on America\u2019s small businesses considered a presidency-defining success. That isn\u2019t success to my constituents, and I voted against this bill.\n\n\u201cInstead, it is time for Congress to deal with the real root causes of our economic woes by reforming and cutting spending and lifting the heavy hand of regulation weighing down what could otherwise be a flourishing and competitive economy for all. Congress needs to focus on oversight of Federal agencies run amok instead of hiring more revenue agents to squeeze even more tax dollars out of hardworking Americans.\n\n\u201cI look forward to Congress focusing on these real issues soon.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-support-inflation-reduction-act", "Mrvan Statement in Support of the Inflation Reduction Act", "2022-08-12", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan voted in support of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.\n\nIn Congressman Mrvan\u2019s remarks on the House floor, he highlighted the measure\u2019s provisions to lower health care costs for those on Medicare. Specifically, under this legislation Medicare will negotiate certain prescription drug prices, limit out-of-pocket costs for insulin at $35 per month, and for the first time ever, cap Medicare Part D out-of-pocket drug costs at $2,000.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cOf particular importance to me are the provisions that finally address the unfair disadvantage our seniors face when deciding between missing a meal or missing a prescription. This measure represents real progress that provides real relief to seniors.\u201d\n\nThe House approved the measure by a vote of 220 to 207. As the Senate has approved this measure, it is now submitted to President Biden to be signed into law.\n\nTo watch Congressman Mrvan\u2019s earlier floor remarks on this legislation, click here.\n\nIn general, the Inflation Reduction Act contains many provisions that will benefit American consumers, such as lowering health care and energy costs, and promoting initiatives to address climate change. Additionally, provisions to create equity in the tax code, including the establishment of a minimum tax on companies with more than $1 billion in income, will result in savings from this measure that are expected to exceed $300 billion.\n\nFor additional information on the Inflation Reduction Act, click here and here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-dot-grant-town-munster", "Mrvan Announces DOT Grant for Town of Munster", "2022-08-10", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, announced a grant award for the Town of Munster under the Department of Transportation\u2019s (DOT) Fiscal Year 2022 Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity (RAISE) Grants.\n\nThe RAISE Grant in the amount of $17,143,320 will be used to assist the Ridge Road Complete Streets project in the Town of Munster. Specifically, according to the DOT, the funding will be used to renovate over a mile of Ridge Road traffic lanes from five lanes to three, add a 10-foot wide multi-use path on the south side of the street, plant more than 250 trees, and install landscaping, signage, and pedestrian seating.\n\nCongressman Frank J. Mrvan stated, \u201cI thank our local partners in Munster for their leadership on this project that incorporates sustainable measures to reinvest in the Ridge Road corridor, which will improve transportation, attract new businesses, and enhance recreational activities. Because of their successful utilization of this federal resource, we will create more good-paying jobs and a better quality of life for everyone in Northwest Indiana.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis award will allow the Town to implement our community-driven vision for a more human-focused built environment. With that opportunity will come more pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, additional street trees, improved stormwater management, and more flexibility for our local businesses to operate,\u201d said Dustin Anderson, Town Manager of the Town of Munster.\u201cThis project is the validation of an exhaustive public engagement process that saw thousands of residents weigh in on what they want this vital corridor to look like in the future. Without those residents and the bold leadership of our elected and appointed officials, this project would have never been possible.\u201d\n\nFor additional information on the RAISE grant program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=263", "Baird Releases Statement on FBI Raid of Mar-a-Lago", "2022-08-09", "2022", "2022-08", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the FBI's raid of former President Trump's residence in Mar-a-Lago:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-passing-rep-walorski-emma-thomson-and-zachery-potts", "Mrvan Statement on the Passing of Rep. Walorski, Emma Thomson, and Zachery Potts", "2022-08-03", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the following statement in response to the passing of Rep. Jackie Walorski, Emma Thomson, and Zachery Potts.\n\n\u201cI am deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of my Indiana colleague and Congressional-district neighbor Rep. Jackie Walorski. I am grateful for our all too brief shared time together in the U.S. House of Representatives and appreciate her consistent friendship, example of public service, and openness to conversation. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends during this difficult time, as well as with the loved ones of her staff member Emma Thomson and St. Joseph County Republican Chair Zachery Potts.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-senate-passage-honoring-our-pact-act", "Mrvan Statement on Senate Passage of the Honoring Our PACT Act", "2022-08-03", "2022", "2022-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, Chairman of the House Veterans\u2019 Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, celebrated the Senate passage of the Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act.\n\nThrough his role on the House Veterans\u2019 Affairs Committee, Congressman Mrvan is an original cosponsor of this measure and he actively supported this measure through the Committee approval process. On July 13, 2022, the House approved the final version of the legislation in a bipartisan manner with a vote of 342 to 88. As the Senate has approved this measure, it is now submitted to President Biden to be signed into law.\n\nAccording to the House Veterans\u2019 Affairs Committee, the Honoring Our PACT Act will treat toxic exposure as a cost of war by addressing the full range of issues impacting toxic-exposed veterans, including access to earned benefits and healthcare through the Department of Veterans Affairs.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cI joined the House Veterans\u2019 Affairs Committee in order to take action in a bipartisan manner to ensure our veterans receive the world-class benefits they deserve. This historic legislation does just that, and I am proud to have been a part of the legislative process to see this bill through to the finish line. I appreciate the bipartisan support of this initiative by so many other Members of the House and our Senate colleagues. This landmark action will ensure that veterans know their country will honor and care for them in gratitude for their service to defending our freedoms. I look forward to continuing my positive and productive relationship with the members of the veterans community and stand ready to continue to assist all veterans however our office can.\u201d\n\nTo watch Congressman Mrvan\u2019s earlier floor remarks on this legislation, click here and here.\n\nFor additional information from the House Veterans\u2019 Affairs Committee, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:59:24Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-project-requests-included-fy-2023-house-approved-appropriations-measures", "Mrvan Project Requests Included in FY 2023 House-Approved Appropriations Measures", "2022-07-29", "2022", "2022-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Last week, the House approved a package of several Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 appropriations measures that included $18 million for investments in projects requested by Congressman Mrvan.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cI am grateful for the ability to collaborate with local units of government, nonprofit organizations, and institutions of higher education to effectively advocate in a transparent fashion for these eligible projects. I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues in the House and Senate to see that this appropriations package and all of the appropriations measures are completed as soon as possible so that we can continue our Constitutional work to fund the government and advance the needs of our districts.\u201d\n\nCongressman Mrvan\u2019s requests included in the House-approved appropriations package are specified below.\n\n$4,500,000 \u2013 Calumet Region Environmental Infrastructure\n\nFunding will assist with environmental infrastructure improvements to address critical water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater sewer infrastructure improvements designed to alleviate deteriorated conditions, increase the efficacy of existing systems, and improve water quality impacts.\n\n$2,700,000 \u2013 Indiana Shoreline\n\nFunding will be provided to the USACE to assist with the shoreline restoration within the Indiana Dunes National Park near Mount Baldy in Michigan City, and protect this incredible economic asset and environmental resource for Northwest Indiana from erosion.\n\n$922,000 \u2013 Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor\n\nFunding allocated will allow the USACE-Chicago District to address the needs of Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor in Portage, Indiana and support operations and maintenance. Improvements made will support economic development within the City of Portage driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.\n\n$1,026,000 \u2013 Michigan City Harbor\n\nFunding allocated will allow the USACE-Chicago District to address the needs of Michigan City Harbor and support operations and maintenance. Improvements made will support economic development within the City of Michigan City driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.\n\n$4,000,000 \u2013 Gary/Chicago International Airport\n\nFunding will assist the Gary Chicago International Airport expand and construct a heavy cargo logistics apron for multiple users.\n\n$2,360,000 \u2013 Portage/Central Avenue\n\nFunding will assist the City of Portage to pursue additional phases of its Central Avenue Reconstruction Project.\n\n$750,000 \u2013 Fair Haven/Acquisition and Renovation\n\nFunding will assist Fair Haven in its efforts to provide safe and stable housing for adults who are fleeing or attempting to flee from dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking.\n\n$310,000 \u2013 Opportunity Enterprises\n\nFunding will assist Opportunity Enterprises to acquire equipment and technology to enhance the quality of services provided through the Lakeside Respite Center, improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families.\n\n$1,525,000 \u2013 Paladin\n\nFunding will assist Paladin with the rehabilitation and repurposing of its facility, including accessibility alterations, modernization of classrooms to provide appropriate engagement activities to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ADA updates and sensory-friendly spaces to support the community.\n\nFor additional information on Congressman Mrvan\u2019s FY 2023 Community Project Funding requests, click here.\n\nFor additional information from the House Appropriations Committee, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-calls-un-ships-be-deployed-black-sea", "Spartz Calls for UN ships to be Deployed to the Black Sea", "2022-07-29", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz sent a letter today to Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres, writing that the UN has failed to respond effectively to the largest armed aggression since World War II.\n\nIn the letter, Rep. Spartz urged Guterres to deploy UN ships to the Black Sea immediately to enforce humanitarian corridors. She also asked her Congressional colleagues to stop all funding to the UN until it can show real results.\n\n\u201cI am very disappointed with the lack of active UN leadership to stabilize the situation in Ukraine and restore international order,\u201d Rep. Spartz said, calling the recent \"grain deal\" the UN's latest failure to lead.\n\nHours after the grain deal was reached, Spartz pointed out, Russian forces hit Odessa with cruise missiles.\n\n\"This reaffirms again that Russia cannot be trusted and effectively negates this agreement,\u201d Rep. Spartz wrote in the letter, adding that the agreement should be \u201cput on hold until better security arrangements are provided for Ukraine.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-carson-announces-justice-for-shireen-act", "Rep. Carson Announces Justice For Shireen Act", "2022-07-28", "2022", "2022-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07), spoke today at a press conference at the U.S. Capitol announcing his Justice For Shireen Act, where he was joined by the family members of slain American journalist, Shireen Abu Akleh. Congressman Carson made the following statement:\n\n\"I want to start by giving my condolences to the Abu Akleh family. I continue to mourn the loss of this great journalist and fellow American, who was killed while on assignment. I believe this was also an attack on the free press, which is vitally important to our society. We need answers to hold the perpetrators fully accountable.\n\nFrom day one, Israel has denied responsibility for Shireen's murder. Israel has shown a lack of reverence for her life, and disrespect towards her home country, the US, as well as journalists across the world who risk their lives to bring us the news. This makes it imperative for our government to conduct our own investigating\n\nShireen needs justice. Every American killed abroad is entitled to our protection. Every human killed, American or not, deserves justice. We all want answers. We need to ensure these answers are accurate, that they are transparent, and that they are timely.\n\nIt has been two months since Shireen's death and we have yet to hold the perpetuators accountable. The State Department released statements of the summation of the Israeli and Palestinian Authority investigations, but this is not enough, nor is it what our request has been from the beginning.\n\nTo get justice and accountability, the first step is a US led investigation that is transparent, open and timely. Since Shireen's death, I led a letter calling for this investigation alongside 57 other Members of Congress. This is also an urgent issue in the Senate, where 24 Senators also requested a US investigation. We still await a substantive response to these requests.\n\nI recently introduced an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, which mirrored language that previously passed the House and Senate requiring a report investigating Jamal Khashoggi's killing. Unfortunately, our amendment for Shireen wasn't made in order by the House Rules Committee.\n\nBut we can't stop there. That's why I am introducing the Justice for Shireen Act. This stand-alone bill requires a report on Shireen's death by the Department of State and FBI, in consultation with the Department of Defense and National Director of Intelligence. This is a bare minimum of what she deserves - the truth. We need an unbiased, open and transparent investigation, so we can hold those responsible accountable.\n\nI urge my colleagues to see this as a free press issue. To put aside Israel and Palestine politics and see this for what it is: an attack on independent reporting and the killing of our citizen. I urge my colleagues to join me as original cosponsors of this important legislation as we work with the family and advocates around the country to build up strong support for the Justice for Shireen Act.\n\nBecause attacks on journalist are increasing, I am also working to introduce another bill this Congress, the Justice for Journalists Act, to require relevant agencies to report on the death of all American Journalists killed in the line of duty. This fight for answers is unacceptable. Everyone deserves Justice, including Shireen.\n\nI want to close by reiterating my thanks and appreciation to the Abu Akleh family for being here with us today and making sure no other family has to experience the tragedy they've endured.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-supports-historic-investment-domestic-semiconductor-manufacturing", "Mrvan Supports Historic Investment in Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing", "2022-07-28", "2022", "2022-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan and the House approved the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act by a vote of 243 to 187.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cThis legislation takes historic action to address supply chain vulnerabilities, increase the production of American-made semiconductors, and protect our national security through American innovation. I thank my Senate colleague from Indiana, Senator Todd Young, for his steadfast leadership on this initiative. Together, we can continue to build on this achievement to make the investments that are necessary for our workforce and to enhance our domestic manufacturing capabilities, as well as improve our trade laws, so that all American workers can thrive and compete on a level playing field.\u201d\n\nTo view Congressman Mrvan\u2019s remarks on the House floor during the debate on this legislation, click here.\n\nPreviously, on July 27, 2022, the Senate approved this measure by a vote of 64 to 33. The measure will now be sent to President Biden to be signed into law.\n\nIn general, the CHIPS and Science Act provides $54 billion to assist with the building and equipping of chip plants in the United States and supports domestic chip research and development.\n\nAccording to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, only 12 percent of semiconductor chips are currently being manufactured domestically, down from 37 percent in the 1990s, and many foreign competitors are investing heavily to dominate this critical national security industry. In addition to improving our economic growth and national security, this legislation will aim to lower costs for American consumers by helping end the shortage of chips that have contributed to increasing costs of various consumer goods and cars.\n\nFor additional information on this legislation from the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=260", "Baird Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act Passes the House", "2022-07-27", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) announced that his bill, the Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act, passed the U.S. House of Representatives.\n\n\u201cAs a PhD scientist, I know how critical STEM education is to maintaining America\u2019s competitive edge, yet many students lack proficiency and confidence in their mathematical and statistical problem-solving skills,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cMy bipartisan bill adapts our educational model to help students confidently integrate data in their everyday lives by offering teachers the support they need to develop modern, relevant curricula. I\u2019m proud to lead this effort to secure American innovation and empower future generations as they enter the workforce.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nH.R. 3588 authorizes funds appropriated to the National Science Foundation (NSF) $10 million for each of the fiscal years 2022-2026. This authorization directs the NSF to offer competitive grants to institutions of higher education, local education agencies, and nonprofits for research and development that can improve mathematical and statistical modeling education and meet the future demand for these skills. This bill authorizes no new spending.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-president-biden-has-duty-lead-stakes-ukraine-are-too-high", "Spartz: President Biden has a Duty to Lead - the Stakes in Ukraine are Too High", "2022-07-26", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Spartz sent a letter to President Biden to bring attention to recent developments in Ukraine, including additional concerns surrounding Ukrainian President Zelensky's Chief of Staff, Andriy Yermak. Congresswoman Spartz urged the Biden Administration to establish a Joint Task Force within the Department of Defense to implement a coherent strategy, proper oversight of critical infrastructure, and streamlined logistics of lethal aid.\n\nThis letter is a follow up to Congresswoman Spartz's letter to the Biden Administration on July 8, where she requested the Biden Administration brief Congress on Andriy Yermak, Ukrainian President Zelensky's Chief of Staff.\n\nThe lack of appointment of an anti-corruption prosecutor, concerns raised by our military personnel and defense contractors, as well as some NATO allies, raise national security concerns and require proper attention from the Biden Administration.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congress-must-grow-backbone-and-president-zelensky-must-explain-mr-yermaks", "Congress Must Grow a Backbone and President Zelensky Must Explain Mr. Yermak\u2019s Undemocratic Governance", "2022-07-22", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - President Biden\u2019s approval rating has now fallen to 31%, but Congress refuses to reflect about our own institution. The approval rating for the U.S. Congress has fallen now to 16%, with an 82% disapproval rating. Let\u2019s think about this for a second \u2013 over 80% of Americans disapprove of the job Congress is doing. In fact, over the last decade, our job approval rating has never risen above the low 30\u2019s.\n\nIf Congress wants to build back its trust with the American people, we could use Ukraine as an example to strengthen that trust. Resolving the situation in Ukraine is in our national interest, but it cannot be done without proper leadership from the United States, or Ukraine will be turned into another Afghanistan. The only difference is that only Ukrainians are feeling the real pain so far where just their children are coming home in caskets by the thousands, but it might be just for now.\n\nWe know that results cannot be achieved without proper accountability. The following would help to stop this war in Ukraine and restore international order:\n\n1. Congress must hold the Biden Administration accountable and be transparent with the American people. Nothing should preclude the Administration from publishing which agencies and officials within them are in charge of the funds, including amounts. They should also list amounts and all entities receiving these funds.\n\n2. Congress should request streamlined logistics and oversight of lethal aid, as well as a joint task force to set up proper strategy \u2013 instead of ad-hoc procedures. The United States is sending serious weapons like javelins and stingers to a country with real threats of sabotage. Knowing this, why do we continue to leave our weapons at the border with Poland, not verifying they\u2019ll be delivered as intended? Better oversight of logistics will mitigate risks and also improve the speed of delivery of much-needed weapons to the Ukrainian frontlines. Actually, a current lack of these processes is what is contributing to delays \u2013 I have seen it firsthand.\n\n3. President Zelensky should provide answers to the Ukrainian people as to why Andriy Yermak is creating a per se dictatorship under the disguise of the ongoing war. Is this what the Ukrainian people have been fighting for? Yermak has effectively taken control of all institutions and is threatening anyone speaking out against the government with criminal cases and jail as well as using his government powers to eliminate political opponents. I have heard many of these concerns in the US, Europe and Ukraine before but recently experienced them firsthand. It\u2019s one thing for them to smear me on their government-controlled TV channels - not the first time for me as a politician \u2013 but they have not stopped there. They decided now to attack people who were just \u201clucky enough\u201d to meet with me at some point and are not their political puppets.\n\nUnder our recent pressure, Kyiv finally proceeded with an anticorruption prosecutor, which they have been stalling for almost two years. Although to compensate for this, Mr. Yermak is removing people who are not 100% compliant to him and could sabotage the prosecutor\u2019s effectiveness.\n\nWhether the actions of Mr. Yermak are politically motivated, mercantile, or pro-Russian - it does not matter - they are a threat to the national security of Ukraine and our efforts there. President Zelensky must provide answers to Congress if he wants the American people to trust and support. I do not understand this notion that President Zelensky cannot be questioned. All leaders and presidents must be questioned - whether it\u2019s Biden, Zelensky or Putin. Otherwise, we create an opportunity for dictatorship. As Thomas Paine once said: \u201cA body of men holding themselves accountable to nobody ought not to be trusted by anybody.\u201d\n\nI continue to be attacked by foreign policy establishment elites, but all it takes is one look at their track record to see what \u201csuccesses\u201d they have achieved for the American people and the world \u2013 Afghanistan, Syria, China, Russia, Iran, Ukraine, Belarus, Georgia? \u2013 and the list goes on.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-testifies-itc-section-232-steel-tariffs", "Mrvan Testifies to ITC on Section 232 Steel Tariffs", "2022-07-21", "2022", "2022-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan testified before the International Trade Commission (ITC) during their hearing on the economic impact of section 232 steel tariffs.\n\nA video of his testimony is available here and the text of his statement as prepared for delivery is below.\n\n\"Good morning Chairman Johanson and all of the Commissioners. Thank you for allowing me to testify today during this hearing for your important fact finding investigation regarding the impact of the Section 232 steel tariffs.\n\n\"As you know, Northwest Indiana is home to an incredible steel and manufacturing industry and workforce. The success of the domestic steel industry is critical to the livelihoods of individuals, families, and communities in the First Congressional District of Indiana and also to our national security and communities throughout the country.\n\n\"As the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, we have been active in taking every opportunity to express our support for the value of section 232 tariffs. One of our first actions was sending a letter in February of 2021 with over fifty signatures from Members of the Steel Caucus to the administration expressing support for the continuation of these tariffs.\n\n\"And just yesterday, we held a Congressional Steel Caucus hearing on the state of the steel industry, which included witnesses from the domestic steel industry. Notably, these tariffs were a key part of the discussion.\n\n\"Tom Conway, President of the United Steelworkers, stated how these tariffs, \u201cwhen combined with effective dumping and countervailing duty laws and relief measures, have proven effective at keeping global excess steel capacity at bay.\u201d He also stated that \u201cthe OECD indicates that excess capacity, which stood at 544 million tons in 2021, has remained at persistently elevated levels since 2018.\u201d\n\n\"Rich Freuhauf from U.S. Steel stated that \u201cstrong trade enforcement and continuation of the Section 232 national security action on steel imports is critical.\u201d\n\n\"Anthony Frabotta from Zekelman Industries and representing the Committee on Pipe and Tube Imports stated that the Section 232 steel tariffs have \u201cworked to reduce the number of unfairly traded imports into the United States,\u201d and that the \u201cindustry firmly supports the continuation of the Section 232 program.\u201d\n\n\"As we move forward, we must continue to work to ensure that the American steel industry can compete on a level playing field so that our innovative companies and skilled workforce can remain the foundation of our national economy and our national security.\n\n\"Thank you again for the opportunity to testify and for your daily public service to fully and fairly enforce our trade laws.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-congressional-steel-caucus-hearing-state-steel-industry", "Mrvan Statement at Congressional Steel Caucus Hearing on the State of the Steel Industry", "2022-07-20", "2022", "2022-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, convened a hearing on the state of the steel industry.\n\nA video of the hearing is available here, the text of the Congressman\u2019s opening statement as prepared for delivery is below, followed by the names and testimony of the witnesses representing the domestic steel industry, including representatives from the United Steelworkers, Cleveland Cliffs, and U.S. Steel.\n\nOpening statement from Congressman Mrvan:\n\n\"Good morning, and welcome everyone to this Congressional Steel Caucus hearing on the State of the Steel industry.\n\n\"I first want to thank my fellow Steel Caucus leaders, Co-Chairman Lamb, Co-Vice Chairman Bost, and Co-Vice Chairman Crawford, for your partnership to hold today\u2019s hearing and for your leadership and collaboration for all of our initiatives in the 117th Congress to advocate for the American steel industry and its incredible workforce.\n\n\"I also want to thank all of the witnesses here today for your participation and for your dedication to supporting our workers, our manufacturing base, and the strength of our national economy and our national security.\n\n\"I also want to express my appreciation at the beginning to my friend and predecessor Congressman Pete Visclosky. I remain grateful every day for the example that Congressman Visclosky provided to me and all public servants for how to build bipartisan coalitions to advocate for members of the United Steelworkers, the building and construction trades, and all steel and manufacturing companies and industry members to grow our economy and support jobs for the benefit of everyone.\n\n\"It is a great honor for me to both follow his example as the Representative for the First District of Indiana, and also be a Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus. As most of you know, Indiana\u2019s First Congressional District is home to an incredible manufacturing and steel workforce, and the livelihoods of steelworkers and their families is dependent upon a thriving steel industry and the full and fair enforcement of our U.S. trade laws.\n\n\"I am proud that one of my formative votes in the 117th Congress was for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which included expanded and strengthened Buy America requirements. I also am grateful to have advocated with my fellow Steel Caucus leaders and Members for the value and continuation of the Section 232 steel tariffs, and also expressed support through the Appropriations Committee for adequate funding for the International Trade Administration in the Department of Commerce and the International Trade Commission. I also am proud to have testified before the International Trade Commission on five different occasions during my first term in Congress, and I look forward to being in front of them again tomorrow. All of these initiatives would not be possible without the support and advocacy of my fellow Steel Caucus leaders, members, industry, and members of organized labor and the United Steelworkers.\n\n\"As we move forward, I look forward to our continued partnership and standing together with you to advocate for the success of the American steel industry and our workers. Thank you again for taking the time to be here in person to participate in this important hearing. I look forward to all of your testimonies and the discussion.\"\n\nWitness list and testimony:\n\nTom Conway, International President of United Steelworkers (USW), click here.\n\nLourenco Goncalves, Chairman, President and CEO of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., click here.\n\nRichard Fruehauf, Senior Vice President of U.S. Steel Corporation, click here.\n\nAl Behr, Executive Vice President of Nucor Corporation, click here.\n\nAnthony Frabotta, Executive Vice President of Zekelman Industries, click here.\n\nTracy Porter, Executive Vice President of Commercial Metals Company, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=259", "House Passes Baird and Panetta Bipartisan Amendment to Promote Biotech Innovation", "2022-07-19", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) and Congressman Jimmy Panetta (CA-20) introduced an amendment to the Agriculture, Rural Development, and FDA appropriations bill that directs the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to modernize its regulatory process for new products produced through techniques like gene editing.\n\n\u201cAs America\u2019s researchers continue to develop innovative products, it\u2019s critical that they have a clear, coordinated, and predictable pathway to the marketplace,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cI\u2019m proud to work with Congressman Panetta to modernize the FDA\u2019s existing regulatory process so that onerous red tape does not stifle innovation, particularly at this time of high food prices.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe FDA has stalled on issuing plant gene editing guidance for too long, creating uncertainty for a promising industry that bolsters food security and reduces waste,\u201d said Congressman Panetta. \u201cMy bipartisan amendment with Rep. Baird will equip the FDA with the resources and staff they need to modernize its plant biotech consultation program. These technologies can be used to develop drought and climate change resilient crops that stay fresh longer, meriting this federal investment in the 2023 appropriations package.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nNew gene editing technologies have the potential to help food producers mitigate climate change, reduce risks of food allergies, and minimize food waste, but regulatory uncertainty has created a challenging environment for producers of these new technologies. This amendment provides direction to the FDA to help conduct a review and update of its regulatory pathways for biotechnology products. It emphasizes the importance of the FDA hiring additional staff to support the issuance guidance for industry on foods derived from plants produced using genome editing and to modernize and improve timelines and predictability of the Plant Biotechnology Consultation Program.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-carson-applauds-passage-of-ndaa-which-includes-his-amendment-to-fight-0", "Rep. Carson Applauds Passage of NDAA, Which Includes His Amendment to Fight Pancreatic Cancer and the Duck Boat Safety Improvement Act", "2022-07-15", "2022", "2022-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07), applauded the House's passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2023. The NDAA is a sweeping bill that each year authorizes our nation's annual spending and policies for America's armed forces. In light of the growing strategic challenge posed by the People's Republic of China \u2013 and in the aftermath of Vladimir Putin's unlawful invasion of Ukraine \u2013 the FY23 NDAA equips the Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. military with the right resources and authorities to meet the greatest threats to the United States and our common defense. \"I am incredibly pleased that the House has passed this year's NDAA, which is vital for the continued strength of our military and the well-being of our service members and military families.\" said Congressman Carson.\n\nAmong the many provisions in this legislation is a bipartisan amendment introduced by Rep. Carson aimed at fighting pancreatic cancer. The amendment increases pancreatic cancer research funding at the Department of Defense's Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) by $5 million in funding for an early detection initiative (EDI). Some of America's most important medical research is led by the Defense Department so these funds will help save lives. \"I am also honored that this year's legislation builds on my ongoing efforts to fight pancreatic cancer\" said Congressman Carson.\n\nThe NDAA also includes the Coast Guard Reauthorization Act, which contains legislation authored by Congressman Carson to make Duck Boats safer\u2014the Duck Boat Safety Act. Duck Boats are a type of amphibious passenger vehicle popular with tourists; they can travel on roadways and on water. The legislation would enact recommendations from the National Transportation Safety Board to make the vehicles safer.\n\n\"The NDAA also includes provisions to make Duck Boats safer and honor the memory of the Coleman family from Indianapolis, as well as all who have died in Duck Boat accidents.\" Congressman Carson reminded everyone that this major safety problem hit close to home when nine members of the Coleman family from Indianapolis were killed in a Duck Boat accident in 2018 on Table Rock Lake in Branson, Missouri. Only Tia Coleman and her nephew, Donovan, survived. In total, 17 of the 31 passengers on the boat were killed. Since then, Tia Coleman has become an advocate for greater Duck Boat safety.\n\nThe NDAA also includes many other key provisions, including:\n\nAuthorizing support for a 4.6% pay increase for service members and civilian personnel, 2.4% inflation bonuses for service members earning less than $45,000 annually and a $15/hour wage for workers on federal service and construction contracts.\n\nSupports HBCUs and other minority institutions in allocating over $111 million for research activities at HBCUs and establishes a pilot program to increase research capacity at minority serving institutions.\n\nSpousal change of service station reimbursement: Authorizes financial reimbursement for moving expenses for spouses with home businesses.\n\nExtends the authorization of the Afghan Special Immigrant Visas (SIV) program, the deadline for those who qualify to apply for SIVs, and allows those Afghans wounded during their service to the U.S. government to apply for the SIV program even if they have not met the one-year minimum employment threshold. This provision reaffirms the commitment to Afghan citizens who, at great personal risk, supported U.S. operations in Afghanistan.\n\nUnfortunately, the NDAA did not include Congressman Carson's provisions requiring an investigation into the death of American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. The amendment submitted for the NDAA and built upon Carson's earlier efforts to get to the truth of what happened to Shireen Abu Akleh when he led 58 other Members of Congress in writing to the State Department and the FBI in May. \"The killing of American journalist, Shireen Abu Akleh, was not only a tragedy; it was an affront to a free press, journalists around the world, and to all Americans. I was proud to lead the NDAA Amendment calling for an open, transparent, investigation to be led by her home country, the United States and am disappointed that this legislation was not included in the NDAA\" said Congressman Carson. \"I will continue to pursue additional legislative options to investigate her death.\"\n\nCongressman concluded \"Now that the House has passed the NDAA which provides legislation for our national security, safety, and well-being at home and around the world, including my legislation for pancreatic cancer research and Duck Boat safety recommendations, I urge the Senate to also vote in favor of this legislation and quickly get this signed into law by the president.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-leads-letter-support-child-sexual-abuse-prevention", "Mrvan Leads Letter in Support Child Sexual Abuse Prevention", "2022-07-15", "2022", "2022-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, announced his initiative to lead a letter to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, in support of child sexual abuse prevention research activities.\n\nSpecifically, 30 other Members of Congress joined Rep. Mrvan in expressing support for child sexual abuse prevention research activities under the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Injury Prevention and Control in Fiscal Year 2023.\n\nOn June 30, 2022, the House Appropriations Committee approved this Fiscal Year 2023 Appropriations Act, which included $3 million for these research activities, which is an increase of $1 million over the enacted Fiscal Year 2022 funding level. The Committee report includes language that recognizes the severe and often life-long physical, cognitive and emotional impact of child sexual abuse, and notes that the CDC\u2019s child sexual abuse prevention research includes opportunities to improve surveillance systems and data collection, and increase the understanding of risk and protective factors, and develop and disseminate effective prevention efforts. The measure is now submitted to the full House for consideration.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cThroughout my career, it has been a top priority of mine to protect the most vulnerable in our communities, including children impacted from sexual abuse. I appreciate the collaboration from my colleagues and support from the members of the House Appropriations Committee. I look forward to continuing to work with all of them and members of the Administration to ensure that all children can thrive in a safe and healthy environment.\u201d\n\nA video of the Congressman\u2019s remarks on the House floor on this topic is available here.\n\nThe full text of the letter is available below and a pdf is available here:\n\nDocument\n\nLetter to House Appropriations Subcommittee.pdf (975.7 KB)\n\nDear Chairwoman DeLauro and Ranking Member Cole:\n\nWe are writing to express our support for critically important child sexual abuse prevention research funding in the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education appropriations bill. Additionally, we are encouraged by and would like to thank you for your continued investment in protecting our vulnerable populations from sexual abuse. As you consider priorities for the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Subcommittee, we urge you to appropriate $10 million to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Injury Prevention and Control for child sexual abuse prevention research activities in Fiscal Year 2023.\n\nThe CDC estimates that 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 13 boys will become victims of child sexual abuse, an adverse childhood experience that can impact how they think, feel, and act over their lifetime. Child sexual abuse is associated with long-term physical and mental health issues. A 2018 study estimated that the lifetime economic burden of CSA in the United States was at least $9.3 billion in 2015; however, because child sexual abuse is underreported, this is likely an underestimate. Additionally, another newly published study found that the United States spends approximately $5.4 billion each year to incarcerate people for sex crimes against children, including $508 million annually on federal prisoners in 2021. In 2021, Congress appropriated $1.5 million for child sexual abuse prevention research. That means for every federal dollar spent on research, the United States spent about $2982 on punishment. Child sexual abuse is indisputably a criminal justice problem as well as a public health problem. Despite the wide-ranging impact of child sexual abuse, there are currently very few scientifically validated prevention interventions. In order to successfully combat child sexual abuse, additional resources to provide evidence-based, proactive intervention remain crucial. Moreover, increased investment in prevention will help ensure the responsibility to stop or report abuse does not rest with children. In the absence of validated prevention efforts, organizations and individuals that work with children developed and implemented idiosyncratic and untested prevention efforts.\n\nThe COVID-19 pandemic has also clarified just how vulnerable we are without effective prevention programming. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children reported a nearly 100% increase in online enticement reports and a 63% increase in CyberTipline reports between January and September 2020, compared to the same months in 2019. Likewise, INTERPOL reported increased consumption of child sexual exploitation and abuse materials among several member countries during the pandemic. In addition to increased online offending, data from US and UK Stop It Now! helplines indicate a surge in requests for help by stepfathers with sexual thoughts about their stepdaughters. These increases are likely due to steep pandemic related job losses and work-from-home/learn-from-home policies that leave at-risk men who were previously managing their urges with too much time, too much access to children, and too little structure. We can anticipate that risk for online and intra-familial offending will remain high until pre-pandemic employment levels are regained, a process that could take years.\n\nIn FY 2020, $1 million was allocated to the CDC\u2019s Division of Violence Prevention, which funded two grants to study perpetration prevention. In FY 2021, the program received an increase to $1.5 million, and an increase to $2 million in FY 2022. This early funding is much appreciated; however, achieving prevention at a large scale will require a significant increase in federal investment, not just incremental increases year over year. We must take continued action to ensure the health and safety of children who remain at risk of experiencing sexual abuse. While this issue is largely preventable, regrettably there are substantial gaps in proactively keeping children from harm. A CDC report on the current state of child sexual abuse prevention outlined several serious but addressable gaps in existing research efforts, including:\n\nInadequate information on the scope of child sexual abuse victimization and perpetration. Prevalence estimates provide essential information about where, when, and whom prevention efforts should target, yet there are currently no high-quality perpetration prevalence estimates in the US or elsewhere.\n\nIncomplete understanding of factors that lead to child sexual abuse perpetration. Studies that follow large samples of at-risk individuals over time are needed to identify risk factors that promote offending, as well as protective factors that inhibit offending.\n\nAbsence of validated prevention strategies. There is an unmet need to develop, validate, and disseminate effective prevention programs and to ensure that evidence-based interventions make it into the hands of parents, educators, youth-serving organizations, and other stakeholders dedicated to keeping children safe from sexual abuse.\n\nTo address these gaps and to keep children safe, we respectfully request that you include $10 million for research on the primary prevention of child sexual abuse at the CDC in FY 2023, which is vital to protecting children and their quality of life.\n\nThank you for your support of this initiative.\n\nSincerely,\n\nRep. Frank J. Mrvan\n\nRep. Alma S. Adams, Ph.D.\n\nRep. Karen Bass\n\nRep. Earl Blumenauer\n\nRep. Lisa Blunt Rochester\n\nRep. Anthony G. Brown\n\nRep. Jamaal Bowman, Ed.D.\n\nRep. G. K. Butterfield\n\nRep. Andr\u00e9 Carson\n\nRep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick\n\nRep. Emanuel Cleaver II\n\nRep. Joe Courtney\n\nRep. Danny K. Davis\n\nRep. Anna G. Eshoo\n\nRep. Al Green\n\nRep. Ra\u00fal M. Grijalva\n\nRep. Josh Gottheimer\n\nRep. Jahana Hayes\n\nRep. Steven Horsford\n\nRep. Sheila Jackson Lee\n\nRep. Pramila Jayapal\n\nRep. Carolyn B. Maloney\n\nRep. Lucy McBath\n\nRep. Ann McLane Kuster\n\nRep. Jerrold Nadler\n\nRep. Jimmy Panetta\n\nRep. Bobby L. Rush\n\nRep. Terri A. Sewell\n\nRep. Abigail Davis Spanberger\n\nRep. Jackie Speier\n\nRep. Thomas R. Suozzi", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congress-must-be-proactive-implement-proper-oversight-and-joint-task-force", "Congress Must Be Proactive: Implement Proper Oversight and Joint Task Force for Ukraine", "2022-07-14", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 It is appalling to me that some are now suggesting that support for oversight of over $50 billion in aid to Europe \u2013 not all which is committed directly to Ukraine \u2013 is somehow \u201cpro-Kremlin.\u201d On the contrary, lack of oversight only creates unnecessary risks that can be taken advantage of by our adversaries.\n\nI would go so far as to say that anyone saying accountability is not necessary is \"pro-Kremlin\" because the only side that benefits from weapons not ending up in the right hands is the Russian side. Whether it's Ukrainians dying on the battlefield because they run out of ammunition, or false flag attacks using U.S. weapons, only Russia wins when America doesn't know where its taxpayer-funded support goes.\n\nProper oversight and streamlined logistic processes will have the following key benefits to Ukraine and the United States:\n\nProvide assurances for American taxpayers, so our electorate will continue to support aid to Ukraine.\n\nImprove efficiency and speed of delivery of aid to the frontline.\n\nMitigate risks of sabotage by countries like Russia, China, Iran, or others.\n\nThese benefits are clear. I am not sure why any of my colleagues would think that Congress being proactive \u2013 so we do not have to go searching for our weapons in Syria or Mexico \u2013 is somehow a bad idea, considering our increased level of delivery of advanced systems overseas.\n\nUkraine aid appropriated to date:\n\nMarch 2022 $13.6 billion package\n\nEarmarked directly for Ukraine:\n\n$2.9B in direct military aid\n\n$100M in food assistance\n\n$30M to integrate Ukraine\u2019s electricity grid with Europe\u2019s\n\nOther:\n\n$4.2B \u2013 Food, healthcare, and humanitarian aid to Ukraine, surrounding countries, and displaced Ukrainian refugees\n\n$3B \u2013 U.S. military operations in Europe\n\n$1.2M \u2013 State Department \u201cAssistance to Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia\u201d\n\n$650M \u2013 Foreign Military Financing for Ukraine and surrounding countries\n\n$647M \u2013 Economic Support Fund for Ukraine and surrounding countries\n\n$550M \u2013 Replenish depleted U.S. arms stocks\n\n$175M \u2013 Sanctions and law enforcement\n\n$125M \u2013 U.S. diplomatic activity in Ukraine\n\nMay 2022 $40 billion package\n\nEarmarked directly for Ukraine:\n\n$8.75B \u2013 Economic support for the Ukrainian government\n\n$6B \u2013 Arms, supplies, training, and logistics support for the Ukrainian military\n\nOther:\n\n$10B \u2013 Replenish and boost depleted U.S. arms stocks\n\n$4B \u2013 U.S. military operations in Europe\n\n$5B \u2013 Humanitarian assistance to Ukraine and other countries affected by Russia\u2019s invasion (food, shelter, other forms of assistance) via NGOs, administered by USAID\n\n$4B \u2013 Foreign Military Financing (FMF) for the Ukraine and surrounding countries\n\n$1B \u2013 Refugee support for Ukrainians in the United States\n\n$650M \u2013 European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program\n\n$120M \u2013 Law and sanctions enforcement\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-affordability-subcommittee-releases-solutions-improve-health-care-value", "Spartz: Affordability Subcommittee Releases Solutions to Improve Health Care Value", "2022-07-14", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\u201cImproving health care value is a national security issue\u201d said Congresswoman Spartz. \u201cI appreciate the work of my colleagues to develop real policy solutions and deliver results on this important issue for all Americans.\u201d\n\n\u201cOur subcommittee is proud to present this plan to make health care more affordable by improving health care options for workers and small business owners, improving innovation and transparency, and lowering costs by increasing competition,\u201d said Rep. Kevin Hern, Chairman of the Affordability Subcommittee.\n\n\u201cWhen health care decisions are made by bureaucrats in Washington, the result is a top-down, one-size-fits-all system that never works,\u201d said Congressman Rick Allen. \u201cWe want all Americans to have a high-quality, affordable, and personalized approach to their health. To do that, we must remove the barriers that prevent employers from banding together to help their workers get the most out of their benefits.\u201d\n\nOverview of solutions:\n\nImprove workers\u2019 ability to control and afford their health care, and improve small business owners\u2019 ability to provide health insurance at a low cost and high value for employees\n\nPromote innovation and transparency to empower patients and to provide more affordable options\n\nLower costs and increase choices by fostering competition and targeting incentives that drive consolidation and limit competition\n\nClick HERE for a more detailed one pager.\n\nHouse Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy created the 17-member Healthy Future Task Force to develop solutions to modernize the American health care system to lower costs, keep Americans healthy, develop better therapies and cures, and provide Americans with more choices. The Affordability Subcommittee is one of five subcommittees part of the Healthy Future Task Force, which also includes the Treatment Subcommittee, Security Subcommittee, Modernization Subcommittee, and Doctor/Patient Relationship Subcommittee.\n\nClick HERE to view the Modernization Subcommittee solutions.\n\nClick HERE to view the Treatment Subcommittee solutions.\n\nClick HERE to view the Security Subcommittee solutions.\n\nClick HERE to view the Doctor-Patient Relationship solutions.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:49:02Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-announces-additional-grant-award-university-st-francis-crown-point", "Mrvan Announces Additional Grant Award for University of St. Francis in Crown Point", "2022-07-12", "2022", "2022-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced that the University of Saint Francis Crown Point campus has received an additional grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) under the Department of Commerce.\n\nThe $385,129 grant award will be used to purchase medical training simulation equipment and expand the campus\u2019s capacity to train medical professionals. According to the EDA, the training equipment will provide value to all levels of trainees, and the expanded training programs will be a source for future healthcare workers that are necessary for economic recovery and resilience.\n\nAdditionally, this funding is provided under allocations from the American Rescue Plan, which Congressman Mrvan supported in order to deliver critical relief to workers and ensure that Northwest Indiana communities can get past the COVID-19 health pandemic.\n\nFurther, this funding also builds upon a Community Funding Project that Congressman Mrvan requested and successfully secured in Fiscal Year 2022. Specifically, Rep. Mrvan secured $225,000 to support University of Saint Francis Crown Point Campus in their efforts to acquire lab equipment and supplies to expand the new Nursing Simulation Lab and Ultrasound Lab facility.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cI am grateful for the incredible services that the University of Saint Francis Crown Point campus provides for our region\u2019s health and workforce. Congratulations to all of the leaders for your initiative and ability to utilize this federal resource. I look forward to continuing to support your invaluable work that provides individuals with world-class training and life-long career skills to thrive in the healthcare field during this critical time.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe University of Saint Francis Crown Point greatly appreciates the awarding of the American Rescue Plan Act grant as we continue to prepare our outstanding students to excel and to serve the northwest Indiana healthcare community. We\u2019re very grateful for Rep. Mrvan\u2019s dedicated work in helping USF Crown Point receive this significant grant,\" University of Saint Francis President Rev. Dr. Eric Albert Zimmer said.\n\nFor more information on the EDA, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:20:25Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-kyiv-should-better-support-its-heroic-army-and-mr-yermak-should-resign", "Spartz: Kyiv Should Better Support its Heroic Army and Mr. Yermak Should Resign", "2022-07-11", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - We often say that freedom is not free, but how often do we think about what freedom really means? Growing up under a dictatorship, I place significant value on those who are willing to risk their lives for freedom. That is why our military and veterans will always be my number one priority.\n\nI have visited my native Ukraine six times since Russia\u2019s invasion began to gain a better understanding of the situation on the ground - from Lviv in the west, to Chernihiv in the north, to the front in the east, and to the ports of Odessa in the south - each time meeting with Ukrainian people and fighters in the trenches. I was inspired by the resolve and strength of the Ukrainian Armed Forces \u2013 they will never surrender.\n\nAlthough, I was disappointed to learn that instead of recognizing its military and launching an all-country effort to support it, Kyiv, with Andriy Yermak effectively at the helm, is playing politics. Also, Kyiv seems to have money for reconstruction efforts for nonessential infrastructure, but no money to support soldiers, like the long-promised housing for 2014 Anti-Terrorist Operation fighters from the occupied territories.\n\nUnfortunately, instead of addressing the concerns I raised last week, Mr. Yermak has launched a smear campaign against me. Many Americans and Europeans have had serious concerns with Mr. Yermak for a while. If Mr. Yermak was a statesman, as someone with an already questionable reputation, he would have resigned this winter after assuring the Ukrainian leadership that no attack by Russia was going to happen, which reduced Ukraine\u2019s preparedness. However, it is never too late to do the right thing.\n\nSince I outlined my concerns, I have been accused by Mr. Yermak\u2019s puppets of raising this issue for political benefit. Only those who do not understand American general election politics could make such a claim. There is no political benefit from this, but it is the right thing to do. After trying to resolve this issue internally for some time, I am raising it publicly out of major concern.\n\nMoreover, some have suggested that added oversight could delay the supply of weapons to the Ukrainian military. On the contrary, the current lack of oversight is a contributing factor to the delays, and proper oversight and logistics will only increase speed and efficiency.\n\nCongress and the American people are united behind Ukraine in opposing Putin\u2019s brutality. With our help, Ukraine will prevail.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:20:25Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-president-zelensky-must-address-yermak-issue", "Spartz: President Zelensky Must Address the Yermak Issue", "2022-07-09", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 I know that President Zelensky is fighting a dangerous war with a cunning enemy. He spends much of his time building international support to defend his country, but he has a lingering internal issue he needs to address \u2013 Head of the Office of the President, Andriy Yermak.\n\nI have spent much of my own time in Ukraine over the last three months \u2013 meeting with community and government leaders, fighters, and civilians alike. I believe Ukraine has the potential to be a powerhouse of democracy, an incubator of young talent, and a true ally to the United States in a region where such partnership is badly needed. And as someone who grew up in Ukraine under communist dictatorship, the best interest of all freedom-loving people will always be in my heart and actions.\n\nBased on the strong support I have been receiving from Americans, Ukrainians, and many people around the world, I understand why my comments struck a chord with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.\n\nI encourage the Ministry to consider my statement with the kind of seriousness these questions about Mr. Yermak demand, instead of launching ad hominem attacks as they have thus far. Ukrainians and Americans will be better served by our governments responding with due diligence \u2013 not defensive platitudes.\n\nI will list some of the serious allegations against Mr. Yermak and let him address them himself:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:20:25Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-requests-president-biden-brief-congress-andriy-yermak-president", "Spartz requests President Biden to brief Congress on Andriy Yermak, President Zelensky's Chief of Staff", "2022-07-08", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Spartz sent a letter to President Biden requesting a briefing on oversight procedures performed relating to President Zelensky's Chief of Staff, Andriy Yermak.\n\nBased on a variety of intelligence, actions taken by Mr. Yermak in Ukraine and his alleged dealings in connection with Russia, Congress needs to obtain this information urgently to confirm or deny various serious allegations. Considering our material involvement in this conflict, we owe this level of rigor and accountability to the American people as Ukraine urgently needs increased levels and speed of security assistance, which unfortunately have not been prioritized by the Biden Administration.\n\nAdditionally, Congresswoman Spartz brought President Biden's attention to the fact that Mr. Yermak appointed Mr. Oleg Tatarov as his deputy for law enforcement to combat corruption who instead, as well-known by President Biden, has been delaying the appointment of an independent anti-corruption prosecutor for over a year, rendering the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor\u2019s Office and the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) dysfunctional. Mr. Tatarov was under investigation by the NABU in 2020 before his appointment where his case was allegedly inappropriately transferred to a regular prosecutor and closed. Mr. Tatarov was also a top police official under former President Yanukovych prosecuting Euromaidan protestors.\n\nAs President Zelensky works very hard to build alliances with the west and our country, it is our responsibility to inform him if we might have any concerns with key people around him. This is also our obligation to the brave Ukrainian soldiers and strong Ukrainian people fighting this fight for freedom and international order for us all.\n\nClick here to read a redacted version of the letter.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:20:25Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-presidents-biden-and-zelensky-need-stop-playing-politics-peoples-lives", "Spartz: Presidents Biden and Zelensky need to stop playing politics with people's lives and Congress has to implement proper oversight in Ukraine", "2022-07-06", "2022", "2022-07", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 On July 2, 22 years ago, I immigrated to the United States after spending almost 22 years in Ukraine (13 of them under control of the Soviet Union). I was young, idealistic and inspired by the ideas of freedom. These ideas of freedom or more like erosion of freedoms has led me to become involved with politics.\n\nWhen I became a Congresswoman, I intentionally decided not to get involved with any international issues, including Ukraine, since I believed we had too many domestic issues shaking up our country from within. We still do, but when a major war in Ukraine broke out, I understood that I could be of significant value to my colleagues and our country.\n\nAs someone who learns everything from the ground, I spent some time around Europe including a number of visits to Ukraine. Therefore, my understanding of the situation in Ukraine is not from books and theories or surveillance reports and analytics, but from seeing and hearing what\u2019s actually happening with my own eyes. I will not go into many problems at this time and there are a plenty of them, but will just list three urgent action items needed to get the situation under control:\n\n1) President Biden has to stop playing politics, have a clear strategy and align security assistance with our strategy;\n\n2) President Zelensky has to stop playing politics and theater, and start governing to better support his military and local governments; and\n\n3) Congress has to establish proper oversight of critical infrastructure and delivery of weapons and aid.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:20:25Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/local-projects-included-house-representatives-appropriations-measures", "Local Projects Included in House of Representatives Appropriations Measures", "2022-07-01", "2022", "2022-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 House Appropriations Committee approved their Fiscal Year 2023 measures that include $22,308,000 in investments for economic and environmental projects across Northwest Indiana that were requested by Congressman Frank J. Mrvan. These projects were submitted in coordination with federal, state, and local units of government, nonprofit entities, as well as institutions of higher learning.\n\n\u201cI am grateful for the ability to advocate for the needs of Indiana\u2019s First Congressional District and deliver tangible projects that will have a positive impact for communities across our region,\u201d said Rep. Mrvan. \u201cThe inclusion of these projects in the Appropriations Committee is a reflection of my commitment to work to create good-paying jobs, invest in local law enforcement, and improve the quality of life for people in Northwest Indiana.\u201d\n\nCongressman Mrvan's requests included in the appropriations measures are specified below.\n\n$4,500,000 \u2013 Calumet Region\n\nFunding will assist with environmental infrastructure improvements to address critical water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater sewer infrastructure improvements designed to alleviate deteriorated conditions, increase the efficacy of existing systems, and improve water quality impacts.\n\n$2,700,000 \u2013 Indiana Shoreline\n\nFunding will be provided to the USACE to assist with the shoreline restoration within the Indiana Dunes National Park near Mount Baldy in Michigan City, and protect this incredible economic asset and environmental resource for Northwest Indiana from erosion.\n\n$922,000 \u2013 Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor\n\nFunding allocated will allow the USACE-Chicago District to address the needs of Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor in Portage, Indiana and support operations and maintenance. Improvements made will support economic development within the City of Portage driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.\n\n$1,026,000 \u2013 Michigan City Harbor\n\nFunding allocated will allow the USACE-Chicago District to address the needs of Michigan City Harbor and support operations and maintenance. Improvements made will support economic development within the City of Michigan City driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.\n\n$400,000 \u2013 Porter County Sheriff\n\nFunding will assist the Porter County Sheriff\u2019s office in its efforts to invest in equipment upgrades to increase and improve efficiencies in the apprehension of subjects, locate missing persons, and to reduce property crimes.\n\n$215,000 \u2013 Whiting Police Department\n\nFunding will assist the Whiting Police Department to obtain license plate readers to assist officers in their ability to protect the community.\n\n$1,000,000 \u2013 Gary Police Department\n\nFunding will assist the Gary Police Department to obtain body-worn and in-car cameras to assist officers in their ability to protect the community.\n\n$1,500,000 \u2013 St. Catherine Hospital\n\nFunding will assist St. Catherine Hospital pursue its Cardiovascular Catheterization Table Project. The advanced technology elevates the care and image quality the hospital provides for diagnostic and interventional heart and vascular procedures to residents in the community.\n\n$1,000,000 \u2013 Valparaiso University School of Nursing\n\nFunding will assist Valparaiso University College of Nursing and Health Professionals upgrade its Skills Lab and Simulation Modernization Project, which supports the effort to create a strong pool of trained medical technologists to serve the region\u2019s health needs while laying the foundation to address the greater health care professional shortage.\n\n$100,000 \u2013 United Way of LaPorte County\n\nFunding will allow United Way of Greater LaPorte County to initiate a Youth Mental Health-Substance Abuse Assessment, to better address unmet needs in the community.\n\n$4,000,000 \u2013 Gary Chicago International Airport\n\nFunding will assist the Gary Chicago International Airport expand and construct a heavy cargo logistics apron for multiple users.\n\n$2,360,000 \u2013 Portage/Central Avenue\n\nFunding will assist the City of Portage to pursue additional phases of its Central Avenue Reconstruction Project.\n\n$750,000 \u2013 Fair Haven/Acquisition and Renovation\n\nFunding will assist Fair Haven in its efforts to provide safe and stable housing for adults who are fleeing or attempting to flee from dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking.\n\n$310,000 \u2013 Opportunity Enterprises\n\nFunding will assist Opportunity Enterprises to acquire equipment and technology to enhance the quality of services provided through the Lakeside Respite Center, improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families.\n\n$1,525,000 \u2013 Paladin\n\nFunding will assist Paladin with the rehabilitation and repurposing of its facility, including accessibility alterations, modernization of classrooms to provide appropriate engagement activities to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ADA updates and sensory-friendly spaces to support the community.\n\nFor additional information on the appropriations measures, click here, and for additional information on Congressman Mrvan\u2019s requests, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:20:25Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-mrvan-delivers-over-40-million-infrastructure-investments-indiana-harbor", "Rep. Mrvan Delivers Over $40 Million in Infrastructure Investments at Indiana Harbor Confined Disposal Facility", "2022-06-29", "2022", "2022-06", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2013 Monday, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan joined Colonel Paul Culberson from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Superintendent Paul Labovitz from Indiana Dunes National Park, and Chief Operating Officer Andrea Hermer from the Ports of Indiana to announce $47,852,000 in Fiscal Year 2022 federal funding investments in Northwest Indiana. The announcement also includes $7,000,000 through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to support improvements at the Michigan City Harbor. The funding will be used for the dredging and maintenance in federal harbors to stabilize supply chains across the region, the construction of water-related infrastructure, and the restoration of critical natural areas along the lakeshore.\n\n\u201cI am grateful for the collaboration with local community partners to ensure Northwest Indiana can protect our national resources, enhance dredging in our harbors, and provide residents with improved sanitary and stormwater systems,\u201d said Rep. Mrvan. \u201cWhen we invest in our infrastructure at the local level, we have the ability to create good-paying jobs and economic opportunities throughout our region.\u201d\n\n\u201cThese projects take a team effort. And this team has included not only the Army Corps of Engineers, and the local leaders, but the efforts of our federal partners and the especially efforts of Congressman Mrvan and his staff. It has been a privilege to be a part of the team and projects that help spur economic activity and development in his district,\u201d said Col. Paul Culberson, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.\n\n\u201cThe collaboration inspired by the support brought here by Rep. Mrvan has enabled us to provide a top quality National Park experience to our millions of visitors. Indiana Dunes National Park is a critical part of the fabric of Northwest Indiana,\u201d said Superintendent Paul Labovitz, Indiana Dunes National Park.\n\nPorts of Indiana is extremely appreciative of Congressman Mrvan and the United States Corps of Engineers for the continued investment in our port. This helps fuel our success in the maritime industry and increase economic development for the state. Thanks to this collaboration, it's a win-win for all involved,\u201d said Chief Operating Officer Andrea Hermer, Ports of Indiana.\n\nFunding announcement includes:\n\n$18,395,000 \u2013 Confined Disposal Facility at Indiana Harbor to support construction of the Phase II \u2013 Perimeter Dikes and increase capacity to store dredged materials from Indiana Harbor\n\n$10,000,000 \u2013 Calumet Region Environmental Infrastructure to support the construction of water-related infrastructure\n\n$8,196,000 \u2013 Indiana Harbor to support operations and maintenance of existing structures at the CDF, including wildlife exclusion, air monitoring, groundwater gradient control system, and water treatment\n\n$7,000,000 \u2013 Michigan City Harbor to support repairs to the detached breakwater to include the east pier superstructure in around the lighthouse\n\n$2,700,000 \u2013 Indiana Shoreline to support sand nourishment activities at Mount Baldy, in the Indiana Dunes National Park\n\n$1,561,000 \u2013 Burns Waterway Harbor to support maintenance dredging in Burns Waterway Harbor to authorized navigable depths as well as structures inside the harbor", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:13:54Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=254", "Baird Celebrates Victory in Fight for the Unborn", "2022-06-24", "2022", "2022-06", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the Supreme Court\u2019s ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson Women\u2019s Health Organization:\n\n\u201cI have long believed that the Supreme Court\u2019s decision to claim authority over the rights of the unborn was one of the darkest moments in its history; today\u2019s decision represents not only a great victory in the fight to preserve life at every stage and for states\u2019 rights, but the opportunity to right a wrong,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cThe right to life is the cornerstone of American principles and now states will have the ability to protect life at every stage, restoring some balance to our federalist system. After nearly 50 years, we have finally corrected this stain on our nation\u2019s history, and I\u2019m proud to join the millions of Americans across the country in celebrating this monumental and well overdue decision.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:39:01Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=255", "Baird Releases Statement on the Safer Communities Act", "2022-06-24", "2022", "2022-06", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cIt is my sworn duty to protect our Constitutional rights and to consider policy to protect our communities, too,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \"Unfortunately, I don\u2019t believe this legislation would prevent future firearm-related tragedies like the ones we\u2019ve recently experienced, but I do believe it would infringe on law-abiding citizens\u2019 right to bear arms.\u201d\n\n\"As the Supreme Court reminded us this week, the \u2018right to bear arms\u2026is not a \u201csecond-class right, subject to an entirely different body of rules\u2026'\" I appreciate the improved mental health resources provided by this legislation to our schools and communities. However, I cannot support imposing a more cumbersome system on law-abiding citizens, particularly on adults under age 21, preventing them from exercising their Second Amendment rights.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:39:01Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-supreme-court-decision-overturn-roe-v-wade", "Mrvan Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade", "2022-06-24", "2022", "2022-06", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the following statement on the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.\n\n\u201cToday\u2019s lamentable decision by the Supreme Court reflects the very real consequences of our elections. The decision to become a parent is one of the most important decisions any person can make, and it should be made by women, their families, their faith, and medical professionals, not the government or elected politicians. I stand with every woman today, and will continue to fight for a country in which all women, including my two daughters, have the legal right to access safe reproductive care.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:13:54Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=252", "Baird Introduces Legislation to Restart Border Wall Construction and Prevent Waste of Tax Dollars", "2022-06-16", "2022", "2022-06", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) introduced the Border Construction Materials Transfer Act, legislation which would require the federal government, through the Department of Homeland Security, to immediately transfer ownership of all construction materials already purchased for improving border security and staged along our Southern border to the state governments located on the border.\n\n\u201cFor nearly a year and a half, we have watched the Biden administration not only fail to establish any plan to address the raging crisis at our Southern border but make absolutely no constructive use of the materials already purchased by the Trump administration to construct a barrier along the border,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cAs we continue to experience record numbers of border crossings each month and lethal drugs continue to flood our communities at alarming rates, the need for a barrier along our Southern border couldn\u2019t be more dire. The American taxpayers cannot afford to continue footing the multi-billion-dollar bill for unused barrier materials while our Southern border remains more vulnerable than ever before. My bill immediately transfers ownership of these materials from the woefully inept Biden administration to the border state governments, thereby empowering them to do what has otherwise failed to be done: secure our Southern border.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nSince President Biden issued an order to stop construction of the Southern border barrier, the federal government has paid contractors over $3 million a day to monitor unused border materials. In Texas alone, there is over $100 million worth of border wall materials that has already been purchased with taxpayer dollars going to waste.\n\nOver 2.6 million illegal immigrants have been apprehended at our Southern border since President Biden took office, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Secretary Mayorkas have confirmed that over 700,000 known \u201cgotaways\u201d have evaded apprehension by CBP at the Southern border during the same timeframe. To date, CBP has seized 340,000 pounds of drugs in Fiscal Year 2022, including 5,300 pounds of fentanyl which is enough to kill 2.4 billion people.\n\nThe Border Construction Materials Transfer Act (H.R.8028) does the following:\n\nDirects the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to transfer materials to construct roadways and physical barriers along the Southern border of the United States to the governments of the states in which such materials are located\n\nOwnership of these covered materials located in the states of Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas is transferred to the governments of these states respectively", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:39:01Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-introduces-healthcare-bills-improve-hospital-competition", "Spartz Introduces Healthcare Bills to Improve Hospital Competition", "2022-06-16", "2022", "2022-06", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) introduced several healthcare bills to improve hospital competition and healthcare value.\n\n\u201cThe current hospital price situation is unacceptable and unsustainable,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cWe, as a government, created this powerful monopoly problem, and now owe it to the American people to fix it.\u201d\n\nBased on RAND studies performed by the Employers\u2019 Forum of Indiana, Indiana has some of the highest prices of healthcare in the nation and significant hospital market consolidation.\n\nThese first seven bills are part of a package aiming to address material hospital monopoly issue, which: 1.) repeal Obamacare prohibitions on physician-owned hospitals; 2.) improve oversight of anticompetitive behaviors of non-profit hospitals; 3.) require transparency and eliminate abuses in hospital billing; 4.) provide more patient choice; 5.) improve competition on state healthcare markets; 6.) assess anticompetitive clauses in healthcare contracts; and 7.) improve availability of medical residency programs.\n\nRep. Spartz is working to introduce additional bills later this month to improve transparency of non-profit hospital reporting and associations.\n\n\u201cCongresswoman Spartz is leading the fight to lower health costs and put money back into the pockets of hard-working Americans with her legislation. To further promote competition, Congress should adopt these bills to set the right conditions for market rivalries. The result could be electric, reducing the price of medical services, and lowering premiums significantly,\u201d said Joel White, President of Council for Affordable Health Coverage.\n\n\u201cFor over 30 years, NFIB small business owners have identified the cost of health insurance as the number one, long-term small business problem. We appreciate Representative Spartz\u2019s work to address underlying cost drivers of health insurance and increase healthcare competition. We look forward to continuing to work with her on this important effort.\u201d said Mitch Relfe, Manager of Federal Health Policy, National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).\n\n\u201cERIC applauds Congresswoman Spartz for tackling anti-competitive practices so that workers, retirees, and their families will not have to pay artificially high \u201chospital\u201d rates for visits to physician offices. We are encouraged that this site-neutral approach will focus medical billing practices on the location of care, and not on who owns the physician\u2019s practice\u201d said Annette Guarisco Fildes, CEO of The ERISA Industry Committee\n\n\u201cHealth coverage is extremely important for working Americans as they face high health care costs. The Partnership for Employer-Sponsored Coverage (P4ESC) commends Rep. Spartz for introducing extensive reforms to help make hospital and hospital-linked care more affordable for employees and their families,\u201d said Neil Trautwein, P4ESC Executive Director.\n\nRep. Spartz sits on the Republican Study Committee\u2019s Health Care Task force. The bills introduced will reinforce efforts to address hospital consolidation, as recommended by the RSC in its 2018 Framework for Personalized, Affordable Care.\n\nBelow are links to the full texts of the bills mentioned above. For more information, please visit Spartz.House.Gov.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:39:01Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-announces-class-2026-military-academy-appointments", "Spartz Announces Class of 2026 Military Academy Appointments", "2022-06-15", "2022", "2022-06", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "CARMEL, IN \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) announced the names of six outstanding nominees from Indiana\u2019s Fifth Congressional District who were appointed and have accepted to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, and West Point:\n\nU.S. Air Force Academy\n\nEllison Nou \u2013 Carmel, Hamilton County\n\nSamuel Schmidt \u2013 Westfield, Hamilton County\n\nScott Winger \u2013 Hartford City, Blackford County\n\nU.S. Naval Academy\n\nJohn Sheddy \u2013 Fishers, Hamilton County\n\nGrace Sullivan \u2013 Carmel, Hamilton County\n\nWest Point\n\nReid Wesley \u2013 Zionsville, Boone County\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s critical that our military remains the best trained, best equipped, and most importantly, the best lead military force in the world,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cI know these outstanding nominees will represent Indiana, and our nation well.\u201d\n\nEvery applicant was interviewed and then rigorously evaluated by the nomination committee on a variety of factors including academic and athletic achievements, extra-curricular activities, character, and motivation.\n\nRep. Spartz would also like to take this opportunity to encourage interested high school students residing in Indiana\u2019s Fifth Congressional District to apply for upcoming class nominations. Applications must be filled out online at https://spartz.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations and submitted no later than October 14, 2022, to: SpartzAcademyNominations@mail.house.gov.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:39:01Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-leads-right-trial-act", "Spartz Leads the 'Right to Trial Act'", "2022-06-15", "2022", "2022-06", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) introduced the bipartisan \u2018Right to Trial Act\u2019 with her colleagues Reps. Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08), Kelly Armstrong (ND-AL), Karen Bass (CA-37), Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05), Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14), and David Trone (MD-06). This legislation would strengthen the constitutional right to trial and mitigate abuses of prosecutorial authority in our federal justice system.\n\n\u201cOur Founding Fathers provided for trial by jury in our Constitution as a safeguard of our liberties,\u201d said Rep. Spartz. \u201cThis constitutional right is essential to protect against the tyranny of government and the police state.\u201d\n\nApproximately 97% of defendants subject to federal charges plead guilty, up from nearly 85% in the early 1990s. Despite their constitutional right to trial, defendants face steep mandatory minimum sentences if they choose to exercise this right\u2014driving defendants into one-sided plea negotiations.\n\n\u201cThroughout my time as a district judge, I saw the extreme disparities between sentences offered in plea deals and sentences given to those who went to trial. Americans shouldn\u2019t face drastically different judicial outcomes when exercising their constitutional rights,\u201d said Rep. Reschenthaler. \u201cThe Right to Trial Act will address the trial penalty sentencing disparity and ensure our judicial system reflects the spirit of the Sixth Amendment.\u201d\n\nThe \u2018Right to Trial Act\u2019 seeks to temper these incentives by granting federal courts the authority to impose sentences, in some circumstances, below established statutory minimums.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:39:01Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bipartisan-statement-national-critical-capabilities-committee-proposal", "Bipartisan Statement on National Critical Capabilities Committee Proposal", "2022-06-13", "2022", "2022-06", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C \u2014 Today, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Cornyn (R-TX) and Representatives Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ), Michael McCaul (R-TX), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and Victoria Spartz (R-IN) released a joint statement on the new proposal for an outbound investment mechanism in the conference of H.R.4521, the Bipartisan Innovation Act.\n\n\u201cOver the last couple months, we have engaged in constructive discussions with stakeholders on developing a robust, targeted outbound investment mechanism to ensure the United States is not ceding its manufacturing power in industries critical to our economic and national security to foreign adversaries. The refined proposal released today has bipartisan, bicameral support and addresses industry concerns, including the scope of prospective activities, industries covered, and the prevention of duplicative authorities. This discussion draft aligns the United States with the outbound investment mechanisms of our allies. We look forward to meaningful engagement in writing from stakeholders as we work to secure this bill in the conference report. Creating an outbound investment review mechanism is a critical tool as Congress works to provide guardrails on taxpayer funds and safeguards our supply chains from countries of concern, including the People\u2019s Republic of China.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:39:01Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=243", "Baird Releases Statement on Partisan January 6th Commission", "2022-06-10", "2022", "2022-06", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the partisan January 6th Committee hearing:\n\n\u201cIn the days following January 6th, Congress had the opportunity to launch a thorough and bipartisan investigation to assess weaknesses in our security systems,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cWhile I join everyone in gratitude for the bravery of our law enforcement officers\u2014especially the United States Capitol Police\u2014on January 6, 2022, I was disappointed by the movie production-like programming of Thursday evening. Unfortunately, Speaker Pelosi politicized the committee in its infancy, forgoing an investigation into the Capitol\u2019s vulnerabilities in favor of one of leaked evidence and politicized subpoenas. The American people continue to struggle with record high gas prices and inflation rates, and families still do not have consistent access to baby formula for their infants. The House should be focused on delivering real long-term solutions for the problems currently facing Americans and ensuring that this preeminent branch of our Federal Government can function securely.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:39:01Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=242", "Baird Leads 55 Colleagues in Bipartisan Effort to Protect Farmers\u2019 Access to Critical Crop Protection Tools", "2022-06-08", "2022", "2022-06", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.\u2014 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) along with Chairman Sanford Bishop (GA-02), and 54 of their colleagues sent bipartisan a letter to President Biden to protect farmers\u2019 access to critical crop protection tools.\n\n\u201cAt a time when American farmers and ranchers are faced with record input costs and shortages of critical inputs, the U.S. Solicitor General\u2019s amicus brief could threaten our producers\u2019 ability to feed and fuel the world,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cAs our country continues to face the highest inflation rates in decades, it\u2019s critical that our government provide certainty to the agriculture industry and the broader American food supply chain. My colleagues and I are deeply concerned that this flawed opinion will undermine growers\u2019 long-term access to innovation and increase costs, which is why we sent a letter to President Biden asking for his immediate withdrawal of Solicitor General Prelogar\u2019s brief.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nOn May 10, 2022, the U.S. Solicitor General submitted an amicus brief weighing in on a class action lawsuit against Bayer, which would allow the state of California to require a cancer warning label for the widely utilized herbicide glyphosate, in a stunning departure from decades of scientific consensus from academia and regulatory bodies across the world that show that the herbicide is not a carcinogen. Not only does the Solicitor General\u2019s brief reverse a long-held view on federal preemption, but it sets a dangerous precedent for the United States\u2019 science- and risk-based regulatory system. This brief, if acted upon, would up-end the entire regulatory process for crop protection tools and all forms of agricultural innovation, creating uncertainty and undermining confidence in scientific integrity.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:39:01Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-mrvans-2nd-veterans-bill-be-signed-law", "Congressman Mrvan\u2019s 2nd Veterans Bill to be Signed into Law", "2022-06-08", "2022", "2022-06", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - President Biden is expected to sign into law the VA Electronic Health Record Transparency Act, a bill introduced by Congressman Frank J. Mrvan, Chairman of the House Veterans\u2019 Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization.\n\nPreviously, the House approved Rep. Mrvan\u2019s legislation by a voice vote in November of 2021, and the Senate approved Rep. Mrvan\u2019s legislation without an amendment by a voice vote on May 26, 2022.\n\nThe VA Electronic Health Record Transparency Act aims to improve the management of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) project. In the past year, the VA Office of the Inspector General has found that VA is not conducting reliable and complete cost estimates for infrastructure upgrades and costs under the EHRM program. This legislation will require VA to provide Congress with quarterly reports that assess the full costs, performance metrics, and outcomes.\n\n\u201cAs Chairman of the Technology Modernization Subcommittee, I have seen the great need for Congress to conduct oversight and have accurate information to ensure that the Electronic Health Record Modernization program is able to meet the needs of our veterans,\u201d said Congressman Mrvan. \u201cI thank the leaders of the Senate for also seeing the value of this legislation, and as we move forward, I look forward to obtaining the requested information and continuing our work to ensure that all veterans receive the world-class health care they deserve.\u201d\n\nThis is Rep. Mrvan\u2019s second piece of legislation that President Biden has signed into law. Previously, on September 30, 2021, President Biden signed the Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2021 into law, a bill that extended various veteran benefits, including certain transportation benefits and the VA's authority to administer dental insurance for veterans, their dependents, and certain survivors who are enrolled in the VA health care system.\n\nTo watch Congressman Mrvan\u2019s most recent floor remarks on this action, click here, and for additional information on this legislation, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:39:01Z"], ["https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=237", "Baird Applauds Multi-Billion Dollar Investment in West Central Indiana", "2022-05-27", "2022", "2022-05", "Republican", "House", "IN", "James R. Baird", "B001307", "baird.house.gov", "baird", "https://baird.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.\u2014 Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement after Eli Lilly and Company, Stellantis, and Samsung announced plans to invest $2.1 billion and $2.5 billion respectively in manufacturing sites in West Central Indiana.\n\n\u201cThis multi-billion-dollar investment in our community has the potential to create thousands of new jobs for Hoosiers and secures Indiana\u2019s reputation as a hub for innovation and advancement,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cThanks to the hard work of our local officials, Indiana has forged strong partnerships with world-renowned companies that will improve the lives of Hoosiers for generations to come.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nThis week, Eli Lilly and Company announced plans to expand its manufacturing footprint in Indiana by investing $2.1 billion in two new manufacturing sites in Boone County. Read more here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-carson-applauds-nomination-of-judge-pryor", "Rep. Carson Applauds Nomination of Judge Pryor", "2022-05-25", "2022", "2022-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson applauded President Biden's nomination of Judge Doris Pryor to serve on the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, which includes the states of Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin. Rep. Carson formally recommended her for this role. She is the first African-American woman nominated to serve on this court. She currently serves as a Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of Indiana.\n\n\"I send my congratulations to Judge Pryor on her well-deserved nomination, and I thank President Biden for selecting her for this vital addition to our federal courts,\" said Rep. Carson. \"I recommended her for this role because I have seen how much she does in service to her fellow Hoosiers, and I know she will do her absolute best to administer equal justice for all in this judgeship when she is confirmed. In order to reduce the inequalities in our justice system, we must continue to uplift public servants like Judge Pryor. I'm confident that her background, extensive experience, and commitment to fairness will help advance this goal for countless Americans.\"\n\nJudge Pryor was appointed U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of Indiana in March of 2018. Prior to her appointment to the bench, she was employed as the National Security Chief for the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Indiana and had served in that role since September 2014. From August 2006 until her appointment as National Security Chief, she served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana. From August 2005 through August 2006, Judge Pryor served as a Deputy Public Defender in the State of Arkansas Public Defender's Commission. She also has served two terms as a law clerk, for Judge J. Leon Holmes in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas (August 2004-August 2005), and for Chief Judge Lavenski Smith of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit (August 2003-August 2004).\n\nJudge Pryor was born in Hope, Arkansas, and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1999 from the University of Central Arkansas, where she majored in political science. She obtained her law degree from the Indiana University Maurer School of Law in 2003 and was admitted to the bar the same year. Judge Pryor has since been admitted to practice in numerous state and federal courts, including Indiana.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-testimony-energy-and-water-appropriations-subcommittee-0", "Mrvan Testimony Before Energy and Water Appropriations Subcommittee", "2022-05-25", "2022", "2022-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development during their Member Day Hearing.\n\nA video of his testimony is available here and the text of the full statement as prepared for delivery is below.\n\n\"I would like to thank Chairwoman Kaptur and Ranking Member Simpson for holding today\u2019s Member Day hearing. I appreciate the opportunity to engage with all members of this Subcommittee and advocate for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects that are essential to strengthening the economy of Northwest Indiana, the entire Midwest, and our nation.\n\n\"I have the great honor and privilege of representing Indiana\u2019s First Congressional District. Our district serves as a center of vital road, rail, air, and port networks in the Great Lakes region and is home to major manufacturing industries. This infrastructure \u2013 in conjunction with our labor workforce and proximity to Chicago \u2013 enables our region to attract new commercial and residential interests and talent. Northwest Indiana is proud to have the largest concentration of steel production and the largest inland oil refinery in our country. These industries foster economic activity and provide good-paying, union jobs to thousands of workers in this district.\n\n\"From maintaining the federal navigation depths of our commercial and recreational harbors to ensuring Northwest Indiana residents have clean drinking water, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers \u2013 Chicago District stands steadfast as an unparalleled federal partner in the effort to facilitate economic development and to promote environmental stewardship in Northwest Indiana. There is no doubt the projects under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers serve as an economic driver in Indiana\u2019s First Congressional District, and I am grateful for their missions in our region.\n\n\"The Community Project Funding process demonstrates the constitutional prerogatives of the Legislative Branch, and I fully appreciate the attention this Subcommittee and its staff devote to reviewing Members\u2019 requests. It is important that we are provided the opportunity to exercise our constitutional authority to direct funding to our districts, and it is incumbent for us to submit project requests that are beyond reproach and focused on the criteria set forth by this Subcommittee.\n\n\"For the First District of Indiana, I have asked this Subcommittee to appropriate $10 million in Community Project Funding to the Corps\u2019 Construction account for the specific purpose of undertaking Environmental Infrastructure projects in the Calumet Region. I would note that the requested amount is equal to the Chicago District\u2019s demonstrated capability for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023. Authorized by Section 219 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 and subsequent laws, Environmental Infrastructure projects continue to have a transformational impact in my district, aiding local communities in making necessary, overdue improvements to water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater sewer infrastructure that directly impact the Great Lakes system. These projects also serve in a primarily industrial corridor in majority minority populations that are dealing with the legacy costs that are so common in the Midwest. These projects are indeed environmental, but I believe the investments have proven to attract capital and built an excitement and interest to attract new people and businesses to my district.\n\n\"With respect to the appropriate transparency measures that this Subcommittee has put in place, I would emphasize for the Calumet Region Environmental Infrastructure that the evidence of local community support is overwhelming, with local sponsors consistently contributing 25 percent of their projects\u2019 costs. These projects provide a vital benefit to residents in our district and attract new economic activity to our region. In partnership with the Chicago District, this cost-sharing approach serves as a model of federal-local cooperation and consistently delivers a strong track-record of proven results, included, but not limited to: sanitary sewer interceptors and lines that benefit residents by reducing backups and damages to homes; improved operations of local wastewater treatment facilities by eliminating inflow and infiltration of groundwater into sewer systems; and stormwater projects constructed in areas where no previous stormwater infrastructure existed to protect homeowners from costly flooding events. It is imperative that we build on such models of cooperation and continue to appropriately distribute federal assistance through the annual appropriations process to communities that are depending on our leadership.\n\n\"Additionally, I have requested $1 million and $914,000 in Community Project Funding to support the Corps\u2019 operations and maintenance missions at the Michigan City Harbor and at the Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor, in Portage, respectively. Given the First District\u2019s location along the south shore of Lake Michigan, recreational harbors have an integral role in the economic development plans for shoreline communities. Michigan City Harbor features prominently within the Washington Park complex that is home to the Michigan City Zoo and the city\u2019s publicly accessible lakefront, a 99-acre park that attracts visitors from the tri-state area. As important, Michigan City Harbor and its channel provide safe refuge for recreational boats traveling within southern Lake Michigan during adverse weather events. The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) maintains law enforcement and rescue vessels within the port; improving the navigable waterway within the harbor and channel will improve the USCG\u2019s access to and from the port to conduct its Homeland Security missions on Lake Michigan.\n\n\"Similarly, Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor supports economic development within the City of Portage driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park. The availability of this harbor allows the city to pursue commercial and recreational plans that tie into the waterway and the natural environment. Along with Michigan City Harbor, Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor and its channel provide safe refuge for recreational boats traveling within southern Lake Michigan during adverse weather events as nearby commercial harbors such as Burns Waterway Harbor, Gary Harbor and Indiana Harbor do not have facilities for the protection of recreational boats during intense thunderstorms or other weather conditions that affect navigability within Lake Michigan. To the immediate south of both harbors, the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District is constructing its Double Track project, a $649 million project with substantial investments made by the federal and state governments. The transit-oriented development along this rail line, which connects Portage and Michigan City, focuses upon the accessibility to Lake Michigan via multiple methods of transportation, including waterways. Requested funds will allow the Chicago District to address the needs of the Michigan City and Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbors within its authorized missions and will support Portage and Michigan City in their efforts to maximize economic development opportunities attracted to this region resulting from these federal investments.\n\n\"In closing, Chairwoman Kaptur, Ranking Member Simpson, and all members of this Subcommittee, I thank you for your consideration and for the opportunity to share with you the importance of these worthwhile projects to Northwest Indiana. The work of this Subcommittee, and that of the House Appropriations Committee, leads to federal investments that have the power to transform the economies of local communities and improve the quality of life and place for those who entrust in us the responsibilities inherent of Members of Congress as we work in a collaborative and productive manner on behalf of all the American people.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-testifies-itc-hearing-cold-rolled-steel-flat-products", "Mrvan Testifies Before ITC Hearing on Cold-rolled Steel Flat Products", "2022-05-24", "2022", "2022-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan testified before the International Trade Commission (ITC) during their hearing on cold-rolled steel flat products from Brazil, China, India, Japan, Korea, and the United Kingdom.\n\nAs part of the Congressman\u2019s testimony, he submitted a Congressional Steel Caucus letter to the ITC in support of this and other cases before the Commission with the signatures from 48 other members of the Caucus.\n\nThe text of the remarks as prepared for delivery is below, a link to a video of the remarks is available here, the text of the Congressional Steel Caucus letter is below the remarks, and a pdf of the letter is also available below.\n\nCongressman Mrvan\u2019s testimony:\n\n\"Good morning Chairman Kearns, Vice Chair Stayin, and all of the other Commissioners and staff members.\n\n\"Thank you for the opportunity to provide testimony today, for the second time in less than a week, in support of the Northwest Indiana community, and communities throughout our nation that have a vibrant steel industry and steelworker presence.\n\n\"I am here today in support of our American steel manufacturers and workers and members of the United Steelworkers in this case regarding the continuation of anti-dumping and countervailing duties on cold-rolled steel flat products from Brazil, China, India, Japan, Korea, and the United Kingdom.\n\n\"Similar to last week, six years ago to this very day, on May 24, 2016, Congressman Pete Visclosky, my mentor and predecessor for the First Congressional District, testified in person before you during the initial proceedings for this case.\n\n\"I am proud that my office is able to continue his action of testifying before your Commission, and also holding the position of Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus.\n\n\"The Steel Caucus has long advocated for the importance of ensuring that American workers can compete on a level playing field, and that is why we have adamantly supported the value of and continuation of the Section 232 steel tariffs.\n\n\"Additionally, as I alluded to last week, the Congressional Steel Caucus has finalized a letter to you regarding the importance of the duties that are under consideration today, and I am pleased to present to you this signed letter as part of my testimony.\n\n\"I am grateful for the bipartisan collaboration on this letter with my fellow Steel Caucus leaders and the almost 50 signers of this letter. We note in the letter how global overcapacity remains a significant issue, and that a recent Steel Committee meeting at the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development heard reports that producers in Southeast Asia expect to bring over 90 million metric tons of steelmaking capacity online over the next 5-6 years. The letter also states that we encourage you to give these steel industry trade cases full and fair consideration, and that we believe they are critical to ensuring our domestic steel sector remains strong.\n\n\"Thank you again for the opportunity to testify before you today, and thank you for your dedicated service to our nation and the strength of our U.S. trade laws.\"\n\nCongressional Steel Caucus letter:\n\nDear Commissioner Kearns,\n\nAs members of the Congressional Steel Caucus, we believe the domestic steel industry should remain strong and the U.S. should aggressively enforce U.S. trade laws. U.S. trade laws allow the American steel industry to mitigate the harm inflicted on it by unfairly traded foreign imports. In 2015 and 2016, after years of unfair trade, domestic producers sought trade relief on four critical steel products: corrosion resistant steel (CORE), cold-rolled steel, hot-rolled steel, and cut-to-length plate. Domestic producers brought these cases as they were facing the crippling effects of a surge of foreign imports which took a record 29 percent of the U.S. market in 2015, bringing the industry\u2019s capacity utilization rate to as low as 70 percent.\n\nAfter detailed investigations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), those agencies concluded that for each of the products described above, foreign producers were engaging in unfair trade and those unfairly traded imports were causing material injury to domestic producers and ordered anti-dumping and countervailing duties. Those orders are now subject to five-year sunset reviews by the DOC and ITC.\n\nDomestic producers began recovering in the years after the orders went into place, but like the rest of the world, faced severely suppressed demand and production levels during 2020 due to the global pandemic. As the economy and demand have begun to rebound with our emergence from the pandemic, so too has the domestic steel industry\u2019s production levels. However, foreign imports surged into the U.S. market again. In 2021, foreign imports were up 43 percent, taking 21 percent of the U.S. market for all steel products. There is no indication that imports are going to slow down in 2022, as steel imports are up 28 percent in the first quarter of 2022 versus the first quarter 2021.\n\nGlobal overcapacity in steel markets remains a significant issue. A recent OECD Steel Committee meeting heard reports that producers in Southeast Asia expect to bring over 90 million metric tons of steelmaking capacity online over the next 5-6 years. The OECD is also projecting that global steel demand will stagnate and potentially decline this year, partly as a result of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. These developments will contribute to overcapacity, leading to a new flood of steel imports that could devastate domestic steel producers, just as they begin to recover from the effects of the pandemic \u2013 and this problem will be much worse if these orders are not maintained. As we have seen from the pandemic and supply chains shortages, Americans need a strong and healthy steel industry. Steel, including the flat steel products at issue here, is the backbone and key material for so many critical supply chains necessary for our national and economic security. We cannot lose the tens of thousands of good-paying, middle class jobs that could be impacted by these orders.\n\nAs such, we encourage you to give the steel industry trade cases full and fair consideration, as we believe they are critical to ensuring our domestic steel sector is strong:\n\nCorrosion-resistant steel products (\u201cCORE\u201d) from China, India, Italy, Korea, and Taiwan\n\nCold-rolled steel flat products (\u201cCR\u201d) from Brazil, China, India, Japan, Korea, and the United Kingdom\n\nHot-rolled steel flat products (\u201cHR\u201d) from Australia, Brazil, Japan, Korea, Netherlands, Russia, Turkey, and the United Kingdom\n\nCarbon and Alloy Steel Cut-to-Length Plate (\u201cCTL Plate\u201d) from Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, South Africa, Taiwan, and Turkey\n\nWe appreciate your attention to this matter and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to our offices.\n\nDocument\n\n5.24.22_ITC Letter.pdf (1.11 MB)", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-legislation-supporting-survivors-military-sexual-trauma-approved-house", "Mrvan Legislation Supporting Survivors of Military Sexual Trauma Approved by House of Representatives", "2022-05-20", "2022", "2022-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Earlier this week, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan\u2019s legislation, H.R. 6961, the Dignity for Military Sexual Trauma (MST) Survivors Act, was approved by the U.S. House of Representatives.\n\nThe women and men who voluntarily join our military to defend and protect our national security deserve every resource, consideration, and compassionate assistance during their medical care and treatments. This legislation seeks to support and affirm veterans who experienced sexual trauma during their active military service as they navigate the Board of Veterans\u2019 Appeals (BVA) claims appeal process.\n\nSpecifically, the legislation would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary to ensure BVA members complete annual MST training in order to continue hearing appeals. It would also require VA to review the language used in claims denial letters to ensure such language is carefully worded in order to avoid any retraumatization of our veterans. Finally, it would mandate that contract medical providers conduct MST-related examinations in a sensitive, trauma-informed manner.\n\nThe measure is now referred to the Senate, where it is currently pending consideration. For additional information and the text of the legislation, click here.\n\nThe text of the Congressman\u2019s floor remarks as prepared for delivery is below, and a link to a video of the remarks is available here.\n\n\"I rise in support of the Dignity for MST Survivors Act, legislation I was proud to introduce and collaborate with Chairman Takano, Chairwoman Luria, and my other colleagues to address long-standing issues regarding the treatment of survivors of military sexual trauma.\n\n\"I also want to thank the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Paralyzed Veterans of America, The American Legion, and the Wounded Warrior Project for their endorsements of this legislation.\n\n\"The Dignity for MST Survivors Act seeks to support and affirm veterans who experienced sexual trauma during their military service as they navigate the Board of Veterans\u2019 Appeals claims appeal process.\n\n\"According to data collected by the Department of Veterans Affairs, an unconscionable 1 in 3 of our brave women veterans and 1 in 50 male veterans report having experienced sexual assault or sexual harassment.\n\n\"Such traumatic events often have lasting impacts on these individuals\u2019 physical and mental health, placing MST survivors at heightened risk for depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other debilitating conditions.\n\n\"Despite these clear treatment needs, many MST survivors face significant difficulty in accessing healthcare and disability benefits from VA.\n\n\"An August 2021 investigation released by VA\u2019s Office of the Inspector General found that an astounding 57 percent of denied MST claims were improperly processed by VA, in part due to claims processors\u2019 lack of MST training.\n\n\"Multiple veteran service organizations report that BVA has proven similarly ill-equipped to deal with appeals of denied MST claims, and that the current claims appeal process has the unfortunate potential to retraumatize MST survivors.\n\n\"While VA has taken steps in the right direction, more must be done to improve the claims appeal experience, show compassion, and safeguard the dignity of MST survivors.\n\n\"I urge my colleagues to support this legislation in order to ensure MST survivors are not retraumatized at any point in their effort to obtain the world-class healthcare and disability benefits to which they are entitled.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-testifies-itc-hearing-corrosion-resistant-steel-products", "Mrvan Testifies Before ITC Hearing on Corrosion-Resistant Steel Products", "2022-05-19", "2022", "2022-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan testified before the International Trade Commission (ITC) during their hearing on corrosion-resistant steel products from China, India, Italy, Korea, and Taiwan.\n\nThe text of the remarks as prepared for delivery is below, and a link to a video of the remarks is available here.\n\n\"Good morning Chairman Kearns, Vice Chair Stayin, and all of the other Commissioners and members of the staff.\n\n\"Thank you for the opportunity to provide testimony today in support of the domestic steel industry and workers in this case regarding the continuation of anti-dumping and countervailing duties on corrosion-resistant steel products from China, India, Italy, Korea, and Taiwan.\n\n\"On May 26, 2016, my mentor and predecessor, Congressman Pete Visclosky, testified before you during the initial proceedings for this case.\n\n\"Today, after your affirmative action in that initial case, I am honored to carry the mantle to urge you to continue these duties that are essential to the strength and well-being of the United Steelworkers, and all of the workers and producers in the American steel industry.\n\n\"Northwest Indiana is home to an incredible manufacturing and steel workforce, and the livelihoods of these individuals and their families is dependent upon the full and fair enforcement of our U.S. trade laws.\n\n\"I also am proud to be able to hold the position of Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, and am pleased that along with the other leaders of the Caucus, including Co-Vice Chairman Crawford, and Co-Vice Chairman Bost, that we have led a forthcoming letter with signatures from numerous other members of the Caucus to you, that highlights pressing importance of these duties.\n\n\"The letter notes that foreign imports were up 43 percent in 2021, and that there is no indication that they are going to slow down in 2022. In the first quarter of 2022, steel imports are up 28 percent compared to the first quarter of 2021. Steel is the key material for so many critical supply chains necessary for our national and economic security, and we cannot afford to lose good-paying jobs that would be impacted by the loss of these orders.\n\n\"Thank you again for the opportunity to testify before you today. I am grateful for the efforts that you and the staff perform every day to enforce our trade laws in a deliberate and thorough manner, and again urge a continuation of these duties on corrosion-resistant steel products.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-returns-frontlines-ukraine-co-chairs-classified-oversight-hearing", "Rep. Spartz Returns From the Frontlines in Ukraine; Co-Chairs Classified Oversight Hearing", "2022-05-18", "2022", "2022-05", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) returned to Washington, D.C., after spending the weekend in Ukraine where she traveled to the frontlines of the ongoing conflict and met with local authorities. This is Rep. Spartz\u2019s third trip to Ukraine since the Russian invasion began on February 24 and follows her recent calls for proper oversight of the U.S. aid being sent into the country following the signingof the Ukraine Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022.\n\n\u201cThe American people are generous people, but as a Congress, we must ensure taxpayer resources are reaching those in need and being used efficiently. We also need to understand the situation on the ground to implement proper strategies,\"said Rep. Spartz.\n\nRep. Spartz has led those voicescalling for Congressional oversightof all U.S. aid to Ukraine and has called on House Committee on Government Oversight and Reform Chairwoman, Carolyn Maloney (D-N.Y.), to hold a hearing to evaluate the federal government\u2019s performance in the distribution of U.S. humanitarian and security assistance. Today, Rep. Spartz co-chaired the first classified oversight House hearing on Ukraine, more are expected in the future.\n\nSince the start of the conflict, Spartz has visited numerous regions in Europe asking the tough questions of government officials in each place. She has remained committed to ensuring U.S. resources are directed where they are needed the most to prevent a worsening crisis and help Ukraine defend itself and the international order.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-mrvan-visits-merrillville-ahepa-senior-living-community", "Congressman Mrvan Visits Merrillville AHEPA Senior Living Community", "2022-05-13", "2022", "2022-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Merrillville, IN - Last week, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan visited an American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA) Chapter 78 affordable senior living community in Merrillville.\n\nCongressman Mrvan stated, \u201cI am grateful for the dedicated work of all of the AHEPA Members and the AHEPA Management Company (AMC), which provides a critical affordable housing resource for our communities. Thank you for the wonderful tour of your Merrillville senior living residence. I was impressed with the welcoming environment your team creates, and I appreciate the hospitality and friendship that you provide to all who live in and enter this community.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are thrilled to welcome Congressman Mrvan to our affordable senior living community in Merrillville,\u201d AMC President and CEO Steve Beck said. \u201cWe applaud his commitment to creating strong and sustainable affordable housing for all, including seniors, and ensuring they have access to the quality supportive services they need to thrive. Our waitlists in Merrillville are some of the direst in our nationwide portfolio, so the need and demand is clear. We thank Congressman Mrvan for choosing to visit our community and for spending time with our residents, board, and staff.\u201d\n\nThe AMC manages six AHEPA senior living communities in Merrillville, which are administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development\u2019s (HUD) Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly program. For additional information on this HUD program, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/steel-caucus-advocates-trade-enforcement-agencies-house-appropriations", "Steel Caucus Advocates for Trade Enforcement Agencies to House Appropriations Committee", "2022-05-12", "2022", "2022-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. Mrvan", "M001214", "mrvan.house.gov", "mrvan", "https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - Today, Congressional Steel Caucus Co-Chairmen Conor Lamb and Frank J. Mrvan, and Co-Vice Chairmen Rick Crawford and Mike Bost, along with 33 other Members of the Congressional Steel Caucus, released a letter sent to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies in support of funding for the Department of Commerce\u2019s International Trade Administration (ITA) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC).\n\nCo-Chairman Conor Lamb stated, \u201cThis funding will ensure we\u2019re properly enforcing our trade laws and punishing foreign companies who cheat to get ahead. We know that when American steelworkers compete on a level playing field they can\u2019t be beat \u2013 and protecting this critical industry is a clear, bipartisan priority. I look forward to working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to protect this funding.\u201d\n\nCo-Chairman Frank J. Mrvan stated, \u201cNorthwest Indiana is home to a tremendous presence of organized labor and domestic steel capabilities, whose survival is dependent upon the full enforcement of our U.S. trade laws. I thank my fellow leaders and Members of the Congressional Steel Caucus, for their engagement and advocacy to ensure that the dedicated public servants at the ITA and ITC can ensure that all American workers can compete on a level playing field.\u201d\n\nCo-Vice Chairman Mike Bost stated, \u201cIt is vitally important that Congress provides the ITA and ITC with the funding needed to combat unfair trade practices by foreign producers. These agencies are critical to ensuring that American steel companies and workers can compete on a level playing field with their foreign competitors.\u201d\n\nCo-Vice Chairman Rick Crawford stated, \u201cOn a level playing field, U.S. steelmakers can compete with anyone across the globe. Unfortunately, bad actors flood the market with lower quality products to undermine fairly set prices of U.S. products. The ITA and the ITC are critical to enforcement of our trade laws and it\u2019s Congress\u2019 responsibility to ensure they have adequate resources to carry out their duties. Inclusion of this request in House appropriation legislation will be another step toward continued economic growth in East Arkansas, and across the country.\u201d\n\nThe full text of the letter is available below and pdf is available here:\n\nDear Chairman Cartwright and Ranking Member Aderholt:\n\nAs the Subcommittee begins to draft its Fiscal Year 2023 Departments of Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations bill, we are writing to encourage the Subcommittee to ensure adequate funding for the United States Department of Commerce (DOC)\u2019s International Trade Administration (ITA) and the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) to prioritize and carry out the application of United States trade remedy laws. Your attention to this matter is greatly appreciated.\n\nAmerican industry and workers can more than compete and succeed in a fair market that responds to supply and demand principles. Unfortunately, our manufacturers must increasingly operate in a global market dominated by state-owned and subsidized firms. These firms operate irrespective of market conditions, often permitting them to operate at an economic loss and sell products at less than fair market value.\n\nAnti-Dumping (AD) and Countervailing Duty (CVD) laws exist to protect United States producers and workers from economic injury resulting from unfairly traded imports. According to the ITA, in recent years, the agency has experienced a surge in the number of AD and CVD petitions filed by domestic industry. Even during 2020 and 2021, amid the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, such petitions increased nearly 50 percent compared to the prior two years, leading ITA to initiate 154 new AD and CVD investigations\u2014more than any other two-year period this decade. The first quarter of 2022 has already seen an additional 17 cases initiated.\n\nAs ITA undertakes these labor-intensive and time-sensitive investigations, which require thorough analysis and evaluation/verification of evidence submitted by foreign respondents, it must also vigilantly review and enforce 664 existing AD and CVD orders through annual administrative reviews\u2014which can be as demanding as original investigations\u2014and circumvention inquiries, as well as five-year \u201csunset\u201d reviews. It should be noted that ITA and ITC have found merit to claims of economic injury resulting from unfairly traded import investigations. ITA has consistently seen a rise in the number of calculated AD/CVD rates in each of the last three fiscal years including 772 in FY 2021.\n\nWe strongly encourage the Committee to consider these factors when establishing funding levels for Enforcement and Compliance activities at ITA to ensure the agency has adequate resources and personnel to protect American firms and workers from economic injury from unfairly traded exports.\n\nThe ITC is an independent, quasi-judicial commission responsible for investigating and making timely and objective determinations involving imports that cause injury to a domestic industry in violation of United States trade laws. Its status as an independent agency whose commissioners are equally split between the parties provides confidence to affected stakeholders that decisions and remedy recommendations made by the Commission are solely based on the facts and relevant law and are free of political interference. Among the ITC\u2019s mission priorities are conducting AD/CVD investigations and reviews and trade involving United States intellectual property rights under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930.\n\nThe ITC continues to experience similar numbers to ITA for trade remedy investigation caseloads, as well as concomitant reviews of existing orders. According to the ITC, the agency has experienced a surge in the number of AD and CVD petitions filed by domestic industry. Only eight such petitions were filed in 2014. Since then, however, more than 100 new petitions have been filed, and there is no sign of abatement. Meanwhile, the ITC must now review the AD and CVD orders put in place over the last several years, with the ITC anticipating it will institute 40 and 35 reviews in FY2022 and FY2023, respectively. Additionally, cases investigated by ITC are increasingly complex and include petitions involving multiple countries. The increased funding request will also allow the ITC to address its growing portfolio of mandates in the trade enforcement area, including additional responsibilities under recent trade deals. Without the proper funding to handle the increased and more complex workload, as reflected in the ITC\u2019s Congressional Budget Justification, it will not have the capacity to meet the tight statutory deadlines associated with trade enforcement.\n\nWe strongly encourage the Committee to build on its previous efforts to protect domestic workers and businesses from unfair trade by providing adequate resources to the ITA and ITC to best ensure timely and objective responses to trade remedy complaints and investigations.\n\nSincerely,\n\nRep. Conor Lamb - Co-Chairman\n\nRep. Frank J. Mrvan - Co-Chairman\n\nRep. Mike Bost - Co-Vice Chairman\n\nRep. Rick Crawford - Co-Vice Chairman\n\nRep. Jim Banks\n\nRep. Larry Bucshon\n\nRep. G.K. Butterfield\n\nRep. Andre Carson\n\nRep. Sharice Davids\n\nRep. Danny K. Davis\n\nRep. Rodney Davis\n\nRep. Warren Davis\n\nRep. Peter A. DeFazio\n\nRep. Debbie Dingell\n\nRep. Brain Fitzpatrick\n\nRep. Vicente Gonzalez\n\nRep. Sam Graves\n\nRep. Michael Guest\n\nRep. Richard Hudson\n\nRep. Bill Johnson\n\nRep. John Katko\n\nRep. Mike Kelly\n\nRep. Robin L. Kelly\n\nRep. Daniel T. Kildee\n\nRep. Frank D. Lucas\n\nRep. Stephen F. Lynch\n\nRep. David B. McKinley\n\nRep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks\n\nRep. Marie Newman\n\nRep. Ralph Norman\n\nRep. Chellie Pingree\n\nRep. Jan Schakowsky\n\nRep. Terri A. Sewell\n\nRep. Elissa Slotkin\n\nRep. Jason Smith\n\nRep. Pete Stauber\n\nRep. John Yarmuth", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-jacobs-introduce-bipartisan-investigate-russian-war-crimes-act", "Rep. Spartz & Jacobs Introduce Bipartisan 'Investigate Russian War Crimes Act'", "2022-05-12", "2022", "2022-05", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) and Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-CA) introduced the Investigate Russian War Crimes Act, bipartisan legislation to allow the United States to provide material support or funding to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for their investigation of Russian war crimes and atrocities in Ukraine. Currently, U.S. law forbids any federal funds from being directed to the ICC.\n\n\u201cThe loss of life and atrocities I have seen in Ukraine is heartbreaking and tragic,\u201dsaid Rep. Spartz. \u201cThese purported war crimes are inhumane and cannot be ignored by the international community for justice to be served.\u201d\n\nLast month, the ICC announced that it would become a participant in investigations into alleged core international crimes committed in Ukraine.\n\n\u201cRussia\u2019s conduct in Ukraine has been appalling and demands a full international war crimes investigation,\u201c said Rep. Jacobs. \u201cI am proud to introduce this legislation that will strengthen the international community\u2019s ability to hold Putin accountable, help the United States work collaboratively with the ICC, and boost our global leadership.\u201d\n\nTo download full bill text,CLICK HERE.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-spartz-announces-2022-congressional-art-competition-winner", "Rep. Spartz Announces 2022 Congressional Art Competition Winner", "2022-05-10", "2022", "2022-05", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2013 Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz (IN-05) announced the winner of the 2022 Congressional Art Competition. This year's winner is Jonathan Pyle, a junior at Madison-Grant Jr/Sr High School in Fairmount, IN. His winning piece, entitled 'Indiana Glass Bottles on a Counter' will be on display in the Capitol building in Washington, D.C. for one year, along with the winning artwork from other Congressional districts across the country.\n\n\u201cThe talent we have in Indiana's 5th district is impressive, this year's submissions were excellent,\u201d said Rep.Spartz. \u201cWe are thrilled to showcase Jonathan's artwork in Washington, D.C. for all Hoosiers and visitors to enjoy.\u201d\n\nThe Congressional Art Competition is designed to support the arts and showcase the talent of young artists nationwide. With his artwork, Jonathan highlights the rich history of the glass industry that dates back to 1886 in Howard County. At the time, many glass companies started and flourished in the area due to plentiful access to natural gas.\n\nIn addition to the First Place winner, the First Runner-Up, 'Sunday,' submitted by Emma Cremeans of Avon High School, will be displayed in Rep. Spartz's Carmel office. The Second Runner-Up, 'Comfort Crowd,' submitted by Anthony Reyes of Lawrence North High School, will be displayed in the Anderson office.\n\nRep. Spartz is a also cosponsor of H.R. 704, the ARTS Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation that has passed the U.S. House of Representatives and would direct the Register of Copyrights to waive the copyright registration fee for winners of the Congressional Art Competition and the Congressional App Competition. This would allow student winners to access the benefits of copyright protection for their work.\n\nFor more information visit Spartz.house.gov.\n\n---------------------------------------\n\nWinner: \u2018Indiana Glass Bottles on a Counter\u2019 by Jonathan Pyle\n\nImage\n\n1st Runner Up, 'Sunday', Submitted by Emma Cremeans, Avon High School\n\nImage\n\n2nd Runner Up, 'Comfort Crowd', Submitted by Anthony Reyes, Lawrence North High School", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases/spartz-attends-ukraine-defense-lend-lease-bill-signing-white-house", "Spartz Attends Ukraine Defense Lend-Lease Bill Signing at White House", "2022-05-09", "2022", "2022-05", "Republican", "House", "IN", "Victoria Spartz", "S000929", "spartz.house.gov", "spartz", "https://spartz.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) attended the signing of the Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022 (S.3522) at the White House. The bill passed the Senate unanimously on April 06, 2022, and the U.S. House of Representatives on April 28, 2022.\n\n\u201cThis Lend-Lease Act is landmark legislation to help the people of Ukraine stop Putin\u2019s barbaric invasion and bring peace back to Europe,\u201d said Spartz. \"It is also a great gesture to commemorate WWII Victory Day when so many people paid a very high price.\u201d\n\nThe bill, as enacted, temporarily waives certain requirements related to the President's authority to lend or lease defense articles (weaponry) if such are intended for Ukraine's government, or the governments of other Eastern European countries, affected by Putin\u2019s invasion of Ukraine.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T02:29:07Z"], ["https://mrvan.house.gov/media/press-releases/mrvan-statement-national-teacher-appreciation-week", "Mrvan Statement on National Teacher Appreciation Week", "2022-05-04", "2022", "2022-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Frank J. 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