U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 9th District
Erin Houchin
Position · +0.62
- In office
- House 2023–now
3 years in CongressMore senior than 18% of the House - Breaks on
- Armed Forces and National Security 5% · Economics and Public Finance 2%
- Committees
- Energy and Commerce · Rules · Budget
- Bills on
- Education · Congress · Health
- Age
- 50
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- DTimothy Peck$172K
- DJames Henry Graham$128K
- DBradley Allen Meyer$106K
- DKeil Louis Roark$28K
- LTonya L Hudson$2K
Where Houchin has influence
Roles
No committee leadership roles.
- Energy and Commerce · 22nd in seniority on the majority side
- Rules · 5th in seniority on the majority side
- Budget · 18th in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 9191 National Fossil Act of 2026 · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 7890 Science of Reading Act of 2026 · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 4950 Data BRIDGE Act · Out of committee
- H.R. 2555 Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2026 · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Houchin’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Houchin breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Houchin voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for House Republicans.
- Armed Forces and National Security 5% · 2 of 38 party 3%
- Economics and Public Finance 2% · 1 of 48 party 7%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Houchin broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 09/15/26 | Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This bill reauthorizes through FY2029 a diesel emissions reduction program under which the Environmental Protection Agency provides grants,…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 07/22/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/15/26 | Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Amendment · National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 01/13/26 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2988) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to specify requirements concerning the consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2262) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude certain activities from hours worked, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2270) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exclude child and dependent care services and payments from the rate used to compute overtime compensation; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2312) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to revise the definition of the term ''tipped employee'', and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4366) to clarify the treatment of 2 or more employers as joint employers under the National Labor Relations Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.On Ordering the Previous Question · This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 2988) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to… | Not voting |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Houchin is saying
All 10 statements and posts-
ICYMI: Rep Houchin Bills to Combat Scams, Expand Broadband Advance to House Floor
Advanced two bills to combat scams and expand broadband access through House Energy and Commerce Committee.
“Fraud is a massive and growing threat that costs Americans billions of dollars every year.”
Fraud EnforcementAI-read
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Rep. Houchin Bill to Improve Literacy Education Practices Passes House
Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7890, the Science of Reading Act of 2026.
“Reading is the foundation of learning, and we cannot accept declining literacy rates as the status quo. The Science of Reading Act will equip classrooms with proven methods to ensure every student can read. Indiana has shown that the Science of Reading works, and I’m proud to see this important legislation pass the…”
Mentions H.R. 7890
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Houchin Bill to Name American Mastodon and T. Rex National Symbols Passes House
Today, H.R. 9191, the National Fossil Act, led by Congresswoman Erin Houchin (R-IN-09) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) passed the House of Representatives.
“The mastodon has been Indiana's state fossil since 2022, and today the House voted to give it a place among our national symbols.”
Mentions H.R. 9191
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Congresswoman Erin Houchin (R-IN-09) and Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D-MA-04) today introduced the 16 & Up Social Media Act, bipartisan legislation that establishes a national age standard of 16 for social media platforms.
“Every parent knows the feeling of watching a child disappear into a screen.”
Mentions H.R. 7757 · voted Yea Jun 29, 2026, roll 588
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Rep. Houchin Applauds Announcement of Nuclear Microreactor at NWS Crane to Develop Energy Resilience
Today, Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) celebrated the Department of War’s announcement that Naval Weapons Station (NWS) Crane will host Indiana's first advanced nuclear Micro Modular Reactor (MMR), with installation planned no later than…
“Crane is a unique and valuable asset to our National Defense Portfolio and this investment demonstrates that Indiana is at the forefront of unleashing American energy.”
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Reps. Houchin and Kelly Bill to Close Rural Broadband Gaps Clears Subcommittee Markup
Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) and Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02)’s bipartisan bill, the Data Broadband Reporting and Integration Deployment in Geographically Essential Areas (Data BRIDGE) Act, was reported today favorably out of the…
“Our farmers depend on access to reliable broadband to stay competitive in a modern economy.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Houchin voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 84 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Houchin’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 37
- Action in committee 12
- Action beyond committee 6
- Passed chamber 4
- Became law 0
37 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 1 significant (got a roll call vote), 36 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 49 sponsored billsSponsored 49 (House median 25) · cosponsored 210 (median 289), 15 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Education, Congress, Health.
- H.R. 10337 16 & Up Social Media ActCommerce · Introduced Sep 10, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7875 POINTS Act of 2026Health · Introduced Sep 4, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10207 GUARDIAN ActCommerce · Introduced Sep 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10113 New IDEA ActEducation · Introduced Aug 17, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9908 Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement ActScience, Technology, Communications · Introduced Jul 23, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9191 National Fossil Act of 2026Unknown; bill summary not yet available. AI-readGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Jul 13, 2026 Passed a chamber
- H.R. 9469 Outcomes-Based Financing (OBF) for Students ActFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced Jun 25, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9247 ON TIME ActModifies Veterans Affairs health care or benefits delivery requirements or timelines. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Jun 10, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 156 | 89% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 68 | 71% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 61 | 80% | Pro |
| Energy | 38 | 76% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 70% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 32 | 88% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 29 | 86% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 82% | Pro |
| Commerce | 26 | 92% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 26 | 50% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 80% | Pro |
| Immigration | 16 | 75% | Pro |
| Education | 15 | 60% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 71% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 45% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 11 | 100% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 63% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 100% | Pro |
| Law | 7 | 71% | Pro |
| Taxation | 7 | 100% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Animals | 4 | 75% | Pro |
| Families | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 4 | 75% | Pro |
| Procedural | 4 | 25% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 100% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RMike JohnsonLA-4100%agreement
- RBarry LoudermilkGA-1198%agreement
- RMark B. MessmerIN-897%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Houchin most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Start with a free account Log inCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Houchin’s campaign raised $1.9M: $343K (18%) from individuals and $1.0M (56%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $1.2M.
Through Jun 30, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds Houchin
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 292.
- American Council of Engineering Companies Trade association PAC
- National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors Trade association PAC
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Membership group PAC
See how much each organization gave Houchin this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, IN-9Republican2023–present
Seat
- State
- Indiana
- District
- 9
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 50
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-5315
342 Cannon House Office Building - District offices
- Salem
- Website
- houchin.house.gov
- RepHouchin
- rephouchin
Elsewhere
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