U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 1st District
Frank J. Mrvan
Position · −0.30
- In office
- House 2021–now
5 years in CongressMore senior than 36% of the House - Breaks on
- Education 42%
- Crime and Law Enforcement 36%
- Committees
- Appropriations
- Bills on
- Taxation
- Housing and Community Development
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Age
- 57
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- RBarb Regnitz$2.4M
- RJennifer-Ruth Green$172K
- RJames Schenke$59K
- RDavid Benyamin Ruiz$1K
Bottom line
Where Mrvan has influence
Bills on the move
None of Mrvan’s bills has left committee this Congress.
Talks most about
Stories in Mrvan’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Mrvan breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Mrvan voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Education 42% · 5 of 12 party 0%
- Crime and Law Enforcement 36% · 8 of 22 party 4%
- Government Operations and Politics 31% · 5 of 16 party 6%
Every issue Pro See all 12 issues where Mrvan has broken with Democrats, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Try ProNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Mrvan broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026On Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments · This bill imposes a variety of sanctions, tariffs, and prohibitions related to Russia, extends an Iran-related sanctions law, and expands a…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans ActOn Passage · This bill reauthorizes through 2031 the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) authority to carry out demonstration projects within the…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Main Street Capital Access ActOn Passage · Main Street Capital Access Act or the Main Street ActBroke w/ party | Yea |
| Jul 15, 2026 | 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 | Nay |
| Jun 11, 2026 | Condemning actors seeking to defraud the United States Government, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that governmentwide fraud and improper payment prevention reforms will meaningfully improve the financial prosperity of the United States, and that Federal program eligibility should be verified before payment.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This resolution condemns the actions of those seeking to defraud the U.S. government.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Fraud Prevention and Accountability ActOn Passage · This bill (1) assigns financial integrity, improper payment prevention, and spending transparency functions to the Bureau of the Fiscal…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jun 10, 2026 | No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026On Passage · This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to establish an identity fraud detection system for the Free Application for Federal…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| May 21, 2026 | Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026On Passage · This bill expands specified benefits programs for veterans and their survivors and establishes a supplemental monthly allowance for certain…Broke w/ party | Yea |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Mrvan is saying
All 9 statements and posts-
Mrvan Announces 2026 Congressional App Challenge
Announced 2026 Congressional App Challenge for middle and high school students in Indiana's First District.
“I am thrilled to announce the 2026 Congressional App Challenge is now open to middle and high school students who are passionate about computer science and technology. This annual competition is a fantastic hands-on opportunity for students to code their own app and learn more about the STEM field. I look forward to…”
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Mrvan Convenes Second Agriculture Advisory Council Meeting
Convened second Agriculture Advisory Council meeting to discuss farmer challenges and legislative priorities.
“we must give our farmers the stability they need to keep feeding America.”
Agriculture and FoodAI-read
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Mrvan Sends Letter to USPS on Proposed Permanent Closure of Wheeler Post Office
Sent letter to USPS urging alternative to permanent closure of Wheeler Post Office.
“I appreciate your attention to this matter, and I stand ready to work together to ensure Indiana’s First Congressional District receives reliable, efficient, and consistent access to postal services.”
Constituent ServicesAI-read
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Mrvan Requests Federal Investigation into NWI Power Outages
Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan sent a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requesting an investigation into the power outages following the derecho that struck Northwest Indiana on August 11, 2026.
“I appreciate your consideration of this request and your commitment to ensuring the reliability and resilience of our nation’s electric grid. I also request that FERC coordinate, as appropriate, with the IURC, NIPSCO, state emergency-management officials, and other relevant stakeholders to implement the lessons learned…”
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Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan introduced the PRO-WORK (Preventing Revenue Opportunities for Workplace Lockouts and Retaliation) Act, which would prohibit corporations that lock out their workers from doing business with the federal government.
“Members of organized labor built our region and are the backbone of our economy. International, off-shore companies cannot continue to disrespect American workers while benefitting from federal funding and tax credits. I am taking this action to prevent any company that locks out American workers from receiving our tax…”
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Mrvan Statement on FEMA Approval of Major Disaster Declaration
Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the statement below following the approval from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) of the State of Indiana’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration from the storms of August 11, 2026.
“My office will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes available and will remain engaged with FEMA, state and local officials, and our communities throughout the recovery process.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Mrvan voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 416 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Mrvan’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 4
- Action in committee 1
- Action beyond committee 0
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
4 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 4 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
Sponsored 4 (House median 25) · cosponsored 273 (median 289), 88 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Taxation, Housing and Community Development, Armed Forces and National Security.
- H.R. 10687 To modify the emergency authority under section 202(c) of the Federal Power Act to increase transparency for ratepayers and prohibit orders that prevent or delay the retirement of power plants.Introduced Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10194 PRO–WORK ActTaxation · Introduced Aug 31, 2026 Introduced
- H.R. 6217 Revitalize Our Neighborhoods Act of 2025Housing and Community Development · Introduced Nov 20, 2025 In committee
- H.R. 3359 Veterans’ Security and Pay Transparency ActRequires transparency and security measures for veterans' pay and personal information. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced May 13, 2025 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 155 | 15% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 29% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 59 | 42% |
| Energy | 37 | 41% |
| Environmental Protection | 32 | 44% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 30 | 67% |
| Commerce | 27 | 81% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 27 | 74% |
| International Affairs | 26 | 92% |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 68% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 25 | 56% |
| Education | 16 | 56% |
| Immigration | 14 | 57% |
| Agriculture and Food | 13 | 54% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 82% |
| Health | 8 | 75% |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% |
| Law | 7 | 43% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% |
| Native Americans | 4 | 100% |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 100% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% |
How often Mrvan voted with Democrats on each issue is part of Pro.
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DEleanor Holmes NortonDC-AL99%agreement
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL99%agreement
- DStacey E. PlaskettVI-AL97%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Mrvan most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Mrvan’s campaign raised $2.4M: $1.2M (52%) from individuals and $1.0M (43%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $1.3M.
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 Mrvan
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 315.
- Aguilar Member’s leadership PAC
- Am General Corporate PAC
- American Association for Justice Membership group PAC
See how much each organization gave Mrvan this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inMrvan’s own leadership PAC: Region Leadership PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Mrvan’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, IN-1Democrat2021–present
Seat
- State
- Indiana
- District
- 1
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 57
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-2461
2441 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Merrillville
- Website
- mrvan.house.gov
- RepMrvan
Elsewhere
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