U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 8th District
Mark B. Messmer
Position · +0.54
- In office
- House 2025–now
1 year in CongressMore senior than 3% of the House - Breaks on
- Economics and Public Finance 6%
- Armed Forces & National Security 3%
- Committees
- Agriculture
- Armed Services
- Education and Workforce
- Bills on
- Labor and Employment
- Agriculture and Food
- Education
- Age
- 58
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- DMary Theresa Allen$295K
Bottom line
Sponsored 16 bills this Congress; none has passed the House yet.
Where Messmer has influence
Roles
No committee leadership roles.
- Agriculture · 26th in seniority on the majority side
- Armed Services · 27th in seniority on the majority side
- Education and Workforce · 20th in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 6213 Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2025 · Out of committee
- H.R. 7720 Child Care Payment Integrity and Fraud Accountability Act of 2026 · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Messmer’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Messmer breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Messmer voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for House Republicans.
- Economics and Public Finance 6% · 3 of 49 party 7%
- Armed Forces & National Security 3% · 1 of 38 party 3%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Messmer broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Messmer is saying
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Messmer Introduces Bill to Advance Ready Reserve Force Modernization
Introduced bill to modernize Navy's Ready Reserve Force sealift vessels.
“Our adversaries should think twice before challenging the United States because they know we can bring a logistical force to a fight that is unmatched anywhere in the world.”
Military ReadinessAI-read
Mentions S. 4630
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Messmer Hosts Tax Event Highlighting the Benefits of the One Big Beautiful Bill
Today, Rep. Mark Messmer (R-IN) hosted a Tax Event alongside Rep. Rudy Yakym (R-IN) to discuss how the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) is delivering lasting tax relief for Hoosier families, workers, seniors, and small businesses.
“The One Big Beautiful Bill prevented the largest tax increase in history from crushing hard-working Americans, while making many pro-growth tax policies permanent for all families and businesses.”
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Messmer Highlights Indiana’s Workforce Development Leadership at Apprenticeship Roundtable
Today, Rep. Mark Messmer (R-IN) hosted an Apprenticeship Roundtable at Ivy Tech Community College in Evansville to discuss how Indiana’s nationally recognized apprenticeship model can help strengthen workforce development nationwide.
“Indiana has demonstrated that strong partnerships between employers, educators, and government can prepare workers for rewarding careers while meeting the needs of our economy.”
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Messmer Convenes Roundtable to Discuss Services for America’s Veterans
Today, Rep. Mark Messmer (R-IN) convened a Hoosier Veterans Roundtable at Vincennes University, bringing together local, state, and federal veterans organizations to discuss services and care for Hoosier veterans.
“Our veterans fulfilled their commitment to America, and we will always fulfill ours to them.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Messmer voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 272 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Messmer’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 16
- Action in committee 7
- Action beyond committee 2
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
16 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 1 significant (got a roll call vote), 15 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 17 sponsored billsSponsored 17 (House median 25) · cosponsored 229 (median 289), 68 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Labor and Employment, Agriculture and Food, Education.
- H.R. 10577 To prioritize the finalization of design requirements for new Ready Reserve Force vessels, and for other purposes.Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9859 Ethical Investigations and Integrity ActLabor and Employment · Introduced Jul 22, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9128 CFTC Protection of Information and Data Act of 2026Establishes data protection and information handling requirements for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. AI-readFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced Jun 3, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6466 Forced Abortion Prevention and Accountability ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Apr 21, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8181 Critical Industry Skills ActLabor and Employment · Introduced Apr 2, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6213 Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2025Prohibits OSHA from finalizing or enforcing a heat injury prevention workplace standard. AI-readLabor and Employment · Introduced Mar 24, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 7720 Child Care Payment Integrity and Fraud Accountability Act of 2026Requires states to verify child care provider payments and hold providers accountable for fraud. AI-readFamilies · Introduced Mar 3, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 7547 DOD and USDA Interagency Research ActEstablishes research collaboration between Department of Defense and Department of Agriculture. AI-readAgriculture and Food · Introduced Feb 12, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 156 | 88% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 69 | 62% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 57 | 72% |
| Energy | 38 | 76% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 85% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 76% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 30 | 87% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 86% |
| Commerce | 26 | 88% |
| International Affairs | 25 | 48% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Sector | 24 | 79% |
| Education | 16 | 63% |
| Immigration | 16 | 75% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 71% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 45% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 11 | 100% |
| Health | 8 | 63% |
| Taxation | 8 | 100% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% |
| Law | 7 | 71% |
| Emergency Management | 6 | 100% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 80% |
| Animals | 4 | 75% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% |
| Procedural | 4 | 25% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 100% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 50% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 100% |
How often Messmer voted with Republicans on each issue is part of Pro.
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RMike JohnsonLA-4100%agreement
- RMatt Van EppsTN-799%agreement
- RDan CrenshawTX-299%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Messmer most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Messmer’s campaign raised $1.2M: $257K (22%) from individuals and $421K (36%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $714K.
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 Messmer
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 163.
- American Council of Engineering Companies Trade association PAC
- National Beer Wholesalers Association Trade association PAC
- Buckeye Victory Fund Member’s leadership PAC
See how much each organization gave Messmer 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 inMessmer’s own leadership PAC: Indianaengrpac. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Résumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, IN-8Republican2025–present
Seat
- State
- Indiana
- District
- 8
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 58
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-4636
1208 Longworth House Office Building - District offices
- Evansville, Jasper
- Website
- messmer.house.gov
- CongressmanMessmer
- HouseRepublicans
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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