Mark B. Messmer
U.S. Representative · IN-8 · Republican
Statements and posts
69 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Secured billions in FY 2026 appropriations funding for infrastructure and projects in southern Indiana.
“I am proud to have secured billions of dollars in new funding for major projects in Indiana’s 8th Congressional District which will provide a fiscal boost to the local economy”
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Messmer Celebrates the 2026 March for Life with Remarks in the House of Representatives
Delivered remarks supporting the 2026 March for Life and pro-life legislation.
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Messmer and House Leadership Rally Behind the Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act
Rallied House Republican leadership behind child and elder care tax incentive legislation.
“The American taxpayer needs our help now more than ever to get our economy back on track – and this bill will be one small step in making that dream a reality.”
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Praised FY2026 NDAA passage for supporting military readiness and defense jobs at Crane Naval Surface Warfare Center.
“I am proud to represent Hoosiers in IN-08 and all Americans with the passage of this important legislation.”
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Messmer Introduces the Forced Abortion Prevention and Accountability Act
Introduced bill establishing federal penalties for non-consensual abortion-inducing drug administration.
“I am against abortion in most cases, but it is unconscionable to even consider tricking a woman into killing her unborn baby”
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ICYMI: Rep. Mark Messmer Joins EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin for Major Announcement on WOTUS Proposal
Joined EPA Administrator at announcement clarifying Waters of the United States rule.
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Messmer Introduces Legislation to Repeal Burdensome Biden-Era Heat Standard Rule
Introduced bill to repeal Biden-era heat standards rule for workplace safety.
“As a small business owner myself, I’ve seen how unwarranted, heavy-handed regulations can crush innovation, increase costs, and undermine the productivity of American institutions”
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Messmer Celebrates the End of the Democrat-Led Schumer Government Shutdown
Praised passage of bill ending 43-day government shutdown and restoring federal employee and benefit payments.
“Without any regard for the struggles and dire needs of the American people, Democrats shut down the federal government, and brought to a halt paychecks and important benefits families depend upon”
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Messmer Joins Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on Hoosier Farm Tour
Hosted Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins for farm tour in Indiana.
“It is an honor to host the Secretary in the Hoosier state, and I look forward to a continued fruitful partnership with the Trump Administration as we work together supporting the needs of family farmers.”
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Messmer Joins Legislation to Protect Servicemember Pay From Government Shutdowns
Announced support for legislation guaranteeing military pay during government shutdowns.
“America’s warfighters should never be forced to bear the brunt of an ill-conceived government shutdown. And although Republicans will fight to keep the government open and running, precautions must be taken in case Democrats refuse to come to the table”
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Messmer and Stauber Thank National Guard Troops with Warm Breakfast Meals
Thanked National Guard troops deployed in Washington, D.C. with breakfast.
“It was an honor to join my colleague Congressman Pete Stauber as we traveled throughout the city this morning to meet with and thank the National Guard troops stationed around the U.S. Capitol area”
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Messmer’s FAST VETS Act Passes the House of Representatives
House passed bill to make Veterans Readiness and Employment program more flexible.
“Indiana’s 8th Congressional District is home to nearly 40,000 Hoosier veterans who answered the call of duty to serve and protect our nation. I am honored to support these veterans and those across America with the resources they deserve”
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Celebrated House passage of the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act.
“Thanks to President Trump’s leadership, long gone are the days of the Biden-Harris Administration’s appeasement that have emboldened our enemies and weakened our nation’s standing in the world.”
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Announced support with Transportation Secretary for I-69 Ohio River Crossing bridge project.
“The bridge that connects southern Indiana with our friends in Kentucky will create new economic opportunities by establishing a major international freight corridor right here in Indiana’s 8th District”
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Messmer Applauds USDA Funding Grant for Volunteer Fire Departments
Applauded USDA Volunteer Fire Assistance grants for volunteer fire departments.
“Volunteer firefighters put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities, and Hoosiers are grateful for their service”
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Messmer and Indiana Federal, State, and Agriculture Leaders Celebrate New USDA Hub in Indianapolis
Celebrated USDA decision to relocate core operations hub to Indianapolis to reduce bureaucratic costs.
“I applaud President Trump’s actions to cut government waste and shrink the bureaucracy in D.C. USDA’s offices belong in the communities they serve, and Indiana is proud to welcome the hub.”
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Celebrated EPA repeal of Obama-era climate policy to reduce business regulations.
“The Endangerment Finding has long been a Democrat tool to issue burdensome regulations that ignore commonsense science in pursuit of radical Green New Deal aligned agendas”
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Messmer Questions U.S. University Leaders Regarding Antisemitic Demonstrations
Questioned university presidents about protecting Jewish students from antisemitic demonstrations on campuses.
“No American student or educator should be subjected to this kind of appalling antisemitic attack at any time, let alone when they are on campus. What is even more disturbing is that the leadership at these learning institutions are protecting the antisemite aggressors, which furthers the injustice against the victims”
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Messmer Launches Congressional Hypersonics Caucus
Launched bipartisan Congressional Hypersonics Caucus to advance hypersonic missile technology development.
“I am proud to officially launch the Congressional Hypersonics Caucus of the 119th Congress, which is dedicated to ensuring America’s leadership in the development and modernization of hypersonic missile technology”
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Messmer Supports Digital Assets Innovation
Spoke in support of bill establishing regulatory clarity for digital assets industry.
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Messmer Delivers National Security Wins in National Defense Authorization Act
Announced committee passage of 2026 National Defense Authorization Act supporting national security.
“As a member of House Armed Services Committee (HASC) in the House of Representatives, the safety and security of Hoosiers and all Americans is my top priority in an increasingly dangerous and unpredictable world”
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Messmer Supports the Abraham Accords Defense Against Terror Act
Announced sponsorship of bill providing military support to countries normalizing relations with Israel.
“President Trump is the most pro-Israel president in modern American history, and his record as a dealmaker is proving effective in the ongoing negotiation of the Abraham Accords”
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Messmer Announces Historic Wins for Indiana’s 8th District in the One Big Beautiful Bill
Celebrated H.R. 1 passage, highlighting tax savings and job opportunities for Indiana.
“The One Big Beautiful Bill is a legislative feat, and I am very impressed with the artful way President Trump successfully shepherded this bill through the House of Representatives and the United States Senate”
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Messmer Introduces the Golden Dome Act
Introduced the Golden Dome Act to create a layered missile defense system against nuclear threats.
“In a world where hostile adversaries like Russia and China present an ever-present nuclear threat, America must stand ready to prevent nuclear weapons from harming our citizens”
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Messmer Issues Statement on the Early Success of Israeli Strikes in Iran
Praised Israel's strikes on Iran as justified defense against nuclear threat.
“Iran has been attacking Israel for over 40 years, whether directly or through proxies, and has always declared that they plan to wipe Israel off the map. For this reason, Iranian leadership must never be trusted to have the capability to produce a nuclear bomb.”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.