Biography
Frank J. Mrvan, born on April 16, 1969, in Hammond, Indiana, is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving Indiana's 1st congressional district since January 3, 2021. Prior to his congressional tenure, Mrvan served as the North Township Trustee for 15 years, where he focused on providing social services and community support. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Jane, and they have two daughters, Genevieve and Scarlett.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Ball State University
Political Experience
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North Township Trustee : Managed social services and community programs in Northwest Indiana.
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U.S. Representative for Indiana's 1st Congressional District : Elected to Congress in 2020, succeeding Pete Visclosky.
- Committee Assignments:
- House Committee on Veterans' Affairs:
- Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations
- Member of the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity
- House Committee on Education and the Workforce:
- Member of the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions
- Caucus Memberships:
- Vice-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus
- Member of the Congressional Caucus for the Equal Rights Amendment
- Member of the Congressional Equality Caucus
- Legislative Achievements:
- Introduced and saw the passage of several bills into law, including:
- Department of Veteran Affairs Expiring Authorities Act
- VA Electronic Health Record Transparency Act
- Strengthening VA Cybersecurity Act
- Dignity for Military Sexual Trauma Survivors Act
- Advocated for the Inflation Reduction Act, focusing on lowering prescription drug costs and investing in clean energy.
- Supported the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, emphasizing investments in public transportation and infrastructure projects in Northwest Indiana. ,
Mrvan's legislative focus includes supporting veterans, enhancing public education, protecting the environment, and defending women's reproductive rights. His commitment to these issues reflects his dedication to serving the diverse needs of his constituents in Northwest Indiana.
