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Frank
J. Mrvan

Frank J. Mrvan is the incumbent Democratic U.S. Representative for Indiana's 1st Congressional District, first elected in 2020.

Background

Frank J. Mrvan is a Democratic U.S. Representative serving Indiana's 1st Congressional District. He was born in Hammond, Indiana, graduated from Oliver P. Morton High School in Hammond in 1987, and earned a bachelor's degree from Ball State University in 1992. Before and alongside his public service, he worked as a sales representative and mortgage broker. 14/)

Mrvan served as North Township Trustee from 2005 to 2021—a tenure of approximately 15 years—before being elected to Congress. He has represented Indiana's 1st Congressional District since January 2021. 124/)

He currently resides in Highland, Indiana, according to WFYI's 2026 voter guide. He is seeking re-election in the November 2026 general election for Indiana's 1st Congressional District. 912

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 1, Indiana
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Indiana's 1st Congressional District
Website
mrvanforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Voting record

How Frank J. Mrvan voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 3, 2023 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
1,909
missed
1.8%
with their party’s majority
95%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobs
    Retire through Ownership Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energy
    Water Resources Development Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energy
    Ratepayer Protection Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safety
    National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budget
    Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,909 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 12
    news
    Indianapolis Star reports on Mrvan's bill to restrict coal plant 'lifeline' orders

    The Indianapolis Star reported on Mrvan's Utility Affordability and Transparency Act, detailing how it would restrict DOE emergency orders keeping two Indiana coal plants running beyond planned retirement and require utilities to disclose related costs to customers.

    Indiana's 1st District Race 2026: Who's Running (IN-1) · Oct 3, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 7
    news
    Chicago Tribune reports on Mrvan's legislation targeting federal power plant orders

    The Chicago Tribune covered Mrvan's introduction of legislation aimed at restricting federal emergency orders that keep coal plants operating beyond planned retirement dates, connecting the bill to two Indiana coal plants.

    U.S. Rep. Mrvan introduces legislation against federal power plant orders · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 6
    news
    Indiana early voting begins; Mrvan on District 1 ballot against Republican Barb Regnitz

    Early voting in Indiana commenced on October 6. Mrvan is the Democratic incumbent facing Republican challenger Barb Regnitz, with Election Day set for November 3, 2026.

    Frank Mrvan (D) – IN-01 House 2026 | Smarter.Vote · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 3
    news
    Chicago Tribune reports Mrvan vs. Regnitz race; Regnitz has Trump and Johnson endorsements

    The Chicago Tribune covered the IN-01 general election matchup, noting Regnitz received endorsements from President Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson. The story described contrasting candidate appeals on affordability, jobs, and public services; no debate or poll was reported.

    Compare IN-01 House candidates 2026 | Smarter.Vote · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 2
    filing
    Mrvan introduces Utility Affordability and Transparency Act (H.R. 10687)

    Mrvan introduced H.R. 10687, which would restrict DOE emergency orders delaying power-plant retirements, require cost estimates and study of alternatives, and mandate that utilities identify related costs on customers' bills, citing struggles with heating and cooling costs in Northwest Indiana.

    Lifelines for coal plants cost millions. New legislation wants them to end · Oct 12, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 27
    news
    Mrvan says redistricting talk will not impact his work in Congress

    Mrvan publicly stated he would not allow discussions about redistricting to affect his legislative work.

  7. Sep 21
    news
    WFYI publishes 2026 voter guide for Indiana's 1st Congressional District featuring Mrvan

    WFYI's voter guide profiles Mrvan and his general-election race ahead of November 3, covering his candidacy for the Democratic incumbent seat.

    All 9 Indiana congressional seats are contested. Here's who's running. · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Jun 30
    news
    Mrvan's campaign reports ~$2.386M in receipts and ~$1.337M cash on hand through June 30

    FEC-derived figures put Mrvan's committee receipts at approximately $2.386 million and cash on hand at roughly $1.337 million as of the end of the second quarter.

    Indiana Midterm 2026 Election Results | Fox News Indiana Elections · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. May 5
    filing
    Mrvan wins Democratic primary for Indiana's 1st District with 42,519 votes

    Indiana's certified primary results list Mrvan as the Democratic nominee for the 1st District, receiving 42,519 votes.

    Indiana Midterm 2026 Election Results | Fox News Indiana Elections · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Giffords organization
    Giffords' candidate page states: 'We are proud to endorse Frank Mrvan for the US House of Representatives.' Date not shown. giffords.org
  • Communications Workers of America union
    Listed on Mrvan's campaign endorsement page. No date provided on that page. mrvanforcongress.com
  • United Steelworkers union
    Listed on Mrvan's campaign endorsement page. No date provided on that page. mrvanforcongress.com
  • American Federation of Teachers (AFT) union
    Listed on Mrvan's campaign endorsement page. No date provided on that page. mrvanforcongress.com
  • National Education Association (NEA) union
    NEA's Education Votes page lists Rep. Frank Mrvan Jr. among Indiana's recommended candidates. Date not shown. educationvotes.nea.org
  • AFSCME union
    Listed on Mrvan's campaign endorsement page. No date provided on that page. mrvanforcongress.com
  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund / Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates organization
    Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates' Indiana endorsement page identifies Mrvan as an endorsed federal candidate. Date not shown. plannedparenthoodaction.org
  • UAW Region 2B union
    Listed on Mrvan's campaign endorsement page. No date provided on that page. mrvanforcongress.com
  • League of Conservation Voters Action Fund organization
    LCV's 2025–26 endorsement page lists Frank Mrvan, IN-01, as a 2026 general-election endorsement. Announcement date not shown. lcv.org
  • SEIU union
    Listed on Mrvan's campaign endorsement page. No date provided on that page. mrvanforcongress.com
  • American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) union
    AFGE announced endorsements of Mrvan and Rep. André Carson for reelection to Congress. afge.org · Apr 28, 2026
  • Indiana Farm Bureau AgELECT and ELECT PACs organization
    Indiana Farm Bureau announced endorsements for the 2026 primary and listed Mrvan for U.S. House District 1. infarmbureau.org · Mar 30, 2026

Past elections

General election results for federal office, from the Federal Election Commission.

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2022U.S. House IN-01 · DWon112,65652.8%
2020U.S. House IN-01 · DWon185,18056.6%

Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$2.39M
Spent
$1.14M
Cash on hand
$1.34M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H0IN01150(opens in a new tab)

Sources 18

  1. [1] Lifelines for coal plants cost millions. New legislation wants them to end(opens in a new tab) Oct 12, 2026
  2. [2] All 9 Indiana congressional seats are contested. Here's who's running.(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Compare IN-01 House candidates 2026 | Smarter.Vote(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] Frank Mrvan (D) – IN-01 House 2026 | Smarter.Vote(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  5. [5] Indiana Candidate Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  6. [6] Indiana Midterm 2026 Election Results | Fox News Indiana Elections(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  7. [7] U.S. Rep. Mrvan introduces legislation against federal power plant orders(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  8. [8] Indiana's 1st District Race 2026: Who's Running (IN-1)(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  9. [9] 2026 Voter Guide: Indiana's 1st Congressional District - WFYI(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  10. [10] 2025-2026 Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Aug 28, 2026
  11. [11] Issues - Frank Mrvan(opens in a new tab) Aug 20, 2026
  12. [12] Our Recommended Candidates - Education Votes(opens in a new tab) Jul 13, 2026
  13. [13] Volunteer with Frank Mrvan for Congress!(opens in a new tab) May 2, 2026
  14. [14] U.S. Rep. District 1 candidates discuss inflation, Iran, and SAVE Act(opens in a new tab) Apr 30, 2026
  15. [15] AFGE Endorses 2 Incumbents from Indiana for Reelection ...(opens in a new tab) Apr 28, 2026
  16. [16] Indiana Farm Bureau PACs Endorse 33 Candidates for Primary(opens in a new tab) Mar 30, 2026
  17. [17] Frank Mrvan - Giffords.org(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2025
  18. [18] Endorsements - Frank Mrvan(opens in a new tab) May 16, 2025
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