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Jefferson
Shreve

Republican incumbent U.S. Rep. Jefferson Shreve seeks reelection in Indiana's 6th Congressional District in 2026.

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18
positions
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endorsements
9
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Opponent Cynthia (Cinde) Wirth D Compare race →

Background

Jefferson Shreve is the U.S. Representative for Indiana's 6th Congressional District, serving in the 119th Congress. He is a Republican from Indianapolis who won his first congressional term after previously serving two terms on the Indianapolis City-County Council (2013–2016 and 2018–2019). 25

Before entering politics, Shreve founded Storage Express, a self-storage and real-estate company he expanded across multiple states before merging it into a national company. He also co-owned the software business e-Tracker, invested as an operating partner in oil and gas wells, and invested in farm and ranch land. 2

Shreve was educated at Indiana University, earned a master's degree in international studies and diplomacy from the University of London, and holds an MBA in agribusiness from Purdue University. He and his wife live on Indianapolis's Southside. 25

Shreve is seeking reelection in 2026 as the incumbent representative for Indiana's 6th Congressional District. His campaign committee operates under the name "Shreve for Congress." 16

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 6, Indiana
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Indiana's 6th Congressional District
Website
shreve.house.gov(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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

Voting record

How Jefferson Shreve voted in Congress: 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 3, 2025 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
674
missed
1.8%
with their party’s majority
99%

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)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • 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)
    Yes
  • 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 674 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 11
    news
    2026 race confirmed as Shreve–Wirth rematch from 2024

    FOX59 reported that the 2026 general election in Indiana's 6th Congressional District is a rematch between Republican incumbent Jefferson Shreve and Democrat Cynthia 'Cinde' Wirth, whom Shreve defeated in 2024.

    Election 2026: Indiana's Sixth Congressional District Race · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 6
    news
    Early voting opens statewide in Indiana ahead of November 3 general election

    Indiana's general-election early voting began statewide on October 6, 2026. The general election, in which Shreve faces Democrat Cinde Wirth, is scheduled for November 3, 2026.

    Early voting begins for Indiana's general election. What to know. · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 5
    news
    Shreve makes his reelection case, citing Appropriations Committee work and district priorities

    In a candidate interview with The Reflector, Shreve said 'I'm asking the voters in the sixth district to give me a second term,' and argued he was prepared to continue serving on the Appropriations Committee. He cited public safety in Marion County and access to quality health care in rural communities as key district challenges.

    Indiana's Sixth Congressional District – Jefferson Shreve · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 1
    news
    Shreve introduces Stop SIM Box Scams Act to ban scam-call disguising devices

    Shreve introduced the Stop SIM Box Scams Act (H.R. 10705), which would prohibit the use of SIM boxes—devices that disguise scam calls as local numbers—and direct the FCC to coordinate with federal law enforcement. The bill was introduced with Democratic cosponsors and referred to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Shreve stated: 'I wrote this bill to stop scammers from using these machines to pose as our neighbors.'

    Shreve Introduces Bill to Ban Scam Call Machines · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Jun 30
    news
    Shreve campaign reports approximately $2.43 million raised through June 30

    FEC data reported by WFYI showed Shreve's campaign had raised about $2.43 million as of June 30, 2026. No later fundraising figures were available in the sources reviewed.

    2026 Voter Guide: Indiana's 6th Congressional District - WFYI · Sep 23, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. May 1
    filing
    Shreve wins Republican primary with 53.1% against Sarah Janisse Brown

    Jefferson Shreve won the May 2026 Republican primary with 53.1% of the vote against challenger Sarah Janisse Brown, who received 46.9%. Cynthia 'Cinde' Wirth simultaneously won the Democratic primary with 58.7%.

    Election 2026: Indiana's Sixth Congressional District Race · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Federal PAC and NFIB Indiana organization
    Listed as endorsers on Shreve's 2026 general-election iVoterGuide profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • American Israel Public Affairs Committee PAC (AIPAC PAC) organization
    Listed as an endorser on Shreve's 2026 general-election iVoterGuide profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Indiana Chamber of Commerce IBRG organization
    Listed as an endorser on Shreve's 2026 general-election iVoterGuide profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Donald Trump official
    Endorsed Shreve per a September 9, 2026 Washington Examiner report on Trump's 2026 endorsements; exact date of endorsement not given in the source. washingtonexaminer.com
  • Huck PAC organization
    Listed as an endorser on Shreve's 2026 general-election iVoterGuide profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    Endorsed Shreve for re-election to Indiana's Sixth District. uschamber.com · Aug 21, 2026
  • Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America Candidate Fund organization
    Endorsed Shreve for re-election. sbaprolife.org · Apr 7, 2026
  • National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) organization
    Endorsed Shreve for re-election, as reported by the Indiana State Rifle and Pistol Association. isrpa.org · Apr 6, 2026
  • Indiana Farm Bureau ELECT PAC organization
    Endorsed Shreve for the 2026 primary, announced March 30, 2026. infarmbureau.org · Mar 30, 2026

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$2.43M
Spent
$950K
Cash on hand
$1.61M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H4IN06185(opens in a new tab)

Sources 18

  1. [1] Election 2026: Indiana's Sixth Congressional District Race(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  2. [2] All nine Indiana congressional seats are contested. Here's ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  3. [3] Jefferson Shreve iVoterGuide Profile(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] Team Shreve(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  5. [5] Early voting begins for Indiana's general election. What to know.(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  6. [6] Indiana's Sixth Congressional District – Jefferson Shreve(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  7. [7] Shreve Introduces Bill to Ban Scam Call Machines(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  8. [8] 2026 Voter Guide: Indiana's 6th Congressional District - WFYI(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2026
  9. [9] Here's where Trump's 2026 endorsements stand after the primaries(opens in a new tab) Sep 9, 2026
  10. [10] U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Jefferson Shreve for ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 21, 2026
  11. [11] Jefferson Shreve discusses constituent outreach and legislative efforts in recent social media posts - Indy Standard(opens in a new tab) Jun 22, 2026
  12. [12] Leading Nat'l Pro-Life Group Endorses Rep. Jefferson ...(opens in a new tab) Apr 7, 2026
  13. [13] NRA Endorses Representative Jefferson Shreve(opens in a new tab) Apr 6, 2026
  14. [14] Indiana Farm Bureau PACs Endorse 33 Candidates for Primary(opens in a new tab) Mar 30, 2026
  15. [15] Congressman Shreve's Statement on the House-Passed Budget ...(opens in a new tab) May 22, 2025
  16. [16] Congressman Shreve Honors National Police Week, Supporting Crucial Measures For Hoosier Law Enforcement(opens in a new tab) May 16, 2025
  17. [17] Congressman Shreve Highlights Early Wins in His First 100 Days of Office(opens in a new tab) Apr 14, 2025
  18. [18] Votes and Legislation | Representative Jefferson Shreve(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2025
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