Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 7890, the Science of Reading Act. Reading is a fundamental skill for future success. Last week, the Program for International Student Assessment results were published with global scores to test students' knowledge of the core subjects of reading, math, and science. Since 2018, reading scores for American students have steadily declined, dropping by 15 points. The National Assessment of Educational Progress' 12th grade scores have dropped to the lowest level since the assessment was first introduced in 1992.
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Erin Houchin
Representative · Indiana · Republican
Erin Houchin
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the National Fossil Act, a bipartisan bill I introduced with my colleague from Michigan, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell. This bill was brought to us by a renowned geologist from Hanover College within my district, Dr. Stan Totten. This has been a passion project of his and now mine. It pushes a simple idea. It would name the American mastodon our national fossil mammal and the Tyrannosaurus rex our national fossil dinosaur. They would stand as national symbols beside the bald eagle, the bison, the rose, and the oak. {time} 1530 Why the mastodon?
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize two exceptional leaders from Indiana's Ninth District, Steve and Julia Moore, whose commitment to protecting children has earned them the honor of having their names added to the founders wall at Johns Hopkins University. The founders wall honors individuals whose generosity and commitment have made a lasting impact on the mission at Johns Hopkins.
Biography
Erin Houchin began her career as a communications professional before entering public service in Indiana. Elected to represent Indiana’s 9th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2022, she prioritizes public safety, economic growth, and strengthening rural communities. Houchin serves on the House Committee on Financial Services and has advocated for legislation supporting law enforcement and broadband expansion. She approaches her work with a focus on practical solutions and responsive representation for her district.
Education
- B.A. in Psychology, Indiana University at Bloomington, Bloomington, IN
- M.A. in Political Management, George Washington University, Washington, DC
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2023-PresentRepresenting Indiana's 9th district
Member, Indiana Senate
2015–22Staffer, U.S. senator Dan Coats
2011–14Social Worker
Business Owner
Policy Focus
Congress28%
Education18%
Health10%
Labor and Employment8%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Erin Houchin's record in Congress.
Childcare and Family Support
Introduced the Child Care Investment Act to expand tax credits for working families' childcare expenses.
Rural Broadband Expansion
Advocated for increased federal funding to expand high-speed internet access in rural Indiana communities.
Fentanyl Trafficking Legislation
Co-sponsored the HALT Fentanyl Act to permanently schedule fentanyl analogues as controlled substances.
Veterans' Mental Health
Supported legislation to improve mental health resources and suicide prevention programs for veterans.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on Rules
- House Committee on the Budget
- House Committee on Energy and Commerce
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