Madam Speaker, last night, the Rules Committee met and reported out a rule, House Resolution 1333, providing for the House's consideration of four bills. First, the rule provides for H.R. 8646, the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, to be considered under a structured rule, with 26 amendments made in order. It provides 1 hour of debate, equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations or their respective designees, and provides for one motion to recommit.
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Erin Houchin
Representative · Indiana · Republican
Erin Houchin
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
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.
Mr. Speaker, in response to the accusations that have been made in this Chamber today against the President of the United States, a government contractor criminally leaked the President's private tax returns. He was convicted and sentenced to 5 years in prison. The President had every right to fight back. The President took no money from the settlement, not a single dollar. He received a formal apology. A man who has lost billions of dollars since entering politics to serve this country asked for an apology, and that is what he got.
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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