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U.S. Representative, 8th Congressional District
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Mark Messmer

Candidate for U.S. Representative, 8th Congressional District

RepublicanIncumbent

Background

Occupation
U.S. Representative; small business owner
Lives in
Jasper
Campaign website
markmessmer.com

U.S. Representative for Indiana's 8th District since 2025, serving on the Armed Services, Agriculture, and Education and Workforce committees. A Jasper small business owner, he served in the Indiana House from 2008 to 2014 and the Indiana Senate from 2014 to 2024.

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Photo: Official portrait — U.S. House of Representatives

Documented positions

Taxes & budget

  • Supports the 2025 tax law and further tax cutsIn office

    Hosted an August 2026 event in Terre Haute with Rep. Rudy Yakym on the One Big Beautiful Bill's tax provisions.

    Messmer Hosts Tax Event Highlighting the Benefits of the One Big Beautiful Bill

    Public statement · Office of Rep. Mark Messmer · Aug 21, 2026 · messmer.house.gov

    “The One Big Beautiful Bill prevented the largest tax increase in history from crushing hard-working Americans … new ways we can deliver relief with future tax cuts”
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Public safety

  • Introduced a bill to replace aging Ready Reserve sealift shipsIn office

    The Ready Reserve Force Modernization Accountability Act directs the Navy and Maritime Administration to finalize designs for new sealift vessels; a companion to S. 4630.

    Messmer Introduces Bill to Advance Ready Reserve Force Modernization

    Public statement · Office of Rep. Mark Messmer · Sep 24, 2026 · messmer.house.gov

    “We need to replace its aging ships so our military can continue to move troops, equipment, and supplies wherever they are needed.”
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  • Supports the House-passed FY2027 defense authorization billIn office

    He highlighted funding for programs at Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane.

    Messmer Celebrates Passage of the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act in the House of Representatives

    Public statement · Office of Rep. Mark Messmer · Jul 22, 2026 · messmer.house.gov

    “I am pleased the House has passed the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act”
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Economy & jobs

  • Sponsored a bill repealing proposed federal workplace heat rulesIn office

    The Heat Workforce Standards Act (H.R. 6213), aimed at OSHA's proposed heat injury and illness rule, cleared the Education and Workforce Committee in July 2026.

    House Education and Workforce Committee Passes Messmer Deregulation Legislation

    Public statement · Office of Rep. Mark Messmer · Jul 21, 2026 · messmer.house.gov

    “rolling back more of the unnecessary Biden-era regulations that hamper America's development and expansion”
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Health & human services

Government & transparency

Other issues in this race

Other candidates in this race addressed these topics. We found no documented position from Mark Messmer on them.

  • EducationNo documented position found.
  • HousingNo documented position found.

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