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Congressman Baird rode aboard a replica of the Vietnam-era gun truck “Brutus,” traveling down Constitution Avenue, Sunday, as part of the National Veterans Parade. The parade honored all those who have defended America throughout our nation’s 250-year history. Joining Congressman Baird aboard Brutus was Roger Blink, replica builder of Brutus and driver of the original gun truck, Indiana State Repr... Read More »

A replica of the Vietnam-era gun truck “Brutus” traveled down Constitution Avenue on November 8, as part of the National Veterans Parade, honoring the soldiers who defended American supply convoys during the Vietnam War. The tribute had personal significance for U.S. Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04). The Congressman served as a convoy commander for the 523rd Transportation Company. The company is kno... Read More »

A replica of the Vietnam-era gun truck “Brutus” will travel down Constitution Avenue on November 8, 2026, as part of the National Veterans Parade, honoring the soldiers who defended American supply convoys during the Vietnam War. WHAT: “Brutus” replica participating in the National Veterans Parade WHEN: Sunday, November 8, 2026; parade begins at noon ET WHERE: Constitution Ave., Washington, D.C., ... Read More »

By Congressman Jim Baird and State Representative Beau Baird. When most Americans pick up a package of sliced cheese at their local grocery store, they probably don’t give much thought to where it came from or the people and technology involved in getting it onto the shelf. But right here in west-central Indiana, hundreds of Hoosiers are helping make that possible every day. During a recent tour o... Read More »

Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04), announced that his office helped return more than $1.97 million in federal funds to residents of Indiana’s Fourth District during the first nine months of 2026. This includes funds from the IRS, Social Security Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Education, and other federal agencies. “Serving constituents is my highest priority,” said Congr... Read More »

Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) introduced H.R. 10795, the Sudan IMPACT Act, to establish an agricultural and minerals partnership between the United States and Sudan, tied to Sudanese improvements in civilian protection. The Sudan Investing in Minerals, Partnership, Agriculture, Commerce, and Trade (IMPACT) Act would provide American agricultural and mining equipment, technology, and expertise in e... Read More »

Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on voting for H.R. 6500 a continuing resolution (CR), to fund the federal government, continue paying federal employees, and avoid a harmful government shutdown. “The American people deserve a government that functions without interruption,” said Rep. Baird. “Congress must responsibly address spending while keeping the government open,... Read More »

Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) announced the application process for nominations to U.S. service academies has opened for the 2026-27 school year. Exceptional student leaders and scholar-athletes in Indiana's Fourth Congressional District may be nominated by Congressman Baird to one of four U.S. Service Academies – U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy (West Po... Read More »

Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) announced that the 2026 Congressional App Challenge has officially launched. The Congressional App Challenge engages student creativity and encourages participation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education fields. This nationwide event allows high school and middle school students from across the country to compete against their peers by creating ... Read More »

Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) awarding Purdue University three grants totaling more than $818,000. “Purdue University is a premier research and educational institution,” said Congressman Baird. “The grants from IMLS help develop library and archival programs across our country. The Purdue library system ... Read More »

Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement after four of his bills, the No Official Palestine Entry (NOPE) Act, Passports for Purple Hearts and Medals of Honor Act, Tech Diplomacy Training Act, and FORGE Act, passed out of the House Foreign Affairs Committee yesterday, as part of a comprehensive package to modernize U.S. State Department policies. “I am proud to see my legislat... Read More »

Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) introduced H.R. 9663 the State Standing Committee Act. This bill establishes a State Standing Committee to advise the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The committee would give on-the-ground experience from each state and region counseling EPA decisions. "The federal government always does better when local input is paramount in its decision making," said ... Read More »

Two hundred and fifty years ago, our Founding Fathers declared our independence from Great Britain. In the two-and-a-half centuries since, American pioneers conquered the frontier, fought for freedom across oceans and continents, split the atom, and put a man on the moon. Yet, our greatest achievement remains the same: establishing a government of the people, by the people, for the people. As our ... Read More »

Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) recently joined President Donald Trump as he awarded Major Nicholas Dockery with the Medal of Honor for his heroism in Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Congressman Baird sponsored the Nicholas Dockery Medal of Honor Act to award Major Dockery with the highest military decoration of the U.S. Armed Forces. This legislation was signed into law by Pre... Read More »

Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announcing the opening of funding opportunities for the Research Facilities Act program, which received $125 million in annual funding through the Working Families Tax Cuts: “Our land-grant universities are among the best in the world and provide cutting-edge research and innovation t... Read More »