Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement after his bill, the Department of Energy and National Science Foundation Interagency Research Act, unanimously passed in the U.S. House of Representatives. “Operating in a silo is never the best practice, especially when conducting scientific research,” said Rep. Baird. “I’m pleased the… Read more »

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement after voting against expelling former Congressman George Santos (NY-03) from the U.S. House of Representatives.  “Only two other Members of Congress have been expelled since the Civil War. In both cases, each Member was convicted of a crime. Congressman Santos’ pattern of deception is… Read more »

Washington, D.C. - Today, a landmark bill led by Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) and Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) passed unanimously out of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The Quantum Instrumentation for Science and Engineering Act is a bipartisan effort to accelerate research and development in quantum science by making grants available for universities… Read more »

Crawfordsville, IN – Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) and State Representative Beau Baird (HD-44) held a roundtable discussion on agriculture with concerned stakeholders in Crawfordsville. This meeting brought together local producers eager to learn more about developments at the state and federal levels that will impact their farming operations, especially as Congress completes… Read more »

Greencastle, IN – Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) and State Representative Beau Baird (HD-44) visited South Putnam High School in Greencastle in observance of Veterans Day and to speak with students about the meaning of service. The two leaders addressed the school to help the students better understand our government and how they can have a positive impact on their community.… Read more »

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) voted in favor of the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act to send military and humanitarian assistance to Israel and protect American lives in the wake of the unprovoked attack by Hamas terrorists. “The attack on Israel represents an existential threat to the safety and security of our greatest ally in the Middle… Read more »

Zionsville, IN - Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) met with members of the Zionsville High School Young Republicans to discuss challenges facing Indiana’s youth and listen to their perspective on the issues facing our country. “It is a privilege to meet so many dedicated students eager to make an impact on their state and their country,” said Rep. Baird. “These young Americans… Read more »

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement after casting his vote for Congressman Mike Johnson (LA-04) for Speaker. Speaker Johnson subsequently won the election and will go on to serve as the 56th Speaker of the House. “I’m very pleased that our Conference came together to elect Speaker Johnson,” said Rep. Baird. “Now that Republicans… Read more »

Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) and Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) introduced the Quantum Instrumentation for Science and Engineering Act. This legislation will direct the National Science Foundation to award grants to universities and nonprofit organizations to upgrade their research facilities and improve access to research resources in… Read more »

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement after two bills he promoted were signed into law by President Joe Biden. Among several bills signed by the president were H.R. 5110, the Protecting Hunting Heritage and Education Act, and S.112, which strengthens benefits for the children of Vietnam veterans born with spina bifida. “I’m pleased… Read more »