Media

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 Congressman Baird. “I was elected to Congress for this exact purpose: to help make the lives of Fourth District Hoosiers better. I am extremely proud of the support my team provides to Hoosiers in our district. They are dedicated individuals ready to assist every constituent to the best of their abilities. If you live in the Fourth District and need help navigating a federal agency, do not hesitate to call my office. We are here for you.”

From January 1st, 2026, through September 30th, 2026, Congressman Baird’s office recovered $1,971,290.65 from various federal agencies. These recoveries represent funds owed to constituents that the office helped obtain through constituent casework.

Funds Recovered by Federal Agency:

• Internal Revenue Service (IRS): $1,018,347
• Social Security Administration (SSA): $459,764
• Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): $275,117.81
• Office of Personnel Management (OPM): $136,555.84
• Department of the Treasury: $35,020
• Department of Agriculture (USDA): $29,289
• Department of Education (DOE): $9,701
• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB): $4,000
• Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS): $3,496

To receive help with a federal agency, constituents from Indiana’s Fourth District should call 317-563-5567 or click here. 

Find your Member of Congress by clicking here.