Congressman Frank Mrvan to Receive Legislative Excellence Award for Small Business Advocacy

Merrillville, IN — The U.S. Minority Contractors Association (USMCA), Indiana-Kentucky Chapter and member F.H. Paschen, today announced that United States Congressman Frank Mrvan (IN-1) has received the 2025 National Legislative Excellence Award. The presentation took place at the newly-opened F.H. Paschen Merrillville office, located within the Congressman’s district. This award recognizes Congressman Mrvan’s steadfast commitment to the success of small, disadvantaged businesses and contractors throughout the country and right here in Indiana.

The award specifically recognizes Congressman Mrvan’s efforts to champion the legislative priorities of small construction businesses and independent contractors in Northwest Indiana. His work has centered on ensuring that local firms have the resources and fair access needed to compete for critical infrastructure and community development projects.

“Congressman Mrvan consistently understands the unique challenges facing smaller businesses in the construction industry,” said Brent Mounts, President of the Indiana-Kentucky Chapter of the USMCA. “He has directly supported local job creation and helped construction contractors of all sizes in our community thrive. We value his dedication to leveling the playing field for these firms.”

F.H. Paschen, a leading infrastructure construction firm with deep ties to Northwest Indiana hosted the award presentation ceremony with local USMCA Chapter Board Members on-hand.

“Congressman Mrvan has been a consistent advocate for the kind of economic policies that allow companies like ours, and the network of local small contractors we partner with, to grow and invest right here in Merrillville,” stated James Reitz, F.H. Paschen’s Merrillville Office Leader. “This award highlights the real, measurable impact of one of his legislative priorities in economic growth for Indiana.”

The USMCA Legislative Excellence Award is given to a public servant whose work significantly advances the interests of the construction industry’s business community.