Rep. Yakym Concludes “One Big Beautiful Hoosier Tour” in Nappanee
NAPPANEE, IN – Today, Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) concluded his “One Big Beautiful Hoosier Tour” at the Boys and Girls Club in Nappanee. Throughout August, he visited all 11 counties in Indiana’s Second District, meeting thousands of constituents and local small businesses to hear firsthand about the positive impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
“This tour has shown me once again that the strength of Indiana lies in its people, our farmers, our workers, and our small business owners,” Rep. Yakym said. “The One Big Beautiful Bill was written for them, and because of them. Together, we are proving that when Hoosiers keep more of what they earn, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.”
Full One Big Beautiful Hoosier Tour Recap Below:
WEEK ONE:
La Porte, IN – The New York Blower Company
Rep. Yakym toured The New York Blower Company and met with team members to hear how the One Big Beautiful Bill is supporting growth in advanced manufacturing across LaPorte County.
Elkhart, IN – Camping World
In the RV Manufacturing Capital of the World, Rep. Yakym visited Camping World to highlight the Travel Trailer and Camper Tax Parity provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill and its impact on the RV industry.
South Bend, IN – Notre Dame Microelectronics Commons Ribbon Cutting
At the ribbon cutting for Notre Dame’s new Wideband Test Facility, Rep.Yakym celebrated the university’s leadership in microelectronics research and its contributions to national innovation in technologies such as 6G, radar, and satellite communications.
South Bend, IN – South Bend Regional Chamber of Commerce CEO Roundtable
Rep. Yakym joined regional business leaders at the South Bend Chamber for a roundtable discussion focused on the economic opportunities created by the One Big Beautiful Bill.
South Bend, IN – Nello Corporation
During a visit to Nello Corporation, a leading manufacturer of communication towers, Rep. Yakym discussed how the bill’s 100 percent bonus depreciation provision supports continued growth and investment in the industry.
La Porte, IN – LEAP Legislative Affairs Committee
Rep. Yakym met with the LEAP Legislative Affairs Committee to discuss the Made in America provision of the One Big Beautiful Bill and how it positions Indiana for job creation and increased domestic investment.
Logansport, IN – Cass County Chamber of Commerce Roundtable
In a meeting with Cass County business leaders, Rep. Yakym emphasized how the One Big Beautiful Bill supports local economies, from agriculture and manufacturing to small businesses on Main Street.
La Porte, IN – B&B Manufacturing
Rep. Yakym toured B&B Manufacturing to observe its belt production operations and to discuss how pro-business provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill are helping companies scale and compete.
North Judson, IN – Bailey’s Discount Center
At Bailey’s Discount Center, Rep. Yakym highlighted the “No Tax on Overtime” provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill and its potential to increase take-home pay for hardworking Hoosiers.
Winamac, IN – Crossroads Seamless (Plymouth Tube)
Rep. Yakym visited Crossroads Seamless, a key employer in Pulaski County, to speak with employees about the bill’s support for reduced regulatory burdens and its benefits for manufacturers.
Winamac, IN – BraunAbility
To conclude the week, Rep. Yakym toured BraunAbility, a leader in accessible transportation. The visit highlighted how the One Big Beautiful Bill strengthens support for innovation that improves lives and expands opportunity for all Americans.
WEEK TWO:
Rochester, IN – Breakfast with Mayor O’Dell
Rep. Yakym kicked off Week Two of the One Big Beautiful Hoosier Tour over coffee with Rochester Mayor Trent O’Dell. They discussed how the One Big Beautiful Bill delivers real tax relief, cutting taxes by 14.9% for Americans earning under $50,000 and helping Hoosier families keep more of their hard-earned money.
Rochester, IN – Machined Castings Specialties
At Machined Castings Specialties, Rep. Yakym met with the team and discussed how the pro-manufacturing policies in the One Big Beautiful Bill are heating up opportunities for Indiana businesses.
Warsaw, IN – Zimmer Biomet Industry Roundtable
In the Orthopedic Manufacturing Capital of the World, Rep. Yakym joined Zimmer Biomet and other industry leaders for a roundtable focused on the enhanced Research & Development tax credits in the One Big Beautiful Bill, ensuring Indiana remains a global hub for medical innovation.
Warsaw, IN – Town Hall with Zimmer Employees
Rep. Yakym hosted a town hall with Zimmer Biomet employees to hear firsthand how the One Big Beautiful Bill is impacting their lives and work. He emphasized his commitment to listening and advocating for Hoosiers in Washington.
Culver, IN – Collins Equity Residential Development Tour
Rep. Yakym toured a new residential development with Collins Equity, highlighting how permanent New Market Tax Credits and Opportunity Zones in the One Big Beautiful Bill are transforming communities and spurring housing growth across Indiana’s Second District.
Plymouth, IN – Hoosier Racing Tire
During a visit to Hoosier Racing Tire, Rep. Yakym observed the tire-making process and celebrated how the 100% bonus depreciation provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill allows companies to invest in new equipment and stay competitive in the global market.
South Bend, IN – Northern District Shop Talk
Rep. Yakym joined members of the Indiana Farm Bureau for a Shop Talk at Lichtenbarger Farms. The conversation centered around agriculture, rural development, and how the One Big Beautiful Bill supports Indiana farmers through smart, pro-growth policy.
South Bend, IN – Lunch at Allie’s Café
At Allie’s Café, Rep. Yakym met with owners Chuck and Betty Sulok and their staff to discuss the No Tax on Tips provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill. This measure ensures restaurant workers keep more of what they earn, helping working Hoosiers thrive.
South Bend, IN – Growing Kids Learning Center Visit
Rep. Yakym visited Growing Kids Learning Center, where he met with Mike and Beth Garatoni to highlight how the expansion of the child and dependent care tax credit in the One Big Beautiful Bill supports working families and incentivizes employer-sponsored childcare.
Elkhart, IN – Ferret, LLC
Rep. Yakym visited Ferret, a key supplier to Indiana’s RV sector. The stop spotlighted how the One Big Beautiful Bill strengthens small businesses that drive job creation and economic development across the region.
Granger, IN – Drug Enforcement Roundtable
Rep. Yakym began his morning in discussion with the Indiana Drug Enforcement Association to address the challenges of combating drug trafficking and fentanyl. He underscored how the One Big Beautiful Bill allocates billions toward border security to cut off the supply of fentanyl and support law enforcement efforts.
Marshall County, IN – Jackie Walorski Road Dedication
Rep. Yakym participated in the dedication of a road in honor of his late predecessor and dear friend, Congresswoman Jackie Walorski. The road is in a community she deeply loved and will serve as a tribute to her legacy of selfless service to Indiana and the nation.
Mishawaka, IN – Independent Colleges of Indiana Roundtable at Bethel University
Outside Bethel University, Rep. Yakym joined higher education leaders for a roundtable focused on student opportunity. He highlighted how the expanded flexibility of 529 plans in the One Big Beautiful Bill will benefit thousands of Indiana students and their families.
WEEK THREE:
Kosciusko, IN – Polywood
Rep. Yakym joined CEO Doug Rassi at Polywood, a leader in outdoor furniture manufacturing. The discussion centered on how the One Big Beautiful Bill is fueling expansion and supporting workforce growth in Indiana.
Elkhart, IN – Manufacturer Housing Summit
At the Manufactured Housing Summit, Rep. Yakym underscored the industry’s importance to Indiana’s economy and explained how the One Big Beautiful Bill helps manufacturers grow and thrive.
Wabash, IN – Spec Building Tour
In Wabash, Rep. Yakym visited a brand-new spec building that will soon house an advanced manufacturing facility. He emphasized how the bill is fueling investment and attracting new opportunities across Indiana.
Logansport, IN – MPI (Small Parts, Inc.)
Rep. Yakym toured MPI, which employs more than 200 Hoosiers. He highlighted how passing the One Big Beautiful Bill prevented the largest tax increase in history and instead delivered the largest tax cut in history, directly benefiting workers and families.
Bunker Hill, IN – Spectron RX
At Spectron RX, a company leading in lifesaving innovation, Rep. Yakym praised the expansion of Research & Development tax incentives that support critical breakthroughs in medicine and science.
Francesville, IN – Fratco
Rep. Yakym met with Fratco, a family-owned business since 1923 specializing in drainage solutions. He drew parallels between Fratco’s work and the need to “drain spending” in Washington.
Hamlet, IN – Hensler’s Nursery
Visiting Hensler’s Nursery, Rep. Yakym celebrated the expanded estate tax exemption in the bill, ensuring that family-owned businesses like Hensler’s can thrive for generations.
Knox, IN – Lochmandy Motors
At Lochmandy Motors, Rep. Yakym shared the good news that the bill eliminates taxes on automobile loan interest, helping Hoosiers afford cars once again.
LaPorte, IN – Garwood Orchards
Rep. Yakym visited Garwood Orchards, celebrating the farm family’s 180-year tradition of success and underscoring how pro-growth policies continue to support agriculture in Indiana.
Elkhart, IN – EFP
In Elkhart, Rep. Yakym toured EFP, where innovation and skilled Hoosier workers are driving advanced manufacturing. He highlighted how the bill strengthens Indiana’s role in building the future of American industry.
Elkhart, IN – Genesis Wood Products
Wrapping up week three, Rep. Yakym visited Genesis Wood Products, a supplier to the RV industry. He praised their optimism and reiterated how the One Big Beautiful Bill is cutting red tape, empowering growth, and fueling opportunity across the district.
WEEK FOUR:
Kewanna, IN – Southern District Indiana Farm Bureau Shop Talk at Hizer Farms
Rep. Yakym kicked off the final week at Hizer Farms, celebrating how the bill provides major wins for Indiana farmers, including expanded tax deductions for equipment and estate tax relief to preserve family farms for generations.
Warsaw, IN – Creighton Brothers
Rep. Yakym honored the Creighton Brothers’ century of egg production by presenting a Congressional Record to Mindy Truex and her family, celebrating 100 years of hard work and community dedication.
North Manchester, IN – Intertech
Meeting with factory workers at Intertech, Rep. Yakym underscored how the bill prevents a massive 27% tax hike on average taxpayers, ensuring families spend more on their needs and less on government waste.
North Manchester, IN – MPS Eggs
Walking the farm with the Krouse family, Rep. Yakym applauded MPS Eggs’ deep commitment to community and their legacy as a family-owned business.
Peru, IN – Small Business Roundtable with Mayor Don Sturch
At Peru City Hall, Rep. Yakym discussed with Mayor Sturch and local business leaders how extending the 199A Small Business Deduction protects 45,460 small businesses from crushing tax hikes and ensures long-term investment.
Elkhart, IN – Global Building Products
Touring Global Building Products, Rep. Yakym showcased how the company exemplifies Elkhart’s title as the “Manufacturing Capital of the World,” producing windows and doors for steel buildings nationwide.
Elkhart, IN – LeMaster Steel Erectors
Rep. Yakym presented LeMaster Steel Erectors with a Congressional Record honoring their 50th anniversary and commending their growth from a family-run shop to a regional industry leader.
Warsaw, IN – Slate Auto Warsaw Plant Sneak Peek
Rep. Yakym attended the sneak peek of Slate Auto’s new plant in Warsaw. Slate Auto’s investment in Indiana will provide thousands of good-paying jobs and help maintain Indiana’s Second District as the Manufacturing Capital of America.
Nappanee, IN – Tour of Nappanee Boys and Girls Club
Rep. Yakym visited the Nappanee Boys and Girls Club to reiterate his commitment to supporting this organization and hear how the One Big Beautiful Bill has been helping them.
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