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Press ReleaseCeremonial2026-08-21

Messmer Hosts Tax Event Highlighting the Benefits of the One Big Beautiful Bill

Mark B. Messmer
Mark B. Messmer
RIN-8 · Representative
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This press release from Representative Mark B. Messmer (R-IN) was published on 2026-08-21 and titled "Messmer Hosts Tax Event Highlighting the Benefits of the One Big Beautiful Bill".

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Messmer Hosts Tax Event Highlighting the Benefits of the One Big Beautiful Bill

TERRE HAUTE, IN – Today, Rep. Mark Messmer (R-IN) hosted a Tax Event alongside Rep. Rudy Yakym (R-IN) to discuss how the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) is delivering lasting tax relief for Hoosier families, workers, seniors, and small businesses. The event brought together local financial professionals, CPAs, bankers, and business leaders to examine the law's impact on Indiana's economy. “ The One Big Beautiful Bill prevented the largest tax increase in history from crushing hard-working Americans, while making many pro-growth tax policies permanent for all families and businesses, ” said Rep. Messmer. “ Today’s discussion provided an opportunity to speak directly with Hoosiers in our community and discuss new ways we can deliver relief with future tax cuts and job creating policies. ” During the forum, participants highlighted the positive impacts of the law’s permanent extension of provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and celebrated the bevy of expanded deductions which are creating new financial opportunities for American families and small businesses. Stakeholders also discussed the benefits of new deductions for overtime pay, and enhanced deductions for many senior citizens, which effectively eliminate federal taxes on Social Security checks, ensuring Hoosiers, many on a fixed income, keep more of their money. Altogether, the impact of the OBBB is promoting economic stability and growth across Indiana. To learn more about how Congressman Messmer is helping lower taxes for Hoosier families and businesses, visit Messmer.House.Gov . ###
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