Shreve: Focus on policy priorities and work being done in District 6 

By U.S. Rep. Jefferson Shreve 
Republican Party, District 6 

As the calendar turns to 2025, I’m looking forward to a new chapter as Indiana’s congressman in the Sixth District. The Sixth District, which spans the southern townships of Marion County and Indianapolis, down to Columbus in Bartholomew County and over to Richmond in Wayne County, is my home. 

It’s where I was born and raised, where I started my business out of college, and where my wife Mary and I continue to call home. So, when Rep. Greg Pence announced he wouldn’t seek re-election, I was excited about the prospect of serving my home state and my home district. 

I’ve spent the past three decades in business, building and growing a self-storage enterprise across Indiana and the Midwest. My company – Storage Express – became the largest self-storage company headquartered in Indiana. Before selling the company, I had 26 locations in the Sixth District. Through the years, I owned some 200 properties in seven states. That business allowed me to get to know Indiana like the back of my hand. 

During my career, I went back to school for an Master of Business Administration in Agribusiness at Purdue University. I long had an interest in agriculture and farming. My studies helped me develop a deeper understanding of – and respect for – the ag industry. 

Throughout my campaign, I traveled the counties of Indiana’s Sixth District. I had countless meetings with small business owners, farmers and ag producers. I was grateful to win the election with the endorsement of the Indiana Farm Bureau. Their team recognized my commitment to supporting our state’s ag economy and to creating ag-friendly policies. 

In Congress, I’ll be an advocate for Hoosier farmers — and all the farmers across our great country. I’ll oppose attempts at regulatory overreach. I’ll stand up for farmers. I’ll support the re-authorization of the farm bill — which should have been tackled in 2024. 

I’ll also work to keep our trade and export markets open for Indiana producers. I understand how important trade is for our farmers. I promise to be thoughtful about our trade policies and to safeguard export markets for our growers and producers. 

I’m honored to be heading to Congress with the support of Hoosiers like you. Just as I’ve gotten up and worked hard every day throughout my career, I promise to get up and work hard every day in the halls of Congress on behalf of Hoosiers.