Representative Maureen Bauer

05/27/2026

🚒 We felt like little kids playing superheroes getting a tour of South Bend Fire’s new Rescue One rig today!

But in reality, this apparatus is serious business. Loaded with specialized tools and equipment, Rescue One is designed to respond to nearly every type of emergency with its four highly trained personnel.

This new rig replaces a 2007 Pierce Enforcer and represents another important investment in public safety and emergency response for our community.

Thank you to the incredible men and women of the South Bend Fire Department for the work you do every single day to protect our city. ❤️‍🔥

05/25/2026

To all who have given their lives for our country… we thank you today and every day. 🇺🇸

05/25/2026

Exciting news for South Bend! 🌳🏀🚲

A major transformation is coming to Kennedy Park through an $18 million investment supported by the Federal Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) program. This project will expand and enhance the park with upgraded amenities, improved accessibility, and better recreational opportunities for residents of all ages.

What makes this especially exciting is that ORLP funding is awarded nationally, and this is only the second ORLP project in Indiana. The program is administered locally through the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, making this a huge win for our community and a strong example of what collaboration can accomplish.

Projects like this help strengthen neighborhoods, improve quality of life, and create more welcoming public spaces for families, kids, and visitors alike. 👏 👏

05/21/2026

🗳️ MORE PEOPLE ARE VOTING — AND THAT MATTERS. 🇺🇸

It is encouraging to see increased voter turnout here in St. Joseph County. Every additional voter means another voice being heard and another neighbor participating in shaping the future of our community.

Indiana has historically ranked near the bottom nationally in voter turnout, though recent years have shown improvement and growing civic engagement across our state. That makes local participation even more important.

Your vote matters because:
✨ local races are often decided by just a handful of votes
✨ decisions made by local leaders directly impact our neighborhoods, schools, roads, public safety, and healthcare
✨ democracy works best when more people participate

No matter who you voted for, thank you for taking the time to show up, stay informed, and make your voice heard.

Democracy is not a spectator sport.

The Indiana primary election saw the highest voter turnout since 2016. How does this data compare to previous primary elections? See link below ⬇️

📸 JESSICA VELEZ, SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE

05/21/2026

Join us!

Supporters describe it as an effort to reduce fraud, tighten eligibility checks, and make sure benefits go to people who qualify; critics argue it could make it harder for vulnerable residents to keep or obtain coverage and food support.

Join moderator Lisa Kelly (MHAM) tomorrow as we navigate the newly signed Indiana bill 'SB1: Human Service Matters' via Zoom with expert viewpoints from Rep. Maureen Bauer and LaKeyue Williams, CEO of Divergence Business Solutions.

📆 Thursday, May 21, 2026
🕔 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. EST
📍Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89236399493
💲Free - Zoom sign-up required

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05/20/2026

05/18/2026

Friday evening, I was honored to speak at South Bend’s annual Fallen Officer Memorial as our community gathered to remember the brave officers who gave their lives in the line of duty.

During National Police Week, we pause to recognize not only those we have lost, but also the officers and families who continue to make countless sacrifices to keep our communities safe every single day.

The memorial was a powerful reminder that behind every badge is a family, a story, and a commitment to service larger than oneself. May we never forget the courage of those we have lost, and may we continue to support the men and women who serve today. 💙

05/15/2026

Indiana Michigan Power has launched a new free Bill Support Center to help customers better understand their electric bills, compare rate options, explore payment assistance programs and find ways to save on energy costs.

As utility costs continue to rise, I want to make sure residents know about every available tool and resource that may help manage monthly bills.

If you’d like to receive future updates from my office directly to your inbox, you can subscribe to my mailing list on Substack as well.

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05/13/2026

How wonderful to see students at South Bend Washington High School continuing a long tradition of hands-on agriculture, gardening, and community growing on the Westside. 🌱

The new “Panther Patch” urban garden, built alongside Unity Gardens Inc., is more than just raised beds and fresh mulch. It is students building community, expanding access to fresh food, learning practical skills, and investing in their neighborhood.

Huge credit to the WHS Green Thumb Club for the hard work, teamwork, and pride that brought this project to life. Excited to watch Panther Patch continue to grow. 🌻🍅

05/11/2026

I was proud to recognize the incredible students of The Stanley Clark School and their Science Olympiad team as they prepare to represent Indiana on the national stage at the University of Southern California! 🧪

Congratulations on:
• 1st place out of 35 teams at the Indiana State Tournament
• Earning a trip to the National Science Olympiad Tournament
• Demonstrating extraordinary hard work, teamwork, and dedication

It was an honor to present a proclamation recognizing this outstanding achievement and celebrate alongside students, families, coaches, and the entire school community.

South Bend is proud of you. Go Tigers! 🐯