Kentuckiana Times

Congresswoman Erin Houchin, representing Indiana's 9th district since 2023, has recently addressed concerns regarding the One Big Beautiful Bill through a series of tweets. Houchin, who succeeded Trey Hollingsworth and previously served in the Indiana Senate from 2014 to 2022, took to social media on July 3, 2025, to clarify misconceptions and highlight key aspects of the proposed legislation.

In her first tweet posted at 15:15 UTC, Houchin refuted claims that the bill would strip veterans of their SNAP benefits. She stated, "MYTH: The One Big Beautiful Bill takes SNAP benefits away from veterans. FACT: The bill restores common-sense work requirements—just 20 hours/week of work or volunteering. Veterans with disabilities, dependents, or in school/training are fully exempt."

Later that day at 16:02 UTC, she highlighted financial concerns related to SNAP costs by stating that they have increased by 83% since 2019 while only a small percentage of able-bodied adults on SNAP are employed. According to Houchin, "The One Big Beautiful Bill reins in abuse, restores accountability, and ensures SNAP serves those who truly need it—not those who game the system."

Finally, at 18:41 UTC, Houchin announced that the bill is advancing further in the legislative process by tweeting succinctly that "The One Big Beautiful Bill is headed to President Trump’s desk! "

Erin Houchin was born in Salem, Indiana in 1976 and currently resides there. She graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with a Bachelor of Science degree.