Barb Regnitz
Barb Regnitz (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Indiana's 1st Congressional District. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Republican primary on May 5, 2026.
Regnitz completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Barb Regnitz earned a bachelor's degree from Purdue University. Her career experience includes working as a certified financial planner.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Indiana's 1st Congressional District election, 2026
Indiana's 1st Congressional District election, 2026 (May 5 Democratic primary)
Indiana's 1st Congressional District election, 2026 (May 5 Republican primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Indiana District 1
Incumbent Frank Mrvan, Barb Regnitz, Alexander Degman, and James Johnson are running in the general election for U.S. House Indiana District 1 on November 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
 | Frank Mrvan (D) | |
 | Barb Regnitz (R)  | |
 | Alexander Degman (Independent) (Write-in) | |
 | James Johnson (Independent) (Write-in) | |
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Indiana District 1
Incumbent Frank Mrvan defeated LaVetta Sparks-Wade in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Indiana District 1 on May 5, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Frank Mrvan | 80.2 | 42,519 |
 | LaVetta Sparks-Wade | 19.8 | 10,467 | |
| Total votes: 52,986 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Joshua Coulter (D)
- Aleem Young (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Indiana District 1
Barb Regnitz defeated James Schenke and David Ben Ruiz in the Republican primary for U.S. House Indiana District 1 on May 5, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Barb Regnitz | 45.8 | 13,007 |
 | James Schenke | 30.1 | 8,562 | |
 | David Ben Ruiz | 24.1 | 6,852 | |
| Total votes: 28,421 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
Endorsements
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- President Donald Trump (R)
Ratings
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Campaign website
Regnitz's campaign website stated the following:
Make America Safe Again
- Enforce the law by ensuring criminals are arrested, prosecuted, and held accountable for their actions.
- End the cycle of catch-and-release policies that put offenders back on the streets.
- Support law enforcement with the resources and respect they need to keep our communities safe.
Make America's Borders Secure Again
- Strengthen border security to stop illegal crossings, drugs, and human trafficking.
- Support law enforcement and border agents with the tools and policies they need to do their jobs effectively.
- Reform immigration policies to prioritize safety, legal entry, and accountability.
Make America Affordable Again
- Strengthen Americans' purchasing power by ending reckless spending and curbing inflation.
- Eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse to ensure taxpayer dollars are used responsibly.
- Prioritize American families and businesses over foreign interests while reducing the national debt.
Make Americans' Votes Count Again
- Ensure 100% election integrity through transparency, accountability, and secure voting procedures.
- Support same-day, in-person voting using verifiable, watermarked paper ballots.
- Limit mail-in ballots to rare, verified exceptions to protect against fraud and maintain confidence in election results.
Make Americans Educated Again
- Refocus schools on teaching students how to think, not what to think.
- Encourage curiosity and critical thinking by inspiring students to reason, question, and explore ideas.
- Protect fairness and safety in schools by keeping girls' sports and facilities reserved for biological females.
Make Americans Healthy Again
- Address the growing crisis of poor nutrition and harmful additives in our food.
- Support initiatives that prioritize cleaner, more nutritious food for American families.
- Work alongside national efforts, including those led by RFK Jr. and the Trump Administration, to create a healthier, more resilient America.
Make America Financially Free Again
- Protect people's right to control their own money.
- Support innovation without overregulation.
- Make sure America stays ahead, not behind.
— Barb Regnitz's campaign website (April 15, 2026)
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 4, 2026
