Ft Wayne Times

Rep. Marlin Stutzman, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Indiana, posted several statements on his social media account on September 15, 2025, addressing federal spending, shareholder activism, and local education achievements.

In a post at 18:10 UTC, Stutzman expressed support for legislative action to prevent a lapse in government funding. He wrote, "I support a continuing resolution to avoid a government shutdown. It would be a practical short-term step to control spending while the Trump administration collaborates with Congress to reduce excess spending and drive economic growth."

Later that evening at 20:30 UTC, Stutzman commented on corporate governance issues and the role of activists in business decisions. He stated, "It’s time to stop activists from hijacking shareholder proposals for virtue signaling. Let’s get back to prioritizing innovation and business growth!"

At 23:00 UTC the same day, Stutzman highlighted achievements within his district by recognizing educational accomplishments. He posted, "Proud of Carroll High School students, parents, and teachers for their hard work and commitment to excellence"

Continuing resolutions are temporary measures used by Congress to fund federal agencies when formal appropriations bills have not been enacted before the start of the fiscal year. These resolutions help prevent government shutdowns while lawmakers negotiate longer-term budget agreements.

Shareholder proposals allow investors in publicly traded companies to suggest changes or raise concerns about company policies during annual meetings. In recent years, there has been increased debate over whether some proposals reflect broader social or political goals rather than focusing solely on financial performance or innovation.

Carroll High School is located in Indiana's Third Congressional District—represented by Rep. Stutzman—and regularly receives recognition for academic achievement among its students and staff.