Congresswoman Erin Houchin Announces Launch of 2025 Congressional App Challenge

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Erin Houchin recently announced the opening of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for middle school and high school students in Indiana's Ninth Congressional District.

Officially launched by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2015, this nationwide effort allows students to compete against their peers by creating an application for desktop/PC, web, tablet, mobile, or other devices.

"The Congressional App Challenge is a fantastic opportunity for students to put their creativity and coding talents on display," said Congresswoman Houchin. "I'm always inspired by the innovation and skill our students bring to the table, and I look forward to seeing the submissions this year."

Competition information:

• Eligibility: Open to all middle school and high school students in the Ninth Congressional District of Indiana
• Submission Deadline: October 30, 2025, by 12:00 p.m. ET
• Registration: Applicants are encouraged to register early to receive contest details and updates

The winner from the Ninth Congressional District, chosen by a panel of expert judges, will be featured on congressionalappchallenge.us. The winning app will also be eligible to be on display in the U.S. Capitol, honoring the winners from across the country.

For more information, please visit the official Congressional App Challenge websiteor contact Amelia Voyles at [email protected].