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Iowans know better than anyone: when something goes wrong and you’re not sure how to fix it, there’s always a neighbor who can — and who’s willing to lend a hand.  When something doesn’t work with...

Iowa’s small businesses are the backbone of our economy — but too often, Washington focuses on helping big firms on the coasts while Main Street gets left behind.   Why it matters: When investment...

From farmers buying seed online to seniors managing their bank accounts at home, technology is reshaping how Iowans handle their money — and scammers are taking advantage of the gaps in our laws...

One of my favorite parts of this job is helping Iowans cut through Washington’s red tape and get real answers. Whether it’s assisting families with Medicaid, fixing a lapse in Social Security...

Fentanyl doesn't discriminate. From adults my age to kids my sons’ age, this poison is now the leading cause of death for Americans ages 18 to 45 — surpassing car accidents, cancer, and chronic...

Health care touches every Iowa family — whether it’s a routine checkup, an unexpected emergency, or a monthly prescription. Yet too many Iowans are paying more while getting less. Zoom out: Since...

This weekend, Iowa — and our nation — was shaken by heartbreaking news.  A terrorist attack in Syria claimed the lives of two Iowa National Guard soldiers and a U.S. interpreter supporting their...

Raising a family in Iowa has real advantages — strong schools, tight-knit neighborhoods, and a deep-rooted sense of community. We work hard, live within our means, and plan for the future. The...

As a 20-year combat veteran, former intel officer, and current Air Force Reserve Colonel, I’ve spent my life serving alongside the men and women who keep our nation safe. Every branch of America’s...

Iowa’s Main Street businesses are the beating heart of our state — and they shouldn't have to fight twice as hard as the big coastal firms just to compete and grow.  Back up: In June, the House...

As a 20-year combat aviator, I’ve seen firsthand the sacrifices our servicemembers and their families make. They serve with honor, carry the burden long after the mission ends — and they deserve a...

Being a senior in Iowa should mean more time with family, more freedom, and less worry. But lately, the cost of everyday essentials keeps climbing — making it harder to keep up with everyday life. ...

Iowa shines because of its people — hardworking farmers who feed the world, teachers who shape the next generation, and first responders who run toward danger to keep our communities safe.  Zoom...

Iowa’s Main Street businesses drive local economies — from Mount Ayr to Creston and everywhere in between. 99% of all Iowa businesses are small businesses, and they’re the backbone of our...

Like so many Iowans, I grew up around people who worked hard, saved every dollar they could, and dreamed of buying a home in the same communities where they grew up.  The problem: Today, that basic...

I didn’t grow up on a farm — but like a lot of kids in Iowa, I grew up around one. I detasseled corn in the summers, cleaned out animal pens, and helped out on the family farm during harvest. ...

As a father of six — including five still in Iowa’s K–12 schools — I take it personally when foreign governments try to reach into our classrooms. And as a former intelligence officer who spent...

Every holiday season, Iowans load up the car, catch flights home to see loved ones, and grab gifts for friends and family — all while sharing a little “Iowa nice” along the way. And this year, those...

Iowa’s rural hospitals are lifelines — treating emergencies, delivering babies, and keeping care close to home. That’s why I’m fighting to make sure they receive their fair share of the $50 billion...

Eight in ten Americans agree on one simple principle: Members of Congress shouldn’t be able to trade stocks using insider information.  But just last year, a handful of Members from both parties...