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Iowa is a special place. We work hard, love our family, and we’re known for being “Iowa nice.” Representing our state motivates me every single day, and we secured big wins for Iowans this week.We...

Too often, our small towns are overlooked, or frankly, ignored. I’ve made it my mission in Congress to put them first. We need to invest in our rural communities – and that’s exactly why I...

Our country is suffering from an affordable housing crisis, especially in rural areas. Household income in rural Iowa is $10,000 less than the national average.That’s why I introduced the bipartisan...

 As a dad of six, I know how expensive it can be to keep up with your family. Sky rocketing inflation is only making that more difficult as prices at the gas pump, grocery store, and everywhere...

It’s official – Punxsutawney Phil has made his prediction. No shadow and hopefully an early start to spring.This week, we secured major wins in our fight to secure our border, bring needed tax...

More than 51 million Americans live with pain daily that prevents them from completing everyday tasks – like working, taking care of their children, or household chores.I helped introduce bipartisan...

In order to keep good paying jobs in our communities, we have to ensure that our workforce has the skills to take them on. In rural communities, we need these good paying jobs to stay competitive....

This weekend, an Iran-backed militant group killed 3 American soldiers and injured 25 more in an attack near the Syrian border.   Again and again, the Administration has failed to...

We announced HUGE news today for the Des Moines metro area. The City of Des Moines has received a $34 million federal investment to complete the Southeast Connector project! I am proud to have...

After losing a family member, the last thing a person needs is the government reaching into their pockets. That’s why I cosponsored bipartisan legislation to protect Iowa’s families, farmers, and...

I addressed the floor today regarding the tragic attack in Perry, Iowa.Watch my full speech here:

We passed a resolution today calling for the administration to fix our border crisis immediately! Over past three years, there have been more than 6.5 million illegal crossings of our Southern...

I hope you and your family were able to stay safe and warm at home this week. This past week, We passed two bills in the House – supporting American agriculture and cutting off funding for...

Technological advancement is good for society, and if done right, can make the government more effective. As the federal government implements new technology, though, we must ensure that...

This week, we honored those who are willing to run into danger for the safety of others. In light of the recent tragedy in Perry, I think we all can pause and be especially grateful for those who...

As we move forward from the events that happened on Thursday, now is a time for healing – a time to rally around our family and neighbors with our community. It’s critical we ensure our communities...

Congress has a responsibility to the American people to work together.    In the Air Force, I learned that no successful mission can be completed alone. We didn’t ask what party our...

2023 was a big year fighting hard for Iowa’s families!    Children are the most vulnerable among us, and as such, deserve the utmost support. We scored major victories this year to...

2023 was a big year fighting hard for Iowa’s veterans and servicemembers!   Our biggest achievement for the year? ➡️ Our bipartisan bill to make life easier for military families was...

2023 was a big year fighting hard for Iowa’s retirees!   When the government created Medicare and Social Security, it made a commitment to Americans that must be fulfilled.  I am 100%...