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Iowa’s main street businesses are a critical part of what makes our state so vibrant. During my short time in Congress so far, I’ve met with Iowans in all 21 of the counties that make up the Iowa...

Our four-legged family members deserve dignity and care.  That’s why I am working to holding accountable the departments charged with ensuring furry family members have safe and healthy living...

When it comes to digital assets like crypto, I am working to protect Americans’ freedom while also protecting national security. My new bipartisan bill, the Financial Technology Protection Act of...

Iowa’s farmers help fuel the world.  Biofuels lower fuel costs at the pump and make our country more energy independent.  That’s why this week I fought back against D.C. politicians who...

We just won a major battle in the fight for year-round E15.   After months of pressure, the Administration has relented and will reportedly grant a waiver for summer sales of E-15...

Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives hosts a nation-wide high school art competition to highlight artistic talent. We have an assortment of talented art pieces that were submitted for...

The biofuels industry drives the Iowa economy and is vital to our nation's energy security.  I want to provide you an update on a major victory we just delivered for this industry and our whole...

I’m proud to lead on legislation to help improve resources to better protect cyber security at our K-12 schools. Our bipartisan bill has support in both the House and Senate.  Check out...

It’s been 100 days of working as a voice for every Iowan in all 21 Counties of the Iowa Third District. In addition to opening three community offices in Des Moines, Creston, and Ottumwa, the...

As a dad of five girls, there is nothing I wouldn’t do to protect them.  Women’s sports at every age are something we have to protect. Unfortunately, recent decisions by the Biden...

I’m continuing my fight for E-15 year-round. Year-round E-15 will lower gas prices, help move us back towards energy independence, and ensure a diversified energy portfolio that is more sustainable...

Homicides are up 13%.  Aggravated assaults are up 33.89% in urban areas across the country.  Police officers killed by gunfire have risen by 32% since 2020.  To help ensure safer...

As your representative in Congress, I’m continuing to fight to reign in burdensome regulations hurting Iowa’s farmers. I’m working to defend Iowa’s farmland by overturning the Administration’s...

In our first 100 days, we have gotten a lot done for Iowa’s families, businesses, and farmers. Across our 21 counties, it has been an honor uplifting your voice, sharing your experiences, and...

I’m fighting to defend Social Security and Medicare because it’s the right thing to do.  As a 20-year veteran of the United States Air Force, I understand the value of receiving a benefit...

My goal is to ensure our country’s laws work for every Iowa family.   To that end, this week I focused on an issue near and dear to my heart: supporting parents in our military. ...

As a father of six, I know time with children is critically important to new parents. Being a parent isn’t easy and time with your children is precious. As a current Air Force Reserve member as...

Iowa farmers know how dangerous and detrimental the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule has been to farming and agriculture in Iowa. This federal government overreach has put almost every...

As the father of two newly adopted girls this week, I am deeply proud to announce my legislation to assist other families on the path to adoption:  Ensuring the tax code benefits all families...

I am excited to announce we are officially kicking off the farm bill listening tour across the district. I want to ensure every farmer’s voice is heard.  As a part of the agriculture...