From Press Release Today, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, wrote an op-ed in Breitbart explaining why he cannot continue to support TPA, specifically stating, “TPA in this Congress has become enmeshed in corrupt Washington backroom deal-making, along with serious concerns that it would open up the potential for sweeping […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee made the following statement in advance of the Senate’s vote on Trade Promotion Authority this morning. “The U.S. Senate has a historic opportunity to fight for America’s workers when ObamaTrade comes to the floor for a vote […]
From Press Release Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to include a new campaign stop on Thursday in Decatur City. Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee will campaign in Iowa on Wednesday and Thursday. The following are details of his stops: Wednesday, June 24 TIME: 5:30 p.m. […]
By The Iowa Statesman Rev. Mark Doland, pastor of Park Church of Christ in Oskaloosa, penned a letter of endorsement that was published today, lending his support for U.S. Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) for the Republican presidential nomination. The Paul campaign released the full text of the letter this […]
From Press Release U.S. Reps. David Young (R-IA 3) and Peter Welch (D-VT) recently introduced legislation that would address the critical concern of call quality and completion in rural America, the Improving Rural Call Quality and Reliability Act. In some rural areas, nearly one in five inbound calls to […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee made the following statement in support of North Carolina Congressman Mark Meadows for his support of North Carolina jobs and against Obamatrade. “I salute Congressman Mark Meadows for his backbone, courage and commitment to North Carolina workers. […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum (R-PA) issued the following statement upon learning Earl Holt had contributed to a past political campaign. “It was brought to my attention late Sunday evening that an individual who led a group cited by the murderer who […]
From Press Release Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad today signed the Connect Every Acre high-speed broadband bill into law. The bill, House File 655, encourages the expansion of high-speed broadband internet to all corners of the state helping to foster growth for modern agriculture, increase access for rural communities and […]
From Press Release Enjoy the grass under your toes on June 25 and July 2 as we celebrate the final two shows of the 2015 Adjutant General’s Summer Concert Series at the historic Camp Dodge pool complex, 7105 NW 70th Ave., Johnston. This is the fifth consecutive season for […]
By The Iowa Statesman Members of the Iowa congressional egation have added their support for Gov. Terry Branstad’s request for a federal declaration of a major disaster for the state due to catastrophic losses because of the avian flu outbreak. “The Governor determined that this incident is of such […]
From Press Release U.S. Sens. Al Franken (D-MN) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA) have introduced a key bipartisan measure to help give children living in foster homes the best opportunity to get a good education. The legislation, called the Educational Stability of Foster Youth Act, would support students in the […]
From Press Release U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) today announced she will host town meetings in Adams and Union counties next Saturday as part of her 99 county tour. These town meetings are open to the public. 12:30 p.m. Adams County Corning Opera House 800 Davis Avenue Corning 5:30 p.m. Union […]
From Press Release Former Arkansas governor and 2016 Republican presidential candidate Mike Huckabee made the following concerning the Confederate flag in South Carolina while appearing this morning on Meet the Press with host Chuck Todd: “I still think it’s not an issue for a person running for president. The question underlying […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee made the following statement in response to the Iowa Supreme Court’s decision yesterday, which struck down a state board of medicine rule that prohibited remote, internet-based abortions. “The Iowa Supreme Court refuses to protect Christians from outrageous […]
By The Iowa Statesman This evening, Personhood Iowa has released an official statement in response to the Iowa Supreme Court’s ruling that allows Planned Parenthood to resume telemedicine abortions in the state. Here is the complete statement: The Iowa Supreme Court’s opinion today shows a stunning lack of consideration […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee promised to fight judicial tyranny and defend religious freedom regardless of how the Supreme Court rules in the upcoming Obergefell v. Hodges gay marriage case, which is expected in the next two weeks. “The Supreme Court is not the […]
From Press Release Following an admission that it failed to complete a background check on a religious services contractor who had advocated violence against critics of Islamic extremism, the Bureau of Prisons told Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley that it’s performing an agency-wide audit of its religious services […]
By The Iowa Statesman In a unanimous decision, the Iowa Supreme Court has ruled the Iowa Board of Medicine’s ban on telemedicine abortions is unconstitutional, reversing a district court decision in a lawsuit filed in 2013 by Planned Parenthood of Iowa. The opinion, written by Justice David Wiggins — […]
From Press Release Today, Sen. Tom Carper (D-DE) was joined by Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Claire McCaskill (D-MO) and Ron Johnson (R-WI) to introduce the Saving Federal Dollars Through Better Use of Government Purchase and Travel Cards Act of 2015, legislation that targets waste, fraud and abuse through stronger […]
From Press Release U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA) released the following statement after passage of the Senate’s Fiscal Year 2016 National Defense Authorization Act. The legislation will now head to conference between the House and the Senate. “The bipartisan FY 2016 National Defense Authorization Act prioritizes what is needed, […]
From Press Release At today’s Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing entitled, “Re-examining EPA’s Management of the Renewable Fuel Standard Program,” U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA) highlighted the proven success of RFS to encourage innovation in renewable fuels, drive investment in research and development, increase consumer choice, […]
From Press Release Thursday, U.S. Rep. David Young (R-IA 3) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 160, the Protect Medical Innovation Act of 2015, which repeals the medical device tax. “The Medical Device Tax is an unnecessary burden and another example of the president’s health care law […]
By The Iowa Statesman Republican presidential candidate and businessman Donald Trump called this afternoon for the resignation of Club for Growth president David McIntosh and released a statement in which he accused the organization and its leader of an attempted “shakedown.” This in response to a press release issued […]
From Press Release The U.S. House of Representatives today voted 218-208 in favor of Trade Promotion Authority, the process seen as necessary for entering new trade agreements, including the 12-country Trans-Pacific Partnership. The vote sends the proposal back to the Senate for consideration. U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) today […]
From Press Release Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad today requested a major disaster event declaration from United States President Barack Obama in response to the avian flu outbreak in Iowa. Over 33 million birds in Iowa have been affected by the deadly virus. The request is being made for Buena […]
From Press Release Thursday, U.S. Rep. David Young (R-IA 3) voted for the second time in a week in favor of Trade Promotion Authority, joining the entire Iowa Republican congressional egation once again in a vote he said supports oversight of President Obama’s trade agreement. “I voted for Trade […]
By The Iowa Statesman U.S. Rep. Steve King (R-IA 4) joined most of his colleagues in voting in favor of Trade Promotion Authority for the Obama Administration as it relates to several trade bills, including the Trans-Pacific Partnership. Following the vote, he released a video statement explaining why he […]
From Press Release U.S. Rep. Steve King (R-IA 4) released the following statement after re-introducing H.R. 2812, the Tax Free Health Insurance Act, which would eliminate taxes on health insurance for those in the individual market. “With decision of King v. Burwell expected by the end of June, there […]
From Press Release U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) introduced bipartisan legislation this morning with Sens. Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Bob Casey (D-PA) that would create a demonstration project to encourage states to improve opportunities for individuals with disabilities to obtain employment in the community, gaining self-determination, independence, productivity, and […]
From Press Release Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad today signed 11 bills into law. There are 20 bills remaining on his desk, which he has until July 6 to act upon. All of the remaining bills were from the final days of the legislative session, which ended June 5. The […]
From Press Release U.S. Rep. David Young (R-IA 3) will join small business owners in Des Moines for a roundtable discussion Friday about the health insurance tax, or HIT, and its impact on Iowa small businesses and their employees. The discussion will take place at 2 p.m. at the […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. Sen. Rick Santorum issued the following statement in response to the tragic shooting that occurred at the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC. “The tragic and senseless murders that occurred in the sanctuary of Emanuel AME Church were the acts […]
From Press Release Wednesday, Senate Judiciary Committee chair U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and ranking member Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT) introduced legislation to extend whistleblower protection for employees who provide information to the Department of Justice related to criminal antitrust violations. The Criminal Antitrust Anti-Retaliation Act seeks to protect […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee issued the following statement in response to the tragic mass shooting at the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC: “A church is called a sanctuary because it’s a place of refuge and respite from the earthly and connects us to […]
From Press Release U.S. Rep. Rod Blum (R-IA 1) will be hosting his first Veterans Job Fair & Services Expo on Tuesday, June 30, in Cedar Rapids. Employers from all over Iowa will be attending the Job Fair loing to hire area veterans. “Veterans have the leadership qualities and […]
From Press Release U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, wrote a letter Wednesday with Finance Commitee chair U.S. Sen. Orin Hatch (R-UT) to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Acting Administrator Andrew Slavitt. In the letter, they raised a number questions about how the agency […]
From Press Release This morning, U.S. Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) proposed the ‘Fair and Flat Tax’ which would eliminate the current tax code, which he said is “simple, fair, and cuts taxes for every single working American.” Key components of his plan include: The largest tax cut in American […]
By The Iowa Statesman Last year, U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) began investigating reports that criminals facing deportation were released from government custody and went on to commit other crimes. The results of that investigation have been troubling, to say the least. Immigration and Customs Enforcement recently confirmed that 121 […]
From Press Release U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley has sent a letter to the Food and Drug Administration to gather information and gain a better understanding about how the United States treats biotechnology imports from other countries. After contacting five different federal agencies and several trade groups to get […]
From Press Release U.S. Rep. Steve King (R-IA 4) released the following statement after introducing H.R. 2777, the Social Security Integrity Act of 2015: “Current reports show that the Social Security Administration (SSA) has an estimated 6.5 million people over the age of 112 with active Social Security Numbers,” […]
By The Iowa Statesman Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) to to the Senate floor to speak in support of the Military Justice Improvement Act amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act. The amendment would establish an independent military justice system to address sexual assault in the armed forces. […]
From Press Release U.S. Rep. Steve King (R-IA 4) released the following statement after re-introducing H.R. 2778, the Sunset Act: “The role of Congress is to make the law, not create onerous red tape for entrepreneurs and businesses,” said King. “Americans must be able to hold their elected officials […]
From Press Release U.S. Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and John Thune (R-SD) introduced comprehensive legislation Tuesday to improve customer service at the IRS, create new taxpayer protections, and update and strengthen existing taxpayer protections. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights Enhancement Act of 2015 comes amid gross mismanagement and inappropriate […]
From Press Release U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) issued the following statement following Donald Trump’s announcement that he will seek the 2016 Republican nomination for President of the United States: “I’m pleased to welcome Donald Trump into the race for the 2016 Republican nomination for President of the United […]
By The Iowa Statesman Today, businessman Donald Trump, joined by his immediate family, announced his candidacy for President of the United States in front of thousands of supporters at Trump Tower in New York City. “Quite simply, it is time to bring real leadership to Washington,” he said. “The […]
From Press Release On Monday, Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad signed a disaster emergency proclamation for 18 Iowa counties adversely affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), which would assist with disposal and clean-up efforts on affects sites. The disaster proclamation can be viewed here. The state of disaster emergency […]
From Press Release Presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) wrote an op-ed in the Washington Times calling on the State Department to release the long-overdue annual report on Iran’s human rights abuses. The full text appears below and the op-ed may be viewed here.
By The Iowa Statesman Monday, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) spe on the Senate floor, urging her Senate colleagues to support the bipartisan amendment she authored alongside Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-CA) to the National Defense Authorization Act, to grant temporary, emergency authority for the President to provide weapons and training […]
By The Iowa Statesman U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) to to the floor of the Senate Monday to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta, and to recognize its importance to the eventual founding of our own government. “In the seventeenth century, the Magna Carta […]
From Press Release The entire Iowa egation, led by Congressman David Young, today pressed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to host a public hearing in Iowa on the proposed Renewable Fuel Standard Renewable Volume Obligations. The EPA’s long ay in issuing RVOs for 2014, 2015, and 2016, and its […]
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