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Grassley addresses police leaders, outlines Senate efforts to support law enforcement officers

Senator Chuck Grassley addressed police leaders during National Police Week’s legislative luncheon on May 14. He outlined recent bipartisan efforts by Congress supporting law enforcement through new legislation and confirmed appointments.


Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, U.S. Representative for Iowa's 1st District

Miller-Meeks recycling bill advances in House subcommittee

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ bipartisan bill aimed at improving rural recycling passed a key House subcommittee on May 14. The measure seeks EPA grants for better infrastructure in underserved areas with support from industry leaders.
Kirk Leeds, Chief Executive Officer at Iowa Soybean Association

Flowers from Winterset farm connect consumers to Midwest agriculture

A Winterset flower farm is partnering with the Iowa Food and Family Project to bring locally grown flowers into homes across the Midwest. The project aims to connect consumers with modern agriculture while highlighting community engagement efforts by groups like the Iowa Soybean Association.
Jon David Spunaugle, Montgomery County Sheriff

Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office seeks help locating stolen motorized bikes

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public help to locate two stolen motorized bikes from separate incidents. Detectives are actively investigating and encourage anyone with information to come forward.

Stine agronomists report planting progress and weather challenges across Midwest and South

Stine Seed Company agronomists report varied planting progress across several states amid changing spring weather patterns. Wet conditions are slowing work in parts of Illinois while dryness challenges Nebraska farmers; experts caution about disease risks as well as pests like saltmarsh caterpillars.


Senator Chuck Grassley

Senate Judiciary Committee advances six bipartisan law enforcement bills during National Police Week

The Senate Judiciary Committee moved forward six bipartisan bills focused on supporting law enforcement during National Police Week on May 14th. Chairman Chuck Grassley highlighted efforts ranging from officer benefits expansion to enhanced mental health resources for first responders.
Monte Shaw Executive Director at Iowa Renewable Fuels Association

House passes legislation to allow year-round E15 sales nationwide

The U.S. House has approved legislation enabling nationwide year-round sales of E15 ethanol fuel blends after years of advocacy from farm-state lawmakers and organizations like Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA). IRFA leaders call this vote an important step forward but say focus now shifts toward winning approval in the Senate.
U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra representing Iowa's 4th Congressional District

Feenstra applauds passage of year-round nationwide E15 legislation in the House

U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra welcomed House approval of year-round nationwide sales of E15 fuel on May 13—a step expected to benefit both farmers and consumers by expanding corn markets and lowering fuel costs at pumps across America.