U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-IA)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-IA)
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Feenstra responds to Supreme Court's ruling on Chevron doctrine
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) issued a statement today in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine.
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House passes Feenstra-sponsored amendment for funding border wall construction
On June 28, 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, which includes an amendment sponsored by U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull). This amendment directs the Department of Homeland Security to use money confiscated from drug cartels by border patrol agents to support the construction of the border wall.
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Feenstra introduces bill extending tax credits for small business-paid family leave
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) has introduced the Paid Family and Medical Leave Tax Credit Extension and Enhancement Act to assist small businesses in offering paid family and medical leave (PFML) to their employees. This legislation aims to extend and reform the 45S tax credit, initially authorized by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 and extended by Congress through 2025, for employers that voluntarily provide up to 12 weeks of PFML.
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Feenstra welcomes approval of presidential major disaster declaration
HULL, IOWA — On Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra welcomed the news that President Biden approved Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds’ disaster declaration for five counties impacted by catastrophic flooding in Northwest Iowa.
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Feenstra introduces bill supporting evaluation of child welfare prevention programs
U.S. Representatives Randy Feenstra (R-IA) and Dan Kildee (D-MI) have introduced the Strengthening Evidence-Based Prevention Services Act, a legislative effort aimed at keeping vulnerable children out of the foster care system by funding comprehensive evaluations of prevention services.
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Feenstra joins Governor Reynolds to survey flood damage in Northwest Iowa
HULL, IOWA — U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) is joining Governor Kim Reynolds to survey flood damage across Northwest Iowa.
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Feenstra issues statement on catastrophic flooding in Northwest Iowa
HULL, IOWA — Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) released a statement in response to catastrophic flooding in Northwest Iowa.
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Feenstra urges Biden administration to address Brazil's 18% tariff on American ethanol
U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) issued a statement following the decision by Brazil’s Ministry of the Economy's Foreign Trade Chamber (CAMEX) to maintain an 18% tariff on American ethanol as of June 13, 2024.
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Feenstra votes for 19.5% pay raise for junior enlisted troops
U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) issued a statement today following his vote in favor of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025, which was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives.
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NDAA FY 2025: Pay raises for troops amid global security concerns
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is described as a critical investment in troops, military families, and national security. The Fiscal Year 2025 NDAA includes several key provisions aimed at enhancing military readiness and the quality of life for servicemembers.
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Feenstra votes to hold Attorney General Garland in contempt of Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) voted to hold U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress for not providing documents and other materials related to Special Counsel Robert Hur’s independent investigation of President Biden to relevant House committees.
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Rep. Feenstra announces winners of 2024 Congressional Art Competition
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) today congratulated Joaquin Mata Diaz, a student at Estherville Lincoln Central High School, for winning the 2024 Congressional Art Competition in Iowa’s 4th Congressional District with his artwork titled “The Fields of Beauty.”
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Feenstra supports bill aiding rural Iowa small businesses post-disaster
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) supported and the U.S. House of Representatives passed by voice vote the Rural Small Business Resilience Act today. This legislation aims to ensure that small businesses have full access to necessary financial support following a disaster.
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Feenstra addresses avian influenza outbreak affecting millions of birds in Northwest Iowa
HULL, IOWA — U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) issued a statement today following the confirmation of High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI) cases in Northwest Iowa. The outbreak has affected over four million birds in Sioux County and two dairy farms in both Sioux and O’Brien counties.
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Iowa lawmakers urge higher renewable volume obligations from Biden Administration
HULL, IOWA – U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) and Iowa Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) have urged the Biden administration to reconsider its decision on Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) levels. In a letter addressed to President Biden and EPA Administrator Michael Regan, they called for an increase in RVO levels to better align with industry production capacity, specifically for Iowa biofuels.
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Feenstra supports bill to block Federal Reserve's digital dollar initiative
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On May 23, 2024, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) voted in favor of the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act, which was subsequently passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation aims to prevent the Federal Reserve from authorizing the creation of a digital dollar.
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Reps urge Biden Administration to secure fair market access for American pork
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Randy Feenstra (R-IA) and Greg Murphy (R-NC) have addressed a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai regarding reports that South Africa is unlawfully restricting market access for American pork. Iowa and North Carolina are the top two states in pork production in the United States.
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Feenstra highlights major legislative victories for Iowa agriculture in Farm Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) announced significant legislative achievements for Iowa with the introduction of the Farm Bill in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill incorporates language from 10 bills introduced by Feenstra, seven bills he co-led, and eight bills he cosponsored.
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Feenstra criticizes Biden's release of gasoline from strategic reserves
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) has expressed strong opposition to President Biden’s decision to release one million barrels of gasoline from the nation's strategic reserves.
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Feenstra votes for resolution denouncing violence against law enforcement officers
On May 17, 2024, U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) voted in favor of a congressional resolution denouncing violence and attacks against law enforcement officers.