Sioux City Times

U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra has voted in favor of President Trump's "One, Big, Beautiful Bill," a legislative package aimed at implementing significant tax cuts and bolstering various sectors of the American economy. The bill's passage marks a step toward realizing the America First agenda, as articulated by Trump supporters.

Rep. Feenstra emphasized the bill's potential impact on Iowa families and businesses. "Today, I proudly voted for President Trump’s ‘One, Big, Beautiful Bill’ to deliver historic tax cuts for Iowa families, farmers, workers, and small businesses," he stated. He highlighted several aspects of the legislation including funding for border patrol agents, continuation of border wall construction, domestic manufacturing revitalization, energy sector enhancement, and changes to immigration-related benefits.

The bill includes provisions led and sponsored by Feenstra himself. These encompass an increase in the death tax exemption and support mechanisms for small businesses to provide paid family and medical leave. It also offers community banks more flexibility to extend agricultural loans at affordable rates.

Additional elements involve investments in Iowa biofuels and tax measures designed to level the playing field between American and foreign businesses. Families are set to benefit from a higher standard deduction along with an increased child tax credit. Seniors could receive a new $4,000 bonus deduction while small businesses might enjoy a permanent 23% deduction for qualified business income.

Feenstra also noted measures aimed at reducing crop insurance costs for young farmers and supporting efforts against foreign animal diseases. Other initiatives include ensuring accurate distribution of SNAP payments to combat food insecurity and investing in watershed infrastructure for flood prevention.

Rep. Feenstra concluded that these actions will enable Iowa to lead efforts in restoring economic strength and manufacturing dominance under Trump's leadership.