WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a member of the Senate Taiwan Caucus, joined Sens. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) in backing a bipartisan resolution recognizing the strength of Taiwan’s democracy amid ongoing threats from the Chinese Communist Party. Taiwan will hold its presidential and legislative elections this Saturday, January...
WASHINGTON – Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) introduced bipartisan legislation to codify rules directing hospitals and insurers to disclose cash prices and negotiated rates to patients before they receive medical care. The Health Care PRICE Transparency Act 2.0 stems from policies implemented via executive order in 2019, and builds on a...
Senator Grassley's weekly Capitol Hill Report can be found HERE.
Topics include: the Farm Bill, the Supreme Court hearing the Colorado ballot case, Proposition 12 and the EATS Act, the recent 2024 spending deal, Sen. Grassley donating his Senate papers to the University of Northern Iowa and the Iowa caucuses.
Q: What’s ahead in the new year?
A: The appalling violence at Perry High School this week was a shocking and tragic beginning to the new year. Barbara and I join the Perry community, and all of Iowa, in grieving for those affected by this terrible event. Our prayers will remain with the city of Perry as it heals. I’ll continue to follow the Perry community’s...
WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), today made the following statement regarding the shooting at Perry High School in Perry, Iowa.
“Today’s tragic and appalling violence at Perry High School is a shock to the Perry community and all of Iowa. My heart breaks for the families and friends who’ve lost a loved one, and all those affected. Schools are...
BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA – U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) issued the following statement on the passing of his former colleague, U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl (D-Wis.):
“It was a pleasure to serve alongside Senator Kohl. He and I advanced laws to shed sunlight on health care industry payment practices and promote competition in the generic drug market. In working with...
BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA – As 2023 draws to an end, U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today released an overview of his legislative and oversight work on behalf of Iowans this year.
“It’s an honor to serve the people of Iowa in the United States Senate. My oversight and policy efforts are intended to ensure safety and stability in our nation and hold our...
Q: Why are farm families facing potential hardship with federal student aid?
A: In its years-long march to cancel student debt, the Biden administration dragged its feet to release the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly known as FAFSA. I’m keeping up the pressure on the Department of Education to do its job: follow the law and serve the...
WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Rep. Zach Nunn (R-Iowa) and the entire Iowa congressional delegation are standing up for Iowa farmers who will be hurt as a result of the Biden administration’s recent decision to suspend major rail crossings on the southern border. In a letter to President Joe Biden and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro...
WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is demanding the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) detail the impact of its policies to address the proliferation of Mexican cartel arms trafficking networks operating in the United States.
“ATF must provide answers concerning Operation Southbound and its overall firearms trafficking...
WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) nominated 28 Iowa students to be considered for appointments to the U.S. service academies.
“These young Iowans who wish to pursue a world-class education while serving our nation are remarkable reflections of our state. Their strong academic records, enthusiasm for service and commitment to growing their leadership...
Senator Grassley's weekly Capitol Hill Report can be found HERE.
Topics include: year-round E-15, the Farm Bill, border security funding, the Fertilizer Research Act, the Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act and the Israel-Hamas war.
WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), along with his Iowa colleagues and South Dakota’s federal congressional delegation, is urging the heads of the Air National Guard and Department of Defense (DOD) to support long-needed military construction projects at the 185 Air Refueling Wing (ARW) in Sioux City. An excerpt from their letter, led by Rep. Randy...
Q: What are some ways you work to reinforce civic engagement?
A: As a public leader and elected member of Congress, I strive to strengthen our system of self-government by fostering dialogue with Iowans every chance I get. This year I completed my 99 county meetings across the state for the 43rd year in a row. Meeting with people eyeball to eyeball makes...
BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA – As the Biden administration sits on a Midwest-backed request spearheaded by Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds to allow the year-round sale of E15, U.S. Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) are demanding the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) finalize the necessary waiver quickly, affording retailers time to prepare for...
ANKENY, IOWA – U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today received the “Champions of Clean Energy Award” for his longstanding efforts to support clean energy production and usage in Iowa.
The award, presented by the American Clean Power Association (ACP) and Power Up Iowa (PUI), is reserved for individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth...
WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a senior member and former chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, led bipartisan colleagues in reintroducing legislation to enhance information-gathering on attacks targeting law enforcement. The Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act (S.3522) would help fill identified gaps in...
WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today welcomed Senate passage of the final 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The vote was 87-13. This is the 63rd straight year both chambers of Congress have reached an agreement on annual Department of Defense (DOD) activities.
“Passing the NDAA is a core way Congress can prioritize U.S. national...
WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a senior member and former chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, today spoke on the Senate floor regarding the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) failure to implement the Securing the U.S. Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network Act according to congressional intent. The bipartisan,...
WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is calling on the Department of Education (ED) to provide clear guidance to students, families and universities who will soon navigate the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
The redesigned FAFSA—made possible through bipartisan legislation Congress passed in 2020—will streamline the federal...
