News Releases

$251,928 to Access for Special Kids Resource Center in Des Moines WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley today said that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded a $251,928 grant to Access for Special Kids Resource Center in Des Moines through the Parent Training and Information Center Program.   "These funds will help ensure children with...

Nearly $1.4 Million to Marshalltown Community School District WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley today said that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded a $1,390,660 grant to Marshalltown Community School District through the Safe School/Healthy Students Grants Program.   "These funds will help Marshalltown Community School District create an...

Grassley Introduces Bill to Strengthen Job-creating Abilities of Small Businesses    WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley, ranking member of the Committee on Finance, late Thursday introduced a bill to strengthen small businesses by lowering their tax burden so they can continue to create 70 percent of all net new jobs, and ideally...

$634,459 to the University of Iowa for Vision Research             WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley today said that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded a $634,459 competitive grant to the University of Iowa.   The University of Iowa will use the funds from the National...

FINANCE MEMBERS ISSUE STATEMENT ON PROGRESS OF HEALTH REFORM NEGOTIATIONS Washington, DC– Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-Mont.), Ranking Member Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and committee members Orrin Hatch (R-Utah), Jeff Bingaman (D-NM), Kent Conrad (D-ND), Olympia Snowe (R-Maine) and Mike Enzi (R-Wyo.) issued the following statement today...

Grassley asks Amtrak to respond to report describing interference with IG work WASHINGTON --- Senator Chuck Grassley has asked Amtrak about the circumstances of the Inspector General's unexpected retirement seven days ago and invited Amtrak to provide  information about the interference by Amtrak in the work of the Inspector General described in a...

Grassley works to safeguard rail transit dollars for equipment upgrades where tax shelter corporations may be involved WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley is urging House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer to include language in any proposal to give the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority necessary additional funds for maintenance and upgrade of subway...

Transcription of Senator Grassley's Capitol Hill Report      STAFF:  The following is an unrehearsed interview with Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley speaking to you live from Washington. Participating in today's public affairs program are Rhonda Gritton with KVIK in Decorah and Maureen Olson with the Neola Gazette...

More Than $47 Million to Iowa from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development             WASHINGTON — Senator Chuck Grassley today said that Iowa will receive grants totaling $47,019,240 from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The funding comes from the Community Development...

More Than $1.4 Million for Iowa            WASHINGTON—Senator Chuck Grassley today said that the Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration has released $1,442,720 to the Iowa Department of Transportation. These projects were included in the fiscal 2009 Omnibus Appropriations...

Grassley Promotes Early Reading Programs through “Prescribe a Book Act”             WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley is leading an effort to help children develop the early literacy skills needed before entering school.  Grassley, along with Senator Jack Reed of Rhode Island, is introducing...

Grassley Comments on the Passing of Ed Thomas    Following is a comment from Senator Chuck Grassley on the death of Aplington-Parkersburg High School football coach Ed Thomas. Grassley lives near New Hartford, approximately 9 miles east of Parkersburg.   "This is a tragic day. In our area of the state, it's hard not to know Coach Thomas. He...

$254,945 Released for Dislocated Workers in Newton WASHINGTON - Senator Chuck Grassley today said that the U.S. Department of Labor  released $254,945 for dislocated workers in Newton that were affected by the closure of Whirlpool Corporation.  The funds are through the National Emergency Grant program.   "This assistance will continue to...

$499,879 to Iowa             WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded competitive grants totaling $499,879 to Allen College in Waterloo, Indian Hills Community College in Ottumwa and to the University of Iowa in Iowa...

More Than $1.2 Million to Iowa City from the Federal Aviation Administration             WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration has awarded a $1,268,277 grant to Iowa...

Grassley seeks information about medical school policies for disclosure of financial ties WASHINGTON --- Senator Chuck Grassley has asked 23 medical schools for information about their policies for conflicts of interest and requirements for disclosure of financial relationships between faculty members and the drug industry.   Grassley sent his request...

Workers in Murray Eligible for Assistance WASHINGTON - Senator Chuck Grassley today said that workers in Murray are eligible to apply for Trade Adjustment Assistance.   "This assistance will help provide training and new skills to the workers at Group Dekko so they can get back on their feet and compete for new jobs in the future," Grassley...

Transcription of Senator Grassley's Agriculture News Conference      GRASSLEY:  Late yesterday, I received word that officials from EPA, that they accepted my invitation to travel to Iowa.  Both Regina McCarthy and Margo Oge will be coming to Iowa on September 3rd.  I appreciate the administration's willingness to visit...

Grassley Welcomes U.S. Case on Chinese Export Restraints     To:       Reporters and Editors Fr:        Jill Gerber for Sen. Grassley, 202/224-6522 Re:       U.S. pursuit of case on Chinese export restraints Da:     ...

$575,000 to Iowa State University from the National Science Foundation    WASHINGTON - Senator Chuck Grassley today announced that Iowa State University has received two competitive grants totaling $575,000 from the National Science Foundation.    Iowa State University will use the money as shown...