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| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-announces-service-academy-nominees | Miller-Meeks Announces Service Academy Nominees | 2021-12-22 | 2021 | 2021-12 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OTTUMWA, I.A.—Today, December 22nd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) announced nominations of seven students in Iowa’s Second District to be considered for appointments to the United States service academies. “As a 24-year Army veteran, it was an honor to meet each of these students. Our military academies mold our students into the leaders of tomorrow. I want to thank the members of my Service Academy Review and Advisory Board for their work reviewing and interviewing these applicants and giving me their recommendations. The academy nomination is just one step in the path toward attending these prestigious schools and I could not be prouder of every Iowan who put themselves into this application process.” Miller-Meeks’ nominees for the 2022-2023 school year include: Boaz Abramoff - Iowa City - U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Dustin Bohren – Le Claire – U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Luke Jefferson – Bettendorf – U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Jackson Mace-Maynard – Newton – U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Elizabeth Peters - Iowa City - U.S. Naval Academy Destin Schroder – Newton – U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Hunter Shook – Coralville - U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-completes-fourth-24-county-tour | Miller-Meeks Completes Fourth 24 County Tour | 2021-12-22 | 2021 | 2021-12 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OTTUMWA, I.A.—Today, December 22nd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) announced the completion of her fourth 24 County Tour, having now visited all 24 of the Second District’s counties at least four times since being sworn in on January 3rd, 2021. “It has been an honor to visit cities and towns across the Second District. From Newton to Fort Madison and DeWitt to Leon, the Second District is full of amazing families, businesses, and communities, all proud to be in Iowa. I have been fortunate to meet with farmers, students, entrepreneurs, healthcare workers, teachers, working parents, veterans, and so many more amazing Iowans about what I can do to make their lives easier. As I look toward my second year in office, I will continue to work to deliver real results for all Iowans and keep making Iowa the best place to work, live, raise a family, and do business.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-supported-congressional-gold-medal-bill-signed-law | Miller-Meeks Supported Congressional Gold Medal Bill Signed into Law | 2021-12-16 | 2021 | 2021-12 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, December 16th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) made the following statement after President Biden signed into law bipartisan legislation that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the thirteen U.S. military servicemembers who were killed in Afghanistan on August 26th, 2021: “We will never truly be able to thank the soldiers who lost their lives in August. This Congressional Gold Medal will ensure that all of their legacies, including Iowa’s Daegan Page, live on forever. We must never forget their sacrifice.” To read the full text of this legislation, click HERE. Background: The legislation will posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to Staff Sgt. Darin Taylor Hoover, Sgt. Johanny Rosario Pichardo, Sgt. Nicole Gee, Cpl. Hunter Lopez, Cpl. Daegan Page, Cpl. Humberto Sanchez, Cpl. David Lee Espinoza, Lance Cpl. Jared Schmitz, Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum, Lance Cpl. Dylan Merola, Lance Cpl. Kareem Nikoui, Corpsman Maxton Soviak, and Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-iowa-coach-lisa-bluder | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Iowa Coach Lisa Bluder | 2021-12-07 | 2021 | 2021-12 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floorof the House of Representatives to recognize the University of Iowa Women’s Basketball Coach Lisa Bluder on her 800th career win. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a group of women in my district for their hard work that led to a historic game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. On Sunday, the Iowa Women’s Basketball team earned an impressive 88-61 win in their Big Ten Conference opener against Michigan State. With almost 7,000 people in attendance at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, Lisa Bluder and her Hawkeyes showcased their court dominance, with Caitlin Clark adding 24 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds, making her second triple-double in the six games since our season opener against New Hampshire. And the icing on top? All those watching got to see Coach Lisa Bluder earn her 800th career win. Congratulations, ladies, and give yourselves a pat on the back for all the hard work you put in during the off-season. I look forward to seeing what else this team has in store in the coming months. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-statement-inadequate-fix-medicare-sequestration | Miller-Meeks Statement on Inadequate Fix to Medicare Sequestration | 2021-12-07 | 2021 | 2021-12 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, December 7th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) released the following statement after voting NO on an inadequate fix to Medicare sequestration: “Today, I voted no on the Democrat majority’s heavy-handed decision to play political games with Americans’ healthcare and businesses. Medicare patients need and deserve access to quality care and providers. After months of fair negotiations, the majority has chosen a short-term fix to Medicare sequestration and has directly tied it to a debt limit increase. Ensuring patients have access to care and that there are options for quality providers needs to be a top priority. Instead of kicking the can down the road, Congress should be staying in Washington until a long-term bipartisan solution is agreed upon to avoid cuts to Medicare. These political games are unacceptable and the American people deserve better. I look forward to working with my colleagues to address this issue in a permanent and constructive manner.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-statement-national-defense-authorization-act | Miller-Meeks Statement on National Defense Authorization Act | 2021-12-07 | 2021 | 2021-12 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, December 7th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) released the following statement after voting YES on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for the Fiscal Year 2022: “As a 24-year Army veteran, I am pleased to see the final version of the NDAA overwhelmingly pass the House to strengthen our military and their support system. This legislation provides much-needed increases in troop pay, improves servicemember mental health services, and increases available funds well over the President’s initial budget request. The bill also provides funding to improve equipment and readiness and I was proud to vote in favor of it. Included in this legislation are several provisions I fought for including my bipartisan Alexander Lofgren Veterans in Parks Act, my DHS Medical Countermeasures Act, and legislation to create a National Global War on Terrorism Memorial. Especially important to me is language that prevents dishonorable discharge for servicemembers who choose not to be vaccinated, bans taxpayer funds from going to the Taliban, requires an investigation into the Chinese Communist Party’s involvement in the origins of COVID-19, prohibits the federal government from purchasing goods made by Uyghur Muslims in forced labor camps, and takes steps toward fixing our broken military justice system. I am also pleased to see this legislation protects the rights of lawful veteran gun owners and does not include provisions to require women to register for the draft. I look forward to seeing the NDAA swiftly pass the Senate and be signed into law by the President.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: This year’s NDAA included several of Miller-Meeks’ legislative priorities: The Alexander Lofgren Veterans in Parks (VIP) Act (Section 641) would give veterans and Gold Star families free lifetime access to national parks and public federal lands and give active-duty military free annual passes. The DHS Medical Countermeasures Act (Section 6408) would support an… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-distinguished-hawkeye-veterans | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Distinguished Hawkeye Veterans | 2021-12-02 | 2021 | 2021-12 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, December 2nd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floorof the House of Representatives to recognize five members of the University of Iowa community for receiving the Hawkeye Distinguished Veteran Award. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor several men and women for dedicating their lives to service of this country and to Iowa. Recently, three University of Iowa alumni, a staff member, and a graduate student received the 2021 Hawkeye Distinguished Veterans Award for their honorable service to this great nation and their continued service to the University of Iowa and Iowa City community. The recipients of this prestigious award are Chaplain George M. Campbell, Jr., Colonel Kenneth E. Madden, Staff Sgt. Maria Guadalupe Bruno, General Charles A. Horner, and Staff Sgt. Jake L. Schillo. Thank you to these wonderful men and women for their service to the United States and Iowa. Thank you, I yield back the balance of my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-bettendorfs-keagan-berding-and-4-paws-ability | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Bettendorf's Keagan Berding and 4 Paws for Ability | 2021-12-01 | 2021 | 2021-12 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Bettendorf’s Keagan Berding and 4 Paws for Ability. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to share a heartwarming story about total strangers coming together to make a positive impact on a child’s life in my district. Six-year-old Keagan Berding of Bettendorf, Iowa, loves to run. Diagnosed with autism at the age of two, Keagan is nonverbal but is very social and has several passions including playing outside with other children, showing affection through hugs, and watching videos on his tablet. Because of Keagan’s love of running, extra measures are needed to ensure his safety—this is where a fantastic organization has come in to assist Keagan and his parents. 4 Paws for Ability is a group that provides and trains service animals to assist people like the Berding family across the globe. Currently, the organization has raised over $43,000 towards providing Keagan with a fully trained service dog, with the largest single donation being $10,000 from a complete stranger whose own child has benefited from a service animal. Thank you to 4 Paws for Ability and everyone who has contributed for striving to make positive impacts in the lives of children like Keagan all over the world. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-iowa-citys-marc-moen | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Iowa City’s Marc Moen | 2021-12-01 | 2021 | 2021-12 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, December 1st, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floorof the House of Representatives to recognize Iowa City’s Marc Moen. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize a man from my district for his commitment to keeping Iowa beautiful and preserving some of our most treasured historical sites. Marc Moen, a developer in Iowa City, was recently presented with the Iowa Architectural Foundation’s 2021 Community Enhancement Through Architecture and Design Award. The awards program recognizes individuals, organizations, agencies, or communities outside the architectural profession who have demonstrated consistent and effective leadership, vision, and support for architecture, or have continually championed the cause of architecture in ways that have contributed to the betterment of Iowa communities. Marc began his architectural work in 1985 when he advocated to save the “first brick house in Iowa City” from being razed and began restoring the building instead. Since then, Marc has worked to help make Iowa City the beautiful community it is today. Thank you, Marc, for your dedication to our community and our state. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-kalonas-lewis-payne-receiving-iowa-farm-bureau | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Kalona’s Lewis Payne for Receiving the Iowa Farm Bureau Heritage Award | 2021-12-01 | 2021 | 2021-12 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, December 1st, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Kalona’s Lewis Payne for receiving the Iowa Farm Bureau Heritage Award. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, today I recognize a man from my district for continuing his family legacy of leadership in Iowa agriculture. This year, Lewis Payne of Kalona was awarded a Heritage Award by the Iowa Farm Bureau. The Heritage Award recognizes agriculture industry leaders who have carried on the tradition of farming family-owned land. Known as the ‘Pickard Farm’, Lewis’ 261.4-acre plot of land was originally purchased by his great-great grand uncle over 172-years-ago and was passed from Lewis’ great-grandfather down to his grandfather, then eventually to his mother, who then passed the land down to Lewis, who had been raised on the farm helping his parents. When asked about the future of his family farm, Lewis said his goal is to be a steward of the land and eventually pass it down to the next generation. Thank you, Lewis, for continuing a fantastic family tradition, and for making Iowa a better place. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-letter-keep-military-justice-reforms-final-ndaa | Miller-Meeks Joins Letter to Keep Military Justice Reforms in Final NDAA | 2021-11-30 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 30th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined a letter with over 60 members of Congress pushing House and Senate leadership to keep the bipartisan and bicameral Military Justice Improvement and Increasing Prevention Act (MJIIPA) in the final National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) language. “The bipartisan legislation to prevent military sexual assault and reform the military justice system for the better should be included in the final NDAA. This bill is supported by an overwhelming bipartisan majority of the House and a filibuster-proof majority in the Senate,” said Miller-Meeks. “The military justice system has been broken for too long. We need to pass this legislation to fix this system; the time to act is now.” To read the full text of the letter, click HERE. Background: In June, Miller-Meeks joined nine House members to introduce the bipartisan Vanessa Guillén Military Justice Improvement and Increasing Prevention Act. This legislation moves the decision to prosecute serious crimes in the military from the chain of command to independent, trained, and professional military prosecutors. The bipartisan and bicameral letter is signed by 44 senators and 22 members of the House. The House-introduced Vanessa Guillén MJIIPA is currently supported by 220 members. The Senate-introduced MJIIPA is currently supported by 66 members and was led by Senators Joni Ernst (R-IA), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Chuck Grassley (R-IA). | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-muscatines-joshua-gaeta | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Muscatine’s Joshua Gaeta | 2021-11-30 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Muscatine’s Joshua Gaeta. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a military servicemember from my district for his historic actions that saved over thirty lives. Earlier this year, Joshua Gaeta of Muscatine, and his Coast Guard crew were successful in a daring search and rescue operation involving thirty-one fishermen stranded on a ship that caught fire 200 miles off the coast of Nova Scotia, Canada. Facing winds of over fifty miles per hour, waves thirty feet high, and freezing cold temperatures, our Coast Guard, with Gaeta on-board, bravely flew their helicopters to the scene and were able to save all thirty-one crew members. I want to thank Mr. Gaeta and all our servicemembers for all that they do to keep our country safe. Thank you, I yield back the balance of my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-letter-biden-granholm-opposing-plan-tapping-strategic | Miller-Meeks Joins Letter to Biden & Granholm Opposing Plan to Tapping Strategic Petroleum Reserve | 2021-11-19 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 19th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined over 30 of her colleagues, led by Rep. Stephanie Bice (OK-05), in a letter to President Joe Biden and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm opposing their plan to tap into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to slow rising fuel costs and address the current energy crisis. "For months, Americans have been paying higher prices at the gas pump and the Biden Administration has done little to help them. Instead of supporting an all-around energy plan, the Administration has increased our dependence on foreign energy. Tapping into the emergency reserves like the SPR is not going to help in the long run," said Miller-Meeks. "We should not be increasing our reliance on foreign energy sources such as Russia, Iran, and Venezuela. These policies have hurt American jobs, workers, and our economy when we should be working around the clock to support them. To read the full text of the letter, click HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-statement-second-reconciliation-bill | Miller-Meeks Statement on Second Reconciliation Bill | 2021-11-19 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 19th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) released the following statement after voting NO on the second reconciliation bill: “For months, the majority has ignored the ongoing crisis at our border, staggering cost of living increases, supply chain issues, empty shelves, high prices at the gas pump, and a labor shortage. Instead of working on bipartisan fixes to address these crises and support American families, the majority is pushing through a multi-trillion-dollar reckless tax and spend package that is full of tax giveaways for the wealthy at the expense of hard-working American families. The CBO has now said what we have known for months: this package is not fully paid for, doesn’t cost zero, and will increase the deficit. We must go back to responsible spending and bipartisan solutions to build a brighter future for the next generation.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-introduces-legislation-support-local-newspapers | Miller-Meeks Introduces Legislation to Support Local Newspapers | 2021-11-18 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 18th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) introduced the Subscribe to Local News Act. This legislation would support small and local newspapers by creating tax incentives for individuals and businesses to subscribe to and advertise in local papers. “Over the past several years, we have seen local small-town newspapers across the country facing difficult financial decisions. Even before the pandemic, many outlets were forced to cut pay, let staff go, close their doors, or sell to large corporations,” said Miller-Meeks. “From Lamoni to Goose Lake to Montrose, local newspapers across the Second District provide the up-to-date information and news that our communities care about. This decline in the number of local newspapers is an unfortunate trend, and I am confident that my Subscribe to Local News Act will provide much-needed support.” To read the full text of this legislation, click HERE. Background: The number of local news outlets has rapidly declined due to an industry-wide transition to digital media and the pandemic-induced economic recession. In response to these trends, the Subscribe to Local News Act would create a $200 tax credit for individuals to subscribe to small local newspapers with a daily circulation of fewer than 10,000 subscribers. The legislation would also create a $1,000 deduction for businesses to donate to or advertise in small local newspapers. This legislation would take effect after December 31st, 2021 and expire after 2026. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-congressional-review-act-resolution-block-vaccine-mandate | Miller-Meeks Joins Congressional Review Act Resolution to Block Vaccine Mandate | 2021-11-17 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 17th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined over 150 House members, led by Rep. Fred Keller (PA-12), in introducing a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to formally disapprove of and nullify the Biden Administration’s vaccine mandate imposed on America’s businesses and workers. This resolution is the House companion to a resolution introduced by Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN) earlier this month. “For months I have said that getting a COVID-19 vaccine should be a choice, not a requirement of employment. I chose to get vaccinated and traveled across the Second District administering vaccines to those who wanted them,” said Miller-Meeks. “Businesses across the country are already seeing the real impacts of labor shortages, supply chain issues, and inflation; they do not need more government intervention. The government should provide the resources and information needed to help Americans make an informed decision that is best for them and their families, not creating new mandates.” “The broad support that our Congressional Review Act resolution has garnered sends a clear message to President Biden: The American people are fed up with the mandates and government control,” said Keller. “Our nation faces a host of crises created by this administration, including supply chain challenges and skyrocketing costs for everyday goods and services. President Biden’s illegal vaccine mandate is crippling for Main Street job creators and workers. We will continue to do everything we can to oppose this authoritarian rule.” “If I wasn’t so concerned about our economic future, the irony would amuse me: A President who claims to be a jobs creator is implementing policies that dictate who businesses can and cannot retain as employees,” said Rep. Virginia Foxx, Republican Leader of the House Education and Labor Committee. “By supporting this CRA, Republicans are sending a strong message that free people and free markets should never be conquered by fearmongering and federal overreach." … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-legislation-tackle-price-transparency-cattle-market | Miller-Meeks Joins Legislation to Tackle Price Transparency in Cattle Market | 2021-11-17 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 17th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined Reps. Randy Feenstra (IA-04) and Cindy Axne (IA-03) to introduce the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to return fairness to the cattle marketplace dominated by four major meatpackers. This legislation is the House companion to S. 3229, which was introduced by Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE). “Consumers are facing higher prices in the store and producers are still losing money. For months I have been calling for investigations and legislation to take on the over-concentration in our cattle and beef markets by a handful of meatpackers,” said Miller-Meeks. “It is crucial for Iowa’s producers that there is fairness and transparency in our cattle industry. I am proud to join the entire Iowa delegation in introducing this legislation to support our farmers and ranchers.” “Although the cost of beef continues to rise, independent cattle producers have seen prices decrease or remain stagnant for too long. It is clear the current negotiating structure puts consumers and smaller cattle operations at a disadvantage, which is why I immediately began calling for hearings and voicing concerns on the Agriculture Committee,” said Feenstra. “I am honored to lead this legislation alongside Congresswoman Axne, and I would like to thank my colleagues in the Senate, including Senator Grassley, for their persistence and hard work on this critical issue. I look forward to working together to get this bipartisan, bicameral compromise on the president’s desk.” “For years, Iowa’s independent cattle producers have been bearing the burden of price discovery and a lack of transparency when trying to market their cattle and make ends meet,” said Axne. “All they want is fairness and equal footing and that’s exactly what this legislation would do. The Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act would provide meaningful and long-overdue reform to the cattle industry to ensure producers in Iowa and across this country … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-spanberger-gonzalez-axne-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-support | Miller-Meeks, Spanberger, Gonzalez, & Axne Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Healthcare Providers | 2021-11-17 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 17th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), Abigail Spanberger (VA-07), Anthony Gonzalez (OH-16), and Cindy Axne (IA-03) introduced bipartisan legislation that would ensure that remaining Provider Relief Fund (PRF) dollars are distributed to healthcare providers looking to care for patients and protect workers. The Provider Relief Fund Improvement Act would require the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to distribute remaining PRF dollars by March 31st, 2022, relieve the bureaucratic burdens associated with shifting reporting deadlines, and allow PRF recipients to spend their awards on investments in workplace and employee safety. “We must ensure that providers have all of the tools at their disposal to keep Americans healthy. Having the flexibility necessary to use all of the COVID-19 relief funds made available to them is a critical part of this goal,” said Miller-Meeks. “I have thanked HHS previously for choosing to extend the deadline for providers to use Provider Relief Funds, and now I am asking them to do it again. I look forward to working with my colleagues to see this legislation become law to better support our healthcare system as a whole.” “The dedicated men and women of our nation’s hospitals and clinics have worked around the clock for nearly two years to battle COVID-19 and keep patients safe. In Central Virginia, their tireless efforts have been nothing short of heroic. Unfortunately, the pandemic continues to rage in many corners of America, and delays in much-needed Provider Relief Fund payments are causing tremendous uncertainty in Virginia and across the country,” said Spanberger. “Our bipartisan bill reflects the urgency of the need to protect our healthcare workers. Not only would our bipartisan bill give additional certainty to healthcare institutions, but it would cut red tape and eliminate arbitrary restrictions on how providers can put this funding to good use. By providing a new degree of flexibility and peace of mind, the Prov… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-honors-life-fairfields-nohema-graber | Miller-Meeks Honors the Life of Fairfield’s Nohema Graber | 2021-11-16 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 16th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to honor the life of Fairfield’s Nohema Graber. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of a wonderful woman from my district who dedicated her life to the betterment of her community by educating the next generation. On November 2nd, Fairfield lost a beloved member of their community, Nohema Graber. Born in Mexico, Nohema later moved to Iowa, where her love for education drove her to pursue a career in teaching. She would eventually go on to teach Spanish at Fairfield High School. When reading stories about Nohema’s kind and caring spirit I came across one that really warmed my heart, and I would like to share it. When a dear friend of Nohema’s son was diagnosed with a brain tumor twelve years ago, Nohema would pray with her friend every day. Her son—now healthy—was among the countless members of the Fairfield community to attend Nohema’s vigil. I send my prayers out to the friends and family of Nohema Graber, as well as the students and faculty of Fairfield High School as they mourn this tragic loss. Thank you, I yield back the balance of my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-camanches-brent-and-amy-brightman | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Camanche’s Brent and Amy Brightman | 2021-11-15 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 15th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Camanche’s Brent and Amy Brightman, owners of Brent’s Firehouse Coffee. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mdm. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the generosity and Iowa nice spirit of a couple from my district. Recently, Brent and Amy Brightman, the owners of Brent’s Firehouse Coffee in Camanche, presented the Camanche Police and Fire Departments with $2,000 each in what they hope to be the first of an annual donation to their city’s first responders. When asked about the generosity of their donations, Brent, who has served as a volunteer firefighter in Camanche for over a decade, said that they started Brent’s Firehouse Coffee not only to support their community, but to support first responders. Iowa has some of the best small businesses and first responders, and I am beyond proud to see our community come together to support one another. Thank you, Brent, Amy, and the first responders of Camanche for your continued and unwavering service to our community. Thank you, I yield back the balance of my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-introduces-legislation-increase-access-education-families | Miller-Meeks Introduces Legislation to Increase Access to Education for Families | 2021-11-09 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 9th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) introduced the Creating Hope and Opportunity for Individuals and Communities through Education (CHOICE) Act. This legislation would provide families with greater options with regards to their children’s education. This legislation is the House companion to S. 74, introduced by Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC)in January. “I left home to go to college at the age of sixteen to pursue the best educational opportunities available. The last year has shown us that students need to have the opportunity to succeed no matter where they live,” said Miller-Meeks. “The CHOICE Act will give families more options to give their children the best education possible. Senator Scott has always been a leading voice in fighting for equal access to quality education and I am proud to join him in this commonsense legislation.” “As the product of a poor, single-parent household, I have always been a champion of school choice. And as the coronavirus pandemic has shown us, the need for educational options is more vital today than ever before,” said Scott. “The sad reality is too many students lack access to a quality education because of their zip code, and that is simply unacceptable. Commonsense solutions like my CHOICE Act will empower families to choose the best schools for their children and put parents in charge.” To read the full text of this legislation, click HERE. Background: The CHOICE Act would support parents by eliminating barriers to seek the information necessary to determine a best-fit school that can effectively serve their child’s needs. It would expand school choice programs by permitting states that have established programs for parents of disabled children to use public or private funds for the cost of their children attending a private school to supplement those funds with federal special education funds. The legislation authorizes grants to support the design and initial implementation of state programs that allow the parents of a disabled… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-statement-infrastructure-package | Miller-Meeks Statement on Infrastructure Package | 2021-11-05 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 5th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) released the following statement after voting NO on the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: “I have been calling for a fully-funded bipartisan bill that would improve our bridges, roads, broadband, locks, dams, broadband, and the electric grid. I will not support a bill that is directly tied to a multi-trillion dollar reckless tax and spend package that increases inflation and had no Republican input, even though Congress is evenly divided. We could have passed a clean infrastructure package already on a bipartisan basis like the Senate did and found reasonable ways to pay for it. Instead, the majority decided to play politics and hold good ideas hostage to push through their agenda in a partisan manner.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-legislation-support-essential-workers | Miller-Meeks Joins Legislation to Support Essential Workers | 2021-11-04 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today November 4th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined over a dozen House members, led by Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02), in introducing the Keeping Our COVID-19 Heroes Employed Act. This legislation would protect any individual who was deemed as essential during the COVID-19 pandemic from termination under the Biden Administration’s vaccine mandate. This includes Americans employed by the federal government, private entities that receive federal funds, and private entities that received funding from any of the six coronavirus response bills passed by Congress. It also would exempt public and private federal contractors from the mandate. This legislation is the House companion to S. 3079, introduced by Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) in October. “Americans should choose whether to be vaccinated, not forced. As a doctor, I decided to be fully vaccinated and gave COVID-19 vaccines to those in my district who chose to get them,” said Miller-Meeks. “The Administration’s mandates are only making the current labor shortage worse. Our essential workers have been working overtime for over a year and a half to keep the rest of us safe and healthy. They should not be punished for something that should be a personal choice.” “Federal bureaucrats want to punish any American who disobeys Big Brother Biden’s vaccine mandate,” said Burchett. “Individuals must decide for themselves on taking the coronavirus vaccine without government threats to their livelihoods if they do not get the shot. Biden’s vaccine mandate will make our country’s labor shortages worse, especially in essential services like public safety and health care.” “Our essential workers are true heroes,” said Blackburn. “For over 18 months, essential workers showed up to serve and protect their communities. Businesses across the country are desperate for workers and we are in the midst of a supply chain crisis. There are more than 10.4 million open jobs across the country, and now President Biden wants to fire even more workers. Get… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-price-portman-and-carper-introduce-legislation-ensure-safety | Miller-Meeks, Price, Portman, and Carper Introduce Legislation to Ensure Safety of Unaccompanied Children at HHS Facilities | 2021-11-04 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 4th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and David Price (NC-04), along with Senators Rob Portman (R-OH) and Tom Carper (D-DE), introduced the Safeguarding Homes by Ensuring Licensing and Transparency with Eligibility Requirements (SHELTER) Act of 2021. This bipartisan and bicameral bill would ensure shelters operated by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) that house unaccompanied children are thoroughly vetted and licensed by the state in which they operate. “When I heard reports of the lack of oversight at ORR shelters, I knew that action was needed. Ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our care is simply the right thing to do,” said Miller-Meeks. “We need to work on increasing transparency and accountability at these facilities, and our bipartisan SHELTER Act is a step in the right direction. I am proud to partner with Congressman Price, and Senators Carper and Portman on this important issue.” “After being alerted to a troubling situation in my home state of North Carolina, I learned that a larger problem existed in how ORR was awarding shelter grant funding,” said Price. “It is a question of fiscal responsibility and a larger question about our nation’s immigration policy and the way people are being treated. I was troubled that our federal government would contract with an outfit whose license had been suspended by the state, and that this was part of a larger pattern. Unaccompanied children are some of the most vulnerable individuals in our care, and they deserve to be safely housed. While I am pleased that HHS has taken steps towards strengthening their grant application process, I think that we can do more. The SHELTER Act is a significant step forward, and I am proud to introduce this legislation today alongside Senators Carper and Portman and Representative Miller-Meeks.” “I’m pleased to introduce this bipartisan legislation to ensure that shelters that care for unaccompanied children are fully … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-iowa-field-hockey-star-anthe-nijziel | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Iowa Field Hockey Star Anthe Nijziel | 2021-11-04 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 4th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Hawkeye Field Hockey star Anthe Nijziel. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mdm. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a young woman from my district for making University of Iowa and Big Ten sports history. Recently, University of Iowa field hockey star Anthe Nijziel was awarded both Big Ten Co-Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year honors after leading the Hawkeyes to an impressive 16-1 regular season. Though each of these honors are an impressive feat on their own, Anthe has raised the bar, becoming the first Iowa student-athlete to win both awards in the same season and the third person in Big Ten history to win the Player of the Year title in more than one season. I would like to congratulate the entire Iowa field hockey team for a great season, and Head Coach Lisa Cellucci, who was named unanimous Big Ten Coach of the Year after being awarded Co-Coach of the Year last season. Congratulations to Anthe, Coach Cellucci, and the rest of the Iowa field hockey team and good luck as you head into the Big Ten tournament. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-solon-girls-cross-country-team | Miller-Meeks Recognizes the Solon Girls’ Cross-Country Team | 2021-11-03 | 2021 | 2021-11 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, November 3rd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize the Solon girls’ cross-country team for winning the Iowa 3A State Championship. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mdm. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a group of young women who have made history in a small town in my district. Last Friday, the Solon High School girls' cross-country team defied the odds at the 3A Iowa State Championship and brought home their first girls cross country title after upsetting last year’s champion; Ballard High School. Led by top ten finishers Kayla Young and Emma Bock, every Solon Spartan finished in the top 54 in a crowded 133-member field, earning a total score of 77 points. Congratulations to Kayla Young, Emma Bock, Anna Quillin, Meghan O’Neill, Mara Duster, Grace Federspiel, and Kaia Holtkamp. This is a great achievement for both Solon and the Second District, and I could not be prouder to represent all these young women in Congress. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-letter-slamming-administrations-plan-compensate-illegal | Miller-Meeks Joins Letter Slamming Administration's Plan to Compensate Illegal Immigrants $450,000 | 2021-10-29 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 29th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined over 40 of her colleagues, led by Rep. Greg Murphy (NC-03), in a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, and Attorney General Merrick Garland regarding reports that their agencies are in discussions to offer illegal immigrants that unlawfully crossed the border in 2018 roughly $450,000 per person in compensation. “These reports are a slap in the face to hard-working and law-abiding Americans across the country. Iowans should not be paying more at the pump and in the store while watching as their tax dollars are being sent to individuals who willingly broke the law,” said Miller-Meeks. “This Administration repeatedly drops the ball and ignores the very real border, energy, and inflation crises that Americans are enduring every day. This is an unacceptable use of taxpayer dollars.” To read the full text of the letter, click HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-ottumwas-walk-end-alz | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Ottumwa's Walk to End Alz | 2021-10-28 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 28th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Ottumwa’s Walk to End Alz. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mdm. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a group of people from my hometown of Ottumwa for taking part in a great event for an even greater cause. On October 23rd, 170 participants on 37 teams took part in the 2021 Walk to End Alzheimer's in my hometown of Ottumwa. The annual walk, led by The Alzheimer's Association, is held in over 600 communities across the United States to raise awareness of and funds for research for a disease that currently affects 5.8 million Americans. This year, I am proud to announce that the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Ottumwa raised $27,636 thus far with donations still coming in, exceeding their initial goal of $26,000. Thank you to the residents of Ottumwa and the over 600 communities across the United States who have stepped up and stepped forward to put an end to this deadly disease. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-legislation-block-sex-criminals-entering-us | Miller-Meeks Joins Legislation to Block Sex Criminals from Entering the U.S. | 2021-10-27 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 27th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined over fifty House members, led by Rep. Elise Stefanik (NY-21), in introducing the Better Enforcement of Grievous Offenses by unNaturalized Emigrants (BE GONE) Act. This bicameral legislation would block individuals convicted of violent sexual crimes or sexual assault from entering the United States. This legislation is the House companion to S. 2945, introduced by Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) earlier this month. “Our CBP agents and officers are working hard to keep our border secure in the face of a seemingly never-ending crisis that the Administration has failed to address. We should immediately provide law enforcement the authority to identify and deport convicted sex criminals,” said Miller-Meeks. “We are introducing the BE GONE Act to ensure that individuals convicted of violent sexual crimes or sexual assault may not come to the U.S at any time. I am proud to help introduce the House companion to Senator Ernst’s commonsense legislation and continue to work on reasonable fixes to our broken immigration system.” “We are witnessing a border crisis of historic proportions,” said Stefanik. “The Biden Administration’s open-border policies are allowing the highest number of illegal border crossings through our Southern Border in over 30 years. We must work to ensure sex criminals are stopped and deported immediately for the safety of our citizens. Border security is national security, and I am proud to work to keep our communities safe.” “Our nation is facing a border and immigration crisis of historic proportions, whether President Biden and Democrats would like to admit it or not. It’s far past time the Biden Administration steps up to address the reality of the crisis at our border, and one easy fix is to ensure sexual predators and criminals are identified, stopped, and deported,” said Ernst. “My BE GONE Act is gaining support and momentum because it is exactly the commonsense solution we need right now to modernize the imm… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-private-first-class-taylor-patterson | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Private First Class Taylor Patterson | 2021-10-27 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 27th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Private First Class Taylor Patterson. To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for deliver below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today as a veteran to recognize an amazing achievement of a fellow servicewoman in Iowa. Last month, Private First Class Taylor Patterson, a student at Iowa State University, became the first female enlisted infantry soldier in the Iowa National Guard after being the first Iowa woman to complete the rigorous 22-week training program at Fort Benning, Georgia. Five years ago, the U.S. Army began to allow women to serve in combat positions given that they can pass the same base physical requirement for all combat personnel. Through determination and the support of her family and team at Fort Benning, Private First Class Patterson blazed a trail for generations of Iowa women. For over 183 years, the Iowa National Guard have been an excellent example of service above self by always answering their call to duty. Whether it is assisting communities in disaster relief efforts like we saw with last year’s derecho in Iowa or being deployed to Afghanistan this year to aid in the refugee crisis, Iowa’s National Guard has always gone above and beyond in their service to our state and country. Congratulations Private First Class Patterson for your service and for being a trailblazer for women everywhere. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-honors-life-ottumwas-doris-wilz | Miller-Meeks Honors the Life of Ottumwa’s Doris Wilz | 2021-10-26 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 26th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to honor the life of Ottumwa’s Doris Wilz. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for deliver below: Mdm. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, small business owner, and a dear friend to many in my hometown of Ottumwa. On October 20th, Doris Wilz passed away at the age of 93. Born and raised in Ottumwa, Doris was known by many as the one who always went above and beyond for the betterment of the community. As a young widow she met Carl Wilz, a small business owner, and also recently widowed with four small children, the youngest of whom was around three. They got married, and she went forward to help him conduct two small businesses in two towns thirty miles apart. Whether it was through serving customers at one of the family small businesses or volunteering at the Ottumwa Regional Health Center comforting patients and making cookies for the families in the McCreery Cancer Center, Doris always loved to put a smile on the face of others. But when asked what her greatest passion in life is, Doris would say her four children, twelve grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Her gentle smile, melodious laugh, and encouragement meant so much to so many, and drew people to her, including myself, and I am honored she considered me a friend. Thank you, Doris, for contributing to our community, and I will keep you, your family, and your loved ones in my prayers. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-continues-push-block-irs-invading-americans-privacy | Miller-Meeks Continues Push to Block IRS From Invading Americans’ Privacy | 2021-10-21 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 21st, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined over 200 of her colleagues in a letter, led by Rep. Tom Emmer (MN-06), to the Secretary of the United States Department of Treasury, Janet Yellen, reiterating their concerns with the Biden Administration’s proposal to expand the data collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Americans’ bank accounts. “The Administration’s continued push to invade Americans’ privacy should concern everyone. Raising the reporting threshold from $600 to $10,000 still means the overwhelming majority of Americans will be targeted by the IRS,” said Miller-Meeks. “The Treasury Department’s response to our September 13 letter was unacceptable and I am proud to join this second letter to show the Administration that we will not back down. I will continue to fight to ensure that all Americans’ right to privacy is protected.” To read the full text of the letter, click here. Background: On September 13th, 2021, Miller-Meeks joined a letter, also led by Rep. Emmer, with 142 of her colleagues expressing concern with the Administration’s plan to require financial institutions and other financial services providers to report to the IRS a range of new data points on accounts with annual gross inflows and outflows totaling more than $600. Following that letter, the Department of Treasury responded on September 29th, attempting to justify their actions as an effort to “close the tax gap”. However, they failed to address the privacy implications of their proposal. Recently, the Administration and the majorities in Congress have begun considering increasing the threshold from $600 to $10,000 (or an even higher amount). Arbitrarily increasing the threshold to $10,000, as most recently proposed, will still apply to individuals at every rung of the income ladder. Miller-Meeks recently co-sponsored two pieces of legislation that would prevent the IRS from invading Americans’ privacy. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-clarke-community-high-school-football-team | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Clarke Community High School Football Team | 2021-10-21 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 21st, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize the Clarke Community High School football team. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mdm. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the recent success of a high school football team in Iowa’s Second District. For the first time in thirty-one years, the Clarke Community High School Indians are headed to the playoffs. The team finished the regular season with a five and three record, which is also a first in thirty-one years. Although their season had plenty of ups and downs, the team persevered and worked hard to make their community proud. They will be traveling up to Williamsburg, Iowa, tomorrow, October 22, to take on the Raiders in the first round of playoffs. I am confident that Clarke will make the Second District proud. Congratulations to Coach Quinlan and his staff, all of the players, and the entire Clarke County community on their success, and good luck tomorrow night! | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-speaks-save-our-servicemembers-sos-act | Miller-Meeks Speaks on Save Our Servicemembers (SOS) Act | 2021-10-21 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 21st, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives speak on her recently introduced Save Our Servicemembers (SOS) Act. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mdm. Speaker, I rise today to discuss an issue that has become a national crisis that must be immediately addressed. Serving in the Army for 24-years as a nurse and physician from the Vietnam era to the first Gulf War, I have seen many of my fellow veterans suffering from anxiety, depression, survivors’ guilt, and PTSD. Many veterans are still living with those scars, and without proper care and treatment, mental health crises can make everyday life a struggle or even life-threatening. Yesterday, I partnered with my fellow veterans, Congressman Ruben Gallego, a Corporal in the Marine Corps, Senator Joni Ernst, a fellow Iowan, and a fellow Army Lt. Colonel, and Senator Mark Kelly, a Captain in the Navy, to introduce the Save Our Servicemembers Act. This bipartisan and bicameral legislation would direct the Pentagon to evaluate the effectiveness of its suicide prevention efforts and to improve its data collection, reduce bureaucratic duplication, and strengthen collaboration between its offices. I am heartbroken at the continued rise in suicides in the veteran community. It is no secret that our servicemembers often face invisible challenges when they return to civilian life, and we must do a better job of addressing their needs. We need to look into all of our mental health and suicide prevention programs to better service our heroes, and I am proud to partner with an incredible group of veterans in Congress on this legislation. I want you to know that you are not alone and that there are people who care and are trained to help you in any mental health crisis you might face. I encourage everyone to check in on your family and friends because sometimes the deepest wounds are the ones that you cannot see. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-gallego-introduce-legislation-address-uptick-military-suicides | Miller-Meeks & Gallego Introduce Legislation to Address Uptick in Military Suicides | 2021-10-20 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 20th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Ruben Gallego (AZ-07), both veterans, introduced the Save Our Servicemembers (SOS) Act. This bipartisan and bicameral legislation would direct the Pentagon to evaluate the effectiveness of their suicide prevention efforts and to improve its data collection, reduce bureaucratic duplication, and strengthen collaboration between its offices. This legislation is the House companion to legislation introduced by Senators Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ), who are both combat veterans. “I am heartbroken at the continued rise in suicides in the veteran community. It is no secret that our servicemembers often face invisible challenges when they return to civilian life, and we must do a better job of addressing their needs,” said Miller-Meeks. “As a 24-year Army veteran and physician, I have seen the toll that war takes on many members of our military. We need to look into all of our mental health and suicide prevention programs to better service our heroes, and I am proud to partner with an incredible group of veterans in Congress on this legislation." “We must ensure that the Pentagon is doing everything it can to protect servicemembers’ mental health and wellness long before their transition to civilian life. I know firsthand the trauma and stress servicemembers can face, especially when deployed in combat situations. These struggles have contributed to unacceptable increases in military and veteran deaths by suicide,” said Gallego. “To overcome this crisis, we need the Pentagon to take a serious look at its data and the programs it has in place to make sure servicemembers get the help and resources they need. That’s why I’m proud to join my fellow veterans in Congress on this legislation that I know will help save lives.” “Our servicemembers carry out selfless duties every day to protect our nation and oftentimes they face serious and unique challenges. We cannot fail them,” said Ernst. “We need to put out the S.O.S. and ge… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-effort-provide-pricing-leverage-cattle-producers | Miller-Meeks Joins Effort to Provide Pricing Leverage to Cattle Producers | 2021-10-20 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 20th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined over a dozen House members in introducing H.R. 5609, the Cattle Contract Library Act. This bipartisan legislation, introduced by Rep. Dusty Johnson (SD-At Large), would create a library for cattle contracts within the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) Agriculture Marketing Service Department. “For months, I have been calling for increased transparency in our cattle markets to help both producers and consumers. I was proud to introduce the bipartisan Meat Packing Special Investigator Act earlier this year to take on anticompetitive practices and give producers a fair shake, and the Cattle Contract Library Act is another step towards increased accountability and transparency,” said Miller-Meeks. “Cattle businesses need access to the most accurate data to make the best decisions possible. I would like to thank Representative Johnson for his work on important legislation to support Iowa’s farmers and ranchers.” Background: Currently, cattlemen are unaware of contract terms being offered by packers, leading to a decline in leverage for smaller producers during price negotiations. USDA maintains a pork contract library, and following significant volatility in the cattle market and the release of the July 2020 Boxed Beef & Fed Cattle Price Spread Investigation Report, the creation of a library was recommended by experts and stakeholders. H.R. 5609 amends the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to ensure this information is reported and published along with other ongoing reports authorized by the Act. The bill would also instruct the USDA to regularly update the library in a user-friendly format and provide weekly or monthly reports as applicable. Additionally, the bill authorizes the USDA to issue grants to universities, associations, or other institutions that can work directly with producers to disseminate and analyze data to drive marketing decisions. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-bettendorfs-sara-russell-iowa-teacher-year | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Bettendorf’s Sara Russell as Iowa Teacher of the Year | 2021-10-20 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 20th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floorof the House of Representatives to recognize Bettendorf’s Sara Russell as the Iowa Teacher of the Year. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a teacher from my district who recently received a prestigious Iowa award for her work to inspire the next generation. Last week, Sara Russell, who has been teaching social studies for nearly 20-years at Pleasant Valley High School in Bettendorf, was awarded the Department of Education's 2022 Teacher of the Year Award by Governor Kim Reynolds. The Iowa Teacher of the Year award was established in 1958 to recognize educators who go above and beyond to motivate and inspire students to achieve at their highest levels. Sara was selected for this award for her leadership in helping students build necessary life skills while also being a mentor for new teachers in the Pleasant Valley School District. Thank you, Sara, and all the educators who work to inspire the next generation of American leaders and make Iowa the best place, to live, work, and raise a family. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-bras-cause | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Bras for a Cause | 2021-10-20 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 20th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Bras for a Cause. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I would like to take the time to recognize an extraordinary group that has found a creative way to help underserved women in the Ottumwa community receive annual mammogram screenings and breast ultrasounds. Founded in 2011 by two-time breast cancer survivor and River Hills Community Health Center Nurse, Laurie Hornback, “Bras for a Cause” is an annual fundraising event held in Hendrick, Iowa, where donated and decorated bras are modeled by local firemen and auctioned off. Over the past 10 years, the event has raised a total of $174,000 to help women receive breast cancer screenings or treatment. This year, Bras for a Cause raised a total of $27,000, and they will be donating $15,000 to help Ottumwa women receive breast cancer screenings at River Hills Community Health Center in Ottumwa. Additionally, a portion of the remaining funds were donated to Mahaska Health Partnership, while the rest is being saved to help women currently diagnosed with breast cancer undergo treatment. Thank you, Laurie, and Bras for a Cause for coming together to put on this fantastic event, and for your service to our community. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-newtons-eric-vander-velden | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Newton's Eric Vander Velden | 2021-10-20 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 20th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize the faculty of Newton School Districts in Jasper County. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, today I rise to share a story about educators in my district literally going the extra mile to ensure their students’ success. For the last few months, the Newton School District in Jasper County has reported a shortage of bus drivers, leaving many parents and students uncertain about how they would be able to make it to school each morning. With the importance of education and safety in mind, Eric Vander Velden, a physical education teacher in the Newton School District, answered the call for help by driving a school bus when needed. This is part of a larger effort by Newton staff to do whatever they can to help their students succeed. It is stories like these that remind us that our educators are the backbone of this country, and I couldn’t be more confident in our future knowing that the next generation is in their capable hands. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-university-iowas-dr-stuart-weinstein | Miller-Meeks Recognizes the University of Iowa’s Dr. Stuart Weinstein | 2021-10-19 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 19th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize the University of Iowa’s Dr. Stuart Weinstein. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the achievements of an exceptional healthcare professional in my district. Recently, Dr. Stuart Weinstein, the Ignacio V. Ponseti Chair and Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Iowa, was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Scoliosis Research Society for his incredible work studying pediatric spinal deformity. Since joining the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Iowa in 1976, Stu has worked to make our community, and the whole world a better place. Stu has published over 250 scientific articles in some of the most well-known and prestigious peer-reviewed journals. His research has focused on spinal deformity in children and the natural history and long-term outcome of pediatric musculoskeletal conditions. Listing and discussing all of Stu’s achievements would take much longer than one minute, so I will close by saying how grateful I am to have people like Stu living in Iowa’s Second District. I always tell anyone I meet that Iowa is the best place to live, work, and raise a family. And with outstanding citizens like Stu, we will continue to hold that title. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-efforts-block-irs-invading-americans-privacy | Miller-Meeks Joins Efforts to Block IRS From Invading Americans’ Privacy | 2021-10-15 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 15th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined two pieces of legislation that would prevent the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) from invading Americans’ privacy. The Protecting Financial Privacy Act, introduced by Rep. Ashley Hinson (IA-01) and Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), and would prevent the IRS from monitoring Americans' financial transactions by blocking the provision in the reconciliation package that would allow the IRS to monitor transactions of $600 or more. The Prohibiting IRS Financial Surveillance Act was introduced by Rep. Drew Ferguson (GA-03) and would ban the IRS from implementing any new reporting requirements for banks or other financial institutions. “This new IRS surveillance program is an invasion of privacy and unacceptable. This overreach by the majority would infringe upon the rights of Iowans and average Americans,” said Miller-Meeks. “I am proud to co-sponsor two pieces of legislation to address this issue and I thank my colleagues for their work to protect our constituents’ financial privacy from even more government surveillance.” Background: As part of its “Build Back Better” plan, the Biden Administration proposed implementing a surveillance system requiring banks and other financial institutions to provide the IRS details on their customers and data for accounts with deposits or withdrawals worth more than $600. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-bost-introduce-legislation-expand-reach-veterans-justice-programs | Miller-Meeks & Bost Introduce Legislation to Expand Reach of Veterans Justice Programs | 2021-10-08 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 8th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and the Republican Leader of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12), introduced the Veterans Justice Outreach Improvement Act. This legislation would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to expand outreach about the Veterans Justice Outreach (VJO) program to ensure that every veteran who could be eligible for VJO is aware of the program. “The VJO program is incredibly important to supporting our veterans, and there is much work to be done to make sure it reaches every veteran it can help. It is no secret that veterans who have ever a had even a limited involvement in our criminal justice system are more likely to experience homelessness, depression, and addiction,” said Miller-Meeks. “Ensuring our veterans have access to the benefits and services they have earned is a top priority of mine in Congress. I am proud to partner with a fellow veteran, Congressman Bost, to help our veterans access available resources and services.” “VA’s Veteran Justice Outreach program does vitally important work to support veterans who have been arrested or incarcerated and are at-risk,” said Ranking Member Bost. “We must do everything we can to make sure every veteran who can benefit from the program is aware of it. That’s why I am proud to join my friend and fellow veteran, Dr. Miller-Meeks, in introducing the Veterans Justice Outreach Improvement Act. This bill will bolster VA’s ability to work with stakeholders in criminal justice communities across the country to deliver veterans the help they need.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: Justice-involved veterans who have been arrested and/or incarcerated are at an increased risk for homelessness, substance abuse, mental illness, and suicide. In 2009, the VA established the VJO program to help support justice-involved veterans. Through VJO, specialists at each VA medical center work with local courts, jails, and law enforcement office… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-introduces-legislation-preserve-unused-visas | Miller-Meeks Introduces Legislation to Preserve Unused Visas | 2021-10-05 | 2021 | 2021-10 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, October 5th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) introduced the Preserving Employment Visas Act. This legislation would allow the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to preserve unused employment-based visas for use in Fiscal Years 2020 and 2021 (FY20 and FY21). This legislation is the House companion to S. 2828, introduced by Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) in September. “Ensuring that our immigration system is fair and orderly is one of my top priorities in Congress. These visas are already authorized by Congress and would have been used if not for the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Miller-Meeks. “My legislation would fuel the American recovery from COVID-19, contribute to long-term economic growth, and provide relief for healthcare providers by reducing the green card backlog. As a member of the Homeland Security Committee, I look forward to working with USCIS to make sure that our immigration system works for everyone.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: During FY20, 122,000 family-preference visas went unused. This caused the number of employment-based visas available in FY21 to rise to 226,000. This dramatic increase in employment-based visas represents a unique opportunity to reduce the green card backlog and improve American competitiveness through legal immigration. Processing delays at USCIS could put these much-needed employment-based visas to waste. According to recent court filings, USCIS is currently at risk of wasting almost 83,000 employment-based visas which expired on October 1st, 2021. This is in addition to 9,100 unused employment-based visas from FY20. Wasting these visas would be a major loss to American economic competitiveness and to the healthcare industry. American businesses and healthcare providers were already struggling to fill both skilled and unskilled jobs before COVID-19 and continue to face labor shortages during our recovery from the pandemic. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-honors-life-former-iowa-state-representative-jim-van-engelenhoven | Miller-Meeks Honors the Life of Former Iowa State Representative Jim Van Engelenhoven | 2021-09-30 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 30th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to honor the life of former Iowa State Representative Jim Van Engelenhoven. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Madame Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of a man from my district, whose legacy of serving his community will continue to resonate for generations. Last Monday, Jim Van Engelenhoven, a former Iowa State Representative from Mahaska County, passed away. Jim began his career in public service by serving in Iowa’s Air National Guard. In 1993, James was elected to Mahaska County’s Board of Supervisors, where he served until 1998, when he began serving as an Iowa State Representative. Jim was loved by many in the Mahaska County community and across the State of Iowa for his compassion and willingness to go the extra mile to serve his community. My heart and prayers go out to Jim’s wife, Carol, his son, Jeff, and the rest of his loved ones. May he rest in peace. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-introduces-resolution-stand-women-and-girls-afghanistan | Miller-Meeks Introduces Resolution to Stand Up for Women and Girls in Afghanistan | 2021-09-30 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Last week, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), Ralph Norman (SC-05), and Stephanie Bice (OK-05) introduced H.Res. 694, a resolution in the House of Representatives condemning the human rights violations targeted toward women and girls in Afghanistan under Taliban rule. “The brave men and women serving in Afghanistan over the last 20 years did not sacrifice so much to see all of their hard work and progress collapse in a matter of weeks. It should come as no surprise that the Taliban has begun to infringe on the rights of Afghan women and girls,” said Miller-Meeks. “All women and girls should have the right to liberty, freedom of movement, education, self-expression, and employment and Congress should immediately work to preserve these rights.” “Today I urge Congress to officially condemn the recent oppression of women, girls, and religious minority groups in Afghanistan,” said Norman. “I maintain that the safety of Afghan civilians, especially those who are most vulnerable, remain a critical concern. Congress should condemn the Taliban’s actions and be devoted to preserving the dignity of all Afghan citizens.” “It is heartbreaking to witness the violence and oppression Afghan women and girls endure under Taliban control,” said Bice. “We must do all that we can to protect them during this extremely volatile time.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: The Taliban has publicly claimed a more “progressive” view toward women's rights, but the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has received credible reports of serious violations of international human law and human rights taking place in many areas under Taliban control. These violations include executions of civilians and members of the Afghan national security forces, restricting the rights of women and girls to move around freely and attend schools, recruitment of child soldiers, and repression. H.Res. 694 would: Condemn any actions taken by any terrorist organization or form of government in A… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-demands-removal-red-flag-laws-ndaa | Miller-Meeks Demands Removal of Red Flag Laws from NDAA | 2021-09-29 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 29th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined a letter to the Chairmen and Ranking Members of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, demanding the full removal of a “red flag” provision in H.R. 4350, the House National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), during the conference committee process. “I am strongly opposed to “red flag laws,” which are unconstitutional laws that violate the due-process rights of gun owners. I am opposed to the inclusion of these provisions in the NDAA and it is imperative that we remove them from the NDAA before the House votes on this legislation again,” said Miller-Meeks. “I voted for the NDAA with the understanding that any possible “red flag” provisions will be removed from the final version of the bill. If they are not removed, I will not vote for the bill when it returns to the House for final passage. I fully expect that the red flag provisions will be eliminated in the final version of the NDAA, and I look forward to voting on a final version of the bill that funds our military and protects the due-process rights of our servicemembers.” To read the full text of the letter, click HERE. Background: The letter expresses deep concern that if Sec. 529 of the NDAA were to be enacted, the Second Amendment rights of U.S. military servicemembers would be violated by allowing military judges and magistrates to issue military court gun confiscation orders. Such orders could be issued on an ex parte basis, without the servicemember even being present in court to defend themselves. The members wrote: “…Even more concerning, under this provision, such an order could be issued by a military court on an ex parte basis – meaning the order could be issued without the servicemember even being present in court to defend themselves. We believe this is a serious breach of due process that demands your full attention. They continued: “…Every single day, brave American servicemembers serve in harm’s way to defend our nation, our way of life, an… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-hills-elementary-school | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Hills Elementary School | 2021-09-28 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 28th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Hills Elementary School. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak about the importance of childhood education, and how a school in my district is taking extra strides to ensure their students’ success. At Hills Elementary School in Hills, Iowa, one out of four students are in the process of learning English as their second language, this is far higher than the average rate in Iowa being 12%. Though many might see this language disparity as a barrier to student achievement, this year, Hills Elementary was selected as one of 325 schools to win a National Blue Ribbon School Award from the U.S. Department of Education, with 81% of students at the school showing improvement in their academics. Beginning in 1982, the National Blue Ribbon School Award has been used to recognize American schools for academic excellence. I couldn’t be prouder of both the students and faculty at Hills Elementary, and I wish the best for them as they continue their journey of academic achievement. Thank you, and I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-iowa-citys-alan-johnson | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Iowa City’s Alan Johnson | 2021-09-28 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 28th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Iowa City’s Alan Johnson. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an individual from my district for his work to keep both Iowans and Americans healthy. Alan Johnson, a professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Iowa has been selected for the 2021 Excellence Award for Hypertension Research by the American Heart Association’s Council on Hypertension. This award by the American Heart Association is given to members of the scientific community who have had a “major impact” in research that has contributed to better understanding the causes and effects of hypertension. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common cardiovascular condition that affects millions of Americans a year. I am proud of Professor Johnson for his decades of research into the effects, causes and treatments into this condition, and I congratulate him for earning this prestigious award. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-university-iowa-stead-family-childrens-hospital | Miller-Meeks Recognizes University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital | 2021-09-28 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 28th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and I would like to take a moment to thank my district for their work in treating and researching childhood cancer. A staple in my district and to the Iowa City community is the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital, located right across the street from Kinnick Stadium. You might know it well from the “wave”, one of college football’s greatest traditions. The Stead Family Children’s Hospital specializes in treating pediatric patients, winning several awards for their specialties in pediatric cancer, orthopedics, and cardiology, among others. Our gratitude for helping these children extends beyond the staff at Stead Family Children’s Hospital, many University of Iowa students and members of the Iowa City Community use their free time to volunteer just to brighten a child’s day. Thank you to the men and women in Iowa who are working to treat, and research childhood cancer, and those who use their time to comfort children that are currently battling it. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-announces-additional-federal-grant-second-district-fire | Miller-Meeks Announces Additional Federal Grant for Second District Fire Department | 2021-09-27 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OTTUMWA, I.A.—Today, September 27th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) announced a federal grant has been awarded to a fire department in Iowa’s Second District. The Jefferson-Monroe Fire Department for the city of Swisher, Iowa, was recently awarded a grant from the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program for the Fiscal Year 2020 (FY20). This program is administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in cooperation with the U.S. Fire Administration. Through the grant, the Jefferson-Monroe Fire Department will receive $394,266.00 for recruitment and retention. “I am pleased to see that FEMA has awarded additional grants to a deserving fire department in our community. This grant will specifically work to assist the department with recruitment and retention of firefighters,” said Miller-Meeks. “I encourage DHS and FEMA to continue allocating these grants to support local fire departments. I will work with my colleagues on the Homeland Security Committee to support this mission any way that I can.” Background: SAFER Grant Program is one of three grant programs that constitute FEMA’s focus on enhancing the safety of the public and firefighters with respect to fire and related hazards. The FY20 SAFER Program will award $355 million to an estimated 300 eligible fire departments and volunteer firefighter interest organizations to assist fire departments in increasing the number of firefighters to meet industry minimum standards and attain 24-hour staffing to provide adequate fire protection from fire and fire-related hazards. Using a competitive process that is informed by fire service subject matter experts, grants are awarded to applicants whose requests best address the priorities of the FY 2020 SAFER Program. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-bettendorfs-joe-stewart-and-quad-cities-bicycle-club | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Bettendorf's Joe Stewart and the Quad Cities Bicycle Club | 2021-09-23 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 23rd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Joe Stewart of Bettendorf and the Quad Cities Bicycle Club. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to share an Iowa nice story about looking out for one of our own. Joe Stewart, a resident of Bettendorf in Scott County, relied on his bicycle for years to make his three-mile round-trip commute to work every day, but after his bike broke, the time of his daily commute would double. For over a month after losing his only means of transportation, Joe would walk in between the highway and railroad tracks to make it to work, not missing a single day of work. This is when Quad Cities Bicycle Club member Kathy Storm noticed Joe walking “with a big smile on his face” despite his circumstances. The Quad Cities Bicycle Club is known for their generosity, with members donating bikes to share their love of cycling with other members of the community. After talking, Kathy learned of Joe’s situation and later showed up to his place of employment with a big surprise: a new bike that was donated to the club. It’s stories like these that make us smile and inspire others to help their own neighbors. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-new-sharon-disaster-team | Miller-Meeks Recognizes the New Sharon Disaster Team | 2021-09-23 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 23rd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize the New Sharon Disaster Team. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a group of good Samaritans who recently brought Iowa nice to Louisiana. Earlier this month, the New Sharon Fire Department of Mahaska County joined dozens of recovery teams from across the nation to perform disaster relief efforts and assist in search and rescue operations in Louisiana after Hurricane Ida. Thanks to the generosity of the New Sharon and Mahaska County community, the New Sharon Fire Department has aided in recovery efforts both in the Hawkeye State and elsewhere across the country for 16 years. In 2018, the New Sharon Fire Department assisted local Texas recovery teams in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, and last year they traveled to help local communities that were devastated by Hurricanes Laura and Sally. Thank you to the New Sharon Fire Department and the citizens of Mahaska County for answering the call to serve and being incredible examples of the generosity and selflessness of Iowans. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-speaks-support-fully-funding-iron-dome | Miller-Meeks Speaks in Support of Fully Funding the Iron Dome | 2021-09-23 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 23rd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to stress the importance of fully funding the Iron Dome missile defense system. To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak on the importance of the United States continuing to support our allies, specifically Israel. Israel has long been a key strategic ally for the United States. Our relationship is mutually beneficial, and it is important that we work to support them whenever we can. That means fully funding the Iron Dome missile defense system must be a top priority of this Congress. The Iron Dome is a mobile all-weather air defense system designed to intercept and destroy short-range rockets and artillery shells whose trajectory would take them to an Israeli populated area. This system is purely defensive and designed to protect civilians. Innocent bystanders of all ethnicities, nationalities, and faiths rely on the Iron Dome for protection and safety. When terrorist groups like Hamas and Hezbollah fire thousands of rockets into Israel, the Iron Dome system quickly destroys them and saves countless lives. Unfortunately, the majority wants to play games with this vital program. Earlier this week, the funding for the Iron Dome was stripped from the majority’s continuing resolution amid protests from progressive members. For years, the United States has consistently funded the Iron Dome on a strong bipartisan basis to help Israel defend itself against rocket attacks from terrorist organizations. There has never been a situation where military aid for Israel was held up because of objections from members of Congress. It is disgraceful that the majority removed the $1 billion in funding for the Iron Dome to appease the far left that seems to have taken over their agenda. Not funding the Iron Dome puts lives at risk for absolutely no reason. And while I appreciate the majority introducin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-statement-ndaa | Miller-Meeks Statement on NDAA | 2021-09-23 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 23rd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) released the following statement after voting YES on H.R. 4350, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022: “Ensuring that our military is properly equipped is one of Congress’ top priorities. This bipartisan bill provides top-of-the-line weapons and equipment, increases servicemember pay by 2.7%, and provides $25 billion more in funding over the President’s budget request,” said Miller-Meeks. “I was pleased to see provisions I fought for were included in this package, including my bipartisan Veterans in Parks Act, my DHS Medical Countermeasures Act, the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Location Act, continuing to investigate the origins of COVID-19, and holding the Administration accountable for the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. I look forward to working with my colleagues to get this legislation to the President’s desk.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-urges-president-biden-keep-promises-biofuels-producers | Miller-Meeks Urges President Biden to Keep Promises to Biofuels Producers | 2021-09-22 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 22nd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to keep his promises on upholding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) by not decimating the demand for billions of gallons of ethanol. “Then-candidate Biden made numerous promises to biofuels producers that he would support their livelihoods and uphold the RFS. I am disappointed to see his Administration has begun to make decisions that would be counter to his previous commitments,” said Miller-Meeks. “Biofuels are incredibly important to Iowa’s economy, putting money in the pockets of our producers and creating countless jobs across our state. My colleagues and I in the bipartisan Biofuels Caucus will continue to fight to ensure that our energy sector continues to use biofuels to end our dependence on foreign energy, diversify our energy usage, become more environmentally friendly, and create good-paying jobs.” In their letter, the members highlighted that while running for President, President Biden stated that President Trump’s RFS waivers were “harmful” and called for “setting strong (Renewable Volumes Obligation) levels for 2021.” Now, it is again being reported that President Biden’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is “considering big cuts to biofuel blending mandates for 2020, 2021, and 2022.” This past June, it was reported the Biden Administration was “considering ways to provide relief to U.S. oil refiners from biofuel blending mandates.” This letter was signed by Reps. Rodney Davis (IL-13), Adrian Smith (NE-03), Dusty Johnson (SD-00), Ashely Hinson (IA-01), Randy Feenstra (IA-04), Michelle Fischbach (MN-07), Darin LaHood (IL-18), Tom Emmer (MN-06), Ann Wagner (MO-02), Tracey Mann (KS-01), Jim Hagedorn (MN-01), Vicky Hartzler (MO-04), James Comer (KY-01), Ron Estes (KS-04), Jake LaTurner (KS-02), Jim Baird (IN-04), Adam Kinzinger (IL-16), Sam Graves (MO-06), Don Bacon (NE-02), Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03), and Mike Bost (IL-12). To read the full text of the letter, … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-honors-life-davis-countys-dennis-anderson | Miller-Meeks Honors the Life of Davis County's Dennis Anderson | 2021-09-20 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, September 20th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to honor the life of Davis County’s Dennis Anderson. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Madame Speaker, today I rise to remember the life of a beloved member of the Davis County community. Last Wednesday, Hall-of-Fame Davis County coach Dennis Anderson passed away after a battle with stage-4 cancer. Dennis Anderson began his career in Davis County athletics in 1968 when he started as a physical education teacher and varsity track coach. Under his 50 years of leadership, Mr. Anderson coached 22 state champions and was named Regional Coach of the Year in 1979, 1980, and 1992 before being hired as the school’s athletic director. After his retirement from Davis County Schools in 2000, Mr. Anderson spent seven years as a zone chief at Iowa State track meets, and was named Southeast Director of the Iowa Track Officials Association Thank you, Dennis, for your long-time service to the Davis County Community and for making Iowa a better place through being a mentor and role model to countless young men and women. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-announces-federal-grants-second-district-fire-departments | Miller-Meeks Announces Federal Grants for Second District Fire Departments | 2021-09-02 | 2021 | 2021-09 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OTTUMWA, I.A.—Today, September 2nd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) announced that two federal grants have been awarded to fire departments in Iowa’s Second District. The fire departments for the cities of Burlington and Osceola were recently awarded grants from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant program. This program is administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in cooperation with the U.S. Fire Administration. Through the grants, the City of Burlington will receive $91,883.64, and the City of Osceola will receive $180,223.33 to support fire prevention and safety. “I am thrilled to see FEMA award grants to two deserving Iowa fire departments. These grants will go a long way to supporting the fire departments in Burlington and Osceola,” said Miller-Meeks. “I applaud DHS and FEMA for working to assist our local fire companies. As a member of the Homeland Security Committee, with jurisdiction over DHS and FEMA, I look forward to continuing to work to support Iowans wherever I can.” Background: The FP&S Grant Program is one of three grant programs administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to focus on enhancing the safety of the public and firefighters with respect to fire and related hazards. The fiscal year 2020 FP&S Program will award $35.5 million to an estimated 100 eligible first-responder organizations that need support to improve their capability to respond to fires and emergencies of all types. The purpose of the FP&S Program is to award grants directly to fire departments and non-profit organizations for fire prevention programs and supporting firefighter health and safety research and development. Using a competitive process that is informed by fire service subject-matter experts, grants are awarded to applicants whose requests best address the priorities of the FY 2020 FP&S Program. In FY 2020, the DHS Appropriations Act, 2020 (Pub. L. No. 116-93) appropriated a … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-legislation-award-congressional-gold-medals-fallen-soldiers | Miller-Meeks Joins Legislation to Award Congressional Gold Medals to Fallen Soldiers | 2021-08-31 | 2021 | 2021-08 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, August 31st, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined over 150 House members in introducing legislation to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the thirteen U.S. military servicemembers who were killed in Afghanistan last week. “My heart breaks for the thirteen new Gold Star Families across our country. These soldiers gave their lives in service to our country, and we cannot forget them,” said Miller-Meeks. “A Congressional Gold Medal is the least we can do to honor these heroes. We will never forget their sacrifice.” To read the full text of this legislation, click HERE. Background: The legislation will posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to Staff Sgt. Darin Taylor Hoover, Sgt. Johanny Rosario Pichardo, Sgt. Nicole Gee, Cpl. Hunter Lopez, Cpl. Daegan Page, Cpl. Humberto Sanchez, Cpl. David Lee Espinoza, Lance Cpl. Jared Schmitz, Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum, Lance Cpl. Dylan Merola, Lance Cpl. Kareem Nikoui, Corpsman Maxton Soviak, and Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:11:17Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-push-hold-hearing-veteran-mental-health | Miller-Meeks Joins Push to Hold Hearing on Veteran Mental Health | 2021-08-31 | 2021 | 2021-08 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, August 31st, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined a letter to Rep. Mark Takano (CA-41), the Chairman of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, urging him to immediately hold a full committee hearing on veteran mental health following recent events in Afghanistan. “Mental health in our veteran community has always been a challenge. For decades we have worked to improve mental health access and services for our veterans,” said Miller-Meeks. “Over the last few weeks, the world has watched Afghanistan become a true crisis. I have spoken to many veterans and active-duty soldiers who served in Afghanistan and they need to know that we support them and their sacrifice to our country.” “As the world bears witness to the Biden Administration’s failure in Afghanistan, the VA Committee must be laser-focused on supporting the veterans who served there,” said Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12), the Republican Leader of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee. “We know this continued crisis is already taking a toll on veterans’ mental health. That’s why I joined my colleagues in calling on Chairman Takano to hold a hearing to ensure the men and women who served have what they need to cope. We should have no higher priority.” “As a physician of more than 30 years, I am deeply concerned about the psychological impact that President Biden’s failed withdrawal is having on veterans and active-duty service members across the country,” said Rep. Greg Murphy (NC-03). “I represent over 89,000 veterans in North Carolina’s Third District, which includes Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Every day I am hearing from veterans and their loved ones who express serious concern regarding ongoing events in Afghanistan. As members of HVAC, we have an obligation to provide resources for our veterans and assure them that they are not alone. There is never any shame in asking for help. I urge Chairman Takano to call our committee back to Washington immediately so we can hear from experts and discuss much-needed veteran mental heal… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:11:17Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-introduces-legislation-block-taxpayer-dollars-afghanistan | Miller-Meeks Introduces Legislation to Block Taxpayer Dollars to Afghanistan | 2021-08-27 | 2021 | 2021-08 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, August 27th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) introduced the Ensuring Evacuation from Afghanistan Act. This legislation would prohibit the distribution of federal funds to Afghanistan until all Americans and our allies have been fully evacuated. “We have an obligation to work around the clock to bring home all American soldiers and citizens from Afghanistan. We also have a moral obligation to help Afghans who assisted American operations during our twenty years there,” said Miller-Meeks. “Given the events over the last few days, I am introducing the Ensuring Evacuation from Afghanistan Act to prevent taxpayer dollars from going to Afghanistan until President Biden certifies that all Americans and our partners are safely out. We have no time to waste, and I hope we can act quickly before more lives are lost.” To read the full text of this legislation, click HERE. Background: The Ensuring Evacuation from Afghanistan Act would: Prevent federal funds from being made available to the Government of Afghanistan until the President of the United States certifies a full evacuation. The President of the United States would be required to submit to Congress that all United States citizens, legal permanent residents, coalition partners, and Afghan allies who would like to leave Afghanistan have been evacuated. The President of the United States would be required to exercise all of the powers granted under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to ensure that Afghan government assets in the U.S. are also frozen until such a certification is made. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:11:17Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-delgado-mann-sherrill-introduce-bipartisan-and-bicameral | Miller-Meeks, Delgado, Mann, Sherrill Introduce Bipartisan and Bicameral Legislation to Improve Veterans Crisis Line | 2021-08-26 | 2021 | 2021-08 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, August 26th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), Antonio Delgado (NY-19), Tracey Mann (KS-01), and Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) announced bipartisan legislation to improve the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL). The Revising and Expediting Actions for the Crisis Hotline (REACH) for Veterans Act would implement key improvements in staff training and management. The bill also facilitates the VCL’s transition to 9-8-8 as part of the national suicide prevention hotline. This legislation is the House companion to legislation introduced by Senators Jon Tester (D-MT) and Jerry Moran (R-KS), the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee. “Our veterans deserve the highest quality care at all times. The Veterans Crisis Line is a critical tool to helping our veterans in their time of need,” said Miller-Meeks. “Being able to work with the amazing Veterans Service Organizations and other stakeholders around the country to develop updated training guidelines will better serve all of our veterans. I am proud to partner with Representatives Delgado, Mann, and Sherrill to revamp this important resource for our veterans.” “Congress has made meaningful improvements to the Veterans Crisis Line in recent years, but more can be done. Our brave veterans deserve the highest level of support,” said Delgado. “This bipartisan and bicameral legislation would implement critical recommendations made by the Office of Inspector General to better serve veterans, servicemembers, National Guard and Reserve, and their families. I am proud to lead this effort alongside Senators Tester and Moran and my colleagues in the House. Let's get this done.” “Our military veterans dedicated their lives to protecting our country, and they deserve first-rate resources,” said Mann. “The REACH for Veterans Act would improve the Veterans Crisis Line – enhancing staff training, establishing new response programs, and evaluating process management. I’m pleased to join Representative Delgado, my Kansas colleague Sena… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:11:17Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-statement-attacks-kabul-airport | Miller-Meeks Statement on Attacks at Kabul Airport | 2021-08-26 | 2021 | 2021-08 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OTTUMWA, I.A.—Today, August 26th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) released the following statement after reports of American soldiers being killed outside Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan: “My heart is broken at the loss of our servicemembers in Afghanistan. I am praying for the safety of everyone in the immediate area and that we can get them all out of Afghanistan quickly and safely. This Administration has mishandled the withdrawal since the beginning. For months, I worked with a bipartisan group of members pushing President Biden to begin immediately evacuating American soldiers and citizens, as well as our Afghan partners. We were stonewalled. This withdrawal has been an operational and possible intelligence failure at every step.It is important to separate our need to bring troops home or “end a war” from how this withdrawal was executed. We should not have advertised our withdrawal strategy to the entire world just to fit an arbitrary and symbolic timeline. I want to tell every single American who served and worked in Afghanistan that their service and sacrifices are acknowledged, appreciated, and we are forever in their debt. Even during this withdrawal, our military has performed in an exemplary fashion. They have kept our country safe for the last twenty years through their brave actions. Now we must do right by them and work to get every single American out of Afghanistan before there are more lives lost.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:11:17Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-speaks-afghanistan-crisis | Miller-Meeks Speaks on Afghanistan Crisis | 2021-08-23 | 2021 | 2021-08 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, August 23rd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives on the ongoing situation in Afghanistan. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mdm. Speaker, I rise today to speak on the ongoing situation in Afghanistan. As a Vietnam-era veteran, I have seen the outcome of a poorly executed withdrawal, with tragic images of our allies hanging off of aircraft. The scene that unfolded at Hamid Karzai Airport in Kabul last week is a betrayal to American civilians and soldiers, our Afghan partners who aided American troops in the Global War on Terror, and the Afghan people. The catastrophe that we have seen over the last few days was completely avoidable. We watched as the Taliban quickly took control of the country, released terrorists from prison, and began implementing Sharia law on those we left behind. One of the most basic things you learn in the military is to never give your enemy the upper hand. We gave the Taliban the upper hand when we broadcast our withdrawal plans to the world. The arbitrary and symbolic timeline the Biden Administration gave to get our troops out is during the peak of the ‘fighting season’. The Biden Administration needs to take full responsibility for this disaster. They are making the decisions and need to be accountable for those decisions. President Biden said that the buck stops with him but he has continued to point fingers and blame others. We need more answers regarding the decision-making process, and more answers on how the Biden Administration plans to extricate those left behind. It is our moral obligation to help them, and we must act now. I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:11:17Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-veterans-parks-act-unanimously-passes-house | Miller-Meeks' Veterans in Parks Act Unanimously Passes House | 2021-07-29 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 29th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ (IA-02) Alexander Lofgren Veterans in Parks (VIP) Act unanimously passed the House of Representatives. This legislation would give veterans and Gold Star families free lifetime access to national parks and public federal lands and give active-duty military free annual passes. “I am thrilled to see my bipartisan Alexander Lofgren VIP Act overwhelmingly pass the House today. We often say that we support the physical and mental health of our veterans, and it is great to see legislation pass that will do great things for the health of our heroes,” said Miller-Meeks. “Giving our veterans and Gold Star families free lifetime access to our incredible national parks will do wonders. I was proud to partner with a fellow veteran, Congressman Gallego, on this legislation and look forward to working to see this bill reach the President’s desk.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: The America the Beautiful Pass provides access to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas, including national parks, national forests, and wildlife refuges. This includes some of the country's most iconic natural treasures, ranging from Acadia National Park to the Redwood National Forest. The Alexander Lofgren Veterans in Parks (VIP) Act would allow all veterans, active-duty servicemembers, and Gold Star Families to visit all national parks and public lands free of charge. In 2020, the America the Beautiful annual pass became free for veterans and Gold Star Families; however, this change for veterans has never been put into law and could be undone in future years. The Alexander Lofgren Veterans in Parks (VIP) Act protects these passes by codifying them and making them lifetime passes instead of annual passes. Finally, the VIP Act also creates annual passes for current servicemembers, which can be converted into lifetime passes once they leave the military. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-dump-opioids-act-unanimously-passes-house-heads-potus | Miller-Meeks DUMP Opioids Act Unanimously Passes the House, Heads to POTUS | 2021-07-27 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 27th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ (IA-02) Dispose Unused Medications and Prescription (DUMP) Opioids Act passed the House of Representatives with a vote of 424-0. This bipartisan legislation would direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ensure that certain medical facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) have physical locations for the disposal of controlled substances medications. “I am happy to see the DUMP Opioids Act pass the House today. This commonsense legislation will expand access to opioid disposal sites at VA facilities to all Americans,” said Miller-Meeks. “This is a simple change to existing law that will do a lot of good and help combat the ongoing opioid crisis. I appreciate the partnership of Sen. John Kennedy and Rep. David Trone in getting this legislation passed in both chambers and I look forward to seeing President Biden sign it into law.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: In January 2021, H.R. 7105, the Johnny Isakson and David P. Roe, M.D. Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act of 2020, was signed into law. Under this law, which takes effect on January 1st, 2022, the VA is required to set up prescription drop boxes on VA campuses so that patients can safely dispose of unused and excess controlled substances medications. The DUMP Opioids Act would expand this law so that anyone, not just patients, can dispose of controlled substances medications at VA centers. Under this bill, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs would be required to designate periods during which any individual may dispose of controlled substance medications at a covered VA facility. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-solons-erin-kerkhoff | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Solon’s Erin Kerkhoff | 2021-07-26 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 26th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Solon Paralympian Erin Kerkhoff. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a young woman in my district who has become an inspiration to women and athletes everywhere. Erin Kerkhoff, a University of Northern Iowa sophomore and track star from Solon High School, earned a position on Team USA for the Paralympics in Tokyo. Kerkhoff, who has 20/400 vision due to optic-nerve degeneration in both eyes, is ranked fifth in the world in the 400-meter dash after achieving a personal record of 58.23 seconds in the qualifying trials earlier this month, finishing second overall in both the 400- and 100-meter dashes. The Second District and the State of Iowa are lucky to be represented by stellar athletes like Erin, Thomas Gilman, and Kenny Bednarek competing in this year’s summer Olympics. I could not be prouder to represent these three in Congress. Good luck Erin, Thomas, and Kenny, and bring home the gold! Thank you and I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-encourages-vaccines | Miller-Meeks Encourages Vaccines | 2021-07-21 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 21st, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to encourage Americans to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ remarks, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Madame Speaker, I rise today to discuss the issue of vaccinations, vaccine hesitancy, and the rising rates of the COVID-19 Delta variant. For the last few months, I have traveled across my district administrating vaccines to Iowans. It has been a pleasure to see constituents in the entire country have a new sense of freedom and begin to return to normal. But fully engaged living is being threatened by the Delta variant, which is causing increased hospitalizations and deaths, especially among the unvaccinated. It is miraculous to have three safe and effective vaccines for COVID-19 so rapidly; however, the speed of development may give some Americans pause. Therefore, it is critical to emphasize that no safety shortcuts were taken and reassure our constituents that the vaccines are safe and effective. Decades of research informed the development of these breakthrough vaccines, and millions have been vaccinated with incredibly low risk. Given the rise in the Delta variant, I once again encourage everyone to get a vaccine as soon as possible so that we continue our path to normalcy. This vaccine IS how we get our lives back. If you have questions or concerns, please talk to your doctor. Thank you, and I yield back the balance of my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-bill-support-dhs-workforce-passes-house | Miller-Meeks Bill to Support DHS Workforce Passes House | 2021-07-20 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 20th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ (IA-02)DHS Medical Countermeasures Act passed the House of Representatives. This legislation would support and protect the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) workforce and Department mission continuity by requiring the Secretary to establish a medical countermeasures program to protect employees and working animals in the event of a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive attack; or naturally occurring disease outbreaks or pandemics. “The brave men and women at DHS put their lives at risk every day; this has been especially true over the last year. My legislation would protect the health and safety of the DHS workforce and ensure successful continuity of operations,” said Miller-Meeks. “I am thrilled to see my DHS Medical Countermeasures Act pass the House today. Passing this legislation shows that the House cares about the DHS workforce and understands the vital role they play in keeping our country safe.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: Miller-Meeks first introduced this legislation in May. This legislation would amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a medical countermeasures program in DHS. Oversight of the countermeasures program would be under the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) who would be required to: maintain a stockpile of medical countermeasures, develop Department-wide standards for storage, security, placement, dispensing, and documentation of countermeasures; preposition countermeasures in strategic locations; ensure rapid deployment and dispensing of countermeasures; and support dispensing exercises. The bill requires the establishment of a medical countermeasures working group comprised of representatives from relevant DHS components and offices to ensure medical countermeasures standards are maintained and guidance is consistent. Finally, the CMO would be required to develop an integrated logistics support plan for medical countermeasures that includes a … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-brownley-introduce-legislation-support-women-veterans | Miller-Meeks & Brownley Introduce Legislation to Support Women Veterans | 2021-07-20 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 20th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Julia Brownley (CA-26) introduced the Supporting Expanded Review for Veterans In Combat Environments (SERVICE) Act. This bipartisan and bicameral legislation would direct the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide mammogram screening for female veterans who served in areas associated with burn pits and other toxic exposure. This legislation is the House companion to S. 2102, which was introduced in June by Sens. John Boozman (R-AR) and Ron Wyden (D-OR). “Our veterans risked their lives and their health in service to our country. Many veterans who were exposed to toxins and burn pits need treatment and screening to prevent long-term health issues,” said Miller-Meeks. “Female veterans are especially at risk for several types of cancer, especially breast cancer. As a doctor, I have always told my patients that early detection is the key to successfully treating all types of cancer, and the SERVICE Act will give female veterans access to more screenings to stay ahead of this terrible disease. I thank Congresswoman Brownley for her partnership on this important issue to help those who served.” “Women veterans who served in areas with high toxic exposures should not have to wait until they start showing symptoms or reach a certain age to access preventative mammography screenings,” said Brownley, Chair of the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health. “That is why I am proud to join Congresswoman Miller-Meeks in introducing this life-saving legislation. I look forward to working with our colleagues in the House and Senate to ensure women veterans have access to timely, quality care and services.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women worldwide. In the United States alone, it is estimated there will be over 280,000 new cases of breast cancer by the end of 2021 – about 43,600 women are expected to die from this cancer. The SERVICE A… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-university-iowa-olympian-thomas-gilman | Miller-Meeks Recognizes University of Iowa Olympian Thomas Gilman | 2021-07-20 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 20th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize University of Iowa Olympian Thomas Gilman. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Madame Speaker, I rise today to recognize a young man in my district who will represent Iowa on the world stage. Thomas Gilman, a University of Iowa alumni, has qualified for the U.S. Olympic Team for freestyle wrestling and will be competing in this summer’s Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan. As a former Hawkeye, Thomas was a force to be reckoned with in the 125-pound weight division, finishing his career in Iowa City with an impressive record of 107 wins and 12 losses, a Big 10 Conference Title, and was also named the Outstanding Wrestler of the 2017 Midland Championships. His other athletic accomplishments include a silver medal at the World Wrestling Championships in Paris in 2017 and another silver medal at the US National Championships in Las Vegas in 2019. Thomas, I wish you the best of luck as you go on to represent the great state of Iowa and the United States in the Olympic Games. Bring home the gold! Thank you, I yield back the balance of my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-newhouse-ernst-daines-demand-answers-biden-administration-plans | Miller-Meeks, Newhouse, Ernst, Daines Demand Answers From Biden Administration on Plans to Reopen NWPR | 2021-07-12 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 12th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Dan Newhouse (WA-04), the Chair of the House Western Caucus, joined Sens. Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT), the Chair of the Senate Western Caucus, sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan and Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Jaime Pinkham to express serious concerns with the Biden Administration’s decision to reopen the 2020 Navigable Waters Protection Rule (NWPR) and reopen the definition of “waters of the United States.” “These steps demonstrate a misguided and out of touch approach toward addressing the needs of local communities across the country,” wrote the lawmakers. “The NWPR was an immense step forward in rectifying the regulatory overreach that was attempted in 2015, and your agencies’ vague announcement and opaque process fails to ensure our communities will not – once again – be subject to further uncertainty and government overreach.” The lawmakers outline the unprecedented overreach of the failed Obama-era 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule and highlight the impacts that returning to a drastic expansion of federal jurisdiction over non-navigable waters will have on rural communities across the United States. “Our farmers, ranchers, landowners, and small businesses have demonstrated a deep commitment to stewarding our waterways and lands, which is why this radical overreach was met with bipartisan opposition and concern that was even echoed by Administrator Regan during his confirmation process,” they wrote. They continued, “Confusion, regulatory uncertainty, and litigation have surrounded the scope of federal authority of our nation’s navigable waterways for decades. With your recent actions, the Biden Administration is trampling upon this progress and further jeopardizing rural Americans’ confidence that this Administration is working in their best interest… Rural communities in the West and across the country are dedicated… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-cuellar-introduce-bill-improve-care-unaccompanied-children | Miller-Meeks & Cuellar Introduce Bill to Improve Care for Unaccompanied Children | 2021-07-09 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 9th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Henry Cuellar (TX-28) introduced the Responsibility for Unaccompanied Minors Act. This bicameral and bipartisan legislation would clarify the responsibilities of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and require them to provide additional protections and keep better track of and care for unaccompanied alien children (UACs). This legislation is the House companion to S. 772, which was introduced in March by Sens. Rob Portman (R-OH), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), James Lankford (R-OK), and Tom Carper (D-DE). “Our border patrol agents and law enforcement officers are struggling to deal with the current surge of UACs crossing our southern border. Holding facilities and immigration courts are overwhelmed, and the number of UACs crossing remains at crisis levels,” said Miller-Meeks. “Our bipartisan legislation would protect vulnerable children from traffickers and ensure that they appear for their court proceedings. We have to work to make sure that these children are safe, healthy, and protected.” “As I have continuously said, there is a humanitarian crisis at our southern border. The children who have made this journey are alone and vulnerable—facing the threat of murder, kidnapping, rape, sexual slavery, and forced labor at the hands of violent criminal organizations. It is the responsibility of HHS to ensure that these children have protection from criminals and other potential violent actors, such as abusive parents and guardians,” said Cuellar. “That is why I have supported legislation that provides monetary and personnel resources to border communities and federal agencies based at our southern border. We need more immigration judges and better facilities to ensure that we efficiently process children arriving in the United States seeking asylum in a human manner consistent with American ideals.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: HHS denies that it has legal responsibility for UACs on… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-introduces-legislation-honor-american-flag | Miller-Meeks Introduces Legislation to Honor the American Flag | 2021-07-09 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 9th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) introduced the Flag Standardization Act. This legislation would specify the types of flags that may be flown on federal property. “The American flag is more than just a flag; it is a symbol of freedom and democracy. The stars and stripes stand as a reminder to never forget the men and women who gave their lives defending the values we hold dear,” said Miller-Meeks. “For 24 years, I served under the American flag as an enlisted servicemember and an officer, as active duty and a reservist, and retired from the Army Reserve as a Lieutenant Colonel. Every time I face the flag with my hand over my heart, I remember all of my fellow servicemembers who have fought to protect our way of life and keep the American Dream alive. I am proud to introduce the Flag Standardization Act to honor the flag that means so much to this country.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: This legislation states that only the following flags may be flown on federal property, including embassies and military bases: United States flag State flags (including U.S. territories and the District of Columbia) Tribal flags Flags of the U.S. Armed Forces Prisoner of War-Missing in Action flag The bill clarifies that these limitations do not apply to military housing, located on federal property. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-letter-all-women-veterans-congress-preserve-dacowits | Miller-Meeks Joins Letter of All Women Veterans In Congress To Preserve DACOWITS | 2021-07-05 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 5th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), a retired Army Lt. Colonel, joined a bipartisan and bicameral letter signed by all women veterans serving in Congress calling on Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to restore the Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services (DACOWITS). The letter is also signed by Sens. Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Reps. Elaine Luria (VA-02), Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), and Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06). “We are the faces of what DACOWITS has meant for women in the military,” the letter states. “As women veterans in Congress, we know the value of expanding opportunities within the services for women and the value that, in turn, has brought to our Armed Forces. Eliminating DACOWITS or subsuming it within another organization is contrary to its intent, history, and success. We do not believe its work is complete, as evidenced by so many issues we are currently addressing as a nation and a military.” To read the full letter, click HERE. Background: The letter comes in the wake of reports that the Secretary of Defense has disbanded DACOWITS, and all 42 Department of Defense Advisory committees, pending a cost and efficiency review. Established in 1951, DACOWITS provides advice and recommendations to the Secretary of Defense on matters and policies relating to the recruitment, retention, employment, integration, well-being, and treatment of servicewomen in the Armed Forces. Roughly 97 percent of its more than 1,000 recommendations have been fully or partially adopted. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-gallego-lead-bipartisan-effort-honor-american-heroes-ahead | Miller-Meeks & Gallego Lead Bipartisan Effort to Honor American Heroes Ahead of Independence Day | 2021-07-01 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 1st, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Ruben Gallego (AZ-07), both veterans, led a bipartisan group of 131 members in introducing H.R. 4300, theVeterans in Parks (VIP) Act. This legislation would give veterans and Gold Star families free lifetime access to national parks and public federal lands and give active-duty military free annual passes. “As a 24-year Army veteran, I understand the sacrifices made by our military and their loved ones,” said Miller-Meeks. “We owe so much to our amazing servicemembers, veterans, and their families; my Veterans In Parks Act is the least we can do. Our legislation would give servicemembers, veterans, and our Gold Star families free passes to all of our beautiful national parks and federal lands for life. I am proud to work with such a great bipartisan group of members on this commonsense issue to support those who sacrifice so much for our freedoms.” “As a veteran, I know firsthand the importance of national parks as a place of connection and healing when dealing with the visible and invisible wounds of war,” said Gallego. “The VIP Act is an important step in ensuring that veterans, service members, and Gold Star families have access to the public lands they and their loved ones fought to protect. I am proud to co-lead this bill and I will continue to fight for veteran accessibility and support on our nation’s public lands.” “We can never fully repay our veterans for their service and sacrifice, but we want to show our gratitude by giving them lifetime access to America's most beautiful natural landscapes,” said Rep. Bruce Westerman (AR-04), Republican Leader of the House Natural Resources Committee. “The VIP Act is also a testament to bipartisanship in action and proof that party lines don't need to interfere with our ability to honor American heroes who sacrificed so much to keep us free. I thank Congresswoman Miller-Meeks for her leadership on this bill and look forward to working with Chairman Grijalva to move it quickly throu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-introduces-legislation-support-nursing-mothers | Miller-Meeks Introduces Legislation in Support of Nursing Mothers | 2021-07-01 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 1st, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) introduced H.R. 4297, the Supporting Working Mothers Act. This legislation would amend the Fair Labor Standards Act to expand access to nursing accommodations in the workplace, without placing one-size-fits-all mandates on all employers. “Nursing mothers deserve reasonable accommodations in the workplace. I have two children and I worked full time when they were infants,” said Miller-Meeks. “My Supporting Working Mothers Act would provide reasonable break time and accommodations for breastfeeding mothers, without burdening businesses. I am proud to introduce this commonsense legislation.” To read the full text of the bill, click HERE. Background: The Supporting Working Mothers Act would maintain current-law protections for hourly workers while extending those same nursing accommodations to “white-collar” executive, administrative, and professional employees, including academic personnel and teachers in elementary and secondary schools. This legislation will guarantee that executive, administrative, and professional employees are granted the same nursing accommodations that hourly workers enjoy under current law while rejecting the Democrats’ sweeping and punitive scheme that would burden job creators and violate women’s privacy. The legislation clarifies that nursing breaks are compensable if an employer requires that work is actively performed, which ensures women are paid for their work and that their privacy is protected. The bill also maintains penalties for failure to provide the required accommodations, preserves the ability of the Department of Labor to ensure compliance with the required accommodations, and creates an alternative dispute process to allow employers a limited time to correct any violations before enforcement proceedings begin. Finally, the bill ensures that small businesses are safeguarded by maintaining the current law undue hardship exemption for businesses with fewer than 50 employees. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-indian-hills-olympian-kenny-bednarek | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Indian Hills Olympian Kenny Bednarek | 2021-07-01 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 1st, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Indian Hills Kenny Bednarek, who recently earned a place on Team USA for the 2021 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, the Summer Olympics in Tokyo will kick off in less than a month, and I would be remiss not to mention a young track star from a college in my district who is making his first Olympic appearance. Kenny Bednarek, a 22-year-old sprinter who hails from Indian Hills Community College in my hometown of Ottumwa, earned a spot on the USA Olympic Team when he finished second in the men’s 200-meter dash with an impressive time of 19.78 seconds, becoming the first Iowa community college athlete to qualify for the Olympic games. Though COVID-19 might have delayed the 2020 Summer Olympics, we are all glad to see that it is back on schedule, and the Second District is proud to be represented by such a stellar athlete on Team USA. I wish you the best Kenny, and I know you will do great as you go on to Tokyo to represent both the United States and Iowa in the Summer Olympic games! Thank you, I yield back the balance of my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-ross-kim-krishnamoorthi-introduce-bipartisan-americas-children | Miller-Meeks, Ross, Kim, Krishnamoorthi Introduce Bipartisan America’s CHILDREN Act | 2021-07-01 | 2021 | 2021-07 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 1st, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), Deborah Ross (NC-02), Young Kim (CA-39), and Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) introduced the America’s Cultivation of Hope and Inclusion for Long-Term Dependents Raised and Educated Natively (CHILDREN) Act. This bipartisan legislation protects Documented Dreamers, who are dependents of long-term non-immigrant visa holders, from aging out of the system when they turn 21, forcing them to self-deport. “We must ensure that our immigration system protects those who come here legally and supports them as they work to contribute to and improve our country. When I met with University of Iowa student Pareen Mhatre, we discussed the importance of having young people like her in this country,” said Miller-Meeks. “Our America’s CHILDREN Actwould protect individuals who are the children of long-term non-immigrant visa holders from aging out of the visa system at the age of 21. These students grew up here, attended school here, and want to continue to make our country a better place. I am proud to support them.” “My Wake County community is one of many across the country that has flourished because of immigrant workers, who spend years growing our economy and raising their children as Americans,” said Ross. “It is unconscionable that when these children, known as Documented Dreamers, reach the age of 21, they can be forced to self-deport to countries they might not even remember, splitting their families apart. I’m grateful to my colleagues, Rep. Miller-Meeks, Rep. Krishnamoorthi, and Rep. Kim for joining me in working to keep our nation strong and competitive by protecting the dignity of these families and ensuring Documented Dreamers have access to the American Dream.” “Documented dreamers, or children of long-term immigrant workers, came to our nation legally as children and have made positive contributions to our country. Unfortunately, their legal status is in limbo because at age 21 they must self-deport, despite only knowing this country as th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:03:51Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-honors-life-former-clinton-mayor-lametta-wynn | Miller-Meeks Honors the Life of Former Clinton Mayor LaMetta Wynn | 2021-06-30 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 30th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to honor the life of former Clinton Mayor LaMetta Wynn. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mdm. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of an Iowa trailblazer from my district. LaMetta Wynn, Iowa’s first African American female mayor, passed away last week at the age of 87 in Lincoln, Nebraska. LaMetta was an incredible woman who spent her life in service to her community of Clinton, Iowa. For 30 years, she worked night shifts as a registered nurse and days as a laborer at the Rock Island Arsenal. Her service as an elected official began when she ran for Clinton School Board in 1983. For 12 years, she served on the school board, eventually becoming board president, all while raising 10 children. In 1995, LaMetta was elected Mayor of Clinton, a position she held for 12 years before retiring in 2007. In 1996, Newsweek picked LaMetta as one of the 25 most dynamic mayors in the country. Thank you, LaMetta for your service to the State of Iowa and I will keep your loved ones in my prayers. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-introduces-legislation-incentivize-employers-paid-leave-programs | Miller-Meeks Introduces Legislation to Incentivize Employers for Paid Leave Programs | 2021-06-30 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 30th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) introduced H.R. 4248, the Workflex in the 21st Century Act. This legislation encourages and allows employers to implement paid leave programs and flexible work arrangements voluntarily without the need for a burdensome and inflexible one-size-fits-all federal mandate. Miller-Meeks introduced this legislation with Reps. Virginia Foxx (NC-05), Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05), Tim Walberg (MI-07), and Glenn Thompson (PA-15). “In this day and age, hard-working Americans across the country should have access to work scheduling options to better help them meet their family and work needs. Employers and employees need flexibility, not mandates and regulations,” said Miller-Meeks. “My Workflex in the 21st Century Act would ensure that American workers have access to flexible paid leave policies, while providing certainty to businesses. This bill would provide more paid leave for employees than all state paid leave laws, and I am proud to introduce it today.” “America’s workers rely on flexible work opportunities to maintain a healthy balance of work and family life. We are offering the American people a path toward increased workplace freedom without spending hundreds of billions of taxpayer dollars or forcing unfunded, unworkable mandates on small businesses,” said Foxx, Republican Leader of the Education and Labor Committee. “Democrats’ idea of workplace flexibility is either a taxpayer handout to fund a sweeping new entitlement program, or a rigid mandate that cannot bend to meet workers’ or business owners’ unique needs and circumstances. Our plan does what the federal government is supposed to do – remove barriers to workplace success so job creators and employees can thrive.” “The 21st-century workforce values flexibility. Whether it’s the single mom trying to make her son’s baseball game, or the dad trying to leave work on time to drive across town to his daughter's dance recital, workplace flexibility measures help families juggle t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-calls-full-investigation-origins-covid-second-time | Miller-Meeks Calls for a Full Investigation into the Origins of COVID for the Second Time | 2021-06-29 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, June 29th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives for the second time to call for a full and thorough investigation into the origins of COVID-19. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak on a matter that is incredibly important to our national security, public health knowledge, and preparing for the next pandemic. It has been well over a year since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our country closed down in the face of a public health crisis, the likes of which we had not seen in decades. And to this day, we still do not have a definitive answer regarding the origins of COVID-19. Getting to the bottom of how this virus originated and how it spread across the globe should be one of our top priorities in Congress. Today, the Republican members of the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis will hold a forum to discuss the origins of this virus. Every member of this body should want to know where this virus came from, and every member of this Select Subcommittee should be in attendance. As I said earlier, finding the origins is important to our national security, public health knowledge, and preparing for the next pandemic. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-urges-biden-hold-china-and-russia-accountable-cyberattacks | Miller-Meeks Urges Biden to Hold China and Russia Accountable for Cyberattacks | 2021-06-29 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 29th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined a letter to President Biden urging accountability of foreign adversaries for recent cyberattacks on critical infrastructure and our food system, and to find a reasonable solution to prevent future attacks. “As a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, I have closely watched the recent cyberattacks that targeted JBS facilities across the country, including in my hometown of Ottumwa. Agriculture is one of the strongest drivers of Iowa’s economy and threats like these are a real danger to the agricultural supply chain that affects farmers, producers, distributors, and consumers,” said Miller-Meeks. “As the former Director of the Iowa Department of Public Health, I have seen how critical cybersecurity is in protecting private health data, contact tracing, and keeping our hospitals and clinics up and running to serve our communities. It is incumbent upon all of us to take cybersecurity seriously and invest in increasing our cybersecurity infrastructure.” To read the full text of the letter, click HERE. Background: JBS USA is America’s largest meatpacker. Over Memorial Day weekend they were hacked with a ransomware attack that shut down the company’s operations across North America until they paid the Russian hacking group REvil a ransom of $11 million. Just like the similar recent attacks on the Colonia Pipeline, NYC Subway system, and countless hospital systems across the country, these attacks on America’s essential infrastructure are unacceptable attacks on our national security, and President Biden must hold these adversaries accountable. These attacks have the ability to collapse markets, stir panic among Americans, and to steal intellectual property or sensitive information. When unchecked by the nations they originate from, these attacks are thinly veiled acts of aggression by our adversaries seeking to weaken our economy, create civil unrest, and corrupt our critical infrastructure. These attacks on our food … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-ptsd-awareness-day | Miller-Meeks Recognizes PTSD Awareness Day | 2021-06-25 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 25th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day, which falls on Sunday, June 27th, 2021. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks, as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, Sunday is National PTSD Awareness Day, a day to bring attention to a disorder that affects countless of my fellow veterans. PTSD is a disorder that tens of thousands of Americans are diagnosed with every year. Sadly, our veterans and active-duty servicemembers are among those that face the toughest challenge. As a member of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, I was proud to work together with my colleagues across the aisle in addressing PTSD by introducing two pieces of legislation to help veterans get the mental healthcare they deserve. The Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act, which will expand VA mental healthcare for veterans in rural areas, and I am now proud to co-sponsor the recently re-introduced Brandon Act, that will make it easier for veterans and servicemembers to seek confidential mental health resources. As members of Congress, we have the ability to take action and I urge all of my colleagues to support the mental health of our veterans and servicemembers through passing the Brandon Act. Thank you, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-scanlon-introduce-legislation-support-trauma-victims | Miller-Meeks & Scanlon Introduce Legislation to Support Trauma Victims | 2021-06-24 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 24th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Mary Gay Scanlon (PA-05) introduced the bipartisan Courtroom Dogs Act. This bipartisan and bicameral legislation would grant the Department of Justice (DOJ) the authority to develop best practice guidelines for the use of specially trained dogs in federal courts to support trauma victims during testimony. This legislation is the House companion to S. 2121, which was introduced earlier this month by Sens. John Cornyn (R-TX) and Dianne Feinstein (D-CA). “Testifying and appearing in court can be a difficult and stressful endeavor, particularly when discussing traumatic events. We should aid witnesses to be calm and comfortable during testimony, especially when they may be face-to-face with their assailant,” said Miller-Meeks. “The Courtroom Dogs Act is an excellent step to support witnesses while in court. I appreciate Rep. Scanlon for partnering with me on this issue, and I look forward to working with her, as well as Senators Cornyn and Feinstein, to see this legislation become law.” “Before I came to Congress, I spent 30 years as a public interest lawyer, representing women, families, and children. One of the challenges of representing victims of crime and abuse, particularly children, is that testifying in court can be scary and inflict additional trauma,” said Scanlon. “Allowing a witness to have the comfort of a therapy dog is one small step we can take to ensure our most vulnerable victims have the support they need when testifying. I am proud to introduce this bill alongside my colleague Rep. Miller-Meeks and grateful to Senators Cornyn and Feinstein for their work on this bipartisan, bicameral bill.” Background: The Courtroom Dogs Actwould require the DOJ to issue guidelines for consistent practice when using dogs in court. These guidelines would ensure more witnesses have access to therapy dogs, there is no prejudice or risk to legal proceeding participants, and court proceedings function well. The use of certified co… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-reform-broken-military-justice | Miller-Meeks Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Reform Broken Military Justice System | 2021-06-23 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 23rd, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), a retired Army Lt. Colonel, joined Reps. Jackie Speier (CA-14), Mike Turner (OH-10), Anthony Brown (MD-04), Trent Kelly (MS-01), Elaine Luria (VA-02), Markwayne Mullin (OK-02), Veronica Escobar (TX-16), Richard Hudson (NC-09), and Sylvia Garcia (TX-29), to introduce the bipartisan Vanessa Guillén Military Justice Improvement and Increasing Prevention Act. This legislation moves the decision to prosecute serious crimes in the military from the chain of command to independent, trained, and professional military prosecutors. This legislation is the House companion to S.1520, which was introduced in April by Sens. Joni Ernst (R-IA), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and has a total of 65 co-sponsors. “As a 24-year Army veteran, I understand the trauma that too many of our servicemembers have endured. What happened to Vanessa, and has happened to so many others, is tragic, and we must do more to keep our servicemembers safe and get them the justice they deserve,” said Miller-Meeks. “I am proud to join such a large and bipartisan group of members to introduce the Vanessa Guillén Military Justice Improvement and Increasing Prevention Act to reform our military justice system for the better. This system has been broken for too long, and the time to act is now.” “As a former combat commander and a survivor of sexual assault, I understand the traumatic experiences too many of our servicemembers have faced. Sexual assault has no place in our military, and it’s far past time we take more steps toward preventing and reducing these heart-wrenching crimes,” said Ernst. “This new, bipartisan bill will bolster prevention programs, education, and training; improve how we hold perpetrators accountable while ensuring commanders still have visibility of what’s going on in their unit; and equip military prosecutors with the skills necessary to handle sexual and domestic violence cases. I’m grateful to my fellow Iowan and veteran Congr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-spanberger-introduce-legislation-combat-anticompetitive-practices | Miller-Meeks & Spanberger Introduce Legislation to Combat Anticompetitive Practices in Meat Processing Industry | 2021-06-23 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 23rd, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Abigail Spanberger (VA-07) introduced the Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act. This bipartisan and bicameral bill would tackle anticompetitive practices in the meat and poultry industries that threaten the American food supply and U.S. national security. This legislation is the House companion to S. 2036, which was introduced earlier this month by Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Jon Tester (D-MT), and Mike Rounds (R-SD). “Anticompetitive practices in the meatpacking industry are a threat to both our food supply and national security. Iowa producers are losing money even though consumers are paying higher prices at the store,” said Miller-Meeks. “The Packers and Stockyards Act must be strictly enforced to address the rampant anticompetitive practices in our meat and poultry industries, and our Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act will do just that. I am proud to introduce this bipartisan and bicameral legislation with Congresswoman Spanberger to support Iowa’s farmers, ranchers, and producers.” “In a matter of minutes, the recent cyberattack directed against JBS shed light on just how precarious the security of our meat and poultry processing industry truly is — and it underscored how continued consolidation within this industry is jeopardizing the stability of our nation’s food supply. Not only is anticompetitive behavior in the meat industry threatening the security of food on the shelves, but it is posing a significant risk to our overall national security,” said Spanberger. “The Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act would give USDA additional tools to crack down on bad actors and push for fair competition within the marketplace. By enforcing antitrust laws already on the books and protecting Central Virginia producers and consumers alike from unfair or deceptive practices, this bicameral bill is a commonsense step towards strengthening the resilience of the American meat industry. I am proud to help lead this bip… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-fischbach-introduce-resolution-protect-us-vaccine-intellectual | Miller-Meeks & Fischbach Introduce Resolution to Protect U.S. Vaccine Intellectual Property | 2021-06-17 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 17th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Michelle Fischbach (MN-07) introduced a resolution to protect the intellectual property (IP) of COVID-19 vaccines. This resolution would express the sense of the House of Representatives that the U.S. should not waive IP rights relating to COVID-19 vaccines or treatments. “Waiving the IP for the COVID-19 vaccine would destroy billions of dollars in U.S. IP by handing it over to countries like Russia and China. Giving away our IP will also set a precedent for future pandemics and deter pharmaceutical investment,” said Miller-Meeks. “If we have learned anything from the COVID-19 pandemic, it is that we now understand the importance of having our private sector partners working with us to prepare for future emergencies. As a doctor and member of both the Homeland Security Committee and Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis, I understand the importance of protecting our IP to support our healthcare system and bolster our domestic supply chains.” “Thanks to Operation Warp Speed and its unprecedented public-private partnership, the United States led the rest of the world in developing safe and highly effective COVID-19 vaccines in record time. As a direct result of that American ingenuity, the United States is well on its way to recovery and is able to lead the effort to deliver vaccines around the world,” said Fischbach. “Waiving the intellectual property rights for these vaccines will not only upend our ongoing pandemic response domestically and abroad, it will also discourage the innovation and investment required to develop such lifesaving treatments in the future.” To read the full text of the resolution, click HERE. Background: Building on decades of research and in conjunction with Operation Warp Speed, the United States pharmaceutical industry successfully developed three incredibly effective COVID–19 vaccines to date, with a fourth vaccine currently undergoing clinical trials. These vaccines are the most respected,… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-muscatine-high-school | Miller-Meeks Recognizes Muscatine High School | 2021-06-17 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 17th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Muscatine High School for its academic success. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a high school in my district that was recently recognized for its commitment to student success. For over 15 years, Iowa has partnered with the ACT’s College Application Campaign to increase the number of first-generation college students and students from low-income households in applying for and pursuing higher education. I am proud to announce, in 2020, 176 Iowa schools participated in the College Application Campaign, and altogether, 504 students completed 1,578 college applications! Of the 176 Iowa schools that participated, Muscatine High School in my district was awarded the 2020 School of Excellence for Iowa from ACT. Muscatine was selected for this great award based on its commitment to student success and for serving as an ‘exemplary model’ for Iowa’s college application campaign. Congratulations to the students and faculty at Muscatine for being leaders in academic achievement, and for serving as a great model for student success in Iowa and the entire nation! Thank you, I yield back the balance of my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-calls-full-investigation-origins-covid | Miller-Meeks Calls for a Full Investigation into the Origins of COVID | 2021-06-16 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 16th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to call for a full and thorough investigation into the origins of COVID-19. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks as prepared for delivery below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to address an issue that is incredibly important to our national security. We all know that Wuhan, China, where the COVID-19 virus originated, is home to the Wuhan Institute of Virology. The WIV is China’s only cellular level 4 biosafety super laboratory that researches human infectious diseases. This lab is only a few miles away from the wet market that is said to be the origin of COVID-19. Last year, Senator Tom Cotton was thoroughly dismissed for questioning the true origins of this virus, citing the Chinese Communist Party’s duplicity and dishonesty from the very beginning. We all know the CCP lied to the world about the severity of COVID-19, how it is transmitted, and the associated dangers. There needs to be a thorough and serious investigation into the origins of COVID-19, what the CCP knew and when, and what the World Health Organization knew and when. Uncovering the true origins of COVID-19 will be incredibly helpful to prepare for the next pandemic, which I think is something we can all agree on. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, I yield back my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-moulton-lesko-cramer-kelly-reintroduce-brandon-act-change-dod | Miller-Meeks, Moulton, Lesko, Cramer, Kelly Reintroduce Brandon Act to Change DoD Mental Health Policy | 2021-06-16 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 16th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), Seth Moulton (MA-06), and Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) joined Sens. Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) to reintroduce the Brandon Act, legislation named in honor of fallen United States Navy Petty Officer Third Class Brandon Caserta. Brandon’s parents, Teri and Patrick Caserta, joined lawmakers to announce the bill’s reintroduction at a press conference in front of the United States Capitol Building. You can find a clip of today’s press conference here. “Brandon had a smile that lit up a room. You couldn’t help but smile when you saw him. He was always there for anyone who needed to talk or needed help. He was a very charismatic and upbeat young man. He made everyone's day better no matter what they were going through. Brandon has always helped everyone he could. The Brandon Act would do this for his fellow service members in his death,” said Teri and Patrick Caserta. “Brandon did not die in vain and his legacy for helping others will continue long after his death when The Brandon Act is passed.” “It is heartbreaking that bullying and abuse in Brandon Caserta’s squadron led to his suicide. In 2020, suicide by servicemembers rose to 571, a 13.5% increase from 2019,” said Miller-Meeks. “As we have learned from the COVID pandemic, mental healthcare is extremely important, and we must ensure those who risk their lives for our country have the ability to get care when needed without undue burden. The Brandon Act can help prevent death by suicide for servicemembers by providing a confidential channel for them to self-report mental health issues and help remove the stigma from seeking mental health services.” “Every American, especially our heroes in uniform, deserves mental health support at work. Because of Teri’s and Patrick’s advocacy, the families of other servicemembers will not have to share their experience,” said Moulton. “By passing this bill, Congress can empower servicemembers to quickly get help in an emergency as soon as th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-hinson-feenstra-urge-administration-uphold-2020-navigable-waters | Miller-Meeks, Hinson, Feenstra, Urge Administration to Uphold 2020 Navigable Waters Protection Rule and Support Biofuels | 2021-06-15 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | The lawmakers wrote: “The link between energy policy and agricultural policy is not only strong, but it is co-dependent. We ask that you please make a commitment to ensure these conversations about clean water and biofuels are not one-sided. Conversations and decisions need not only to come from both USDA and EPA together, but also from real farmers in rural America who understand the art and science of farming deeper than any of us are able to from behind our desks. To empower our farmers, the Administration needs to listen to their concerns, suggestions, and expertise to make an informed decision.” To read the full letter, click HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-140-members-calling-atf-withdraw-stabilizing-brace-guidance | Miller-Meeks Joins 140 Members Calling on ATF to Withdraw Stabilizing Brace Guidance | 2021-06-15 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 15th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined 140 Members of the House of Representatives urging the Department of Justice to withdraw proposed guidance on Stabilizing Braces. In a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) Acting Director Marvin Richardson, the Members warn that this guidance will make millions of law-abiding citizens, including disabled veterans, criminals overnight. “This proposed guidance is alarming and jeopardizes the rights of law-abiding gun owners and disabled combat veterans across the country,” the Members write. “Should this guidance go into effect, a disabled combat veteran who has chosen the best stabilizing brace for their disability is now a felon unless they turn in or destroy the firearm, destroy the brace, or pay a $200 tax. Furthermore, it could make millions of law-abiding citizens felons overnight. We urge you to take action to correct this injustice immediately by withdrawing this proposed guidance.” Read the entire letter HERE. In their letter, Members outline that the ATF has repeatedly stated, “the brace concept was inspired by the needs of disabled combat veterans who still enjoy recreational shooting but could not reliably control heavy pistols without assistance.” As the ATF acknowledges there are legitimate uses for certain stabilizing braces, the letter points out that including a $200 tax in the ATF rule is not an attempt to curb gun violence as suggested, but a direct tax on disabled combat veterans. Furthermore, the Members highlight uncertainties in the ATF's proposed guidance and the troubling omission of a process for disabled veterans to report a disability exempting them from this rule. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-recognizes-100th-birthday-oskaloosas-clarissa-rozenboom | Miller-Meeks Recognizes the 100th Birthday of Oskaloosa’s Clarissa Rozenboom | 2021-06-15 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 15th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Oskaloosa’s Clarissa Rozenboom. Image To watch Miller-Meeks’ speech, click HERE, and read her remarks, as prepared for delivery, below: Mdm. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate a very special day for a woman in my district. Last week, on June 8th, Clarissa Rozenboom of Oskaloosa, Iowa celebrated her 100th birthday! Clarissa was born and raised on a farm in Mahaska County, Iowa, and is the oldest of five siblings. In the 1930’s many children who were raised on farms elected not to attend high school, but Clarissa was inspired by her aunt to attend not only high school but to continue her education through courses at William Penn University. In the early 40’s her love for children and teaching led her to pursue a career in education at Bryan Country School, a small school south of New Sharon. On August 14th, 1945, Clarissa married her husband Gerald, and together they had six children, Allan, Calvin, Norman, Kathleen, David, and Ken. Clarissa, I wish you all the joy in the world as you celebrate this with your loved ones. Thank you, I yield back the balance of my time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-axne-applaud-extension-relief-health-care-providers | Miller-Meeks & Axne Applaud Extension of Relief for Health Care Providers | 2021-06-14 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 14th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Cindy Axne (IA-03) applauded the updated guidance issued late last week by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) gives healthcare providers more time and flexibility to use financial assistance provided by Congress. In May, Miller-Meeks and Axne led a bipartisan group of 77 members urging HHS to extend the original June 30th deadline for hospitals and other health centers to use their portions of the $178 billion in Provider Relief Fund (PRF) relief approved by Congress in 2020. “I applaud HHS for giving flexibility to healthcare providers who are still working hard to combat COVID-19. Ensuring that providers have access to these COVID-19 relief funds is critical for their financial well-being and ensuring they can continue to provide critical care to their communities,” said Miller-Meeks. “As a doctor and the former Director of the Iowa Department of Public Health, I know the challenges our providers are facing. We must support them as we come out of this pandemic so they can continue their work to keep us safe and healthy.” “This past year has reminded us how critical access to healthcare is for our families — and how indispensable our health centers are to protecting our communities. I commend HHS for hearing the wide concerns that myself and my colleagues conveyed to them earlier this year, and for extending the deadline for the majority of our providers who are still navigating tough financial circumstances after a very demanding year,” said Axne. “While effective, widely available vaccines are protecting more and more Americans every day from COVID-19, our healthcare providers have been clear – the fight against COVID-19 is not over. These new guidelines from HHS will help ensure that assistance we made available to providers last year is not severed while they are still treating patients and facing higher prices for the equipment they need to keep Iowans safe.” Background: Last Friday, HHS announced up… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-completes-second-24-county-tour | Miller-Meeks Completes Second 24 County Tour | 2021-06-09 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OTTUMWA, I.A.—Today, June 9th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) announced the completion of her second 24 County Tour, having now visited all 24 of the Second District’s counties at least twice since being sworn in on January 3rd, 2021. “Over the last few months I have had the absolute pleasure of crisscrossing the district I am fortunate enough to represent in the House of Representatives. From Decatur County to Clinton and everywhere in between, it has been amazing to meet with so many proud Iowans,” said Miller-Meeks. “I have heard from business owners and workers about our local economy, listened to farmers discuss this year’s crop season, and spoken with teachers about how they are molding the minds of our future leaders. My favorite part by far has been the numerous times I was able to help administer COVID-19 vaccines at our great health centers, pharmacies, and hospitals to do as much as I can to get Iowa back to normal. I will continue to travel across the Second District and listen to our communities about how I can best represent them as their Congresswoman.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-newhouse-statement-epa-plan-reverse-navigable-waters-protection | Miller-Meeks & Newhouse Statement on EPA Plan to Reverse Navigable Waters Protection Rule | 2021-06-09 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today,June 9th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Dan Newhouse (WA-04), the Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus, released the following statements after the Biden Administration announced its intent to revise the definition of “waters of the United States” and rescind the Navigable Waters Protection Rule (NWPR): “I am incredibly disappointed with the EPA’s plans to roll back the Navigable Waters Protection Rule. I have spoken with Iowans dozens of times about the issues created by the 2015 Waters of the United States Rule,” said Miller-Meeks. “WOTUS hurt American farmers, ranchers, landowners, and businesses, caused confusion, and hindered economic development. I proudly introduced a resolution to uphold the NWPR with Chairman Newhouse because this Rule is much more supportive of rural America and our economy.” “Just as predicted, the Biden Administration announced its intent to dismantle the Navigable Waters Protection Rule – a move that threatens the livelihoods of many in rural America,” said Newhouse. “Further, the Administration points to the arid West in its examples of areas where the federal government no longer has jurisdiction over local waters, yet they run to the urban northeast to seek court action. The Obama-era WOTUS rule they are seemingly trying to reinstate created uncertainty for farmers, ranchers, businesses, and landowners throughout rural communities, and they now face the same unpredictable future. I am proud to support Rep. Miller-Meeks’ legislation to uphold the NWPR because rural communities throughout the United States are dedicated to clean water, and they don’t deserve to be punished by burdensome federal regulations.” Background: The 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule significantly expanded the definition of "waters of the United States" and gave the federal government authority to regulate almost any waters; including streams, ditches, ponds, and creeks. The Navigable Waters Protection Rule (NWPR), finalized by the Trump Admini… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-bipartisan-effort-support-military-and-veteran-families | Miller-Meeks Joins Bipartisan Effort to Support Military and Veteran Families | 2021-06-08 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 8th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) joined Reps. Chip Roy (TX-21), Mike Levin (CA-49), and Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) to introduce the Supporting Families of the Fallen Act, bipartisan legislation to support military and veterans’ families across the country by increasing the maximum coverage amount available under the Servicemember Group Life Insurance (SGLI) and Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI) policy. The Supporting Families of the Fallen Act is a straightforward update to the antiquated SGLI/VGLI policy coverage options that haven’t been changed since 2005. This legislation increases the SGLI/VGLI maximum coverage amount from $400,000 to $500,000 to reflect inflation levels, giving families across the country peace of mind. This legislation supports military and veterans’ families by giving them the option to increase their policy coverage to an amount that best fits their needs. “We need to make sure that our military members and veterans have access to quality life insurance. As a 24-year Army veteran, I know that many families rely on these programs for peace of mind,” said Miller-Meeks. “I am proud to support this commonsense legislation to raise the maximum life insurance coverage for servicemembers and veterans. We have to do more for our veterans, there is simply no other option.” “Veterans and active-duty servicemembers across the country should rest assured that if anything happens to them their families will be supported,” said Roy. “That is why as the representative for thousands of military and veterans families across TX-21, I introduced the Supporting Families of the Fallen Act to update the decades-old life insurance policy and give families across the country peace of mind.” “We owe it to our fallen service members to properly support the families these brave warriors leave behind,” said Levin. “The bipartisan Supporting Families of the Fallen Act provides a long-overdue increase in death benefits to ease financial hardships for our Gold Star Famil… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-brownley-introduce-legislation-support-va-healthcare-workers | Miller-Meeks & Brownley Introduce Legislation to Support VA Healthcare Workers | 2021-06-04 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 4th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Julia Brownley (CA-26) introduced the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Modernization Act. This legislation would, for the first time in 30 years, increase the amount of money the VA is permitted to reimburse clinical employees for continuing professional education expenses. “Ensuring that our veterans have the best treatment possible at the VA is one of my top priorities in Congress. For too long, the VA has lost out on talented medical staff because of inadequate stipends for those employees seeking to continue their professional development,” said Miller-Meeks. “By increasing the reimbursement amount for clinical employees, we will be able to increase retention and recruitment of medical staff at VA facilities. I am proud to introduce this commonsense legislation with Congresswoman Brownley.” “Providing allowances to reimburse tuition, course fees, and travel expenses associated with CPE will help make the VA a more competitive employer, which is necessary to provide the best care for our veterans who deserve nothing less,” said Brownley. “It is an astonishing disservice to VA healthcare workers, and ultimately to our veterans, that in the past thirty years the allowance for these necessary expenses has not been updated – we can and must do better.” Background: The VA CPE Modernization Act would: Expand the program from only board-certified physicians and dentists to all types of VA clinicians Increase the limit for physicians and dentists to $4,000 per year Establish a limit of $2,000 per year for nurses, psychologists, physician assistants, and other types of VA clinicians Include a mechanism to allow the Secretary of Veterans’ Affairs to adjust the annual caps in the future, based on inflation To read the full text of the bill, click HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-bipartisan-effort-urging-white-house-keep-promise-afghan | Miller-Meeks Joins Bipartisan Effort Urging the White House to Keep Promise to Afghan Partners | 2021-06-04 | 2021 | 2021-06 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, June 4th, 2021, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), a retired U.S. Army Lt. Colonel, joined the bipartisan Keeping Our Promises Working Group in a letter to President Joseph Biden. The members called on the White House to direct the United States government to evacuate the Afghans who have served as partners to the United States. In the letter, the members wrote: “After examining this situation through multiple hearings, briefings, and our own offices’ research and outreach, our bipartisan working group has concluded that we must evacuate our Afghan friends and allies immediately. No U.S. entity—to include the Department of Defense, Department of State, USAID, et al.—has the ability or authority to protect them in Afghanistan after our withdrawal. It would be a moral failure to transfer the responsibility to protect our Afghan partners onto the shoulders of the Afghan Government. The time is now to honor our promise and evacuate Afghan SIV applicants.” In addition to Miller-Meeks, the following members signed the letter:Reps. Don Bacon (NE-02), Earl Blumenauer (OR-03),Joe Courtney (CT-02), Jason Crow (CO-06), Neal Dunn (FL-02), Bill Foster (IL-11), Ruben Gallego (AZ-07), Jared Golden (ME-02), Andrew Kim (NJ-03), Adam Kinzinger (IL-16), Sara Jacobs (CA-53), Tom Malinowski (NJ-07), Peter Meijer (MI-03), Seth Moulton (MA-06), Stephanie Murphy (FL-07), Adam Schiff (CA-28), Michael Waltz (FL-06), Peter Welch (VT-At-Large), Brad Wenstrup (OH-02), and Del. Michael San Nicolas (GU-At Large). To read the full letter, click HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:57:00Z |
| https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-buchanan-introduce-bill-increase-accountability-child-care-funds | Miller-Meeks & Buchanan Introduce Bill to Increase Accountability in Child Care Funds | 2021-05-28 | 2021 | 2021-05 | Republican | House | IA | Mariannette Miller-Meeks | M001215 | millermeeks.house.gov | millermeeks | https://millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, May 28th, 2021, Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Vern Buchanan (FL-16) introduced the Child Care Funds Accountability Act. This legislation would require the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to monitor compliance with the requirements of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) relating to the use of funds for child care. Under the Child Care Funds Accountability Act, HHS would be required to dedicate a portion of the $35 million provided for federal administrative costs in the ARP to monitoring compliance of the use of funds with regard to the ARP stabilization grant funds. Under this legislation, HHS must monitor compliance with non-supplantation requirements in the ARP, and HHS must monitor and ensure that there is no duplication with PPP loans received by child care providers. “Child care services are too important to our working families to not have adequate oversight. Transparency is key to making sure our children are well taken care of,” said Miller-Meeks. “We must ensure that taxpayer funds are spent appropriately and used as they are intended.” “Over the last 14 months, child care providers have been absolutely devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Last summer, I was pleased to support record levels of funding to stabilize the industry and help providers safely reopen their doors,” said Buchanan. “Now, as the country works to return to normal, it is critical we ensure that those taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly. This important legislation will do just that.” Background: An unprecedented amount of federal funding has been provided for child care in a single year; the largest single pot of funding was the $24 billion child care stabilization fund. While the ARP included an additional $35 million for implementing child stabilization, it did not specify that there be critical oversight to ensure program integrity. Rather, it noted technical assistance and research. It is incumbent upon Congress to ensure taxpayer funds are spent responsibly. This legislation wou… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:49:40Z |
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