Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack will have a member of his staff in Clinton and Scott Counties for open office hours. Henry Marquard, Loebsack's District Representative, will be at the following locations. Marquard will be on hand to work with individuals who are having difficulty with a government agency, have suggestions for Dave, or would just like to share their concerns. Members of the public are invited to attend. Marquard holds regular office hours throughout Eastern Iowa.

If residents are unable to attend but have a concern to share with the Congressman, please call our district office toll-free at 1-866-914-IOWA (4692).

Marquard's schedule for April is as follows.

Tuesday, April 14

** Camanche City Hall

917 Third Street

9:00 - 10:00 AM

** Clinton City Hall

611 South Third Street, 1^st Floor

11:00 AM - NOON

** Bettendorf City Hall

1609 State St.

2:00 - 3:00

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack released the following statement today after House Republicans passed their budget for Fiscal Year 2016.  

"It has long been said that a budget is a set of priorities, a vision of where one believes the country should be headed. The Republican-supported budget that passed the House today fails to reflect the priorities of Iowans I meet every weekend when I travel around my district. This budget ends the Medicare guarantee as we know it, disinvests in education, cuts important funding for rebuilding our infrastructure and eliminates vital job training programs. At a time when our economy is still continuing to recover, this is the wrong approach to putting our nation on a sustainable path forward. We need to pass a budget that invests in our nation's future by growing our infrastructure, providing retirement security for seniors and making sure any child who wants to can afford to attend college. We need a budget that works for everyone, not just the wealthy and well-to-do."

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Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack released the following statement today on the situation regarding the possible deportation of Iowa City Pastor Max Villatoro.  

"When talking about immigration reform, which Congress has continually kicked down the road, many numbers and statistics are thrown around. The situation involving Max Villatoro puts a human face on these numbers and amplifies the need for action on comprehensive immigration reform. I feel there must be a realistic and pragmatic but tough system that enforces the rule of law and ensures accountability while not tearing apart families who have been here for many years. Mr. Villatoro is a loving husband and father, model employee and a dedicated member of our community. As a compassionate country, we cannot allow Mr. Villatoro's family to be torn apart."

Original works by local high school students due April 3^rd

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack announced today that high school students in the Iowa's Second Congressional District may now submit their original artwork to be considered for the 2015 Congressional Art Competition. The annual competition is hosted by the United States House of Representatives to recognize talented young artists from across the nation. The winning student from each district is invited to Washington, D.C. to attend a reception held in their honor and will have his or her artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year. The deadline for entries to be received is April 3^rd.

"The vast amount of talent that Iowa's students display year after year continues to amaze me. The creativity of our talented young artists demonstrates that the arts are thriving in Iowa," said Loebsack. "For a young artist, having your artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol is quite a remarkable accomplishment. I look forward to seeing this year's entries and meeting the winning student."

Once again, to make the contest as easy as possible and open to as many students as possible, this year's winner will be chosen by the public through an online vote. Details on how to submit art work are available by clicking here to visit Loebsack's website. All entries must be received no later than Friday, April, 3^rd at 11:59pm. The artist of the winning piece will receive two round trip tickets to Washington, D.C. to attend the reception and unveiling of their artwork in the Capitol (all other expenses must be covered by the winner). For additional details about the competition, students or teachers should contact Jared Mullendore at 563-323-5988 or by email at Jared.Mullendore@mail.house.gov.