WASHINGTON DC (February 25, 2020) — Prepared floor remarks by Senator Charles "Chuck" Grassley, Chairman, Senate Finance Committee:

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The next time Big Pharma claims what we’re trying to do to lower drug prices undermines the free market, just remember: They supported Obamacare.

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 25, 2020) — As Iowans begin their 2019 tax preparations, State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald wants to remind them they can still contribute to their College Savings Iowa accounts for the 2019 tax year. "A great benefit for College Savings Iowa account owners is the state deduction they can take for their contributions," said Fitzgerald.

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 25, 2020) — A former Atlantic vehicle recycler must pay an additional $50,000 penalty for violating environmental laws and ignoring state orders to clean up the abandoned site, a judge has ruled.

Fourth District Chief Judge Jeffrey L Larson also ruled that Jason Wright, who now lives in Colorado, is liable for future cleanup costs and could face contempt charges if he fails to comply with the order.

IOWA CITY, IA (February 25, 2020) — The University of Iowa's student-led Dance Marathon raised more than $2.8 million for the UI Stead Family Children's Hospital in its 26th year. Dance Marathon is the UI's largest student organization. It has raised more than $30 million since its first event in 1995.

Brock Cavett of Davenport, IA 52806

John Wells of Bettendorf, IA 52722

Joe Maas of Bettendorf, IA 52722

Mckenzie Gamble of Bettendorf, IA 52722