WASHINGTON DC (October 21, 2019) — Prepared floor remarks by Senator Charles "Chuck" Grassley on the Whistleblower Programs Improvement Act of 2019:

I recently introduced the Whistleblower Programs Improvement Act of 2019. 

This legislation strengthens whistleblower-protections for whistleblowers working in a variety of key sectors, including our securities and commodities industries, and the Foreign Service.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 21, 2019) — Raising Cane’s will open their first restaurant in Davenport, IA. Starting at 10AM, they’ll be serving up their one of a kind menu of fresh, never-ever frozen chicken-fingers, homemade Cane’s Sauce, grilled Texas Toast, crinkle-cut French fries, and creamy Coleslaw.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 21, 2019) — October is meant to be the scariest month of the year, but State Treasurer Michael L Fitzgerald wants to make sure paying for higher education is not something to be spooked about. "Families already have enough stress and anxiety in their lives and figuring out how they're going to afford higher education for their kids and grandkids shouldn't be one of those," Fitzgerald said.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 21, 2019) — State Treasurer Michael L Fitzgerald is encouraging Iowans to review their retirement plans in celebration of National Save for Retirement Week. "I'm asking Iowans to challenge themselves to take action during National Save for Retirement Week to make sure they are on track for a secure retirement," Fitzgerald stated.