(DES MOINES) - Gov. Terry E. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds today released the following statements following the swearing in of Iowa`s congressional delegation:
"I congratulate Iowa`s entire congressional delegation as they begin the work of the new Congress, especially Senator Joni Ernst, Congressman Rod Blum and Congressman David Young who are taking the oath in Congress for the first time," said Branstad. "I look forward to working with the congressional delegation to strengthen state and federal relations as we work to create jobs, reduce debt, increase incomes and provide our children with a world-class education and the skills needed for successful careers."
"It was an honor to be in Washington, D.C., today to witness Senator Joni Ernst take the oath of office as a United States Senator," said Reynolds. "I look forward to partnering with Senator Grassley, Senator Ernst, Congressman Blum, Congressman King, Congressman Loebsack, and Congressman Young as we all work to move Iowa forward."
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