WASHINGTON DC (June 13, 2019) — Senate Finance Committee Chairman Charles "Chuck" Grassley released the following statement on the Senate passage of the Taxpayer First Act. The House of Representatives passed the bipartisan bill on Monday. It now goes to President Donald Trump to be signed into law.

WASHINGTON DC (June 12, 2019) — Representative Dave Loebsack today welcomed the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announcement that they will take steps to improve the collection of data regarding who across the country has access to high-speed broadband internet. Currently, the FCC maps only take into account where broadband could be offered, not where broadband is actually available.

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 12, 2019) — Today, Governor Kim Reynolds announced the appointment of Helen Miller to the Iowa Parole Board, effective July 2, 2019.

“Helen is an outstanding public servant who will bring a unique perspective to the Iowa Parole Board,” said Gov Reynolds. “She will play a critical role in applying my vision for a rehabilitative justice system that offers offenders another chance to become productive and contributing members of society.”

WASHINGTON DC (June 12, 2019) — Representative Dave Loebsack announced today that he has reintroduced legislation to establish a National Flood Center to conduct research on flooding, flood-prevention, and other flood-related issues. The National Flood Research and Education Center Act (NFRECA) will establish a consortium within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that includes institutes of higher education in order to advance the understanding of the causes of floodin