WASHINGTON DC (May 13, 2019) — Prepared Floor Remarks by Senator Charles "Chuck" Grassley of Iowa on National Police Week:

This week marks “National Police Week,” which is dedicated to the brave men and women of law-enforcement.

Police officers prioritize the safety of their neighbors and fellow citizens above their own.

This week gives us an opportunity to reflect on the dedication and perseverance of law-enforcement officers across the country.

WASHINGTON DC (May 14, 2019) — Americans spend a lot of time thinking about and planning for retirement. Working-aged Americans consider how much money is needed to save in order to live comfortably in their golden years. Workplace-retirement savings-accounts are a smart way to plan ahead and have been very successful in helping employees to save for retirement.

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (May 13, 2019) — The Illinois Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) State Lodge commends Governor JB Pritzker on his appointment of Jerry Costello II to the position of Director of Law Enforcement for the Illinois Conservation Police.

Washington DC (May 13, 2019) — Representative Dave Loebsack announced today that he has been named to serve as a member of the new House Task Force on Rural Broadband, which will be chaired by House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn, the third-ranking Democrat in the House of Representatives. The Task Force seeks to provide coordination and leadership to end the rural-digital divide and will work to advance solutions to ensure all Americans have access to high-speed internet by 2025.