DES MOINES, IOWA (January 16, 2020) — Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement in response to Congress ratifying the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA):

Q: What should Iowans know about human trafficking?

A: As unconscionable as it may sound, 21st-century slavery exists. Criminal networks are depriving the youngest and most-vulnerable members of society of their freedom by targeting and entrapping children for illicit sex-trafficking and forced labor. It’s happening right under our noses here in America’s Heartland.

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 16, 2020) — Governor Kim Reynolds and Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg  released an updated public schedule for the week of Monday, January 13, 2020-Sunday, January 19, 2020.

The following events are open to credentialed members of the media:

 

Thursday, January 16

Gov Reynolds signs Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention and Awareness Month Proclamation

Iowa State Capitol 

Capitol Rotunda

Des Moines, IA

WASHINGTON DC (January 16, 2020) —Prepared floor remarks by Senator Charles "Chuck" Grassley honoring National Religious Freedom Day:

Today is National Religious Freedom Day when we celebrate our nation’s long-standing commitment to religious freedom.

The First Amendment to the Constitution protects that right for Americans. Unfortunately, this fundamental right is under attack internationally.

WASHINGTON DC (January 15, 2020) — Prepared floor remarks by Senator Charles "Chuck" Grassley, Chairman, Senate Finance Committee:

It’s said that good things come to those who wait. Others say that it’s better late than never. Either way, we can agree that this day has been a long time coming.

WASHINGTON DC (January 15, 2020) — A bipartisan group of Senators today renewed calls for significant regulatory or legislative reforms to the H-2B visa program before increasing the annual visa cap.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (January 16, 2020) — As candidates step up their final campaigning headed into the 2020 Iowa Caucus, Scott County Democrats are hosting their annual Red, White, and Blue dinner on Saturday, January 25, in Bettendorf. Democratic candidates and elected officials are expected to attend and give remarks. Former Governor and First Lady Tom and Christie Vilsack, Representative Dave Loebsack, and Davenport Mayor Mike Matson will be in attendance.

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 15, 2020) — Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate’s partnership with VoteShield sets a model for other states to monitor and protect their voter data. VoteShield is a secure web application that tracks changes to Iowa’s voter rolls and detects and flags anomalies. Iowa was the first state in the country to utilize the system.

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 15, 2020) — Today, Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement in response to the White House’s announcement of a trade agreement with China:

“Today, President Trump secured a historic win for the American people. Forging a stronger trade agreement with China puts Iowa farmers, families, and small businesses first. It was an honor to attend the signing ceremony, at the invitation of the President, and witness such an iconic moment.

WASHINGTON DC (January 15, 2020) — Senate Finance Committee Chairman Charles "Chuck" Grassley today attended a White House signing ceremony for Phase One of a trade deal between the United States and China.

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