In this week's roundup: Continuing my 36 County Tour, the Biden Administration's WOTUS rule, and my op-ed on President Biden's budget. Dear Friend, In this week's roundup: Continuing my 36 County Tour, the Biden Administration's WOTUS rule, and my op-ed on President Biden's budget. That and more – remember to follow my Facebook page by clicking here and my Twitter page by clicking here to stay up-to-date throughout the week! MY THOUGHTS ON PRESIDENT BIDEN'S BUDGET PROPOSAL President Biden’s $7-trillion budget proposes $5 trillion in new taxes on our families and small businesses and forecasts that our debt will rise to $50 trillion by 2033. In our Commitment to America, Republicans promised to end reckless spending and restore fiscal sanity. That's why we will never support this wasteful proposal that will continue to burden our families and leave future generations to pick up the tab. OTHER VOICES: President Biden's budget spells disaster During the first two years of his administration, President Biden's reckless policies epitomized his tax-and-spend proclivities and complete disregard for fiscal responsibility. Despite repeated calls from Republicans to abandon his wasteful... Read more siouxcityjournal.com MY VISIT TO ABERDEEN AND EVERETT APARTMENTS Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to visit Aberdeen and Everett apartments in Sioux City on my 36 County Tour. To alleviate workforce shortages facing our small businesses, we need to ensure our communities have adequate, affordable housing. FEENSTRA SAYS MORE HOUSING HELPS END WORKFORCE SHORTAGES ... IOWA 4TH DISTRICT CONGRESSMAN RANDY FEENSTRA WAS IN SIOUX CITY MONDAY MORNING, TOURING TWO APARTMENT BUILDINGS AND TALKING ABOUT THE CONNECTION BETWEEN HOUSING AND WORKFORCE SHORTAGES. THE HULL REPUBLICAN FIRST STOPPED AT THE ABERDEEN APARTMENTS, ... Read more kscj.com TOURING SENECA FOUNDRY IN WEBSTER CITY Domestic manufacturing is vital to our economy and rural communities. It was great to tour Seneca Foundry in Webster City this week on my 36 County Tour to learn more about their business and discuss policy priorities that can revitalize manufacturing in America. Feenstra walks through Seneca Foundry Within the large, dark room, light flashes from the molten iron. Noise permeates the scene, as workers move with the intent of getting their jobs done. Located in a 35,000 square foot facility off of 240 Mackinlay Kantor Dr in Webster City,... Read more www.freemanjournal.net CONGRATULATIONS TO THE IOWA WOMEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM I want to congratulate Iowa Women's Basketball on an outstanding season and for making their first NCAA Championship appearance in program history! They made the state of Iowa proud! CONTINUING MY FEENSTRA AGRICULTURE TOUR On Monday, during my Feenstra Agriculture Tour, I held another Farm Bill town hall in Ida Grove with local farmers. We covered the Farm Bill, WOTUS, and my amendment to the Lower Energy Costs Act to prevent China from buying American farmland suitable for ethanol and biodiesel production. I will continue to bring the voices of the 4th District with me to Congress so that we can craft a strong Farm Bill that benefits everyone. DELIVERING FOR THE 4TH DISTRICT...LITERALLY I had a blast delivering packages with UPS driver, Jerod, and chatting with Iowans in Denison on my 36 County Tour. In Congress, I’m working every day to deliver for Iowa families, farmers, main street businesses, and our rural communities. PRESIDENT BIDEN'S BURDENSOME WOTUS RULE President Biden’s reckless policies have saddled our farmers with red tape and increased input costs for our producers. That’s why I voted to overturn his new WOTUS rule and pledged to pass a strong Farm Bill that benefits the 4th District and rural America. I was disappointed to see Biden turn his back on rural America once again by vetoing the bipartisan resolution overturning the disastrous WOTUS rule. The government should be making it easier to work and be successful, not adding more red tape. Feenstra talks Farm Bill and WOTUS IARN -- As farmers are busy preparing for spring planting, our state legislators are busy working on ag policies. Iowa 4th District Congressman Randy Feenstra talked about what he's been working on in his office, from this year's farm bill to WOTUS. Read more kiwaradio.com HIGHLIGHTING MY AGRICULTURE ADVISORY BOARD As the second largest ag-producing district in the nation, the 4th District deserves a strong voice in the Farm Bill. That's why I launched my Agriculture Advisory Board and my Feenstra Agriculture Tour to deliver for Iowa agriculture. Editorial: Feenstra to be heard We are fortunate to have Congressman Randy Feenstra in a powerful position to make a strong case for Midwest farmers during the debate over the next Farm Bill. Work on the Agriculture Improvement Act, as it is officially known, is already underway. Read more www.nwestiowa.com ONE MORE THING: 2023 CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION The Congressional Art Competition is back and my office is accepting submissions from high school students across the 4th District. You can find more information about the competition below or by clicking HERE. Feenstra seeks high school students' art REGIONAL-U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Iowa) announced high school students across Iowa's 4th Congressional District are invited to submit artwork for the 2023 Congressional Art Competition. Artwork will be judged on originality, concept,... Read more www.nwestiowa.com MY WEEKLY COLUMN: CONTINUED INVESTMENT IN AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SUPPORTS IOWA FARMERS According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, China allocates roughly $10 billion towards agriculture research and development, which is twice the amount that the United States spends. That’s why I introduced the Advancing Cutting Edge (ACE) Agriculture Act with my colleague Rep. Jimmy Panetta – who also serves on the House Agriculture Committee and the House Ways and Means Committee – to double funding from $50 million to $100 million for the Agriculture Research and Development Authority (AgARDA), which supports high-risk, high-reward projects that seek to lower input costs for farmers and increase crop yields. Read more in my weekly column below. My Weekly Column: Continued Investment in Agricultural... On my Feenstra Agriculture Tour, I have met with countless farmers and producers to discuss the upcoming Farm Bill and commonsense policies that will protect the productivity, profitability, and international competitiveness of Iowa agriculture. Read more feenstra.house.gov CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY Do you support the United States withdrawing its membership from the World Health Organization? Yes Select No Select Indifferent/Unsure Select LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: Do you support increasing American energy production? Yes - 90% No - 7% Indifferent/Unsure - 3% If you have more thoughts on this week's question, feel free to leave your comments on my official website HERE. We are government together, and I am here to serve you. Your thoughts, concerns, and comments are very important to me. Always feel free to call (202) 225-4426 or visit my website at feenstra.house.gov. Sincerely, Rep. 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