In this week's roundup: American families need an extra $11,434 to keep up with rising prices in the Biden economy. Dear Friend, In this week's roundup: American families need an extra $11,434 to keep up with rising prices in the Biden economy. 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! BIDENOMICS CONTINUES TO FAIL OUR FAMILIES AND OUR ECONOMY American families need an extra $11,434 to keep up with rising prices in the Biden economy. It's clear that President Biden’s runaway spending and crippling inflation have made life unaffordable for hardworking Americans. Americans need an extra $11,400 today just to afford the ... Compared with 2021, the typical household must spend an additional $11,434 annually just to maintain their standard of living, analysis shows. Read more www.cbsnews.com WELCOMING GOVERNOR REYNOLDS TO THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In Iowa, we’re blessed to have Governor Reynolds leading our state with grit and determination. Together, we’re working to secure our border, stand up for our farmers, cut wasteful spending, unleash American energy production, and ban China from buying American farmland. WRAPPING UP MY THIRD BIANNUAL 36 COUNTY TOUR AT ALL CARE HEALTH CENTER IN COUNCIL BLUFFS Last week, I wrapped up my third biannual 36 County Tour by visiting All Care Health Center in Council Bluffs. We covered the importance of behavioral health resources in our rural communities and our shared priority to keep rural hospitals and clinics open. Feenstra visits All Care Health Center to discuss... Rep. Randy Feenstra took a tour of All Care Health Center in Council Bluffs while taking a swing through the district over the congressional Thanksgiving break. Read more nonpareilonline.com CHATTING WITH IOWA STUDENTS I had a great conversation with students and staff from Iowa Jobs for America's Graduates (iJAG) this week. iJAG is a statewide nonprofit that equips young Iowans with the support and tools that they need to be strong leaders in their communities, pursue fulfilling careers, and succeed. MEETING WITH OFFICIALS FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA It was a pleasure to meet with University of Iowa President, Barbara Wilson, and Vice President for Medical Affairs, Dr. Denise Jamieson. I appreciate their leadership and commitment to our students. PROTECTING IOWA TAXPAYERS BY COMBATING OVERPAYMENT OF SNAP BENEFITS As a strong, fiscal conservative, I believe that Congress must do everything possible to protect taxpayer dollars from being wasted or fraudulently disbursed. The sad reality is that waste, fraud, and abuse have become commonplace in our federal bureaucracy, weakening our already poor fiscal health and forcing American taxpayers to pick up the tab. That’s wrong and it’s why we need accountability. SNAP is no exception. Every month, SNAP overpayments account for nearly $1 billion in federal spending. I’m proud to lead the Snap Back Inaccurate SNAP Payments Act to help eliminate waste and promote fiscal responsibility by preventing overpayment of SNAP benefits and safeguarding precious dollars for families in need. THANKING NICOLE CLEVELAND FOR HER ADVOCACY FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS WITH TURNER SYNDROME My faith teaches me that God creates every child for a purpose and a reason. I appreciate my friend, Nicole Cleveland, for sharing her inspiring story defying the odds of living with Turner syndrome and advocating for passage of my Protecting Girls with Turner Syndrome Act. ONE LAST THING: POSSIBLE RAIN AND SNOW THIS WEEKEND! It's possible that we might get some rain and snow this weekend. Be safe and enjoy time with friends, family, and loved ones! Wintry weather possible Saturday before warmer weather... Warming trend starts next week. Read more www.ktiv.com MY WEEKLY COLUMN: COMPLETING MY THIRD BIANNUAL 36 COUNTY TOUR When I was elected to serve Iowa’s 4th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives, I promised that I would be a strong voice for our families, farmers, and rural main streets and equally transparent with and accessible to the people I represent. By officially completing my third annual 36 County Tour, I have upheld that pledge, had many invaluable discussions with Iowans, and transformed our priorities and values into sound policy and legislative victories. Since I kicked off the first iteration of my 36 County Tour in 2021, I have made more than 230 stops at businesses, manufacturers, police departments, farms, schools, universities, hospitals, ethanol plants, and healthcare clinics. I’ve also held several town halls with Iowans and attended Rotary and Kiwanis Club meetings – to name a few. At every stop, I am inspired by the incredible work that Iowans are doing to support our families, help our neighbors, keep our main streets vibrant, and power our economy. Read more in my weekly column below! My Weekly Column: Completing my third biannual 36 County ... My Weekly Column: Completing my third biannual 36 County Tour Read more feenstra.house.gov CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY Do you support a balanced budget amendment to our Constitution? Yes Select No Select Unsure/Indifferent Select LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: Do you think that China should be banned from buying American farmland? Yes - 92% No - 3% Unsure/Indifferent - 5% 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. Randy Feenstra Member of Congress ‌ ‌ ‌ Rep Feenstra | 1440 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected]