In this week's roundup: Recognizing National Police Week, applauding federal disaster relief for Minden and other Iowa communities, and my legislation to support our rural hospitals. Dear Friend, In this week's roundup: Recognizing National Police Week, applauding federal disaster relief for Minden and other Iowa communities, and my legislation to support our rural hospitals. 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! FEDERAL DISASTER RELIEF HEADED TO MINDEN AND OTHER IOWA COMMUNITIES IMPACTED BY LAST MONTH'S DEVASTATING TORNADOES Following last month’s devastating tornadoes, I joined Governor Reynolds in calling for immediate relief for Minden and other impacted communities. I’m glad that President Biden answered our call and approved federal support to help our families and communities rebuild. I will continue to stand with our neighbors in Minden and our communities in Southwest Iowa as they recover. THANKING OUR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS DURING NATIONAL POLICE WEEK On Wednesday morning, I met with the Iowa State Sheriffs’ and Deputies’ Association Honor Guard, including Deputy Waylon Pollema from the Sioux County Sheriff's Office. I appreciate everything that our police and law enforcement officers do to keep our families and communities safe. HONORING OUR POLICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS WHO MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE On Tuesday night, I joined my colleagues to honor our police and law enforcement officers who have been killed in the line of duty. We will never forget these incredible Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our families and communities. Our prayers remain with their families and loved ones. MEETING WITH THE AMERICAN WATERWAYS OPERATORS I enjoyed meeting with the American Waterways Operators this week. We talked about my vote to fully fund the U.S. Coast Guard and the need to keep shipments and barges safely moving up and down the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. WORKING TO BALANCE OUR FEDERAL BUDGET According to calculations by the Joint Economic Committee of U.S. Treasury Department data, the federal government is borrowing about $100,000 every single second. Serving on the House Ways and Means Committee, I’ll continue my work to protect Iowa taxpayers, end reckless government spending, reduce our national debt, and put our country on a path towards fiscal sanity. Working to Balance our Federal Budget - Sergeant Bluff... Dear Editor: It's official. According to calculations of by the Joint Economic Committee of U.S. Treasury Department data, the federal government is borrowing about $100,000 every ... Read more www.sergeantbluffadvocates.com RECOGNIZING NATIONAL HOSPITAL WEEK This week, I recognized our incredible hospitals in Iowa and thanked the doctors, nurses, healthcare workers, and administrators who keep our hospitals running. Their work is critical to keeping our families and communities safe and healthy. On my 36 County Tour, I’ve met with healthcare workers and families about the importance of keeping hospitals open and operational in our rural communities. That’s why I introduced the Rural Hospital Stabilization Act — which just passed out of the House Ways and Means Committee — to help our hospitals meet payroll, retain quality staff, make needed improvements, and deliver exceptional care. WATCH MY REMARKS ON THE HOUSE FLOOR HERE! IMPROVING THE LIVESTOCK INDEMNITY PROGRAM TO DELIVER FAIR AND ACCURATE PRICES FOR IOWA CATTLE PRODUCERS When severe storms strike or animal disease spreads, Iowa cattle producers need a safety net that they can depend on and deserve a fair price for their livestock. However, under current law, payment rates from the Livestock Indemnity Program are only updated every year – a lengthy timeframe that does not accurately reflect unpredictable market conditions in the livestock industry. My bill – the Livestock Indemnity Program Improvement Act – will cut that timeframe down to every three months so that our producers and their families receive a fair and accurate price for their livestock. Feenstra Leads Legislation to Improve Livestock... WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Read more feenstra.house.gov INFLATION KEEPS INCREASING Thanks to President Biden's reckless spending, American families are paying more to keep up with rising prices at the gas station and the grocery store. We need to stop spending money that we don't have to bring prices and interest rates down. Inflation increases 3.4% in April as prices remain elevated The Labor Department on Wednesday released the closely watched April consumer price index report, revealing just how hot inflation was running last month. Read more www.foxbusiness.com 4TH DISTRICT FUN FACT: HOME OF OUR COUNTRY'S BEST TULIPS! Today's fun fact comes to us from Orange City, Iowa — the home of our country's best tulips! This year, Orange City is celebrating its 83rd Tulip Festival. The picture below was taken a few days before the festival and truly showcases Orange City's beautiful tulips! ONE LAST THING: PRAYING FOR THE DICKERSON FAMILY On Thursday morning, Matthew Dickerson, who worked for the Iowa Department of Transportation, was struck and killed. It is absolutely tragic. My prayers are with the Dickerson family and their loved ones. One killed in construction zone crash on I-80 in... Iowa State Patrol was investigating the crash that occurred near a construction zone. Read more www.ketv.com MY WEEKLY COLUMN: SUPPORTING OUR POLICE, LAW ENFORCEMENT, AND BORDER PATROL AGENTS Our police and law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day to keep our families and communities safe. These men and women are heroes who deserve our deepest appreciation and strongest support for their commitment to protect and serve Iowans. On my 36 County Tour, I’ve had the privilege of meeting with our law enforcement community to personally thank them for all that they do – never seeking recognition or praise in return. They know the meaning of service and sacrifice. During my time in Congress, I’ve pledged to back the blue 100%, and I’m glad to say that I’ve introduced and supported legislation upholding that promise. Read more in my weekly column below. My Weekly Column: Supporting our police, law... From May 12th to 18th, we celebrated National Police Week in honor of our police and law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line every day to keep our families and communities safe. These men and women are heroes who deserve our... Read more feenstra.house.gov CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY Do you support Medicare coverage of audio-only telehealth services? Yes Select No Select Unsure/Indifferent Select LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: Do you think criminals who defraud our veterans should be fully punished? Yes - 95% No - 1% Unsure/Indifferent - 4% 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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