In this week's roundup: Voting to overturn the Biden-Harris administration's EV mandates and the need to pass the Farm Bill ASAP.     Dear Friend, In this week's roundup: Voting to overturn the Biden-Harris administration's EV mandates and the need to pass the Farm Bill ASAP. 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 VOTE TO OVERTURN THE BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION'S EV MANDATES ON IOWA FAMILIES Electric vehicles are more expensive and perform far worse in cold weather than their gas-powered counterparts, and the necessary components to build EVs are mainly sourced from China. These facts should serve as a warning to the Biden-Harris administration, but instead, along with the EPA, they have recklessly pushed forward with EV mandates on our families. The EPA has no business telling Iowans what type of car or truck they can drive or what manufacturers can produce. That’s why I voted to overturn the Biden-Harris administration’s EV mandates and restore consumer choice in vehicle purchases. Earlier this year, I also led two separate letters urging the Biden-Harris administration to stop its de facto mandates requiring that an unattainable percentage of cars, trucks, tractors, buses, and semis be electric in the very near future. House passes bill blocking Biden admin attempt to require two-thirds of new cars to be electric within years The House of Representatives passed the Congressional Review Act resolution on Friday to block the Environmental Protection Agency's new emissions standards. Read More MEETING WITH THE CARROLL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Last week, I had the opportunity to visit with the Carroll Chamber of Commerce. We covered a wide variety of topics, including rural healthcare, the Farm Bill, Carroll’s new HUB 712 for entrepreneurs, and efforts to remove and replace trees impacted by Emerald Ash Borer. WE MUST KEEP OUR FOREIGN ADVERSARIES AWAY FROM OUR FARMLAND Representing the 2nd-largest ag-producing district in Congress, I've led the charge to keep China away from our farmland. We can't let China, Russia, Iran, North Korea or any of our foreign enemies take control of our land or threaten our food security. Letter: Feenstra fights to keep land away from China To The REVIEW: Read More TALKING ABOUT THE FARM BILL WITH THE NATIONAL CONFECTIONERS ASSOCIATION On Wednesday, I had the chance to meet with the National Confectioners Association, including my friend Marty Palmer with Palmer Candy Company in Sioux City and Shelly Clarey with Adams & Brooks, Inc. in Orange City. We had a sweet discussion about the Farm Bill! JOINING MY WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE COLLEAGUES IN SENDING A LETTER TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL OF THE ORGANIZATION FOR ECONOMIC CO-OPERATION AND DEVELOPMENT Without an ounce of input from Republicans, President Biden and Secretary Yellen forced our country into a terrible deal – constructed by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) – that will raise taxes on American businesses, harm our workers, and allow foreign governments to use our companies as their own personal piggybanks. We can't tie our hands and let China and other foreign countries walk all over us and take our taxpayer dollars. That's why I joined my Ways and Means Committee colleagues in sending a letter to the Secretary-General of the OECD to make clear that Republicans remain strongly opposed to this unfair and unworkable global tax deal. THE GROWING AG TRADE DEFICIT AND DECLINING FARM INCOME MAKE THE CASE FOR A NEW FARM BILL There are many reasons to pass the farm bill this year. Prices for corn, soybeans, and other commodities have fallen well below producers’ break-even point; over 100 million birds – including turkeys, broilers, and layers – have been infected by bird flu since 2022, and net farm income is estimated to fall by $10.2 billion this year alone. Inflation also remains a painful tax on our farmers, who already face unnecessary and punitive red tape like WOTUS and looming expirations on important pro-growth tax provisions in 2025. All in all, our farmers and producers need Congress to pass the farm bill as soon as possible to deliver relief and certainty to our agricultural community. The newest development underscoring the urgent need to pass the farm bill is the Department of Agriculture’s latest Outlook for U.S. Agriculture Trade. According to this report, our agricultural trade deficit is projected to reach nearly $43 billion for fiscal 2025. Soybean and corn exports are estimated to fall by $1.5 billion and $900 million, respectively, while beef exports are expected to drop by $1 billion. Read my full op-ed below! Opinion: The growing ag trade deficit and declining farm income make the case for a new farm bill In this opinion piece, Rep. Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, argues that the latest forecasts for farm income and agricultural trade underscore the need for a new farm bill. Read More CHATTING WITH THE IOWA CATTLEMEN'S ASSOCIATION On Tuesday, while I was returning to D.C. for votes, my Legislative Assistant — Josh — met with participants in the Iowa Cattlemen's Association Leadership Program. From making the Livestock Indemnity Program fairer to eliminating the death tax, I’ll always be a strong voice for Iowa cattle producers. ONE LAST THING: COUNCIL BLUFFS FIRE DEPARTMENT RECOGNIZED WITH WELL-DESERVED AWARD! Congrats to the Council Bluffs Fire Department on receiving the "Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award" for its work to hire veterans, reservists, and guardsmen. Out of 1,700 nominations, only 15 organizations were recognized nationwide. Council Bluffs Fire receives national award for hiring veterans, reservists and guardsmen It's one of only 15 organizations in the entire country getting the award out of 1,700 nominations. Read More MY WEEKLY COLUMN: AMERICAN FARMERS NEED A FIVE-YEAR FARM BILL We need to pass the Farm Bill as soon as possible to deliver relief and certainty for the hardworking men and women who feed and fuel our country and the world. More than 115 days ago, Republicans on the House Agriculture Committee – along with four of our Democratic colleagues – did just that. We passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 – also known as the Farm Bill – out of committee well before the September 30th expiration of the one-year extension of the 2018 Farm Bill Congress approved last year. Regrettably, Senate Democrats did not exercise the same foresight that House Republicans did. Over the last several months, Senate Democrats have done nothing to get the Farm Bill passed and signed into law. In fact, they haven’t even introduced an actual bill to help kickstart negotiations. It unfortunately appears that they are fine with another extension even if it means unnecessary struggles and uncertainty for Rural America. Read more in my weekly column below. My weekly column: American farmers need a five-year Farm Bill After years of inflation, high interest rates, increased energy costs, trade uncertainty, and bureaucratic red tape, the outlook for the farm economy is bleak. U.S. Read More CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY Would you buy an electric vehicle? Yes No Unsure LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: Do you support the World Health Organization? Yes - 22% No - 68% Unsure/Indifferent - 10% 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 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice