Email from Rep Feenstra In this week's roundup: The third video of my Farm Bill Breakdown series, my new office on Capitol Hill, and Christmas message from me and my wife.     Dear Friend, In this week's roundup: The third video of my Farm Bill Breakdown series, my new office on Capitol Hill, and Christmas message from me and my wife. 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! A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE FROM ME AND MY WIFE Christmas is a peaceful time to reflect on the birth of our Lord, who came into the world to wash away our sins and grant us eternal life. He is at the center of this beautiful season. Isaiah 9:6 says, “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” This joyful season is also a time to count our many blessings, spend time with friends and family, and support those less fortunate than us. We are so fortunate to live in the greatest country on Earth and share precious moments with our loved ones in the comfort of our homes and communities. With the Lord in our hearts, we truly find the deep and true meaning of Christmas. From our family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! FARM BILL BREAKDOWN SERIES PART III: THE SAFE AMERICAN FOOD EXPORTS ACT For the 3rd video in my Farm Bill Breakdown series, we're talking about my Safe American Food Exports Act. This legislation ensures that we can continue to safely export our ag products even in the event of a foreign animal disease outbreak in another part of the country. KEEPING OUR MILITARY THE STRONGEST FIGHTING FORCE IN THE WORLD  Our national security depends on a strong military laser focused on defending our country and our values. That’s why I voted for the National Defense Authorization Act to keep our military the strongest and most lethal fighting force in the world. Keeping our military the strongest fighting force in the world Our national security depends on a strong military laser focused on defending our country and our values. China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, terrorist groups, and other diabolical forces are intent on destabilizing our nation, dismantling our economy, and sowing chaos across the globe. We cannot let this new Axis of Evil and their proxies undermine [...] Read More DELIVERING RESULTS FOR MAIN STREET ON WAYS AND MEANS Serving on the House Committee on Ways and Means, I'm committed to supporting policies that help our main street businesses thrive. That's why I'm working to reauthorize the 20% tax cut for our small businesses so that our job creators can continue to invest and keep employees on payroll. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY IS NONNEGOTIABLE At the end of July, our national debt peaked at $35 trillion — a figure once considered unthinkable. However, just 118 days later, our country surpassed another sobering milestone — $36 trillion in debt. We must end reckless spending and balance our budget. Feenstra: Nation must stop its rapid accumulation of debt At the end of July, our national debt peaked at $35 trillion - a figure once considered unthinkable. However, just 118 days later, our country surpassed another sobering milestone - Read More WE MUST STRENGTHEN AND SUPPORT OUR WORKFORCE As we work to reauthorize and build upon the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, I will continue to advocate for American workers. A strong workforce creates a strong economy and a more prosperous nation! THE NEXT GENERATION KEEPING OUR PROUD AG TRADITIONS ALIVE Kids like Colton are the future of Iowa agriculture. In Congress, I will always work to ensure that the next generation of farmers and producers can keep our proud ag traditions alive and keep our farmland in the hands of Iowa farmers. YEAR-ROUND E-15 SUPPORTS OUR ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND NATIONAL SECURITY By making year-round access to E-15 permanently available at gas pumps nationwide, we can lower gas prices for our families, expand economic opportunities for our farmers, and lessen our dependence on foreign oil and gas. Homegrown Iowa ethanol supports our energy security and independence! RECOGNIZING AMERICA'S SYMBOL OF FREEDOM This week, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously approved legislation designating the bald eagle as our national bird. This symbol of strength and freedom will forever represent our American values! ONE LAST THING: MY NEW D.C. OFFICE LOCATION My team and I moved to a new location on Capitol Hill! Our new office is Room 2434 in the Rayburn House Office Building. If you’re ever in our nation’s capital, please stop by — and as always, you can visit our website at [link removed] if we can ever be helpful! MY WEEKLY COLUMN: WE DON'T WANT CALIFORNIA'S ELECTRIC-VEHICLE MANDATES TO SPREAD NATIONWIDE On Wednesday December 18th, President Biden’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) delivered yet another blow to the American auto industry and affordability for our families. The EPA announced that it granted California permission to phase out the sale of gas-powered cars in the state. In doing so, the EPA put radical Green New Deal policy agenda items over the economic interests of American consumers. Read my full weekly column below! My weekly column: We don't want California's electric-vehicle mandates to spread nationwide On Wednesday December 18th, President Biden's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) delivered yet another blow to the American auto industry and affordability for our families. The EPA announced that it granted California permission to phase out the sale of gas-powered cars in the state. Read More CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY Do you support suspending the debt ceiling? Yes No Unsure / Indifferent LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: Do you support the extension of President Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act?  Yes - 64% No - 29% Unsure/Indifferent - 7% 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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