Email from Rep. Hinson Friend, Last week, Governor Reynolds testified before the House Oversight Committee for a hearing entitled “Rightsizing Government” because Iowa is a model for limited government and respecting taxpayers. As Governor Reynolds noted in her recent Condition of the State address, Iowa was streamlining government before DOGE was even on the radar. By cutting government bureaucracy, eliminating red tape, and lowering taxes, Governor Reynolds has gotten government out of the way so families, farmers, and small businesses can thrive. As DOGE takes shape, Iowa’s success story offers a proven roadmap to fiscal responsibility nationwide. We’ve all seen that the federal government has persistently moved in the opposite direction, especially under Joe Biden. And when the government gets bigger, it doesn’t get better—it just gets more expensive and intrusive. Federal bureaucrats layer red tape on top of red tape, making it harder for small businesses to grow, farmers to farm, and families to succeed. Iowa has shown the nation that it is possible to cut government waste while keeping the economy strong and ensuring that taxpayer dollars are spent wisely. If Washington follows Iowa’s lead, we can build a future where hardworking Americans keep more of their paycheck, businesses can thrive without burdensome regulations, and economic and personal freedoms are protected. I will never stop fighting for a smaller, more efficient, and more accountable government. After all, it’s your money, not the government’s money. We would all be better off if Washington ran a lot more like Iowa. Watch Governor Reynolds' Full Testimony here! Best, Roundtable on Protecting Farmers and Flocks from Avian Influenza This week, the Ag-FDA Subcommittee on House Appropriations held a roundtable with experts from USDA to discuss efforts to combat avian influenza and protect farmers and ranchers from losing their flock or herd. Agriculture is the backbone of Iowa’s economy, and I will continue to closely monitor this situation as we explore ways to protect our food supply chain, Americans' health, and the livelihood of our farmers. Ensuring Access to Higher Education for Farmers, Small Business Owners’ Children In July 2024, provisions from the FAFSA Simplification Act altered the federal formula for determining student aid, disadvantaging family farms and small business families by including non-liquid assets—like farmland and equipment—into the calculation. This means many family farmers and small business owners are unfairly punished through reduced financial aid for their college-age kids, which jeopardizes educational opportunities for students in rural America. I helped introduce the Family Farm and Small Business Exemption Act to ensure Iowans can afford higher education and invest in their children’s future without putting their livelihoods at risk. This bill corrects this ridiculous inequity and levels the playing field for these students and their families. Meeting with Iowa's Community Colleges Every year, Iowa community colleges assist thousands of young men and women in obtaining affordable, quality education that prepares them to enter the workforce and contribute to Iowa’s growing and vibrant economy. It’s past time to end the stigma that traditional four-year degrees are the only pathway to success – community colleges in Iowa and across the country help students discover their passions and thrive in their eventual careers. Supporting Iowans' Access to Healthcare Iowa community health centers provide affordable, comprehensive health care services to Iowans, especially those in rural areas. I enjoyed meeting with their team and am honored to receive their distinguished advocate award. I will continue working to ensure rural Iowans have access to top-quality care. In Case You Missed It: Quick Hits I nominated twelve dedicated and service-driven young Iowans to attend the United States Service Academies! I congratulated Brooke Rollins on her confirmation as President Trump’s next secretary of agriculture. I thanked Ron Steele for his 50+ years of service reporting at KWWL. I voted in support of the Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act to better support and protect our law enforcement officers who protect our borders. I voted to support the Midnight Rules Relief Act to dismantle Biden’s 11th hour rules so we can cut red tape and restore commonsense. I met with leadership from community colleges from across Iowa to discuss access to higher education for Iowans. I congratulated East Buchanan, Mount Vernon, and Osage girls' wrestling teams for placing as the top three schools in the 1A state championship. I welcomed representatives of Iowa community health centers to my Washington, D.C. office for a meeting. In the News Check out my Op-Ed that applauds Governor Reynolds for her successful work in rightsizing Iowa’s Government and urges Washington, D.C. to follow suit.  Washington Times: Washington should follow Iowa’s lead for a smaller, more accountable government The Daily Signal: ‘Disgusting’: Pentagon Schools Misinterpret Trump’s Directives to Cut Cultural Lessons Fox News Radio: Common Ground: Bipartisan Efforts to Locate Government Waste Radio Iowa: U.S. Rep. Hinson cites ‘major inefficiencies,’ but doesn’t foresee ‘immediate’ Education Dept. closure Bisnow: Congress Considers Banishing Most Federal Agency HQs From Nation's Capital Waterloo Times: Ashley Hinson supports Iowa agriculture and small businesses with legislative efforts Waterloo Times: Ashley Hinson discusses fiscal responsibility and local business support Dyersville Commercial: Hinson discusses food prices at local stop Radio Iowa: Iowa Congresswoman Hinson says GOP shouldn't squander opportunity to shrink gov't Waterloo Times: Ashley Hinson discusses legislative efforts and community engagement The Ripon Advance: Newhouse, Hinson introduce bipartisan Agriculture Export Promotion Act Waterloo Times: Ashley Hinson discusses local achievements and national issues on social media Daily Gate City: The war on women's sports is over Waterloo Times: Ashley Hinson supports domestic energy production amid ongoing debates Southeast Iowa Union: Hinson on hand for signing of women’s sports bill Waterloo Times: Ashley Hinson shares insights from National Prayer Breakfast and supports Trump's sports initiative North Iowa Now: Hinson: DOGE is what the government needs Iowa Capital Dispatch: D.C. Dispatch: Iowa lawmakers join Trump for executive order, call for AM radio preservation Farms. com: Newhouse Strengthens Market Access for Farmers in Bipartisan Legislation Facebook Instagram X Truth Stay Connected Rep. Hinson | 2458 Rayburn House Office Building 45 Independence Avenue SE | Washington, D.C., DC 20515 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice