Email from Rep. Hinson Friend, Last week I reintroduced my bipartisan, bicameral Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act. This bill will finally hold China accountable for decades of evading U.S. trade laws through transshipment, duty evasion, and forced labor. The CCP’s illicit trade practices are deliberately designed to take advantage of American workers and domestic industry—undercutting American wages and gutting rural manufacturing towns that once thrived with good-paying jobs. Despite the sheer volume of trade crime-related cases, the Department of Justice remains inadequately equipped to detect, investigate, and prosecute such offenses effectively. Click here to read my interview with Fox News. Tariffs are a powerful tool in our arsenal, but they must be backed by strong enforcement of our trade laws to stop China from ripping us off. This legislation will support the Trump Administration’s efforts to stop these blatant violations and ensure penalties are meaningfully enforced. American workers have felt pain for decades because of Communist China’s malfeasance – now it’s time for Communist China to feel some pain. The message from the Trump Administration is clear: the days of taking advantage of the US are over, and the golden age of American manufacturing is coming back. This is a bipartisan opportunity to support American industry, reshore domestic manufacturing, and champion American workers – and I hope we can deliver on this for all Iowans and Americans. Best, My Visits to Hardin, Tama, and Benton Counties I loved visiting Grandma Jane’s Playhouse! It’s such a joy to see kids just being kids—learning, making new friends, and building valuable social skills. I'm so thankful to their dedicated team for making this possible and providing a variety of educational opportunities for Iowa families! It was a pleasure meeting with officers from five different police departments to discuss public safety concerns in Tama County. Ensuring our law enforcement officers have the tools to do their job will always be a priority for me and I appreciate their sacrifice and service to our community. I had a great meeting with the owner of Benton County Brewing Company—which he bought with his family after previously serving overseas in Iraq. I appreciated the tour, and I can't wait to make it back and try some local brews! We also discussed the importance of building the local workforce and keeping small business tax cuts permanent. I'll always continue advocating for Iowa businesses just like his! Welcoming Iowans to D.C. I had a valuable discussion with the Livestock Marketing Association about ways to continue advocating for Iowa’s livestock farmers. I remain committed to reversing the harmful effects of regulatory barriers on Iowa farmers and supporting our rural communities! It was also wonderful to meet with the Iowa Association of Councils of Governments. Local leaders play a key role in strengthening our communities, and I’m thankful for their partnership as we work toward shared goals and deliver for Iowans. In Case You Missed It: Quick Hits I continued my 22 County Tour traveling through Hardin, Tama, and Benton Counties on Thursday. I called out House Democrats for copy and pasting the same talking points and having no authentic message for Americans. I voted to keep the government open, allowing us to move forward with President Trump's America First agenda of reigning in out-of-control federal spending. I thanked Vice President Vance for joining our House Republican Conference meeting to discuss government funding. I voted to ensure Americans' safety and support Border Patrol agents by surging resources to secure our borders. I also voted for additional surveillance over tunnels manipulated by drug cartels so we can end this malpractice once and for all. I applauded the overhaul of Biden’s deceptive CBP One app to fast track self-deportations and put Americans first. I called out Ranking Member DeLauro and Democrats for lying and spreading misinformation about the government funding package. I thanked Secretary Rollins for rooting out waste, fraud, and abuse at the USDA. I celebrated International Women's Day! In the News Fox News: Hinson, Ricketts roll out bipartisan bill to protect US agriculture supply chain from Chinese Communist Party Fox News: Republican lawmaker says it’s time to give the DOJ the tools to stop China from ‘ripping off’ American companies Fox News Radio: The Importance Of Supporting America’s Heartland Fox News: Republican lawmaker aims to stop China from 'ripping off' Americans Morning Ag Clips: Ricketts, Slotkin Lead Bipartisan Bill to Secure American Agriculture Politico: House revives Ethics Committee after Gaetz blowup Times Republican: Rep. Hinson assembles law enforcement roundtable at Murph’s in Toledo KCRG: Tama County law enforcement holds discussion with Rep. Ashley Hinson on illegal immigration KGAN: Rep. Ashley Hinson addresses Iowa farmers' tariff concerns amid global trade tensions KWWL: Representative Hinson speaks at law enforcement roundtable in Toledo The Ripon Advance: Nebraska Republicans urge year-round sale of E15 gas blend KCRG: Tax-free tips could help Eastern Iowa’s small business service workers Waterloo Times: Ashley Hinson discusses community engagement and public safety initiatives The Gazette: Oppose elected officials who oppose stronger nursing home regulations Daily Wire: ‘Copy/Paste Caucus’: Dems Roasted Over Identical Posts On Funding Bill Washington Blade: Republican lawmakers demand IOC ban transgender athletes from women's events Tipp Insights: CBP One Is Gone, Replaced With CBP Home To Encourage Illegal Aliens To Self-Deport American Feed Industry Association: AFIA Backs Key Legislation to Promote U.S. Animal Food Supply Chain Resilience Ethanol Producer Magazine: Fischer, Smith urge Congress to fulfill President Trump’s pledge to allow year-round sales of E15 Financial Regulation News: Rep. Hinson introduces bill to establish DOJ task force to combat China trade crimes Fox 24: China 'ripping off' American businesses — but the DOJ can fight them, GOP lawmaker says KCRG: Representative Hinson urges lawmakers to pass bill making E15 ethanol available year round across the nation KGAN: Rep. Hinson's office declines Dubuque event but says she's still doing town halls in Iowa Ripon Advance: Hinson, Moolenaar submit bill to bolster DOJ’s work to rein in trade crimes Energy Ag Wired: E15 Advocates Rally as House Passes Clean CR The Washington Times: Trump tariffs crack down on China's backdoor trade tricks The Des Moines Register: Ashley Hinson to hold Iowa town halls, despite GOP national guidance The Gazette: Iowa Rep. Ashley Hinson will still hold town halls, despite GOP advice not to Quad City Times: Iowa Rep. Ashley Hinson will hold town halls, despite GOP advice Brownfield Ag News: Rep. Hinson says tariffs are part of Trump's "long game" approach Radio Iowa: Iowa Congresswoman Hinson comments on the DOGE efforts West Hawaii Today: U.S. firms demand crackdown on tariff-evading Chinese importers Southeast Iowa Union: State DOGE saves taxpayers millions News Press Now: Iowa Rep. Ashley Hinson will continue in-person town halls, despite GOP advice Woodworking Network: International Trade Crimes Act gets industry backing Ottumwa Courier: Iowa delegation calls for USDA aid for turkey farmers hit by virus outbreaks Tipp Insights: CBP One Is Gone, Replaced With CBP Home To Encourage Illegal Aliens To Self-Deport   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