Email from Rep Feenstra In this week's roundup: Lowering the cost of crop insurance for the next generation of Iowa farmers.     Dear Friend, In this week's roundup: Lowering the cost of crop insurance for the next generation of Iowa farmers. 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! PRESIDENT TRUMP IMPLEMENTING MY CROP INSURANCE FOR FUTURE FARMERS ACT AT THE USDA I’m thrilled that the Trump administration will formally implement my Crop Insurance for Future Farmers Act at the USDA. This bill — which was part of President Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” — will lower the cost of crop insurance for the next generation of Iowa farmers! TEAM FEENSTRA TOURING DRAGOTEC IN FENTON  Thursday night, Jim on our team toured Dragotec— a state-of-the-art combine head parts distributor — with an amazing facility in Fenton. The tour was coordinated by the Iowa Farm Bureau Region 4, which includes Emmet, Hancock, Kossuth, Winnebago, Cerro Gordo, and Worth counties. TEAM FEENSTRA AT THE SENECA FOUNDRY RIBBON CUTTING On Tuesday, Jim on our team attended the Seneca Foundry ribbon cutting in Webster City honoring the first anniversary of ownership by Lori Mason. I had the chance to tour this facility in 2023 and appreciated learning more about the work they do manufacturing iron castings. OUR CASEWORKER, ANN, WITH THE FRANKLIN COUNTY VETERANS  On Thursday, Ann — our caseworker — spoke at the Franklin County Veterans monthly picnic about what assistance our office can provide to veterans. From navigating the VA to getting Social Security benefits, we are here to support our veterans and their families. THE "ONE, BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL" WILL BE JET FUEL FOR OUR ECONOMY The “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” will be jet fuel for our economy. This law will ensure that the USA remains the world’s leading economic superpower while delivering the largest tax cuts ever for families, farmers, workers, seniors, and small businesses. 'One, Big, Beautiful Bill' is jet fuel for economy Among several issues that Americans report as their highest priorities, a strong economy usually tops the list. That makes complete sense. After all, a strong economy means bigger paychecks, more jobs, and greater opportunities for families, farmers, workers, and businesses in Iowa and nationwide to thrive. Read More ICYMI: HANDING OUT EGGS ON A STICK AT THE STATE FAIR I enjoyed handing out eggs on a stick to fairgoers at the Iowa Egg Council booth. I'm proud that Iowa is the TOP egg-producing state in the nation! ONE LAST THING: THE 2025 CONGRESSIONAL APP CHALLENGE HAS BEGUN! The 2025 Congressional App Challenge has officially begun! This competition gives middle and high school students the opportunity to have fun while coding and building their own app. I strongly encourage Iowa students to participate! MY WEEKLY COLUMN: MY BILL TO LOWER THE COST OF CROP INSURANCE FOR YOUNG FARMERS IS BEING IMPLEMENTED AT USDA On Wednesday August 20th, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that it would begin to formally implement legislation that I introduced to lower the cost of crop insurance for the next generation of Iowa farmers and producers. My bill – the Crop Insurance for Future Farmers Act – was included in President Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” that was signed into law on Independence Day and marked the largest investment in the farm economy in decades. With this bold and rapid action spearheaded by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, beginning and young farmers and producers will benefit from more accessible and more affordable crop insurance policies, protecting them from unforeseen financial losses caused by severe weather and animal diseases through no fault of their own. Read more from my weekly column below. My weekly column: My bill to lower the cost of crop insurance for young farmers is being implemented at USDA On Wednesday August 20th, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that it would begin to formally implement legislation that I introduced to lower the cost of crop insurance for the next generation of Iowa farmers and producers. Read More CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY Do you believe we should support young and beginning farmers? Yes No Unsure / Indifferent LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: Do you support combatting crime in our nation's capital? Yes - 75% No - 20% Unsure/Indifferent - 5% 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