Friend, 

It’s been another busy week in DC fighting for Iowans. I want to update you on a bipartisan effort I recently led – and it all started on a plane when I ran into Congresswoman Lauren Underwood while we were both on our way back to DC.

She brought up a bill she’s working on to support veteran moms. I was surprised to learn not all VA facilities provide private, clean lactation spaces for mothers.

As a mom, I know how important nursing or pumping is for moms. And let me tell you, timing for breastfeeding and pumping is a challenge and certainly not always convenient!

America’s military moms have already sacrificed so much for our freedoms. And even when they are no longer serving in our military, their service continues as they raise families, balance careers, and care for others. The least we can do is make sure they receive the care and accommodations they have earned at VA facilities.

Too often, women are left with no option but a bathroom stall or in their car. That is unacceptable. That’s why I’m proud to lead bipartisan efforts in the House to fix this by requiring every VA medical center to provide a private, clearly marked nursing room. 

It’s a simple, commonsense way to respect our veteran mothers, support healthy babies, and honor the families who have given so much to our country.

If you or someone you know is experiencing challenges accessing benefits or services with the VA, my team and I stand ready to help and offer assistance.

Sincerely,

Standing Up for Common Sense in Girls’ Sports

This week I got the chance to meet with a group of young female athletes, who were visiting our nation’s capital to advocate for the integrity of girls’ sports while the Supreme Court deliberates the future of girls' athletics. 

I’ve been extremely vocal in this fight to protect female athletes and ensure young girls aren’t forced to compete against biological men. I told these young girls that second place isn’t their ceiling. They are training hard to be the best and they deserve a fair shot on the playing field. 

Biden and the left tried to blur the line between boys and girls, but I will always stand with women and girls. I hope and pray that this Supreme Court will do the same. 

Team Hinson in IA-02

My team recently joined local business leaders in Dubuque for a 1 Million Cups event, where entrepreneurs come together to build supportive networks & sharpen their skills. We really enjoyed hearing from local business owners like Paradigm Coffee’s Keith Gutierrez and seeing Iowans empowering one another!

The power of public-private partnerships was on full display at the opening of Dubuque’s new Key Hotel! This kind of investment creates opportunity, strengthens the local economy, and helps communities like Dubuque continue to grow. Team Hinson was proud to attend and support this milestone event!