In this week's roundup: My reappointment to the Agriculture Committee, meeting with Iowa Corn, and the debut of my weekly column. Dear Friend, In this week's roundup: My reappointment to the Agriculture Committee, meeting with Iowa Corn, and the debut of my weekly column. That and more -- remember to follow my Facebook page by clicking here to stay up-to-date throughout the week! SERVING IOWA'S FOURTH DISTRICT ON THE AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE I’m honored to continue serving 4th District farmers and producers on the House Agriculture Committee. For far too long, out-of-touch attacks on rural America have threatened our economy and way of life. As the breadbasket to our country and the world, I’ll always work for Iowa agriculture. Feenstra Issues Statement on Appointment to House... Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) issued the following statement after he was appointed by his Republican colleagues to serve on the U.S. House of Representatives Agriculture Committee for the 118 th Congress. Read more feenstra.house.gov PROTECTING AMERICAN FARMLAND FROM FOREIGN THREATS In the U.S., foreign entities own more than 37 million acres of our farmland. It’s a threat to our national, economic, and food security. That’s why, this week, I helped introduce the FARM Act to prevent our adversaries from infiltrating rural America and buying our land. Feenstra, lawmakers introduce bill to protect farms from ... WASHINGTON D.C. - Today Iowa Fourth District Congressman Randy Feenstra announced he helped introduce a bill to focus on foreign buyers of land in this country. Concerns have been raised that foreign buyers purchasing land could impact control of ... Read more who13.com MY MEETING WITH IOWA CORN On Tuesday, I had a productive conversation with Iowa Corn about priorities important to 4th District corn growers. We discussed the need to open foreign markets, enforce our trade laws, and pass a strong Farm Bill that benefits Iowa. We also touched on my support for the Next Generation Fuels Act and our ethanol producers in Iowa. I will always be a strong voice for Iowa agriculture. DELIVERING ON OUR COMMITMENT TO AMERICA The 118th Congress is off to a roaring and productive start. House Republicans defunded President Biden's army of 87,000 new IRS agents and ended oil sales from our Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China. Our Commitment to America is not just empty rhetoric. It’s a conservative movement. You can read more in my opinion piece in the Carroll Times Herald below. Delivering on our commitment to America Commitment. It's a word that evokes hope, promises leadership, and delivers results. No other word in the English language constitutes a more ironclad bond between individuals than a commitment. Read more www.carrollspaper.com IOWA HOUSE DELEGATION DEMANDS BIDEN ADMINISTRATION HOLD MEXICO ACCOUNTABLE FOR UNFAIR TRADE PRACTICES Mexico's proposed biotech corn ban is a clear violation of the USMCA that would slash $3.5 billion from our economy and devastate Iowa’s hardworking corn growers. That's why the entire Iowa House delegation sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine C. Tai demanding that the Biden Administration hold the Mexican government accountable. Our corn growers and rural communities deserve better. Little progress reported in US-Mexico GM corn talks MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - Little progress was made during a meeting between US and Mexican government officials on Jan. 23 on Mexico's plan to phase out the use and importation of genetically engineered corn by Jan. 31, 2024, according to US trade... Read more www.world-grain.com IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: DEBUT OF MY WEEKLY COLUMN In addition to my newsletter, this week I start releasing a weekly column to keep you updated on votes, legislative priorities, and my 36 County Tour. You can read it under "Media" at Feenstra.House.Gov or click the link below which will now be at the end of every newsletter. My Weekly Column: Protecting our energy independence and ... In the United States, we are blessed with an abundant supply of energy - from ethanol and biodiesel to natural gas and oil - to power our nation and fuel our economy. Regrettably, just months ago, President Biden sold oil from our reserves to... Read more feenstra.house.gov ONE MORE THING: BEST OF LUCK TO IOWA STATE ALUMNUS, BROCK PURDY, IN THE NFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME! In a run that has been nothing short of amazing, I want to wish Brock Purdy the best of luck as he takes on the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship to advance to the Super Bowl! You can read more about his incredible journey below. Meet Brock Purdy, the Iowa State quarterback alum one... It took two quarterback injuries in 2022, one to Trey Lance and the other to Jimmy Garoppolo, for Purdy to get his chance as a starter. In a short time, he's earned a reputation as a poised player who rises to the occasion. Learn more about Purdy ... Read more www.kcci.com CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY How do you believe the debt ceiling should be handled? Raise the debt ceiling, but only if there are cuts to spending Select Raise the debt ceiling with no cuts to spending Select Don't raise the debt ceiling at all Select Indifferent/Unsure Select LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: Do you support finishing construction on the border wall? Yes - 78% No - 20% Indifferent - 2% 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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