In this week's roundup: Calling out President Biden for his Medicare cuts, back on the road for my 36 County Tour, and making the 2017 tax cuts permanent. Dear Friend, In this week's roundup: Calling out President Biden for his Medicare cuts, back on the road for my 36 County Tour, and making the 2017 tax cuts permanent. That and more -- remember to follow my Facebook page by clicking here to stay up-to-date throughout the week! BIDEN'S CUTS TO MEDICARE ADVANTAGE During his State of the Union address, President Biden shamelessly lied about Republicans' ironclad commitment to protect Medicare and Social Security. Ironically, the only person who is cutting Medicare is President Biden himself. His administration proposed an average 2.3% payment reduction to Medicare Advantage which would cut over $4.7 billion from this program that serves more than 30 million of our seniors. You can read more in my full op-ed below. There's an irony to Biden's Medicare lie about Republicans During his recent State of the Union address, President Joe Biden shamelessly lied to the American people about the priorities of the House Republican Conference in the 118th Congress. His sorry accusations - while entirely predictable - couldn't ... Read more www.foxnews.com MY MEETING WITH MERCYONE LEADERS This week, I met with MercyOne Hospital leaders from across the 4th District to discuss issues vital to rural healthcare. We covered my support for 340B, my commitment to protect Medicare, and the importance of tele-health and rural broadband to our communities. I will continue to advocate for quality, affordable healthcare for Iowa families, particularly in our rural communities. MY STOP AT AERO RACE WHEELS IN ESTHERVILLE On Tuesday, I visited AERO Race Wheels in Estherville during my 36 County Tour. Founded in 1995, they are the leading manufacturer of steel racing wheels for dirt and asphalt racing. On the policy side, we discussed supply chain issues, trade concerns, and how we can improve workforce participation. INTRODUCING THREE BILLS TO SUPPORT IOWA'S BIOFUELS INDUSTRY In Iowa, every other row of corn and soybeans produces low-cost, low-carbon ethanol and biodiesel. As a result, the vitality of our rural economy relies on a strong biofuels industry and a thriving agricultural sector. These three bills will support both. As the top-producing congressional district of ethanol and biodiesel, I am proud to introduce three bills that will pump the breaks on President Biden’s out-of-touch electric vehicle agenda, advance biofuels research, and make the impossible in energy production – possible. Feenstra Introduces Three Bills to Advance Biofuels... Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) introduced three pieces of legislation to pump the breaks on President Biden's reckless subsidization of the electric vehicle industry, research the potential of biofuels to power jet engines, and develop... Read more feenstra.house.gov MAKING THE 2017 TAX CUTS PERMANENT Between inflation and economic uncertainty, Americans deserve to keep more of their hard-earned money through a simpler tax code. That’s why I’m working with my Ways and Means colleagues to ensure Iowans continue to benefit from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. You can read more about our legislation to keep taxes low below. Feenstra Helps Introduce Legislation to Make 2017 Tax... Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) helped introduce legislation - the TCJA Permanency Act - led by U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-FL) to make the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) permanent and deliver tax relief to Iowa families, farmers,... Read more kiow.com MY CONVERSATION WITH RESIDENTS AT FOREST PLAZA I continued my 36 County Tour, meeting with residents at Forest Plaza Assisted Living in Forest City. We talked about my commitment to protect Social Security and Medicare and my work to curb inflation and get our fiscal house in order. I greatly enjoyed our conversation. Forest Plaza residents, staff receive visit from U.S.... Residents and staff of Forest Plaza Assisted Living in Forest City received a visit from U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra on the morning of Feb. 14. More than a half dozen of many independent residents who reside at Forest Plaza greeted Rep.... Read more globegazette.com MEETING WITH CORN LP IN GOLDFIELD I wrapped up this week's 36 County Tour stops meeting with employees and leadership at Corn LP in Goldfield. We discussed current legislation to make E-15 available at the gas station 365 days a year, the Energy Title of the Farm Bill, and the importance of biofuels to the Iowa economy. I am committed to being a strong voice for Iowa agriculture and biofuels and will continue to produce and promote legislation that benefits the 4th District and our families. ONE MORE THING: NASS IS STILL ACCEPTING CENSUS OF AG RESPONSES There is still time to complete the 2022 Census of Agriculture. The National Agricultural Statistics Service will be accepting submissions through the spring for farmers and ranchers in the U.S. You can fill out the census form online at nass.usda.gov. NASS still accepting Census of Ag responses - Brownfield ... U.S. farmers and ranchers can still complete the 2022 Census of Agriculture even though the deadline has passed. The USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) says it will continue accepting submissions through the spring to ensure... Read more brownfieldagnews.com MY WEEKLY COLUMN: AMERICAN FAMILIES DESERVE YEAR-ROUND ACCESS TO E-15 Over the last few years, Iowa families and farmers have been forced to empty their wallets at the gas station as fuel costs soared nationwide. Fortunately, in Iowa, we have a homegrown solution to meet our energy needs: E-15. E-15 – a gas blend of 15% ethanol – is a low-cost, low-carbon alternative to standard gasoline that can lower gas prices for Iowa families, support Iowa’s corn growers, and make our country energy independent again. Read my weekly column on my work to make E-15 available at the gas station 365 days a year below. My Weekly Column: American Families Deserve Year-Round... Over the last few years, Iowa families and farmers have been forced to empty their wallets at the gas station as fuel costs soared nationwide. Between federal restrictions on domestic energy production and record inflation, the average price of... Read more feenstra.house.gov CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY Do you support implementing the sale of E-15 year round? Yes Select No Select Indifferent/Unsure Select LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: How would you rate President Biden's State of the Union address? Poor - 70% Adequate - 5% Great - 21% Indifferent - 4% 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 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected]