Randy Feenstra
U.S. Representative · IA-4 · Republican
Statements and posts
234 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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234 statements
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Feenstra Praises Unanimous Passage of Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
Praised House passage of Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act allowing schools to offer whole milk.
“I am excited that the U.S. House unanimously passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, and that it is now headed to President Trump’s desk for his signature. This legislation ensures that Iowa kids can drink nutritious whole and 2% milk produced by Iowa dairy farmers”
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Feenstra Mourns Iowa National Guard Troops Murdered in Syria and Prays for Those Injured
Mourned Iowa National Guard troops killed by terrorists in Syria and called for accountability.
“Iowa and our nation mourns the brave Iowans who were murdered by terrorists in Syria and pray for those injured. Members of the Iowa National Guard are incredible patriots and selfless Americans who dedicate their lives to serving our country.”
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Voted for FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act authorizing runway and facility projects for Iowa Air National Guard.
“I’m excited that the NDAA includes my work to authorize construction of a new runway, aircraft parking apron, and a warmup/holding pad for the KC-135 Stratotanker at the Sioux Gateway Airport, which is home to our incredible 185th Air Refueling Wing in Sioux City.”
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Feenstra Thanks President Trump for Delivering Critical Relief for Iowa Farmers
Praised President Trump for announcing farm relief to support Iowa farmers and producers.
“President Trump is an incredible friend to Iowa farmers, and today’s announcement of immediate farm relief is welcome news for Iowa agriculture. Under the Biden administration, we had a massive agricultural trade deficit and skyrocketing inflation, which is still taking its toll on our commodity markets.”
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Praised Trump administration for expanding crop insurance access for Iowa farmers.
“I applaud President Trump and Secretary Rollins for strengthening crop insurance for our Iowa farmers and producers. This action expands access to affordable crop insurance, cuts burdensome red tape, and bolsters the farm safety net.”
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Feenstra Announces Winner of 2025 Congressional App Challenge in Iowa’s 4th Congressional District
Announced winner of 2025 Congressional App Challenge in Iowa's 4th District.
“I want to congratulate Anneka Singh from Ames High School on winning the 2025 Congressional App Challenge in the 4th District! Her app, called ZeroWaste, helps direct Iowans to local food banks to make donations, ensuring that both perishable and non-perishable food can go to those in need”
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Feenstra Votes to Reduce Costly Regulations on Iowa Small Businesses
Voted for legislation to reduce regulatory burdens on Iowa small businesses.
“Iowa small businesses are the backbone of our Main Streets, support good-paying jobs, and power economic growth in communities of all sizes.”
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President Trump Signs Feenstra Legislation Holding IRS Accountable to Iowa Taxpayers
President Trump signed Feenstra's IRS MATH Act requiring clearer communication of tax-filing errors.
“I’m thrilled that President Trump signed my bill to hold the IRS accountable to Iowa taxpayers. For too long, the IRS has caused headaches and confusion when a taxpayer makes a fixable mistake on their taxes, providing no explanation as to why a refund is different than expected, or how to correct an error”
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Supported House passage of five bipartisan bills to assist small businesses.
“Small businesses are the backbone of our Main Streets and keep our communities strong and vibrant. In Iowa alone, small businesses employ the vast majority of Iowans, delivering good-paying jobs, driving investment in our communities, and powering economic growth across our state’s 99 counties.”
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Feenstra, Iowa Delegation Urges CMS to Approve Iowa’s Rural Health Transformation Application
Urged CMS to approve Iowa's Rural Health Transformation Program application.
“Earlier this year, President Trump and Republicans passed the largest investment in rural healthcare in U.S. history. We delivered $50 billion for rural hospitals and rural health, ensuring that our families, veterans, and seniors can get the high-quality care they need when they need it”
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Feenstra, Hinson Introduce Legislation to Lower Fertilizer Costs for Iowa Farmers
Introduced bill requiring USDA study of fertilizer market factors and input costs.
“As I'm traveling across the 4th District, Iowa farmers continue to tell me that the biggest barrier to farm profitability is high input costs.”
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Feenstra Leads Legislation to Help Students Comprehend Full Cost of Student Loans
Introduced bill requiring student loan cost transparency before acceptance.
“As a father of four, ensuring that our kids can pursue educational opportunities and build a future career is important to me. Whether it’s community college or a four-year university, students need to fully understand the cost of taking out student loans, especially the amount of their interest payments.”
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Feenstra Votes to Deliver Stronger Benefits for Iowa Veterans
Voted for bill increasing veterans disability and VA benefits with cost-of-living adjustments.
“Our veterans are American heroes who have made incredible sacrifices to defend our families and communities. They fought to protect our freedoms, defend our flag, and ensure that our nation remains free — yet they never seek recognition or praise.”
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Feenstra Votes to End Democrat Shutdown and Reopen Government
Voted to end shutdown, criticizing Democrats for prioritizing healthcare for illegal immigrants.
“It’s shameful that Democrats kept the government shut down all to give free healthcare to illegal immigrants and spend $1.5 trillion we don’t have. They forced our troops, border patrol agents, and Air Traffic Controllers to work without pay and hurt our farmers during harvest season to push their out-of-touch agenda”
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Led Iowa delegation urging full funding for Air National Guard construction projects.
“I’m proud to lead the full Iowa delegation in urging leadership in the Senate and House Armed Services Committees to fully fund military construction projects at the 185th Air Refueling Wing in Sioux City as part of the final National Defense Authorization Act. This is the first time in U.S.”
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My weekly column: President Trump delivers important wins for Iowa farmers
Praised Trump administration's support for Iowa farmers and critical minerals policy.
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Feenstra Applauds President Trump for Adding Phosphate and Potash to Final Critical Minerals List
Praised President Trump for adding phosphate and potash to the Critical Minerals List.
“I’m grateful to President Trump for delivering for Iowa farmers and adding both phosphate and potash to the final Critical Minerals List. This is a request that I helped lead to ensure that our farmers have access to the affordable inputs they need to feed and fuel our country and the world”
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Led letter to EPA supporting renewable fuel standard rule and biofuel support.
“President Trump and his administration have done great work to lower prices at the pump for American families.”
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Feenstra and Iowa Delegation Demand Schumer End Democrat Shutdown
Joined Iowa delegation demanding Senate Democrats pass continuing resolution to end shutdown.
“In September, Republicans did our job and voted to keep the government open for Iowans. Unfortunately, Democrats chose to play politics and shut the government down because they won’t budge on giving free healthcare to illegal immigrants and adding $1.5 trillion to our $37-trillion debt.”
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Feenstra Announces More Than $14.5 Million Returned to Iowans during Telephone Town Hall
Announced office returned more than $14.5 million to Iowa constituents since 2021 through constituent services.
“Delivering exceptional constituent service is a top priority for me and exactly what Iowans deserve. Since 2021, I’m glad to say that our office has returned more than $14.5 million to Iowa taxpayers and delivered for our communities”
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Feenstra Stands with Israel on Somber Two-Year Anniversary of October 7th Attacks
Feenstra issued a statement commemorating the October 7 attacks and supporting Israel.
“Two years ago, Hamas viciously invaded Israel, killed nearly 1,200 innocent Israelis, burned entire communities to the ground, and took hundreds hostage. Hamas is a terrorist organization that has no regard for human life”
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Feenstra Recognizes National Manufacturing Day
Recognized National Manufacturing Day and praised Trump tax cuts for manufacturing jobs.
“Today, we celebrate Manufacturing Day in Iowa and recognize the critical importance of manufacturing to our economy.”
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Called on USDA to relocate Agricultural Research Service projects to Ames, Iowa.
“Iowa serves as a prime location with its unmatched production of food and fuel. Our state has 35.7 million acres of land, more than 85% of which is used for agriculture. Iowa leads the nation in production of corn, soy, swine, beef, biofuels and more.”
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Feenstra Backs Legislation to Pay Troops and Border Patrol Agents during Government Shutdown
Cosponsored legislation to ensure troops and border patrol agents receive pay during government shutdown.
“Almost two weeks ago, alongside my Republican colleagues, I voted to keep the government open so that we could continue the appropriations process and eliminate wasteful spending.”
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Feenstra Announces He Will Forgo Congressional Pay During Government Shutdown
Announced he will forgo congressional pay during government shutdown.
“On September 19th, I voted to keep the government open and prevent a shutdown that would hurt our seniors, veterans, and small businesses. This responsible approach ensures that we can continue the appropriations process, properly steward taxpayer dollars, and cut wasteful government spending from the federal budget”
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