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The recent floods that devastated our communities have once again tested our resilience. As I've traveled through towns like Spencer, Rock Valley, Rock Rapids, Cherokee, Sioux Rapids, and Hawarden – witnessing firsthand the destruction of homes, businesses, and crops – I've been struck by the unwavering unity and determination among our neighbors.

On March 29^th, the Biden administration finalized an egregious EPA rule that impacts every truck, tractor, semi, and bus in the United States. This regulation – titled “Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles – Phase 3” – would effectively mandate most new trucks, semis, tractors, and buses manufactured and sold be electric even while these electrified vehicles represent less than 1% of sales nationwide.

Our troops — who sacrifice so much for our communities and nation — deserve the very best that our country can offer. They are heroes who have selflessly answered the call to protect our interests at home and abroad and defend our communities from evil forces across the globe. While America’s servicemembers make real sacrifices to serve our country, their current pay does not reflect this sacrifice.

I recently voted for legislation to change that.

Farmers in Iowa, especially in Iowa’s 4^th Congressional District which I represent in Congress, continue to be devastated by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). Out of the almost 100 million birds that have been affected by HPAI across 48 states since this outbreak began in 2022, nearly 25% have been in my home state – devastating producers, destroying flocks, and impacting entire communities.