The aggressive actions of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) pose an undeniable threat to our national security. Last year, when a Chinese spy balloon flew over the nation’s airspace garnering national news attention, Chinese-state intelligence operations rose to the forefront of national security discussions. While Beijing’s influence operations are not always as obvious, they are […]
Sep 30 2024 | Posted in
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Statesman Academy Training In July, I spent a wonderful week in Washington, D.C. attending the Statesman Academy known in the political field as the nation’s premier in-person training event for Christian legislators. Other Iowa legislators and I received training in biblical worldview and America’s founding principles, in-depth knowledge on crucial policy issues and proven legislative […]
I am so excited to announce these upcoming opportunities to gather together in my House district! Iowa House District 88, which I represent, includes most of Mahaska County, all of Keokuk County and the northern townships of Jefferson County. These meet and greet events provide the opportunity for you and I to have open dialogue; […]
Sep 1 2024 | Posted in
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June was a busy month! I know you all would agree with me that the spring months flew by and here we are…already waiting to celebrate our country’s independence! Since my last newsletter, many significant events have occurred that I am highlighting in this newsletter. As always, I like to be thorough in these updates […]
DAVENPORT — Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) has recently submitted 15 Community Project Funding requests for Iowa’s First Congressional District, marking a step towards addressing a variety of pressing needs across the region. These requests, part of the Fiscal Year 2025 Appropriations, now await approval from the House Appropriations Committee. Among the notable projects is the […]
by Rep. Miller-Meeks This June 4th marks the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre. The anniversary is yet another reminder of the brutality and control exerted by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Beyond the oppression of their own people, we are also reminded of the threat posed by the CCPs infiltration into American institutions. […]
My absentee ballot has finally arrived in the mail, but I’m afraid my ballot won’t be received in the election office in time to be counted! You have several options: • Mail your ballot. Must be postmarked no later than Monday, June 3 and must arrive in the election office before the close of election […]
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) is joining her colleagues in calling on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Drug Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and other necessary agencies to provide public and state agencies with coordinated, up-to-date, and accurate information on the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), […]
May 7 2024 | Posted in
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First day to request an Absentee Ballot is Tuesday, March 26, 2024 and the first day to mail absentee ballots is Wednesday, May 15 for the Primary Election. To obtain an absentee ballot, please go to the Mahaska County’s website www.mahaskacounty.org or the Secretary of State’s website www.sos.state.ia.us/elections and download the Absentee Ballot Request Form. […]
The End of the 90th General Assembly The 90th General Assembly has come to a close. This second session went even faster than the first and no longer will us new legislators be considered “the freshman.” Most of us are well into the thick of campaign season already or are taking a much-needed break back […]
