Opinion

A historic step toward nationwide year-round E15

Published by admin on Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:53pm

After more than a decade of debate, delay, and Washington gridlock, the House has taken a historic step forward by passing nationwide year-round E15.

Passing a strong farm bill that delivers for rural America

Published by admin on Wed, 05/13/2026 - 7:28pm

When I came to Congress, I was committed to giving farmers, producers, and working families a seat at the table and delivering results for those who make Iowa’

How the DHS funding lapse has strained homeland security

Published by admin on Wed, 05/06/2026 - 7:09pm

The shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has not just been another political dispute happening in Washington—it is a direct threat to the safety and security of the American people at a time

Property Taxes: The House Proposal

Published by admin on Wed, 04/29/2026 - 5:28pm

For several years now, Iowa Republicans have massively cut income and business taxes.

A Historic Investment for the 185th Air Refueling Wing

Published by admin on Wed, 04/29/2026 - 5:27pm

This week marks a victorious step forward for Northwest Iowa and our national security.

The Schultz Perspective

Published by admin on Wed, 04/29/2026 - 5:26pm

We have reached the final segment of the legislative session.  We have passed the second funnel, which concludes mo

The working families tax cuts are delivering real results this tax day

Published by admin on Wed, 04/22/2026 - 11:07am

On April 15, Americans will see the impacts of the Working Families Tax Cuts as they submit their tax filings for the year.

Grassley outlines risks of voter fraud, highlights need for SAVE America Act

Published by admin on Wed, 04/22/2026 - 11:06am

The SAVE America Act has been a discussion for quite a few days on the floor of the United States Senate, and I would like to give my update on that.

President Trump’s Great American Agriculture Celebration signals a new era for farmers

Published by admin on Mon, 04/06/2026 - 1:23pm

Last week, during the Great American Agriculture Ce

My imaginary friend, Cappy

Published by admin on Mon, 04/06/2026 - 1:23pm

When I was a little boy, I had an imaginary playmat

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