U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Waterloo)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Waterloo)
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2024 Congressional Art Competition Open to IA-02 Students
Washington, D.C. - The Office of Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) has announced the opening of submissions for the Spring 2024 Congressional Art Competition. This nationwide high school arts competition offers students from the Second Congressional District in Iowa a platform to display their artistic abilities."Every Spring, the Congressional Art Competition provides young Iowa artists with the opportunity to showcase their talent. I encourage students across the district to participate and I look forward to seeing your submissions!" expressed Congresswoman Ashley...
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Hinson: Criticizes Biden's Policies and Foresees Republican Leadership in the White House
Washington - Rep. Ashley Hinson (IA-02) criticized President Joe Biden's policies in a video statement following his State of the Union address. Hinson highlighted the contrast between Biden's agenda and the Republican approach, expressing her dissatisfaction with the current administration.In her statement, Congresswoman Ashley Hinson directly addressed President Biden's performance, stating, "Joe Biden's mind isn't the only thing failing, his policies are failing us too." She emphasized the differences between the two parties, citing "the failed Biden agenda of open...
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Hinson Announces Mason City Chief of Police Jeff Brinkley as State of the Union Guest
Rep. Ashley Hinson (IA-02) has announced that Mason City Chief of Police, Jeff Brinkley, will be her guest at the State of the Union on March 7, 2024."I am excited to join Congresswoman Hinson in Washington this week to highlight the devastating consequences of the White House’s policy decisions related to the border and the ways our officers are working to keep Iowans safe as it impacts us each day. Though Mason City is thousands of miles from the Southern Border, our community is impacted, and our officers are working vigilantly to protect Iowans from the influx of...
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Congresswoman Ashley Hinson: Biden's 'Check the Box' Border Visit
Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has strongly criticized President Biden and sanctuary city jurisdictions for their role in allowing criminal aliens to roam freely in the United States, leading to tragic incidents such as the murder of University of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. Hinson expressed her dismay, stating, "Laken Riley should be alive today. This was a preventable tragedy; her blood is on the hands of President Biden and sanctuary city jurisdictions who carelessly released this criminal alien into our communities."Hinson highlighted the broader implications of...
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Hinson Statement on Cyber Outage
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) issued a statement regarding the cyber outage that occurred on February 23, 2024. Hinson highlighted concerns over the Chinese Communist Party's activities in hacking critical systems in the U.S."We are still determining the cause of today's widespread cyber outage that impacted many Iowans and Americans. As we learn more, this incident should serve as a wake-up call that our foreign adversaries, including the Chinese Communist Party, are actively working to hack into U.S. water systems, electric grids, and other...
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Hinson Continues to Champion Rural Maternal Care
Washington, D.C. - Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02) is actively working towards improving maternal care for rural women in Iowa. Last week, she visited the MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center and the Waverly Health Center to discuss ways to enhance rural maternal health care. During her visit, Hinson had the opportunity to meet with healthcare providers and women who have experienced high-risk pregnancies and stillbirth."When I came to Congress, I set out to ensure that those living in rural areas have access to the same quality healthcare as those in urban areas, especially...
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Hinson Statement on 'Volt Typhoon' Cybersecurity Advisory
Washington, D.C. - Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02), a Member of the Select Committee on Competition with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), has issued a statement regarding the joint cybersecurity advisory that was recently released. The advisory highlights the alarming access that Chinese state-sponsored hackers have gained to critical U.S. systems and infrastructure.In her statement, Rep. Hinson emphasizes the seriousness of the situation, stating, "I strongly urge everyone to take note of new intelligence revealing the growing threat CCP hacking poses to the U.S. Volt...
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Congresswoman Hinson Supports Impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas
Washington, D.C. - In a video statement released today, Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) expressed her support for the effort to impeach Department of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. The Congresswoman described the impeachment as a necessary step to protect Americans from the growing crisis at the Southern Border.According to Congresswoman Hinson, Secretary Mayorkas has willfully and systematically undermined immigration laws and lied to Congress and the American people at every turn. She stated, "He is complicit in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of...
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Hinson Leads Letter to President Biden Urging Action to Restore Secure Border Policies
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02) and more than 60 of her colleagues have penned a letter to President Joe Biden, urging him to reverse the executive actions that have undermined U.S. border security and immigration enforcement. The letter emphasizes the need to address the crisis at the Southern Border, which has seen record levels of illegal immigration and drugs entering the country.In the letter, Congresswoman Hinson criticizes President Biden for his approach to the border crisis, accusing him of gaslighting the American people. She highlights...
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Hinson Co-Leads Bipartisan Bill to Protect U.S. Farmland from Foreign Ownership
Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02) has taken a stand to protect American farmland from foreign ownership. Together with Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE-02) and other lawmakers, Hinson has introduced the AFIDA Improvements Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at improving the process of tracking purchases of U.S. agricultural land by foreign entities. This legislation comes in response to a recent report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) that highlighted the lack of oversight by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in combatting foreign ownership of agricultural land,...
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Congresswoman Ashley Hinson: Ensuring Accountability for Opioid Settlement Funds
The opioid epidemic has had devastating effects on individuals across the nation, regardless of their background. With fentanyl becoming the leading cause of death for young Americans, urgent action is needed to address this crisis. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has been listening to the heart-wrenching stories of families in Eastern Iowa who have lost loved ones to overdose. She understands the fear of parents who worry about the infiltration of synthetic opioids in their communities and schools. As over $55 billion in settlement funds are being allocated to states,...
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Hinson Statement on Mayorkas Impeachment Progress
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) has expressed her support for the impeachment proceedings against Alejandro N. Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The House Homeland Security Committee is currently marking up articles of impeachment against Mayorkas for high crimes and misdemeanors.Hinson's call for Mayorkas to resign dates back to 2021 when she accused him of lying about the release of illegal immigrants into the United States. Since then, Hinson believes that Mayorkas has continued to be dishonest, stating, "At this...
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Hinson: Governor Abbott has Authority to Secure the Border
Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) has called on Governor Abbott (R-TX) to continue his efforts in Texas to secure the border. In a statement released today, Hinson criticized the Biden Administration for failing to enforce current immigration laws and for incentivizing illegal immigration.According to Hinson, the crisis at the Southern Border has reached a breaking point and can be described as a "full-scale invasion invited by the Biden Administration's open border policies." She believes that Governor Abbott has the authority to protect Texans and Americans from this...
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Congresswoman Ashley Hinson Advocates for Pregnant Students' Rights
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) recently addressed the House Floor to advocate for her Pregnant Students' Rights Act. In her impassioned speech, Hinson emphasized the importance of supporting pregnant students and ensuring they have access to resources and accommodations during their education."As a mom of two, this issue is personal to me," Hinson stated. "When you’re pregnant, there are a million questions racing through your head. From doctors’ appointments to new financial responsibilities, pregnant students have so much on their plate as they...
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Hinson Backs Bipartisan Effort to Address Nationwide Physician Shortage
Jan 18 2024Washington, DC – Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02) has joined forces with Congressman Troy Nehls (R-TX-22) and Congressman Brad Schneider (D-IL-10) to introduce the bipartisan Districting Our Country’s Transfer of Residency Slots (DOCTORS) Act. The purpose of this act is to tackle the nationwide physician shortage by reallocating unused waivers from the Conrad 30 waiver program to states that have used their maximum number of waivers.The Conrad 30 waiver program allows foreign-born medical school graduates who came to the United States on a J-1 visa to...
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Hinson Calls on the USDA to Make Key Risk Management Tools Immediately Available for Iowa Dairy Farmers
Congresswoman Ashley Hinson of Iowa, along with Congressman Randy Feenstra and Congressman Brad Finstad, has sent a letter to Secretary Tom Vilsack and Administrator Zach Ducheneaux of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), urging the Biden administration to open the sign-up period for Iowa dairy farmers to enroll in the 2024 Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program. The DMC program is a crucial risk management tool for American dairy farmers, providing protection against inflation and market uncertainty.In their letter, the lawmakers emphasized the importance of the DMC...
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Hinson's Pregnant Students' Rights Act Passes House
Washington, D.C. - The Pregnant Students' Rights Act, introduced by Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, has successfully passed the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation aims to support and empower pregnant women on college campuses, ensuring that they are not pressured into having an abortion and are provided with the necessary resources to continue their education and pregnancy.In her floor remarks on the bill, Congresswoman Hinson emphasized the importance of providing support to pregnant women on college campuses. She stated, "Pregnant women on college campuses...
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Hinson Scores A+ on SBA Pro-Life Scorecard
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) has been recognized for her strong commitment to the pro-life cause. She has received an A+ rating on the Susan B. Anthony (SBA) Pro-Life Scorecard for her efforts in championing pro-life legislation and initiatives during the first session of the 118th Congress.In a statement, Congresswoman Hinson expressed her gratitude for the recognition, saying, "I am honored to receive an A+ score from SBA Pro-Life for my unwavering commitment to defend life. Being pro-life means valuing life at all stages, and I will continue...
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Hinson, Kaptur Introduce Bipartisan Effort to Ensure Settlements Are Used to Address Opioid Crisis
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) and Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) have introduced the bipartisan Opioid Settlement Accountability Act, a new legislation aimed at ensuring that the funds received by states from opioid settlements are effectively used to combat the epidemic. The bill emphasizes the importance of directing these funds towards treatment, prevention, education, and enforcement efforts.In a statement, Congresswoman Ashley Hinson highlighted the urgent need for action, stating, "The deadly opioid epidemic continues to devastate families...
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Hinson Announces 2023 Congressional App Challenge Winners
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) recently revealed the winners of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for Iowa's 2nd Congressional District. Varun Pradeep and Erich Nguyen, students from Linn-Mar High School, emerged victorious with their innovative app called "Magnify."The app, developed by Pradeep and Nguyen, aims to simplify the process of selecting elective courses for students. With Magnify, students can effortlessly sort available electives based on subject or grade level, allowing them to effectively plan their desired course schedule. This...