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Hinson Leads Effort to Delist Chinese Military Companies from U.S. Stock Exchanges

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 16, 2024

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson of Iowa has taken a stand against the listing of Chinese Military companies on U.S. stock exchanges. In a letter addressed to Nasdaq's Chair and CEO, Adena Friedman, Hinson expressed her concerns regarding the connection of these companies to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the People’s Liberation Army (PLA).Hinson specifically pointed out the case of Hesai Group, a Chinese Military company that has been listed on the NASDAQ since early 2023. She highlighted that Hesai Group controls 47% of the global market share for LiDAR technology,...

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Hinson Leads Bipartisan Bill to Prevent China From Controlling America's Food Supply Chain

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 15, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Ashley Hinson and Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin have introduced the Securing American Agriculture Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at safeguarding the American food and agriculture supply chain from Chinese influence. Hinson emphasized the critical need for this legislation, stating, "China has captured significant market share for agricultural inputs that are vital to our domestic food supply, ceding our top adversary leverage and control."Slotkin echoed the sentiment, highlighting the importance of food security as national security. She...

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Cedar Rapids Today area weekly mass times

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the Cedar Rapids Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Census Bureau: 75.1% of people in Washington County were old enough to vote in 2021

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 12, 2024

Of the 22,525 citizens living in Washington County in 2021, 75.1% were old enough to vote, equating to 16,909 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Cedar Rapids Today area weekly mass times

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 6, 2024

The following parishes in the Cedar Rapids Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Census Bureau: 76.6% of people in Benton County were old enough to vote in 2021

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 5, 2024

Of the 25,654 citizens living in Benton County in 2021, 76.6% were old enough to vote, equating to 19,638 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Discussion on No FAMS at the Border Act Raises Concerns

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 2, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) and Air Marshal National Council (AMNC) President David Londo engaged in a discussion regarding the No FAMS at the Border Act during a virtual conversation series, "On the Record." The focus of the conversation was on the concerns surrounding the diversion of Federal Air Marshals (FAMS) to the Southern Border by the Biden Administration.During the discussion, AMNC President Londo expressed the safety concerns arising from the diversion of FAMS to administrative duties at the Southern Border, leaving commercial flights...

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FDA conducted inspections of 5 companies in cities located in Washington County in 2023

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 31, 2024

There were five companies in cities associated with Washington County that received five FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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On Saturday, March 30, former George Washington High School Hannah Stuelke collegiate team won in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 31, 2024

The game took place in Albany, New York.

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On Saturday, March 30 former Mount Vernon High School Keaton Kutcher competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 31, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 3 seed.

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Linn County cities: 12 companies received FDA inspections in 2023

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 30, 2024

There were 12 companies in cities associated with Linn County that received 12 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Cedar Rapids Today area weekly mass times

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 30, 2024

The following parishes in the Cedar Rapids Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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How many people were old enough to vote in Linn County during 2021?

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 29, 2024

Of the 228,567 citizens living in Linn County in 2021, 76.7% were old enough to vote, equating to 175,272 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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5 companies in cities within Jones County received five inspections in 2023

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 29, 2024

There were five companies in cities associated with Jones County that received five FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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PHOTOS: Hinson Highlights Impacts of Border Crisis in Iowa

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 29, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02) embarked on her 22 County Tour to shed light on the impacts of the border crisis in Iowa. During her visits in Worth, Mitchell, and Winneshiek Counties, Hinson addressed the pressing issue that has been resonating with Iowans."The crisis at our Southern Border is the top issue I hear about from Iowans. While Biden continues to ignore this self-made crisis, I went straight to the Iowans on the frontlines to hear more about the dangers the open border poses to our communities. For example, cartel-connected drug cases...

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Rep. Hinson in The Washington Times: California shouldn't dictate how Iowa farmers do their job

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 29, 2024

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, in an article published in The Washington Times, expressed her disagreement with the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold California's Proposition 12, a law imposing strict animal housing requirements. Hinson emphasized the need for Congress to intervene to address the challenges faced by farmers due to Prop 12, stating, "I do agree Congress can and should act to rectify the burdens Prop 12 has imposed on interstate commerce."Hinson introduced legislation aimed at preventing states from imposing production standards on agricultural...

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Keaton Kutcher, former Mount Vernon High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 28 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 29, 2024

The Illinois Fighting Illini won 72-69.

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How many companies in cities in Benton County received FDA inspections in 2023?

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 28, 2024

There were two companies in cities associated with Benton County that received two FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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On Monday, March 25, former George Washington High School Hannah Stuelke collegiate team won in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 26, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 1 seed.

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On Saturday, March 23 former George Washington High School Hannah Stuelke competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 24, 2024

The Iowa Hawkeyes won 91-65.