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EDA awards $210,000 in grants for economic development projects in Linn County in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $210,000 in grants for economic development projects in Linn County, Iowa.

By Cedar Rapids Today | Jan 20, 2025

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Hinson backs bill on national concealed carry reciprocity

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson of Iowa's 2nd District has announced her support as an original co-sponsor for the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act.

By Cedar Rapids Today | Jan 16, 2025

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Congresswoman Hinson supports act targeting illegal aliens with violent records

By Cedar Rapids Today | Jan 16, 2025

Today, Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) announced the passage of the Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act.

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Hinson continues role on House Appropriations subcommittees

By Cedar Rapids Today | Jan 15, 2025

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson from Iowa's 2nd District has announced her continued role on key subcommittees within the House Appropriations Committee.

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Hinson supports new bill protecting women's sports from gender identity changes

By Cedar Rapids Today | Jan 14, 2025

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson of Iowa's 2nd District expressed her support for the recently passed H.R. 28, known as the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act.

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Hinson supports bill denying remote workers' locality pay

By Cedar Rapids Today | Jan 14, 2025

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson from Iowa's 2nd District has taken a stance against location-based pay raises for federal employees who do not work in the office.

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Ashley Hinson praises Governor Kim Reynolds' policies during State address

By Cedar Rapids Today | Jan 14, 2025

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson from Iowa's 2nd district has expressed strong support for Governor Kim Reynolds' recent Condition of the State address.

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Congresswoman Hinson supports new legislation targeting criminal illegal aliens

By Cedar Rapids Today | Jan 7, 2025

Today, Congresswoman Ashley Hinson expressed her support for the recently passed Laken Riley Act.

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Ashley Hinson begins new term representing Iowa's Second District

By Cedar Rapids Today | Jan 3, 2025

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has been sworn in to continue representing Iowa's Second District in the 119th Congress.

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Hinson questions DC Mayor Bowser on crime and immigration policies

By Cedar Rapids Today | Dec 12, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Representative Ashley Hinson of Iowa's 2nd Congressional District questioned D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser during a House Appropriations hearing.

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Hinson supports FY25 NDAA focusing on defense funding cuts

By Cedar Rapids Today | Dec 11, 2024

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson of Iowa's 2nd District has expressed her support for the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

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Sophie Seid named new chief of staff by Congresswoman Ashley Hinson

By Cedar Rapids Today | Dec 10, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has announced a change in her office's leadership for the upcoming 119th Congress.

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Congresswoman Hinson honors Ernest Topness for six decades of postal service

By Cedar Rapids Today | Dec 7, 2024

Today, Congresswoman Ashley Hinson honored Ernest Topness for his long-standing service in Cedar Rapids. Mr. Topness, a veteran and USPS mail carrier, recently retired after 65 years on the job, making him the second longest-serving mail carrier...

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House passes bill targeting China's alleged trade violations

By Cedar Rapids Today | Dec 3, 2024

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Congresswoman Ashley Hinson's bipartisan Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act.

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Ashley Hinson emphasizes rural healthcare access on Rural Health Day

By Cedar Rapids Today | Nov 22, 2024

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson of Iowa's 2nd District marked Rural Health Day by releasing a video statement emphasizing her commitment to improving health care access for rural Iowans, with a particular focus on maternal health.

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Hinson supports bill ensuring full retirement benefits for Iowa public servants

By Cedar Rapids Today | Nov 13, 2024

Today, Congresswoman Ashley Hinson of Iowa's 2nd District expressed her support for the House passage of the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act.

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Hinson and Ernst seek improved contraceptive access in rural Iowa

By Cedar Rapids Today | Oct 25, 2024

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson and Senator Joni Ernst have taken steps to address the availability of contraception in rural areas, focusing on ensuring access to safe and effective birth control for Iowa families.

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Hinson supports USPS decision to keep mail processing in Waterloo

By Cedar Rapids Today | Oct 23, 2024

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has addressed the recent decision by the United States Postal Service (USPS) regarding postal operations in Waterloo.

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Hinson discusses election security with Benton County auditor

By Cedar Rapids Today | Oct 22, 2024

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson and Benton County Auditor Hayley Rippel engaged in a live discussion focusing on election security in Iowa. The event addressed topics such as early and absentee voting, alongside the state's measures to ensure election integrity. These efforts are aimed at facilitating the voting process while preventing fraudulent activities.

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Hinson introduces bill targeting improved birth control access in rural areas

By Cedar Rapids Today | Oct 10, 2024

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has introduced new legislation focused on improving birth control options for women living in rural areas. The bill, known as the Access to LARCs Act, aims to address disparities in access to long-acting reversible contraception (LARCs) for women who rely on community health centers (CHCs) in regions often referred to as "health care deserts."