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Linn County: Medicaid transfers accounted for 3.6% of income in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.6% of income in Linn County, providing an average of $2,214 per capita to residents.

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 13, 2025

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Ashley Hinson's pro-family, pro-worker bills advance through House committee

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson's Flexibility for Workers Education Act and the Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act have successfully passed the House Education and Workforce Committee.

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 11, 2025

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No Rogue Rulings Act seeks to curb judicial overreach in district courts

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 10, 2025

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson of Iowa has expressed her support for the No Rogue Rulings Act, following her recent vote in favor of the legislation.

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Hinson backs SAVE Act to prevent noncitizen voting in U.S. elections

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 10, 2025

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, representing Iowa's 2nd District, has voiced her support for the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act.

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Rep. Hinson engages with constituents in Linn and Poweshiek Counties

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 8, 2025

Over the past couple of weeks, Representative Ashley Hinson, a Republican from Iowa, engaged with communities in Linn and Poweshiek Counties.

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Jones County: Residents received $38.44 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 8, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.4% of income in Jones County, providing an average of $1,844 per capita to residents.

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Congresswoman Hinson commends USS Iowa commissioning and crew courage

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 4, 2025

On April 4, 2025, Congresswoman Ashley Hinson honored the commissioning of a new U.S. Navy submarine, the USS Iowa, in a speech on the House Floor.

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Hinson introduces bill to codify Trump's executive order on federal spending

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 3, 2025

In Washington, D.C., Representative Ashley Hinson has introduced legislation aimed at addressing wasteful government spending.

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Washington County: Medicaid dependency reached 2.7% in 2022

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 2, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.7% of income in Washington County, providing an average of $2,141 per capita to residents.

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Hinson and Cotton introduce RIFLE Act to remove $200 firearm tax

By Cedar Rapids Today | Apr 1, 2025

Washington, D.C. - Representative Ashley Hinson from Iowa, alongside Senator Tom Cotton from Arkansas, has introduced the Repealing Illegal Freedom and Liberty Excises (RIFLE) Act.

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Residents of Linn County received $10,324 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it 86th in Iowa

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 31, 2025

In 2022, residents of Linn County received an average of $10,324 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 14th lowest in Iowa.

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Benton County: Medicaid made up 2.6% of total income in 2022

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 28, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.6% of income in Benton County, providing an average of $1,789 per capita to residents.

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In 2022, Benton County ranks 84th among Iowa counties for government transfer income per capita at $10,395

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, residents of Benton County received an average of $10,395 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 16th lowest in Iowa.

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Hinson and Dunn introduce bill targeting China's 'developing nation' status

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 24, 2025

Rep. Ashley Hinson of Iowa and Congressman Neal Dunn of Florida have introduced the Ending China’s Unfair Advantage Act.

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Jones County: Residents received $15.57 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.4% of income in Jones County, providing an average of $747 per capita to residents.

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Congressional art contest opens for IA-02 high school students

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 19, 2025

The office of Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has announced the opening of submissions for the Spring 2025 Congressional Art Competition.

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Rep. Ashley Hinson joins bipartisan House Committee on Ethics

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 18, 2025

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has been appointed to the House Committee on Ethics, a bipartisan committee consisting of ten members.

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Hinson and Cotton propose legislation targeting illegal Chinese police operations in US

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 18, 2025

Rep. Ashley Hinson and Senator Tom Cotton have introduced the Expel Illegal Chinese Police Act, aiming to impose sanctions and increase penalties on Chinese police institutions operating in the United States.

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Jones County residents received $10,902 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 76th in Iowa

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Jones County received an average of $10,902 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 24th lowest in Iowa.

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Washington County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 1% in 2022

By Cedar Rapids Today | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1% of income in Washington County, providing an average of $782 per capita to residents.