Friend,

Over the past 40+ days, TSA agents and screeners have been overworked and continue to work without pay, and many American families are facing four-plus hours wait times at airports during spring break travel season. This is just wrong. Having fewer people to protect the homeland at a time like this is an unnecessary risk. Americans across the country feel it back home and are extremely frustrated by these political games.

And here’s something that really doesn’t sit right with me: some Members of Congress are avoiding the chaos they’ve created by getting preferential treatment and skipping the lines at airports.

I teamed up with Senator John Cornyn to introduce legislation to put an end to this perk. Members should face the consequences of inaction. Read some exclusive reporting by Fox News here.

The Washington way of doing things is broken. Iowans deserve better, and I will push relentlessly to get this legislation into law and to get DHS fully funded ASAP.

Best,

Meetings and Conversations with Iowans

This week, I had a good conversation with folks from the Iowa Farm Bureau about what they’re experiencing in agriculture right now. Their feedback is so crucial to my work in Congress. 

I recently helped introduce a new bipartisan bill that would improve price transparency for inputs like fertilizer, requiring USDA to collect and publish data on fertilizer costs on a weekly basis. I will continue to fight for Iowa farmers and advocate for policies that lower ag input costs and keep our ag economy strong.

My team also met with United Way of East Central Iowa and toured a VITA site, where volunteers are helping Iowans file their taxes and keep more of the money they earn. Appreciate all the volunteers—this kind of support goes a long way! 

Naturalization Ceremonies in IA-02

This week, our team attended a naturalization ceremony at the National Czech and Slovak Library in Cedar Rapids. Watching so many new Americans take their oath with pride is such a moving experience. Their journey reflects hard work, sacrifice, and deep commitment to the values that make our country the best in the world. Congratulations to all! 

ICYMI: In the News 

The Courier: Hinson introduces bill to end TSA perks for Congress as airport delays mount

Transportation Today: Legislation would force Congress members to undergo TSA screenings

NBC News: DHS funding fight drags on as Trump orders immediate pay for TSA staff

Ripon Advance: Hinson: No more airport line skipping for members of Congress

Des Moines Register: Ashley Hinson introduces bills aimed at expanding birth control access