Mr. President, last year, my Republican colleagues and I enacted the Working Families Tax Cut Act, which prevented the largest tax hike in our Nation's history. Not a single Democratic Senator voted for it. This bill made permanent tax reforms that were enacted in 2017 and expanded on that 2017 tax bill, allowing taxpayers to keep more of their hard-earned money. This included provisions that reduced tax bills of individuals and families as well as pro-growth tax policies critical to boosting domestic business and employee wages.
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Chuck Grassley
Senator · Iowa · Republican
Chuck Grassley
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Happy news in the fight against fraud: This week, the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud took steps to stop fraud and to prevent bad actors from gaming ObamaCare. The administration is working to stop fraudulent and improper ObamaCare enrollment. Now, just think, over 600,000 consumers attested to unauthorized enrollment or plan switching. This task force has the potential to save billions in taxpayer dollars. This action will ensure resources are only going to those who are eligible and have signed up or authorized their enrollment.
Mr. President, during our August break from Washington, DC, and the work of the U.S. Senate, I did my Iowa work as a Senator, completing my annual 99 county meetings for the 46th year in a row. I started this tradition in 1981, when I was first elected to the Senate. I wanted Iowans to be assured that I would care about listening to them in every corner of our State and not just during election years. Now, you might ask me: Why would you be in every county every year?
Biography
Chuck Grassley grew up on an Iowa farm and worked in manufacturing before entering public service. First elected as U.S. Senator for Iowa in 1980, Grassley has focused on government oversight, agriculture, and tax policy throughout his tenure. He authored the landmark Whistleblower Protection Act and has served as chair of key committees, including Finance and Judiciary. Known for his rigorous oversight of federal agencies, Grassley approaches legislation with an emphasis on transparency and accountability, consistently prioritizing the interests of Iowans and rural communities.
Education
- M.A. in Political Science, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA1956
- B.A. in Political Science, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA1955
Professional History
U.S. Senator
1981–PresentSenator from Iowa. 8 terms.
U.S. Representative
1975–1981Represented Iowa's 3rd congressional district for 3 terms.
Member, Iowa Legislature
1959–74Farmer
Policy Focus
Crime and Law Enforcement19%
Health8%
Government Operations and Politics6%
Education5%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Chuck Grassley's record in Congress.
Whistleblower Protection
Championed the Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989, strengthening safeguards for federal employees reporting misconduct.
Prescription Drug Pricing
Co-authored the Grassley-Wyden Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act to lower costs for Medicare beneficiaries.
Ethanol and Renewable Fuels
Advanced federal support for ethanol and renewable fuels, benefiting Iowa farmers and the biofuels industry.
Judiciary Committee Leadership
Led bipartisan criminal justice reform efforts, including passage of the First Step Act in 2018.
Committee Assignments
View details →- Senate Committee on the JudiciaryChairman
- Senate Committee on Finance
- Senate Committee on the Budget
- Joint Committee on Taxation
- United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control
- Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
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