River Bend Times

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, M.D., a current member of the U.S. Congress representing Iowa's 1st district, has taken to social media to discuss legislative initiatives aimed at boosting American manufacturing and employment. In a series of tweets posted on July 9, 2025, she highlights the key features of what she refers to as "The One Big Beautiful Bill."

In her first tweet "Made in America is back! The One Big Beautiful Bill rewards businesses that hire American workers and produce goods right here at home." Rep. Miller-Meeks underscores the bill's focus on incentivizing domestic production and employment.

Following up with another post "The One Big Beautiful Bill rewards you for buying Made in America. If your new car is assembled in the U.S., you can deduct the interest on your auto loan, up to $10,000 a year." she details tax benefits available to consumers who purchase vehicles assembled domestically.

In her final tweet of the day "The One Big Beautiful Bill brings American manufacturing back home. 100% bonus depreciation means Iowa manufacturers can fully expense new equipment, expand operations, and hire more workers, right here in the heartland." Rep. Miller-Meeks emphasizes provisions for manufacturers that allow for full expensing of new equipment investments.

Mariannette Miller-Meeks has been serving in Congress since 2021 after succeeding Dave Loebsack. Her tenure follows her previous role as an Iowa State Senator from 2019 to 2021. Born in Herlong, California in 1955 and currently residing in Le Claire, she holds a BSN from Texas Christian University.