Mariannette Miller-Meeks U.S. House of Representatives from Iowa | Official U.S. House Headshot
Mariannette Miller-Meeks U.S. House of Representatives from Iowa | Official U.S. House Headshot
U.S. Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks, who serves Iowa’s 1st district in Congress, highlighted several local initiatives and legislative developments in a series of posts on July 31 and August 1, 2025.
On July 31, Miller-Meeks announced the significance of a new infrastructure project for Jasper County. She wrote, "Jasper County’s new Newton Rail Park is set to be one of the largest economic development opportunities in over 75 years. This project will bring jobs, investment, and growth to Iowa. Thrilled to support this effort!" (July 31, 2025).
Later that day, she shared her experience visiting a long-standing Iowa business: "Great to tour Interpower in Oskaloosa and celebrate their 50th anniversary with founder Bob Wersen. Interpower is a shining example of Iowa innovation, creating good jobs and manufacturing high-quality products right here at home. Congratulations on this milestone!" (July 31, 2025).
On August 1, Miller-Meeks addressed new legislation benefiting families with newborns: "Thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill, every child born after Jan 1, 2025, will receive a $1,000 investment account. Families can contribute up to $5,000 a year tax-free, building a stronger foundation for their child’s future." (August 1, 2025).
Miller-Meeks has represented Iowa's 1st District since replacing Dave Loebsack in Congress in 2021. Before serving in the U.S. House of Representatives she was an Iowa state senator from 2019 to 2021. Born in Herlong, California in 1955 and currently residing in Le Claire at age sixty-seven, Miller-Meeks earned her BSN from Texas Christian University in 1976.
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