River Bend Times

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, who represents Iowa’s 1st district in the U.S. Congress, marked Labor Day and Suicide Awareness Month with a series of posts on her social media accounts. The congresswoman highlighted the contributions of workers across Iowa and addressed ongoing concerns regarding mental health, particularly among veterans and first responders.

On September 1, 2025, Miller-Meeks posted: "Happy Labor Day! From family farms to shop floors, job sites to main streets, today we celebrate the hardworking men and women who keep our communities strong. Grateful for the grit, skill, and spirit that power Iowa and America."

Later that day, she acknowledged specific groups vital to maintaining infrastructure in Iowa: "This Labor Day, I’m especially grateful for the linemen and groups like @IBEW and @ITCGRID who keep the lights on across Iowa. Thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill, we’ve delivered historic investments in trade schools to train the next generation of skilled workers who will"

On September 2, 2025, Miller-Meeks turned attention to mental health awareness: "September is Suicide Awareness Month, a time to remember those we’ve lost and support those still struggling. This crisis hits especially hard for our veterans, correctional officers, and law enforcement professionals who sacrifice so much in service to others. I remain"

Miller-Meeks has served as a member of Congress since 2021 after replacing Dave Loebsack. Before her tenure in Washington D.C., she was an Iowa state senator from 2019 until her election to Congress. Born in Herlong, California in 1955 and currently residing in Le Claire, Miller-Meeks holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Christian University.