South DSM News

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, M.D., currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Iowa's 1st district, shared a series of updates on her official Twitter account. Her posts reflect her engagement with both national leadership and local community issues.

On February 17, 2025, Rep. Miller-Meeks commemorated the birthdays of past Presidents Washington and Lincoln, highlighting their leadership and acknowledging President Biden's role in maintaining the democratic experiment. She stated, "Today we pause to acknowledge the birthdays and leadership of great past Presidents Washington and Lincoln and @POTUS keeping alive this great experiment."

The following day, on February 18, 2025, she reported a productive meeting at the Washington County YMCA. The visit included discussions on affordable childcare and recognition of the YMCA's contributions to rural communities by providing essential services such as health, education, and entertainment. She remarked, "Had a great meeting with the team at the Washington County YMCA! We toured the facility and discussed key topics like the need for affordable childcare. The YMCA is a valuable resource in our rural communities, providing health, education, and entertainment options to residents."

Later that day, Rep. Miller-Meeks announced her intention to reintroduce legislation related to an IVF tax credit aimed at supporting mothers and families. She expressed enthusiasm about this development from President Biden’s administration: "Great news from @POTUS! I am re-introducing my IVF tax credit bill to continue our mission of empowering mothers and families."