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Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, M.D., a U.S. Congress member representing Iowa's 1st district, shared insights from her recent engagements and achievements through a series of tweets. Her posts highlighted meetings with health organizations, visits to local facilities, and congratulations to a new leader in the agricultural sector.

On March 13, 2025, Rep. Miller-Meeks reported on a meeting with the CDC Foundation where she reconnected with Dr. Judy Monroe, Indiana's former state health commissioner. They discussed significant topics including public health reform and strategies for rebuilding trust in healthcare systems. "Had a productive meeting with the CDC Foundation, reconnecting with Dr. Judy Monroe, Indiana's former state health commissioner. We discussed public health reform, strategies for rebuilding trust in our systems, and how they are funded."

Later that day, she expressed enthusiasm following her visit to Nordex's training facilities in West Branch, Iowa. She praised their efforts in providing high-quality training and competitive wages within the energy sector to retain jobs locally in Iowa. "Had a wonderful visit to Nordex's state-of-the-art training facilities in West Branch, IA! It's inspiring to see how they provide top-notch training and competitive pay in the energy sector, ensuring that good jobs stay right here in Iowa."

On March 14, 2025, Rep. Miller-Meeks congratulated Rob Brenneman from Washington County on his appointment as President Elect of the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC). She expressed her eagerness to collaborate with him to advocate for Iowa’s interests."Congrats Rob Brenneman of Washington County on being named @NPPC President Elect. I look forward to working with him to advocate for Iowa!"