<body><div>As a physician, veteran, and representative of Iowa’s First Congressional District, I have spent my time in Congress focused on delivering results for the people I represent.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1jM7KM_1FTGOY7g00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1jM7KM_1FTGOY7g00" width="1200" height="1242" ><figcaption>Scott Hamilton and Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks. Courtesy of the office of Mariannette Miller-Meeks</figcaption></figure>But delivering results is only part of the job. Iowans deserve to know what their representative has accomplished and what they are fighting for next.That is why I am launching my Playbook for America, a new roadmap for the work ahead.The Playbook lays out five priorities that will guide my work in Congress: putting Iowans first, lowering costs for working families, expanding access to affordable health care, backing those who protect us, eliminating government waste, fraud and corruption and restoring trust in Washington.These priorities build on the work we have already accomplished, but this is not a victory lap. It is a roadmap for what comes next and a clear picture of what I am still fighting to accomplish.Pillar 1: Iowa first. Always.Everything I do in Washington starts with one question: how does this affect Iowans?<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=48DjAd_1FTGOY7g00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=48DjAd_1FTGOY7g00" width="480" height="600" ><figcaption>Mariannette Miller-Meeks</figcaption></figure>That means backing our farmers, supporting Iowa communities, fighting the cancer epidemic and making sure federal resources come home. This year alone, I have helped bring $27 million in federal dollars to southeast Iowa. My office has also handled more than 100,000 constituent contacts and helped more than 2,700 Iowans navigate federal issues.Iowa will remain at the center of everything I do.Pillar 2: Lower costs for working families.I know Iowa families are feeling the pressure of higher costs. Families deserve to keep more of what they earn.That is why I fought for the Working Families Tax Cuts, including a $6,000 deduction for qualifying seniors, deductions for qualified tips and overtime and an increased Child Tax Credit of $2,200 per child.I have also supported year-round E15 and legislation to make housing more affordable.The work is not finished. Lowering everyday costs remains a central priority.Pillar 3: Affordable and accessible health care.As a physician, I have seen firsthand what happens when patients cannot afford medicine or cannot access the care they need.That is why I led the Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act to expand Medicare coverage for multi-cancer early detection tests. Catching cancer earlier can give patients more treatment options and a better chance at beating the disease. I have also fought to restore funding for the Iowa Cancer Registry, which provides critical data to help us better understand cancer and improve cancer care across our state.I have also worked to invest in rural health care, advance the EARLY Act and help children with complex conditions access out-of-state specialists more quickly.I also supported a $35 Medicare insulin cap and am working to extend a $35 insulin cap to Americans with private insurance.The work ahead includes lowering premiums, increasing prescription drug transparency and fighting Medicaid fraud and waste.Pillar 4: Back law enforcement and eliminate government fraud.As a 24-year veteran, I understand the responsibility that comes with putting on a uniform.Our law enforcement officers, first responders and service members deserve our support and the resources to do their jobs. I have supported law enforcement recruitment and training, protections for trafficking victims and policies that strengthen public safety.Protecting Americans also means protecting their tax dollars. I led the bipartisan Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act to increase transparency around federal projects that blow through their budgets or fall years behind schedule.Pillar 5: Restore trust in government.The American people have lost faith in Washington, and elected officials have a responsibility to earn that trust back.I believe members of Congress should answer to their constituents, not their stock portfolios. I support banning members of Congress from trading individual stocks, and neither my husband nor I own any individual stocks.I will continue fighting for financial transparency, responsible spending, an end to government fraud, and accountability in Washington.The goal of the Playbook for America is simple: put Iowans first and deliver results.I am proud of what we have accomplished, but I am not finished. There is more work to do to lower costs, expand access to care, support Iowa workers and farmers, protect our communities, eliminate waste and restore accountability in Washington.This is the roadmap for that work.And I will keep fighting for Iowans every step of the way.Had a nice meeting with the Iowa Automobile Dealers Association, which represents over 98% of franchised new car and truck dealers in Iowa, to hear directly from auto dealers about their businesses, employees, and priorities for the industry and how we can support their continued success in the automobile industry.Great meeting with the Iowa Cattlemen’s Leadership Program to discuss capital access for young and new farmers, grazing availability, and supporting the longevity of Iowa’s cattle industry.It was wonderful to hear firsthand how important it is to support the next generation of farmers as they enter the agricultural industry.Had the pleasure of meeting with Scott Hamilton of the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation, an organization committed to revolutionizing cancer care by funding cutting-edge, patient-focused research. Scott is a cancer survivor himself and continues to be a strong advocate for advancing cancer care and research.As an ophthalmologist, it was wonderful meeting with NAEVR Emerging Vision Scientists, including University of Iowa PhD researcher Sahi Nandin Wuppukondur, to discuss funding for the National Eye Institute, supporting the Peer Reviewed Research program, and advancing vision research.Appreciated the opportunity to meet with the Iowa Farm Bureau Ag Leaders Program to discuss Farm Bill priorities, finding ways to lower agricultural input costs, and advancing policies that give Iowa farmers the tools they need to succeed.Enjoyed meeting with Iowa members of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers to discuss the priorities of our state’s manufacturers and the important role they play in supporting good-paying jobs, strengthening communities, and growing Iowa’s economy.Met with Benjamin Skinner, who works at Microbac Laboratories in Newton and is a representative of the Electrical Generating Systems Association, to talk about workforce support, permitting reforms, and the importance of critical infrastructure.Nice meeting with the Reserve Organization of America and Marine Corps Reserve Association to discuss giving our Reserve forces the tools they need to recruit, retain, and train public health talent.Our Reserves are critical to keeping our nation prepared and secure.Great meeting with the Iowa Pork Producers to discuss passing the Farm Bill, Prop 12, and expanding access to markets through strong trade policy.As a mother and grandmother, I was honored to receive recognition by Moms for America Action for my record of standing up for mothers and families, expanding access to maternal health care, and strengthening resources for Iowa families.Visited the University of Northern Iowa to celebrate the opening of the Chuck and Barbara Grassley Center and honor the Grassleys’ commitment to civic education and public service.</div></body>

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