Federal Advocacy

Your Voice at the Federal Level

The League also engages in advocacy at the federal level, including monitoring of federal legislation with the potential to impact the cities of Iowa, lobbying of the state’s congressional delegation and working closely with the National League of Cities to coordinate federal advocacy efforts.

Congressional Districts

Iowa is divided into four congressional districts and represented by the U.S. House of Representatives.

Rep Ashley Hinson

District 1
Republican
Since January 3, 2021
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Rep Mariannette Miller-Meeks

District 2
Republican
Since January 3, 2021
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Rep Cindy Axne

District 3
Democrat
Since January 3, 2019
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Rep Randy Feenstra

District 4
Republican
Since January 3, 2021
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Senator Charles Grassley

Republican
Since January 5, 1981
Next Election in 2022

Senator Joni Ernst

Republican
Since January 6, 2015
Next Election in 2026

Other Federal Resources

These various resources can help you make your voice on important legislation that may impact your city.

The Federal Register is the official daily publication for rules, proposed rules, and notices of Federal agencies and organizations, as well as executive orders and other presidential documents.

The National League of Cities is an organization comprised of city officials that are focused on improving the quality of life for their current and future residents.

The State and Local Legal Center is a resource to states and local governments on the Supreme Court.

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