Des Moines Sun

Senator Chuck Grassley, a Republican representing Iowa and known for his annual 99-county meetings across the state, shared updates on recent stops via social media. In posts dated August 13, 2025, Grassley described discussions with Iowans about a range of policy issues at three different locations.

In a post from Storm Lake, Grassley wrote: "Q&A at Nutra-Tech in Storm Lake 36ppl issues: recess appointments farm bill values bipartisanship carbon pipeline prop12 Durham/Clinton annex immigration media bias etc #99countymeetings https://t.co/5383ezMhrO" (August 13, 2025).

Later that day in Odebolt, he reported: "Delicious pot roast lunch made by Kathi in Odebolt at Lundell Plastics 13ppl issues: commodity prices E15 endangerment rule carbon pipeline domestic mfg etc #99countymeetings https://t.co/7DcFXyL95g" (August 13, 2025).

Grassley also referenced an earlier meeting with students in Hastings: "Frm yesterday post didn’t go thru: Q&A w students at SW Iowa Technical Career Hub (SWITCH) in Hastings 33ppl issues: mental health in schools workforce Pell grants thx for ur help w disaster response child care affordability PBMs Medicare MAHA etc #99countymeetings https://t.co/FPft9L4wjm" (August 13, 2025).

These events are part of Grassley's long-standing tradition of visiting all Iowa counties each year to hear directly from constituents. The topics discussed reflect ongoing national and local debates such as agricultural policy, energy regulations like E15 fuel standards, education funding through Pell grants, and concerns about health care and the workforce. Grassley's meetings often serve as a platform for residents to voice their opinions on federal policies affecting rural communities.