Des Moines Sun

Senator Chuck Grassley posted several updates on September 16, 2025, addressing legislative efforts and meetings during his time in Washington, D.C.

In a post made at 20:05 UTC, Grassley highlighted the challenges faced by seniors in rural areas when accessing healthcare. He stated, "For seniors in rural areas it can b easier 2 see a pharmacist than a doctor I reintrod my bipart Pharmacy & Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act w Sen Lujan 2 increase pharmacists’ ability to serve rural residents Help seniors access diabetes mgmt wellness screenings etc" (September 16, 2025). The Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act aims to expand the scope of services pharmacists can provide to patients in underserved communities, including support for chronic disease management and preventive health screenings.

Later that evening at 21:30 UTC, Grassley shared details of a meeting with constituents from Iowa. He wrote, "Met w the Rousers frm Waverly who are in DC 4 their anniversary vacation THX 4 coming by https://t.co/SVCtCHgtyu" (September 16, 2025).

Grassley also addressed maternal health initiatives at 21:37 UTC. In his tweet he said, "Glad 2 see NIH launch consortium 2 reduce risk of stillbirth We must do more 2 prevent stillbirths Im proud sponsor of Stillbirth Prevention & Awareness Day resolution + Healthy Moms & Babies Act + helped pass last yr Maternal & Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act" (September 16, 2025). These measures are part of ongoing national efforts to address maternal and child health outcomes through increased research funding and awareness campaigns.

Grassley has served as a U.S. Senator from Iowa since 1981 and is known for his work on healthcare policy affecting rural Americans and maternal health.