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Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn addresses education support, investor rights reform, and agricultural trade

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U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn Representative for Iowa's 3rd District | Official U.S. House headshot

U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn Representative for Iowa's 3rd District | Official U.S. House headshot

Congressman Zach Nunn, who represents Iowa’s 3rd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives, shared several updates on social media this week regarding education, financial reform, and agricultural trade.

On September 21, 2025, Nunn highlighted his engagement with local families and educators: "This week, I sat down with Iowa parents and staff from Head Start. They’re making sure every child — no matter their background — has every chance to succeed both in school and in life. Grateful for their work and voices in Washington fighting to give every child a chance."

Later that day, he addressed concerns about investor rights and financial transparency: "Robo-voting lets Wall Street insiders silence everyday investors, including Iowans saving for retirement. Our bill puts power back in the hands of investors, restores transparency, and ensures your hard-earned savings are used to grow value—not push a political agenda."

On September 22, 2025, Nunn thanked Secretary Rollins for supporting Iowa agriculture: "Thank you, @secrollins, for joining me in Iowa and fighting for Iowa farmers. After 4 years with no new trade deals and a $50B ag deficit, this $10B deal will help Iowa farmers export corn, soybeans, beef, and more as the Harvest season gets underway."

Head Start is a federal program that promotes school readiness among young children from low-income families by offering educational services as well as health screenings. Efforts like those mentioned by Congressman Nunn reflect ongoing discussions at the national level about early childhood education policy.

The issue of robo-voting relates to how proxy votes are cast on behalf of shareholders during corporate elections. Critics argue that current practices can favor institutional interests over individual investors’ preferences.

Agricultural exports remain a significant component of Iowa’s economy. The state is among the nation’s top producers of corn and soybeans. Recent years have seen debates over trade policy impacting farm incomes across the Midwest.