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Senator Chuck Grassley Shares Updates on Meetings with Iowa Chamber Alliance, Midwest Honor Flight, and American Psychiatric Association

Senator Chuck Grassley, representing Iowa in the U.S. Senate, posted a series of updates on October 7, 2025, highlighting his recent engagements with local organizations and advocacy groups.

In one post, Grassley summarized a meeting with the Iowa Chamber Alliance, noting the main topics discussed. He wrote, "Mtg w the Iowa Chamber Alliance issues: Workforce, housing, energy, tariffs etc" (October 7, 2025).

Later that day, Grassley shared his staff's involvement in welcoming veterans. He stated, "My staff was honored 2 welcome the Midwest Honor Flight 2day THANK YOU VETERANS" (October 7, 2025).

Grassley also reported on a meeting with mental health professionals. He posted, "met w American Psychiatric Assoc 2 tlk abt mental health, behavioral health integration model & workforce" (October 7, 2025).

The Iowa Chamber Alliance is a coalition of chambers of commerce and economic development organizations focused on policy issues impacting Iowa's business climate. The Midwest Honor Flight is a nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring veterans by providing trips to Washington, D.C., to visit war memorials. The American Psychiatric Association is a national medical society working to advance the field of psychiatry and promote mental health.

Grassley, a long-serving member of the Senate, regularly meets with constituent groups and advocates on issues such as workforce development, veteran recognition, and healthcare policy.