Zach Nunn details broadband expansion and farm bill negotiations in latest updates

U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn Representative for Iowa's 3rd District
U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn Representative for Iowa's 3rd District
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U.S. Representative Zach Nunn, who serves Iowa’s Third Congressional District, highlighted recent legislative efforts and negotiations in a series of tweets posted between April 28 and April 30, 2026.

On April 28, Nunn announced the inclusion of broadband expansion measures for rural communities in the Farm Bill, stating: “Our ReConnecting Rural America Act codifies broadband expansion for Iowa’s rural communities — and it’s one of 21 provisions we secured in the Farm Bill. Met with @IACommAlliance today to discuss how we are helping rural Iowa get connected.”

The following day, he addressed concerns from local farmers during his district tour: “Every farmer I’ve met with in our 21-county tour has asked for the same thing: a clear demand signal for the energy we produce at home and lower costs at the pump. Year-round, nationwide E15 delivers both. Let’s make it law.” This message underscored his advocacy for expanded ethanol fuel options.

On April 30, Nunn described challenges faced during Farm Bill negotiations: “Earlier today, D.C. politics almost derailed the farm bill — and with it, 21 priorities we secured for Iowa producers, from helping beginning farmers to cracking down on illegal puppy mills. We fought through it. Negotiated and disagreed. And found a resolution that not only”

Nunn’s office is based in Des Moines and represents residents across 21 counties in central and southern Iowa (official website). He serves on both the House Financial Services Committee and House Agriculture Committee (official website). His legislative agenda emphasizes bipartisan policies aimed at supporting agriculture, bolstering the economy, ensuring government accountability, strengthening national security, and aiding families (official website). The office also provides constituent assistance with federal agencies (official website).



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