Rep. Ashley Hinson

One of my top priorities in Congress is ensuring Iowans in rural areas have the same access to health care as those in urban areas. As Ive traveled throughout Eastern Iowa, I have seen firsthand the ways rural Iowans are stepping up to improve access to quality health care, especially maternal care.

As a mom, expanding access to maternal care is personal to me. When youre pregnant, you have a million thoughts going through your head. Stressing about being able to see your doctor or get the care you need should not have to be one of them.

I am committed to advancing bipartisan initiatives to ensure women in rural areas have the support and care they need for their health and the health of their babies.

The Midwives for Moms Act: Legislation that will help increase the number of trained midwives in the United States to help fill gaps in maternity care and improve birth outcomes.

The No Surprise Bills for New Moms Act: Legislation that prevents new parents from receiving surprise medical bills for their newborn babies.

The Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act: Legislation that helps prevent the all too frequent, but often silent, tragedy of stillbirth and save the lives of mothers and babies.

Last week, I spent time with maternal care providers and with women who shared their experiences with high risk pregnancies and stillbirths. I will bring their stories with me to Washington as I continue the fight for better care.

It was great to join the Mason City Chamber for their Breaking Glass Leadership series last week. From the importance of prioritizing family time to sharing how I stay grounded in D.C., I enjoyed sharing my experience as a working mom and the lessons Ive learned throughout my time in public service.

It was great to meet with All About Cheesesteaks owner, Joe. I heard about how he successfully grew his operation from food truck to storefront, or as he calls it, wheels to walls.

If youre in Charles City, be sure to check them out and grab a delicious cheesesteak.

The team at the MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is exceptional. We discussed the steps theyve taken to ensure expecting mothers can receive prenatal care and the importance of expanding access to health care for new moms and their babies

Peoples Clinic provides a wide array of health care services to residents of Butler County. It was great to learn more about their successful model and see firsthand their passion for providing high quality care to everyone who walks in their doors

Iowa raises 12 million turkeys each year, ranking 7th nationwide for turkey production. Thank you to The Iowa Turkey Federation, Kim Reis, and USDA Wildlife Services for facilitating a tour and the informative discussion about the importance of mitigating bird flu.

I sat down with women who have endured high-risk pregnancies and the tragedy of stillbirth in Grundy County. These women have leaned on each other throughout their difficult journeys to motherhood and I am so inspired by their strength.

It was heartbreaking to hear their stories of immense loss, but Im so grateful they are willing to lend their voices and experiences to the fight for better maternal care.

Im more motivated than ever to fight for healthy moms and healthy babies.

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Ensuring access to health care - Southeast Iowa Union