Grassley Statement on Harvard Chemist Accused of Concealing Chinese Government Ties
Washington – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today released the following statement regarding reports that Charles Lieber, the head of Harvard University’s chemistry department, was arrested on charges of allegedly lying to the Department of Defense and National Institutes of Health regarding ties to the Chinese communist government. “Americans have invested billions […]
Grassley op-ed: USMCA paves the way for productivity and prosperity
By Sen. Chuck Grassley Skeptics of President Donald Trump’s bold way of negotiating trade ate a bit of crow this month. That includes this Iowa senator. I’m not a big fan of tariffs. So, when the president imposed tariffs as leverage in world trade talks, I was skeptical. And yet, here we […]
Grassley Lauds Continued Efforts to Combat Counterfeits
Washington – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) released the following statement after the issuance of the Trump administration’s report on the effort to combat trafficking in counterfeit and pirated goods. “E-commerce has empowered American businesses to reach more consumers, allowing them to increase profits and grow their brand. Unfortunately, it has also […]
CMS: Graduate Medical Training Programs Need Reforms
Washington – In response to an inquiry from Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has highlighted that reforms to federal graduate medical education (GME) program funding streams could improve stewardship of taxpayer dollars as well as address long-term health care professional shortages. “Administrator Verma’s response provides […]
President Pro Tempore Grassley Signs Historic USMCA Trade Deal
Washington – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), as President pro tempore of the United States Senate, today led an enrollment ceremony to sign the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) Implementation Act. Grassley’s signing of the legislation is the final step before it goes to the president for his signature to become law. Grassley was […]
Grassley, Wyden Joint Statement on French Digital Services Tax Hiatus
Washington – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) today released the following joint statement regarding a digital services tax agreement between the U.S. and France. “If reports are accurate, we’re pleased that the United States and France have come to an agreement that would postpone a discriminatory […]
Following Passage of USMCA, Grassley Thanks Staff
Statement for the Record by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa Chairman, Senate Finance Committee Thursday, January 16, 2020 It’s no secret around here that staff work is key to any senator’s success. It often goes unnoticed and unthanked. But today, as the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act passes Congress, I’d like to express […]
Grassley on the Senate Passage of USMCA
Prepared Floor Remarks by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa Chairman, Senate Finance Committee Wednesday, January 15, 2020 VIDEO It’s said that good things come to those who wait. Others say that it’s better late than never. Either way, we can agree that this day has been a long time coming. With passage […]
Grassley on the Passing of Chris Allen
Prepared Floor Remarks by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa Chairman, Senate Finance Committee Wednesday, January 15, 2020 VIDEO Last week, the Finance Committee and the Senate lost a dedicated public servant and all-around wonderful man, with the unexpected passing of Chris Allen. Chris has been a member of the Finance Committee tax […]
Grassley Attends White House Signing of Phase One China Trade Deal
Washington – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today attended a White House signing ceremony for Phase One of a trade deal between the United States and China. “President Trump and Ambassador Lighthizer should be commended for this significant progress toward a full and enforceable deal with China. Farmers have borne the brunt […]