Biography
Randy Feenstra, born on January 14, 1969, in Hull, Iowa, is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Iowa's 4th Congressional District since January 3, 2021. He resides in Hull with his wife, Lynette, and their four children: Taylor, Erika, Dawson, and Savannah.
Education
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Bachelor of Arts in Business Communications: Dordt College , 1991.
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Master of Public Administration: Iowa State University.
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Ph.D. in Business and Healthcare Administration: Northcentral University, 2022.
Political Experience
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City Administrator: Hull, Iowa .
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Treasurer: Sioux County, Iowa .
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Iowa State Senator: Represented District 2 ; served as Assistant Majority Leader and chaired the Senate Ways and Means Committee.
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U.S. Representative: Iowa's 4th Congressional District ; serves on the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Agriculture Committee.
Notable Achievements
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Tax Reform: As Chair of the Iowa Senate Ways and Means Committee, authored and passed the largest income tax reduction in Iowa's history in 2017.
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Agricultural Advocacy: A strong advocate for Iowa's farmers, serving on the House Agriculture Committee to support agricultural policies and initiatives.
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Research and Technology Leadership: Appointed as the Republican Leader of the House Research and Technology Subcommittee in 2022, focusing on advancements in science and technology to spur economic growth.
Feenstra's career reflects a commitment to fiscal responsibility, agricultural development, and technological innovation, aiming to enhance the prosperity of Iowa's 4th District.