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Audubon Today
By the People, for the People
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley Meets with Iowa Farm Bureau
Grassley discusses key farming legislation and issues during visit to Audubon
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley visited Audubon, Iowa on Thursday to meet with representatives from local Farm Bureau agencies. During the visit, Grassley discussed topics such as year-round E15 sales, the upcoming farm bill, and concerns over agricultural imports and Proposition 12.
Why it matters
As a long-serving Senator from Iowa, Grassley's meetings with agricultural groups like the Farm Bureau are important for understanding the priorities and challenges facing the state's farming sector. His insights on legislation and policy can have significant impacts on Iowa's farmers and rural communities.
The details
During the meeting, Grassley provided updates on the status of year-round E15 sales legislation, which he had originally proposed but is now facing pushback from smaller oil refineries. He also discussed the progress on a new five-year farm bill, noting that a bill has passed through a House committee but is stalling in the Senate. Grassley acknowledged issues around fraud in agricultural assistance programs, but said the state has the responsibility to sort out ineligible individuals. The Senator also touched on concerns over agricultural imports and Proposition 12, a California law regulating the sale of certain animal products.
- Grassley met with Farm Bureau representatives in Audubon on Thursday, February 21, 2026.
- Earlier on Thursday, Grassley also met with students at Harlan High School in Shelby County.
The players
Chuck Grassley
A U.S. Senator from Iowa who has served in Congress since 1981. Grassley is known for his 99 county tour across Iowa, where he meets with constituents to hear their concerns.
Iowa Farm Bureau
A non-profit organization representing the interests of Iowa's farming community. The Farm Bureau works to advocate for policies and legislation that support the state's agricultural sector.
What they’re saying
“When first proposing year-round E15 sales, I was not expecting the pushback the legislation is receiving from the smaller oil refineries.”
— Chuck Grassley, U.S. Senator
“It's not all fraud and that individuals might not be aware they do not meet the qualifications to be eligible for assistance. It's the state's job to sort out the individuals, especially those that have 20 percent of individuals receiving benefits that do not fall under the requirements.”
— Chuck Grassley, U.S. Senator
What’s next
Grassley says Congress is working to get the year-round E15 sales legislation settled, but he is unsure if it will pass the House of Representatives by the March 1 deadline.
The takeaway
Grassley's meeting with the Iowa Farm Bureau highlights the important role he plays in advocating for the state's agricultural interests in Washington. His insights on key legislation and policy issues impacting farmers provide valuable context for understanding the challenges and priorities facing Iowa's rural communities.
