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Wednesday, May 01, 2013  Upgrades are needed as the lock and dam system built in the 1930s continues to show the signs of age.

Thursday, December 27, 2012  U.S. Representative Dave Loebsack announced last week that he wants to hear from the community about how the nation should move forward when dealing with the safety of our nation's children.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  In a push for Congress to pass the wind energy production credit, U.S. Representative Dave Loebsack paid a visit to the House of Representatives.

Wednesday, June 06, 2012  Loebsack and Archer to face each other in November.

Friday, November 11, 2011  Currently only 78 percent of the hospitals operating costs are being covered.

Thursday, February 24, 2011  Loebsack met with students and teachers to discuss the importance of investing in education and job training.

Friday, July 30, 2010  Congressmen Loebsack and Boswell have sent a letter to President Obama, saying Coralville, Saylorville, Red Rock, and Rathbun Reservoirs are outdated and must be reviewed.

Tuesday, July 27, 2010  The Congressmen asked President Obama to expedite the process for Preliminary Damage Assessment.

Friday, July 16, 2010  Iowa's U.S. Senate race continues to draw big money, with Democrat Roxanne Conlin and Republican Charles Grassley reporting large donations to their campaigns.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 

Monday, May 17, 2010  In order to reach out to more constituents and to continue an open dialogue with Iowans in the Second District, Congressman Dave Loebsack will host a telephone town hall on Monday, May 24th.

Saturday, May 15, 2010  Iowa businessman says his life experiences make him the right man to represent Iowa's 2nd distirct.

Monday, November 30, 2009  Ottumwa doctor Marianette Miller-Meeks is announcing her second challenge to U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack.

Saturday, August 15, 2009  Congressman holds town hall meeting in Ft. Madison to address residents' questions and concerns.

Tuesday, July 14, 2009  Proponents of 'Cap and Trade' say its aimed at stopping climate change by requiring the reduction of carbon emissions from U-S companies while investing billions in clean energy technology.  But opponents say this bill is nothing but an undercover energy tax.