American Flood Coalition Recognizes Representative Randy Feenstra as a Federal Champion
As Iowa faces stronger storms and more frequent flooding, Rep. Feenstra joins the entire Iowa Congressional delegation in committing to leadership on flood solutions.
WASHINGTON, DC — March 26, 2025 — The American Flood Coalition (AFC) today recognized Representative Randy Feenstra (IA) as a Federal Champion for his leadership, public service, and commitment to finding solutions to challenges posed by flooding.
“Last summer, our communities in Western Iowa were hit by catastrophic floods that devastated homes, businesses, hospitals, farms, schools, and other structures. Iowans are resilient, but the rebuilding process is time-consuming and expensive. It’s why I’m working to implement proactive and cost-effective strategies that help protect our communities, homes, farmland, and infrastructure from flooding,” said Rep. Feenstra. “I’m honored to be named a Federal Champion by the American Flood Coalition for my work to give our families and communities the tools and resources that they need to not only recover from disasters but also invest in safeguards that protect our land and property. Born and raised in rural Iowa, I will continue to support policies that help our communities prepare for and respond to flooding and other destructive storms.”
Rep. Feenstra joins 51 bipartisan AFC Federal Champions, members of Congress dedicated to advancing solutions to stronger storms and more frequent flooding.
As the sixth Federal Champion from the Hawkeye State, Rep. Feenstra joins the full Iowa federal delegation committed to advancing proactive flood policy across the country. AFC has previously recognized Sen. Joni Ernst, Sen. Chuck Grassley, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Rep. Zach Nunn, and Rep. Ashley Hinson for their respective leadership on flood solutions.
“AFC is thrilled to welcome Congressman Feenstra as an Iowa Federal Champion. His addition solidifies the state as the first with all members of its federal delegation earning this recognition,” said Melissa Roberts, Executive Director, American Flood Coalition. “Congressman Feenstra’s firsthand experience supporting Iowans devastated by historic flooding in the summer of 2024 will be invaluable as we work together to better protect farm country and rural communities from future storms.”
As a member of the House Committees on Agriculture and Ways and Means, Rep. Feenstra has championed efforts to strengthen flood prevention for farmers and to ease barriers for navigating complex federal disaster recovery programs.
This includes his introduction of bipartisan policy proposals that would give farmers the flexibility, resources, and data to effectively manage their flood risk, and to give Iowan families and communities financial flexibility as they recover from floods and tornadoes.
About the American Flood Coalition
The American Flood Coalition is a nonpartisan group that brings together cities, elected officials, military leaders, businesses, and civic groups to drive adaptation to higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding. The Coalition advances solutions that support flood-affected communities and protect our nation’s residents, economy, and military installations. AFC has over 470 members across 22 states, as well as 52 Federal Champions. For more on the organization’s work or how to become a member, visit floodcoalition.org.
About Federal Champions
The American Flood Coalition is an IRS Section 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The American Flood Coalition is not a Congressional Member Organization, nothing on this website shall be read to imply official sponsorship by either the U.S. House of Representatives or the U.S. Senate or any of their respective Members, and Federal Champions have no membership obligations or fiduciary responsibilities with respect to the American Flood Coalition. Federal Champion is an honorary title awarded by the American Flood Coalition to recognize Members of Congress who have come together to drive adaptation to the reality of higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding.
