Chuck Grassley (Statewide)

Biography

Chuck Grassley, born on September 17, 1933, in New Hartford, Iowa, is a Republican senator representing Iowa in the United States Senate. He has served in the Senate since 1981, making him the longest-serving senator in Iowa's history. Grassley is known for his commitment to public service, bipartisanship, and effective legislation. He continues to farm in Butler County, Iowa, maintaining his connection to the agricultural community.

Education and Political Experience

• Education:

  • Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, University of Northern Iowa, 1955
  • Master of Arts in Political Science, University of Northern Iowa, 1956
  • Ph.D. coursework, University of Iowa

• Political Experience:

  • Elected to the Iowa House of Representatives in 1958, serving until 1974
  • Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1974
  • Elected to the U.S. Senate in 1980, serving continuously since then
  • Served as Chair of the Senate Finance Committee, Senate Judiciary Committee, and Senate Aging Committee
  • Known for his bipartisan approach and effectiveness in legislation

Throughout his career, Grassley has been recognized for his dedication to public service and his efforts to make the government work for the people it serves.