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U.S. Rep. Marionette Nolan Meeks welcomed; nonprofit and Iowa Propane Day guests introduced

2026 House of Representatives · April 8, 2026

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Summary

Members introduced visiting U.S. Representative Marionette Nolan Meeks and guests from the Love for Red nonprofit (period poverty advocates); there were also announcements about Iowa Propane Day lunch and party caucus times.

The House took a short series of introductions and announcements after adopting a resolution. Representative Harris introduced Dr. Marionette Nolan Meeks, described in the transcript as a doctor, veteran, former state senator and current member of the U.S. House representing Iowa’s 1st District, and asked the chamber to welcome her to the Iowa House.

Representative Young introduced Manya Pandey and her parents, identified as founder and family of Love for Red, a nonprofit focused on educating Iowans about period poverty and affordable access to feminine products in schools and elsewhere. Representative Young asked members to give them a welcome.

Representative Fisher announced that it was Iowa Propane Day and that the Tama County Pork Producers would provide lunch (pork loin sandwiches) at midday. Members also announced party caucus times: Democrats at 9 a.m. in Room 19 and Republicans at 9:30 a.m. in Room 103. The chair then recessed the House until the conclusion of both party caucuses.