Students from Sioux Central Middle School in Sioux Rapids met with U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley today during a school trip to Washington, D.C.

“I really enjoy meeting with young Iowans and encouraging their interest in learning more about how our government works. Citizen involvement is essential to democracy in America and young people are the key to the strength of our democracy in the future,” Grassley said.

Grassley makes it a priority to meet with Iowa students when they are in Washington, D.C., in addition to events in Iowa, including his annual meetings in each of the 99 counties. Grassley also routinely visits high schools and colleges to answer questions about issues from students and faculty. Meetings can be scheduled with Grassley at www.grassley.senate.gov/contact/request-meeting.