Hein to chair ag committee

     House Speaker Linda Upmeyer (R-Clear Lake) recently announced that Rep. Lee Hein (R-Monticello) will serve as the Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee.

     “As a farmer himself, Rep. Hein knows firsthand the challenges facing Iowa’s farmers and rural communities.  He is a proven leader and is well equipped to continue leading the Agriculture Committee,” said Speaker Upmeyer.

     Hein was also appointed to the following committees:  Labor, State Government, Veterans Affairs, and Agriculture & Natural Resources budget.

     The legislative session begins January 9, 2017.