Mariannette Miller-Meeks — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Iowa, 2026

Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks supports stricter immigration policies, emphasizing border security and election integrity. She voted for the SAVE Act (H.R. 22) to require proof of citizenship for voter registration and remove non-citizens from voter rolls, stating it protects the integrity of elections. She also supports deporting criminal illegal aliens while working on immigration reform to meet job needs, and she opposes the reversal of "Remain in Mexico" policies.

“American elections should be decided by American citizens, and that’s exactly what the SAVE Act ensures. This legislation will help protect the integrity of our elections by requiring proof of citizenship before registration and removing non-citizens from voter rolls. I’m proud to support this commonsense bill that will secure the future of our democracy and restore confidence in our electoral system." - Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-releases/miller-meeks-joins-legislation-prohibit-illegal-immigrants-voting-federal”

Mariannette Miller-Meeks prioritizes lowering healthcare costs, advocating for policies to reduce premiums and increase access. She joined the House Republican Leadership to discuss H.R. 6703, the "Lowering Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act," which she states would lower premiums by 11 percent and expand choice for small businesses. She also voted for the pro-labor Protect America’s Workforce Act, which aimed to restore collective bargaining rights for federal workers.

“My number one priority is to bring down health care costs for all Iowans. It’s time we fix American health care. I worked across the aisle and passed legislation to lower premiums, increase competition, and hold big insurers accountable—driving down health care costs by 11%. (Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Bleeding Heartland, January 11, 2026)”

Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks generally opposes climate and environmental protection legislation, as indicated by her 2025 League of Conservation Voters score of 6% and a lifetime score of 9%. She voted against measures like the Reliable Power Act and the Budget Resolution Eliminating Clean Energy Incentives. Miller-Meeks also voted for the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act and the Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act. Her voting record includes votes against limiting environmental review, defunding renewable energy offices, and reversing public lands protections.

Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks has an "A+" rating from Susan B. Anthony List, a group seeking to end abortion in the United States. She co-sponsored the 2021-22 Life at Conception Act, which would define life as beginning at fertilization and effectively ban abortions nationwide without exception. In Iowa, she voted for anti-abortion legislation, including a constitutional amendment to state the Iowa Constitution does not protect abortion rights. Following the overturn of Roe v. Wade, Miller-Meeks has stated that abortion policy decisions should rest with the states.

“"After the overturn of Roe v. Wade, the role belongs to the states," Miller-Meeks said. "And that helps us bring it closer to the people, and it helps force that conversation among individuals."”

Mariannette Miller-Meeks supports former President Trump's trade policies and tariffs, stating her respect for the Supreme Court's ruling on them. She advocates for robust border security measures, voting to impeach Secretary Mayorkas and introducing legislation to complete a border wall, end catch-and-release policies, and increase border agent staffing. Having served 24 years in the Army, she also champions better military pay and improved VA care for active servicemembers and veterans.

Mariannette Miller-Meeks supports efforts to lower the cost of higher education, engaging with financial aid directors to explore ways to ensure access to low-cost loans. She has also advocated for enhanced educational opportunities, believing that every American child deserves access to a quality education, and has co-sponsored legislation like the "Crucial Communism Teaching Act" to require high schools to teach the history of communism.

“I had a nice meeting with the University of Iowa’s Financial Aid Directors to discuss how we can lower the cost of higher education and ensure access to low-cost loans.” (Mariannette Miller-Meeks, River Bend Times, February 11, 2026)”

Mariannette Miller-Meeks voted against the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (S. 2938). This legislation expanded background checks for individuals under 21 and restricted firearm purchases for those convicted of domestic violence misdemeanors or felonies in dating relationships. The bill also provided funding for mental health services and state crisis intervention order programs.