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July 21, 2020
Ernst Introduces New Bill to Reward COVID-19 Front Line Workers
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 21, 2020
Tweet - "Our essential workers have risen to the challenge & continued in their daily jobs--to care for & protect Iowans, to produce & deliver food and essential goods, & to uphold our nation's critical infrastructure throughout this pandemic. Let's pay them back:"
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 21, 2020
Tweet - "Whether it's more assistance for families or providing additional aid for child care programs, we must prioritize these front line workers and our moms and dads. Iowa families depend on the survival of our child care providers."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 21, 2020
Hearing of the Senate Finance Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Grassley, Hearing on Trade, Tax Nominations
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 21, 2020
Hagedorn Co-leads Bipartisan Effort to Expand Access to Child Care
Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
July 20, 2020
Bipartisan Bill Helping Families of First Responders Lost to COVID Clears Congress
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 20, 2020
Tweet - "This week, the #Senate will debate this year's annual defense bill. As a member of @SASCMajority & a combat veteran, I'm glad the #FY21NDAA includes my work to: *special character* protect troops *special character* preserve tax-dollars *special character* promote technology"
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 18, 2020
Tweet - "Our nation is grieving the loss of Congressman John Lewis: a dedicated public servant. His legacy and leadership on civil rights will never be forgotten. Praying for comfort and peace for his family and loved ones."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 18, 2020
Tweet - "America is mourning the loss of Congressman John Lewis We lost a pioneer civil rights ldr just like MLK. I didn't hv lots of discussion w John in 34 yrs of serving together but every time I did it was always pleasant He was a dedicated public servant & his legacy lives on"
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 17, 2020
Q&A: U.S. Meat Supply Chain
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 17, 2020
Tweet - "It's critical that families have access to quality, affordable child care. I've introduced a new bill to assist our child care providers so they can continue to offer these essential services to working moms and dads during #COVID19."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 17, 2020
Tweet - "More help is on the way for Iowa's hospitals! As a result of the bipartisan #COVID19 relief packages I helped pass, HHS just announced another $89,150,000 for health care providers in our state."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 17, 2020
Tweet - "Sexual misconduct is unacceptable in any workplace--let alone at the VA, an institution charged w/providing care & benefits to vets, including survivors of sexual violence. I'm urging @SecWilkie to take action to address sexual harassment w/in the agency."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 16, 2020
Tweet - "Yet again we see oil companies trying to take advantage of these ridiculous "gap year" waivers at the expense of Iowa's farmers and ethanol and biodiesel producers. As I've said before, @EPAAWheeler it's time to throw these petitions out and move on."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 16, 2020
Ernst Urges VA to Take New Action to Prevent Sexual Harassment within Agency
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 16, 2020
Ernst Helps Out at Diaper Bank in Davenport, Renews Bipartisan Push for Diaper Assistance
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 16, 2020
Tweet - "Here we go again. Portland's elected leaders need to step up and stop this anarchy and protect their citizens. If not, the American taxpayer shouldn't foot the bill. Like I've said: we should restrict federal funding from these "autonomous zones.'"
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Lawmakers to VA: "Take Necessary Action to Prevent Sexual Harassment within the Department"
Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
July 15, 2020
Grassley Praises U.S. Department of Commerce Investing $13.1 Million in CARES Act Funding to Help Small Businesses Across Iowa Respond to Coronavirus
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 15, 2020
Grassley Statement on E.U. Court Overturning Improper State-Aid Case
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 14, 2020
Tweet - "NEW: Iowa families depend on the survival of our existing child care providers. I'm putting forward a proposal to ensure our providers can continue to offer critical, affordable services for working moms & dads during #COVID19."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 14, 2020
Ernst Unveils New Proposal to Support Iowa's Child Care Providers, Families
Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
July 13, 2020
Tweet - "Every weekend there's violence in big cities & it's increasing in some The crusade to defund the police would open door to even more crime/killing not less esp in vulnerable communities When are ppl going to wake up that defunding the police is a bad idea??"
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 13, 2020
Tweet - "The Chinese Communist Party continues to prove it has no respect for the law. I applaud @POTUS and @SecPompeo for rejecting China's bullying, aggression, and unlawful maritime claims in the South China Sea."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 13, 2020
Tweet - "Granting the 52 "gap year" waivers would be devastating to our biofuel producers already facing hardship. Iowa's producers need certainty, and I'm fighting for that."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 12, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune, Stabenow, Johnson, and Loebsack Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging USDA to Provide Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres
Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
July 11, 2020
Tweet - "We can't continue to rely on our adversaries, like China, for critically important nat'l security materials. That's why in this year's #NDAA I made it a priority to boost support for university research so we can make & manufacture materials here at home."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 11, 2020
Tweet - "We can't continue to rely on our adversaries, like China, for critically important nat'l security materials. That's why in this year's #NDAA I made it a priority to boost support for university research so we can make & manufacture materials here at home."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 11, 2020
Tweet - "We can't continue to rely on our adversaries, like China, for critically important nat'l security materials. That's why in this year's #NDAA I made it a priority to boost support for university research so we can make & manufacture materials here at home."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 10, 2020
Q&A: COVID Adds Urgency to Price Transparency
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 10, 2020
Grassley, Wyden Joint Statement on USTR Action on French Digital Services Tax
Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
July 9, 2020
Tweet - "Our nonprofits do vital work for our Iowa communities & many are struggling to cover costs during #COVID19. My Senate colleagues and I passed a new bill that will help nonprofit organizations cover their unemployment costs & free up much needed $$ to keep them afloat."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 8, 2020
Tweet - "New report says pharma raised prices of hundreds of drugs during the pandemic More proof that NOW is the time to lower Rx costs My bipartisan prescription drug bill should be in the next coronavirus relief bill/Dems MUST stop caring more about election yr politics than patients!"
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 8, 2020
Ernst Discusses Her Work for Iowa's Biofuel Producers
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 8, 2020
Senate Passes Grassley, Brown, Scott, Wyden Legislation to Help Nonprofits
Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
July 8, 2020
Tweet - "After hearing from Iowa's livestock producers, I worked hard in the #FarmBill to ensure @USDA had the resources it needs to safeguard against animal disease outbreaks. I'm glad to see @SecretarySonny invest in a vaccine bank--an important step toward securing our food supply chain"
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 8, 2020
Tweet - "Today's 7-2 SCOTUS decision is a victory for religious freedom. By upholding @POTUS' protections for moral objectors, the #LittleSisters are finally free to care for our elderly without violating their religious vows to protect the unborn."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 8, 2020
Ernst: Expanded Telehealth Services Need to Continue Beyond Pandemic
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 7, 2020
Ernst, Grassley Introduce Bill to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for Iowans
Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
July 6, 2020
Tweet - "On my #99CountyTour, I hear from folks concerned about the high costs of health care. I'm working on a number of efforts, including the Healthcare PRICE Transparency Act, which will increase transparency, empower patients, and ultimately lower costs."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 6, 2020
Tweet - "Uyghur oppression by the Chinese Communist Party is a gross violation of human rights & must be stopped. We're sending a strong bipartisan message to @SecPompeo and @USTreasury Sec. Mnuchin to impose sanctions against Chinese officials responsible for these heinous policies."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 6, 2020
Support Grows for Ernst's Bill to "End Anarchy'
Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
July 6, 2020
Grassley, Daines, McSally Introduce Elder Justice Legislation to Boost Programs, Help Fight COVID in Nursing Homes
Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
July 5, 2020
CNN "State of the Union with Jake Tapper" - Transcript Interview with Joni Ernst
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 3, 2020
Tweet - "I'm teaming up with Democrats and Republicans on the RESTART ACT--a bill to support our small and medium sized businesses hit the hardest by #COVID19. As a member of the Senate @SmallBizCmte, I'll continue to fight for more relief for Iowa's local employers."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 2, 2020
Office of Net Assessment
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 2, 2020
Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolution
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 2, 2020
National Defense Authorization Act
Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 2, 2020
Tweet - "During my #99CountyTour, tele-town halls, or in conversations with my family members who depend on life-saving medications, Iowans have made it clear they want to see Congress take action to lower the cost of Rx drugs. I'm working with @ChuckGrassley to do just that."
Sen. Joni Ernst
July 2, 2020
Tweet - "By improving transparency in health care, we can increase competition, empower patients, and ultimately lower costs for Iowans. I'm working on a bill that takes a critical step toward achieving those goals."
Sen. Joni Ernst
Date
Title
Politician
July 21, 2020
Ernst Introduces New Bill to Reward COVID-19 Front Line Workers
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 21, 2020
Tweet - "Our essential workers have risen to the challenge & continued in their daily jobs--to care for & protect Iowans, to produce & deliver food and essential goods, & to uphold our nation's critical infrastructure throughout this pandemic. Let's pay them back:"
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 21, 2020
Tweet - "Whether it's more assistance for families or providing additional aid for child care programs, we must prioritize these front line workers and our moms and dads. Iowa families depend on the survival of our child care providers."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 21, 2020
Hearing of the Senate Finance Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Grassley, Hearing on Trade, Tax Nominations
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 21, 2020
Hagedorn Co-leads Bipartisan Effort to Expand Access to Child Care
Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
July 20, 2020
Bipartisan Bill Helping Families of First Responders Lost to COVID Clears Congress
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 20, 2020
Tweet - "This week, the #Senate will debate this year's annual defense bill. As a member of @SASCMajority & a combat veteran, I'm glad the #FY21NDAA includes my work to: *special character* protect troops *special character* preserve tax-dollars *special character* promote technology"
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 18, 2020
Tweet - "Our nation is grieving the loss of Congressman John Lewis: a dedicated public servant. His legacy and leadership on civil rights will never be forgotten. Praying for comfort and peace for his family and loved ones."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 18, 2020
Tweet - "America is mourning the loss of Congressman John Lewis We lost a pioneer civil rights ldr just like MLK. I didn't hv lots of discussion w John in 34 yrs of serving together but every time I did it was always pleasant He was a dedicated public servant & his legacy lives on"
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 17, 2020
Q&A: U.S. Meat Supply Chain
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 17, 2020
Tweet - "It's critical that families have access to quality, affordable child care. I've introduced a new bill to assist our child care providers so they can continue to offer these essential services to working moms and dads during #COVID19."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 17, 2020
Tweet - "More help is on the way for Iowa's hospitals! As a result of the bipartisan #COVID19 relief packages I helped pass, HHS just announced another $89,150,000 for health care providers in our state."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 17, 2020
Tweet - "Sexual misconduct is unacceptable in any workplace--let alone at the VA, an institution charged w/providing care & benefits to vets, including survivors of sexual violence. I'm urging @SecWilkie to take action to address sexual harassment w/in the agency."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 16, 2020
Tweet - "Yet again we see oil companies trying to take advantage of these ridiculous "gap year" waivers at the expense of Iowa's farmers and ethanol and biodiesel producers. As I've said before, @EPAAWheeler it's time to throw these petitions out and move on."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 16, 2020
Ernst Urges VA to Take New Action to Prevent Sexual Harassment within Agency
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 16, 2020
Ernst Helps Out at Diaper Bank in Davenport, Renews Bipartisan Push for Diaper Assistance
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 16, 2020
Tweet - "Here we go again. Portland's elected leaders need to step up and stop this anarchy and protect their citizens. If not, the American taxpayer shouldn't foot the bill. Like I've said: we should restrict federal funding from these "autonomous zones.'"
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Lawmakers to VA: "Take Necessary Action to Prevent Sexual Harassment within the Department"
Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
July 15, 2020
Grassley Praises U.S. Department of Commerce Investing $13.1 Million in CARES Act Funding to Help Small Businesses Across Iowa Respond to Coronavirus
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 15, 2020
Grassley Statement on E.U. Court Overturning Improper State-Aid Case
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 14, 2020
Tweet - "NEW: Iowa families depend on the survival of our existing child care providers. I'm putting forward a proposal to ensure our providers can continue to offer critical, affordable services for working moms & dads during #COVID19."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 14, 2020
Ernst Unveils New Proposal to Support Iowa's Child Care Providers, Families
Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
July 13, 2020
Tweet - "Every weekend there's violence in big cities & it's increasing in some The crusade to defund the police would open door to even more crime/killing not less esp in vulnerable communities When are ppl going to wake up that defunding the police is a bad idea??"
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 13, 2020
Tweet - "The Chinese Communist Party continues to prove it has no respect for the law. I applaud @POTUS and @SecPompeo for rejecting China's bullying, aggression, and unlawful maritime claims in the South China Sea."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 13, 2020
Tweet - "Granting the 52 "gap year" waivers would be devastating to our biofuel producers already facing hardship. Iowa's producers need certainty, and I'm fighting for that."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 12, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune, Stabenow, Johnson, and Loebsack Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging USDA to Provide Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres
Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
July 11, 2020
Tweet - "We can't continue to rely on our adversaries, like China, for critically important nat'l security materials. That's why in this year's #NDAA I made it a priority to boost support for university research so we can make & manufacture materials here at home."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 11, 2020
Tweet - "We can't continue to rely on our adversaries, like China, for critically important nat'l security materials. That's why in this year's #NDAA I made it a priority to boost support for university research so we can make & manufacture materials here at home."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 11, 2020
Tweet - "We can't continue to rely on our adversaries, like China, for critically important nat'l security materials. That's why in this year's #NDAA I made it a priority to boost support for university research so we can make & manufacture materials here at home."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 10, 2020
Q&A: COVID Adds Urgency to Price Transparency
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 10, 2020
Grassley, Wyden Joint Statement on USTR Action on French Digital Services Tax
Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
July 9, 2020
Tweet - "Our nonprofits do vital work for our Iowa communities & many are struggling to cover costs during #COVID19. My Senate colleagues and I passed a new bill that will help nonprofit organizations cover their unemployment costs & free up much needed $$ to keep them afloat."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 8, 2020
Tweet - "New report says pharma raised prices of hundreds of drugs during the pandemic More proof that NOW is the time to lower Rx costs My bipartisan prescription drug bill should be in the next coronavirus relief bill/Dems MUST stop caring more about election yr politics than patients!"
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 8, 2020
Ernst Discusses Her Work for Iowa's Biofuel Producers
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 8, 2020
Senate Passes Grassley, Brown, Scott, Wyden Legislation to Help Nonprofits
Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
July 8, 2020
Tweet - "After hearing from Iowa's livestock producers, I worked hard in the #FarmBill to ensure @USDA had the resources it needs to safeguard against animal disease outbreaks. I'm glad to see @SecretarySonny invest in a vaccine bank--an important step toward securing our food supply chain"
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 8, 2020
Tweet - "Today's 7-2 SCOTUS decision is a victory for religious freedom. By upholding @POTUS' protections for moral objectors, the #LittleSisters are finally free to care for our elderly without violating their religious vows to protect the unborn."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 8, 2020
Ernst: Expanded Telehealth Services Need to Continue Beyond Pandemic
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 7, 2020
Ernst, Grassley Introduce Bill to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for Iowans
Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
July 6, 2020
Tweet - "On my #99CountyTour, I hear from folks concerned about the high costs of health care. I'm working on a number of efforts, including the Healthcare PRICE Transparency Act, which will increase transparency, empower patients, and ultimately lower costs."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 6, 2020
Tweet - "Uyghur oppression by the Chinese Communist Party is a gross violation of human rights & must be stopped. We're sending a strong bipartisan message to @SecPompeo and @USTreasury Sec. Mnuchin to impose sanctions against Chinese officials responsible for these heinous policies."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 6, 2020
Support Grows for Ernst's Bill to "End Anarchy'
Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
July 6, 2020
Grassley, Daines, McSally Introduce Elder Justice Legislation to Boost Programs, Help Fight COVID in Nursing Homes
Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
July 5, 2020
CNN "State of the Union with Jake Tapper" - Transcript Interview with Joni Ernst
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 3, 2020
Tweet - "I'm teaming up with Democrats and Republicans on the RESTART ACT--a bill to support our small and medium sized businesses hit the hardest by #COVID19. As a member of the Senate @SmallBizCmte, I'll continue to fight for more relief for Iowa's local employers."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 2, 2020
Office of Net Assessment
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 2, 2020
Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolution
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 2, 2020
National Defense Authorization Act
Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 2, 2020
Tweet - "During my #99CountyTour, tele-town halls, or in conversations with my family members who depend on life-saving medications, Iowans have made it clear they want to see Congress take action to lower the cost of Rx drugs. I'm working with @ChuckGrassley to do just that."
Sen.Joni Ernst
July 2, 2020
Tweet - "By improving transparency in health care, we can increase competition, empower patients, and ultimately lower costs for Iowans. I'm working on a bill that takes a critical step toward achieving those goals."
Sen.Joni Ernst
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