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March 26, 2020 Finally, Senate Advances Needed Aid for Workers, Families, Businesses & Health Services Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 26, 2020 Ernst Talks Senate-Passed Phase 3 Package, Her Efforts to Bring Iowans Stranded Abroad Home Safely Sen. Joni Ernst
March 26, 2020 CARES Act: Recovery Check FAQ Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 26, 2020 Tweet - "Senate unanimously passed (96-0) $2TRILLION in economic relief 2help American workers &families during the coronavirus pandemic This incl $100B for hospitals +increased $$ 4public health programs &has provisions to help critical access hospitals which is essential for rural areas" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 26, 2020 Tweet - "Thx to AG Barr for expanding home confinement for elderly+vulnerable nonviolent offenders 2prevent spread of coronavirus using historic First Step Act i led w Sen Durbin &others 2days announcement comes after I raised issue of safety for inmates+staff w DOJ & BOP as virus spreads" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 25, 2020 Tweet - "I've spent hours over the last few days speaking directly with Iowans from all across the state. They told me loud and clear: we need relief, and we need it now. That's why I pushed my colleagues to take swift, bold action to deliver critical additional relief for our state." Sen. Joni Ernst
March 25, 2020 Finally, Senate Advances Needed Aid for Workers, Families, Businesses & Health Services Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 25, 2020 Grassley Releases Phase 3 Coronavirus Response Legislation Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 25, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Republican Senators Urge Trade Measures to Respond to Economic Impact of COVID-19 Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
March 24, 2020 Letter to Richard Grenell, Acting Director of National Intelligence - Grassley Urges More Information Sharing Between Health, Intelligence Agencies Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Pres @realDonaldTrump 's declaring a major disaster exists in Iowa bc of the coronavirus will give the state govt led by Gov Reynolds more resources+federal $$$ to combat the spread of the disease/respond to the impact it's having on the state/Iowans" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Pres @realDonaldTrump is right Vote on coronavirus relief legis 2DAY! We shldve passed our bipartisan bill yesterday Needless delays by Democrats are hurting the ppl who need help most Ppl who are unemployed bc of the virus & gov't shutting down biz bc of no fault of their own" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Appreciated @realDonaldTrump 's comments 2nite about putting health & well beings of Americans 1st. Using data to decide how to fight health crisis + plan for American ppl to go back to work when time is right is GOOD LEADERSHIP" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "I am frustrated. Every second we waste on this political stunt by the Democrats, more Iowans' lives are at risk, more Iowans' jobs are lost, and more Iowa communities are turned upside down. The time to act is now." Sen. Joni Ernst
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Back w same bad news Senate Democrats again blocked a major move to turn this economy around &get ppl back 2work incl recovery checks 2help families pay their bills +very strongly beefed up unemployment insurance +health care resources. I'm disgusted by this &Americans shld b too" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 23, 2020 Grassley Discusses Democrats' Filibuster of Coronavirus Aid Package with Hugh Hewitt Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are criticizing Trump admin handling of coronavirus but TWICE blocked a bipartisan bill to fund fed govt response They're holding taxpayers & workers hostage to push unrelated Dem priorities This is a national emergency not a time for politics/partisanship!" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 23, 2020 Letter to William Barr, Attorney General, and Michael Carvajal, Director of the Bureau of Prisons - Durbin, Grassley, Colleagues Press Trump Administration to Transfer Vulnerable Inmates to Home Confinement Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
March 22, 2020 Grassley Statement on Democrats' Filibuster of Coronavirus Aid Package Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 22, 2020 Ernst Provides Update on Additional COVID-19 Relief Efforts, Urges Iowans to "Stay Strong' Sen. Joni Ernst
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "It's unacceptable that my Dem colleagues are holding up immediate relief for workers, families, seniors, & businesses across US. This is a bipartisan package -- many sections of the bill were written by/with Dems. This isn't a time for politics; it's a time for leadership & action" Sen. Joni Ernst
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Democrats just blocked a major move to turn this economy around &get ppl back 2work Phase 3 relief package incl recovery checks to help families pay their bills +very strongly beefed up unemployment insurance +resources for our health care system This is NO time 4 politics" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "The Grassley-Wyden prescription drug pricing reduction act would cap seniors out of pocket costs This is especially relevant as seniors are a very at risk population for coronavirus No senior should go bankrupt fighting this deadly virus" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "Heard rumors that White House is trying 2move a surprise billing bill + health care extenders w/out moving Grassley-Wyden rx drug bill If that happens it will b much harder to get Grassley-Wyden. @realdonaldtrump badly wants Rx prices lowered! Plus it SAVES $95B" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 21, 2020 Grassley Update on Phase 3 Congressional Response to Coronavirus Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 20, 2020 Miller-Meeks: Session Recess Is "Wise Decision," Changes In Campaign Schedule Necessary, Now Is The Time To Pull Together Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "I'm continuing to communicate with #Iowans on the impact #COVID19 has had on our families, seniors, and small businesses. Today, I sent a letter to @POTUS encouraging him to grant @IAGovernor 's major disaster declaration request." Sen. Joni Ernst
March 20, 2020 Coronavirus Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "I've heard directly from Iowa officials & health care providers: we need masks & personal protective equipment now. We don't need the presidential election campaign fund. My bill redirects money to where it's critically needed." Sen. Joni Ernst
March 20, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - With Iowans Stranded in Peru and Elsewhere Abroad, Ernst Calls for "Immediate Action' to Get Them Home Sen. Joni Ernst
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "NEW: We have $350M+ sitting in the outdated presidential election campaign fund. I say we redirect this $$ to where it's needed: additional masks & personal protective equipment for our medical workers on the front lines. My bill would do just that:" Sen. Joni Ernst
March 20, 2020 Millions in Cash Just Sitting Around, Unused; Ernst Says Let's Use it to Purchase Masks, Personal Protective Equipment Sen. Joni Ernst
March 20, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Grassley Supports Reynolds Request for Federal Disaster Assistance for Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 20, 2020 Q&A: Coronavirus and You Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 19, 2020 Senators Recommend Tax Policies for Phase 3 Coronavirus Response Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Fuel consumption has been slashed due to coronavirus &that has hurt energy jobs including ethanol + biodiesel plants in Iowa If something is done to help oil there needs to be something for biofuels workers It's a matter of fairness" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 19, 2020 Providing Emergency Assistance and Health Care Response for Individuals, Families, and Businesses Affected By the 2020 Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "As chairman of the Finance Cmte 2day I introduced legis to send checks of $1200 to most taxpayers+an extra $500 for every child. We can combat coronavirus & protect our economy/working families at the same time. Dems should join us & pass ASAP!" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 18, 2020 Ernst-Supported Bipartisan Package Delivers Relief for Iowa Families, Workers, and Seniors; Bill Heads to President's Desk Sen. Joni Ernst
March 18, 2020 Grassley: More Relief on the Way, All Must do Their Part Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "I don't understand why China gets upset bc we refer to the virus that originated there the "Chinese virus" Spain never got upset when we referred to the Spanish flu in 1918&1919" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Des Moines Register - Grassley op-ed: Lessons are unfolding from the coronavirus pandemic, a test of our civic duty Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Grassley: Congress Must Act Decisively to Combat Coronavirus Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Coronavirus Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "I dont understand why China wants 2b so secretive abt the virus General Scty Xi owes it to the world 2b totally transparent so we know what happened The disappearance of Mr Ren is evidence Gen Scty Xi is hiding something 2/2" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "China's decision to kick out even more American journalists is a disgrace. Freedom of press promotes transparency & accountability especially in times of crisis like now w the spread of coronavirus from Wuhan. More evidence that Xi has something to hide" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "2day at 948AM we just received the bill from the House the "Families First Coronavirus Response Act" What business do democrats hv blaming McConnell all wknd for not calling a vote when we can't do anything until the House sends it over? They know better Stop the politics!" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "The virus brings critical times &we shldnt forget a major issue affecting Americans--the cost of Rx drugs. A lot of work has been done w Grassley-Wyden bipartisan bill it just needs final push This issue shld b a part of how we handle the public health crisis facing Americans" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Tweet - ". @realDonaldTrump is taking action to open up telehealth services to Iowans and Americans during this #COVID19 pandemic. This is critical for our seniors and all those who need to access care from home. Let's keep working together to #FlattenTheCurve" Sen. Joni Ernst
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Ren Zhiqiang a Chinese businessman criticized his govt response to COVID-19 &suddenly disappeared As Churchill said "A little mouse of thought appears in the room & even the mightiest potentates are thrown into panic." Freedom of speech= even more necessary in times of crisis!1/2" Sen. Chuck Grassley
Date Title Politician
March 26, 2020 Finally, Senate Advances Needed Aid for Workers, Families, Businesses & Health Services Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 26, 2020 Ernst Talks Senate-Passed Phase 3 Package, Her Efforts to Bring Iowans Stranded Abroad Home Safely Sen.Joni Ernst
March 26, 2020 CARES Act: Recovery Check FAQ Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 26, 2020 Tweet - "Senate unanimously passed (96-0) $2TRILLION in economic relief 2help American workers &families during the coronavirus pandemic This incl $100B for hospitals +increased $$ 4public health programs &has provisions to help critical access hospitals which is essential for rural areas" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 26, 2020 Tweet - "Thx to AG Barr for expanding home confinement for elderly+vulnerable nonviolent offenders 2prevent spread of coronavirus using historic First Step Act i led w Sen Durbin &others 2days announcement comes after I raised issue of safety for inmates+staff w DOJ & BOP as virus spreads" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 25, 2020 Tweet - "I've spent hours over the last few days speaking directly with Iowans from all across the state. They told me loud and clear: we need relief, and we need it now. That's why I pushed my colleagues to take swift, bold action to deliver critical additional relief for our state." Sen.Joni Ernst
March 25, 2020 Finally, Senate Advances Needed Aid for Workers, Families, Businesses & Health Services Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 25, 2020 Grassley Releases Phase 3 Coronavirus Response Legislation Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 25, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Republican Senators Urge Trade Measures to Respond to Economic Impact of COVID-19 Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
March 24, 2020 Letter to Richard Grenell, Acting Director of National Intelligence - Grassley Urges More Information Sharing Between Health, Intelligence Agencies Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Pres @realDonaldTrump 's declaring a major disaster exists in Iowa bc of the coronavirus will give the state govt led by Gov Reynolds more resources+federal $$$ to combat the spread of the disease/respond to the impact it's having on the state/Iowans" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Pres @realDonaldTrump is right Vote on coronavirus relief legis 2DAY! We shldve passed our bipartisan bill yesterday Needless delays by Democrats are hurting the ppl who need help most Ppl who are unemployed bc of the virus & gov't shutting down biz bc of no fault of their own" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Appreciated @realDonaldTrump 's comments 2nite about putting health & well beings of Americans 1st. Using data to decide how to fight health crisis + plan for American ppl to go back to work when time is right is GOOD LEADERSHIP" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "I am frustrated. Every second we waste on this political stunt by the Democrats, more Iowans' lives are at risk, more Iowans' jobs are lost, and more Iowa communities are turned upside down. The time to act is now." Sen.Joni Ernst
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Back w same bad news Senate Democrats again blocked a major move to turn this economy around &get ppl back 2work incl recovery checks 2help families pay their bills +very strongly beefed up unemployment insurance +health care resources. I'm disgusted by this &Americans shld b too" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 23, 2020 Grassley Discusses Democrats' Filibuster of Coronavirus Aid Package with Hugh Hewitt Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are criticizing Trump admin handling of coronavirus but TWICE blocked a bipartisan bill to fund fed govt response They're holding taxpayers & workers hostage to push unrelated Dem priorities This is a national emergency not a time for politics/partisanship!" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 23, 2020 Letter to William Barr, Attorney General, and Michael Carvajal, Director of the Bureau of Prisons - Durbin, Grassley, Colleagues Press Trump Administration to Transfer Vulnerable Inmates to Home Confinement Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
March 22, 2020 Grassley Statement on Democrats' Filibuster of Coronavirus Aid Package Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 22, 2020 Ernst Provides Update on Additional COVID-19 Relief Efforts, Urges Iowans to "Stay Strong' Sen.Joni Ernst
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "It's unacceptable that my Dem colleagues are holding up immediate relief for workers, families, seniors, & businesses across US. This is a bipartisan package -- many sections of the bill were written by/with Dems. This isn't a time for politics; it's a time for leadership & action" Sen.Joni Ernst
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Democrats just blocked a major move to turn this economy around &get ppl back 2work Phase 3 relief package incl recovery checks to help families pay their bills +very strongly beefed up unemployment insurance +resources for our health care system This is NO time 4 politics" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "The Grassley-Wyden prescription drug pricing reduction act would cap seniors out of pocket costs This is especially relevant as seniors are a very at risk population for coronavirus No senior should go bankrupt fighting this deadly virus" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "Heard rumors that White House is trying 2move a surprise billing bill + health care extenders w/out moving Grassley-Wyden rx drug bill If that happens it will b much harder to get Grassley-Wyden. @realdonaldtrump badly wants Rx prices lowered! Plus it SAVES $95B" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 21, 2020 Grassley Update on Phase 3 Congressional Response to Coronavirus Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 20, 2020 Miller-Meeks: Session Recess Is "Wise Decision," Changes In Campaign Schedule Necessary, Now Is The Time To Pull Together Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "I'm continuing to communicate with #Iowans on the impact #COVID19 has had on our families, seniors, and small businesses. Today, I sent a letter to @POTUS encouraging him to grant @IAGovernor 's major disaster declaration request." Sen.Joni Ernst
March 20, 2020 Coronavirus Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "I've heard directly from Iowa officials & health care providers: we need masks & personal protective equipment now. We don't need the presidential election campaign fund. My bill redirects money to where it's critically needed." Sen.Joni Ernst
March 20, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - With Iowans Stranded in Peru and Elsewhere Abroad, Ernst Calls for "Immediate Action' to Get Them Home Sen.Joni Ernst
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "NEW: We have $350M+ sitting in the outdated presidential election campaign fund. I say we redirect this $$ to where it's needed: additional masks & personal protective equipment for our medical workers on the front lines. My bill would do just that:" Sen.Joni Ernst
March 20, 2020 Millions in Cash Just Sitting Around, Unused; Ernst Says Let's Use it to Purchase Masks, Personal Protective Equipment Sen.Joni Ernst
March 20, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Grassley Supports Reynolds Request for Federal Disaster Assistance for Iowa Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 20, 2020 Q&A: Coronavirus and You Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 19, 2020 Senators Recommend Tax Policies for Phase 3 Coronavirus Response Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Fuel consumption has been slashed due to coronavirus &that has hurt energy jobs including ethanol + biodiesel plants in Iowa If something is done to help oil there needs to be something for biofuels workers It's a matter of fairness" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 19, 2020 Providing Emergency Assistance and Health Care Response for Individuals, Families, and Businesses Affected By the 2020 Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "As chairman of the Finance Cmte 2day I introduced legis to send checks of $1200 to most taxpayers+an extra $500 for every child. We can combat coronavirus & protect our economy/working families at the same time. Dems should join us & pass ASAP!" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 18, 2020 Ernst-Supported Bipartisan Package Delivers Relief for Iowa Families, Workers, and Seniors; Bill Heads to President's Desk Sen.Joni Ernst
March 18, 2020 Grassley: More Relief on the Way, All Must do Their Part Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "I don't understand why China gets upset bc we refer to the virus that originated there the "Chinese virus" Spain never got upset when we referred to the Spanish flu in 1918&1919" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Des Moines Register - Grassley op-ed: Lessons are unfolding from the coronavirus pandemic, a test of our civic duty Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Grassley: Congress Must Act Decisively to Combat Coronavirus Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Coronavirus Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "I dont understand why China wants 2b so secretive abt the virus General Scty Xi owes it to the world 2b totally transparent so we know what happened The disappearance of Mr Ren is evidence Gen Scty Xi is hiding something 2/2" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "China's decision to kick out even more American journalists is a disgrace. Freedom of press promotes transparency & accountability especially in times of crisis like now w the spread of coronavirus from Wuhan. More evidence that Xi has something to hide" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "2day at 948AM we just received the bill from the House the "Families First Coronavirus Response Act" What business do democrats hv blaming McConnell all wknd for not calling a vote when we can't do anything until the House sends it over? They know better Stop the politics!" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "The virus brings critical times &we shldnt forget a major issue affecting Americans--the cost of Rx drugs. A lot of work has been done w Grassley-Wyden bipartisan bill it just needs final push This issue shld b a part of how we handle the public health crisis facing Americans" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 17, 2020 Tweet - ". @realDonaldTrump is taking action to open up telehealth services to Iowans and Americans during this #COVID19 pandemic. This is critical for our seniors and all those who need to access care from home. Let's keep working together to #FlattenTheCurve" Sen.Joni Ernst
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Ren Zhiqiang a Chinese businessman criticized his govt response to COVID-19 &suddenly disappeared As Churchill said "A little mouse of thought appears in the room & even the mightiest potentates are thrown into panic." Freedom of speech= even more necessary in times of crisis!1/2" Sen.Chuck Grassley
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