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June 18, 2020 Tweet - "Gov Reynolds using CARES Act $$$ to help w Beef Up Iowa which connects beef producers w food insecure Iowans Gr8 way to help by purchasing cattle from local producers who lost processing options then donates the IA beef 2 food banks FFA/4-H/ISU Meat Lab students also helping" Sen. Chuck Grassley
June 15, 2020 Tweet - ".@IAcattlemen have been hit hard by #COVID19, facing packing plant closures & market manipulation. That's why I'm working on a bipartisan bill--the PASTURE Act--to give these folks access to more land for grazing during this pandemic." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 15, 2020 Tweet - "Plant closures & reduced flocks remain a growing threat to our turkey growers, & food supply chain. @ChuckGrassley, @IAGovernor, @IADeptAg Sec. Naig & I are urging @USDA to provide assistance, thru the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, to our state's turkey producers." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 15, 2020 Tweet - "I joined @SenJohnThune & @SenStabenow in urging @USDA to provide more flexibility for #Iowa farmers & eliminate the penalties for grazing, haying, or chopping cover crops as long as the activities are outside of the primary nesting season." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture - Iowa Leaders Call for Support for State's Turkey Producers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
June 12, 2020 Ashley Hinson announces more than 75 Farmers for Ashley, all 20 counties represented Rep. Ashley Hinson
June 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. 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, ...
June 9, 2020 Abby Finkenauer sides with Environmentalists over Farmers Rep. Ashley Hinson
June 9, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Grassley Calls on USDA to Release Report on Tyson's Holcomb Facility Investigation, Protect Independent Cattle Producers Sen. Chuck Grassley
June 5, 2020 Tweet - "Glad DOJs listening after I called for AG 2 investigate meat packers potential antitrust law violations DOJ demanding info from Tyson/JBS/Natl Beef/Cargill- 4 who dominate market Impt step 2 protect our independent producers/consumers its past time 2let sunshine in on big packers" Sen. Chuck Grassley
June 3, 2020 Iowa Senators Respond to FDA's Temporary Hand Sanitizer Rule Sen. Chuck Grassley
June 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Iowa Leaders Petition USDA to Provide CFAP Funds for Egg Producers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
June 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Secretary Sonny Perdue U.S. Department of Agriculture - Ernst, Iowa Leaders Call on USDA to Provide Assistance for Egg Producers Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 31, 2020 Tweet - "I fought hard for Iowa's farmers & producers to secure #E15 year-round. And while I'll continue to push @EPA to follow through on its commitment to expand biofuel infrastructure & uphold the #RFS, this cleaner, cheaper choice at the (special character) is a big-win for our consumers & ag economy." Sen. Joni Ernst
May 27, 2020 Ernst Joins Bipartisan Bill to Support Iowa Biofuel Producers Sen. Joni Ernst
May 27, 2020 Tweet - "Just like other farmers and members of our ag community, Iowa's hardworking biofuel producers need relief. I'm joining a bipartisan effort to support our farmers, workers, & producers negatively affected by #COVID19" Sen. Joni Ernst
May 22, 2020 Klobuchar Holds Discussion on Supporting Ethanol Industry in Southern Minnesota During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 21, 2020 Klobuchar, Grassley Introduce Bill to Support Biofuel Producers Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 20, 2020 Grassley, Klobuchar Introduce Bill to Support Biofuel Producers Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa farmers are resilient, but this pandemic has challenged them. That's why I worked to provide them support by bolstering the CCC & giving @USDA the ability to provide direct assistance. Thanks to @realdonaldtrump, relief is on the way to our farmers." Sen. Joni Ernst
May 19, 2020 Ernst Statement on Trump Administration's Announcement of Direct Assistance to Farmers Sen. Joni Ernst
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "Thx to @realDonaldTrump for helping farmers with $$ provided in the CARES Act This is badly needed for rural America bc the virus is tormenting the family farmer w lack of demand & resulting low prices" Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "2day I introd a biofuels assistance bill w Sen Klobuchar Since federal govt is helping big oil by putting surplus oil in strategic petroleum reserve there's a BIGGER need 2help biofuels w 130 plants shutdown There's a reason for EQUITY bc every gallon of gas has ethanol in it" Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 12, 2020 Letter to Hon. William Barr, U.S. Department of Justice Attorney General - Senator Doug Jones Calls on Justice Department to Investigate Potentially Illegal Practices by Beef Packers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
May 12, 2020 Rounds, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency in Cattle Pricing Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 12, 2020 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Thune, Rounds Join Colleagues in Requesting DOJ to Investigate Potential Illegal Practices by Beef Packers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
May 12, 2020 Tweet - "2day I introd bill updated frm 2002 2bring more price transparency to cattle sales+get fair value for Iowa beef Proud 2stand w IA Cattlemen 2 safeguard independent producers & protect USA beef supply Some help fr WH as @realDonaldTrump asked DOJ 2investigate collusion w/in packers" Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House , and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Durbin Joins Bipartisan Group Of Senators In Urging Indemnity Support For Pork Producers Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 11, 2020 Coronavirus Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 11, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa's pork producers are suffering from restaurant and meat processing plant closures. The crisis is immediate. I sent a bipartisan letter urging additional support for producers who are being forced to depopulate livestock herds." Sen. Joni Ernst
May 7, 2020 Treasury to Modify Guidance for Energy Production, Investment Tax Credits in Light of Health Crisis Slowdowns Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - U.S. Senators Tina Smith and Joni Ernst Lead Bipartisan Push Urging Administration to Protect Biofuels and Reject Legality of Waiving the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
May 7, 2020 Tweet - "The water infrastructure package we advanced yesterday is important to Iowa, & will provide more flood control resources to our communities on the MO & Miss. Rivers. I discussed this package & other work we're doing on infrastructure w/American Council of Engineering Co. of Iowa." Sen. Joni Ernst
May 6, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa is home to over 55 million egg laying hens, and with restaurants and other commercial facilities closed down or limiting operations, Iowa's egg industry has seen a drastic drop in demand. I'm calling on @USDA to support our egg farmers impacted by #COVID19." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 30, 2020 Tweet - "Now more than ever, it's important we make sure our farmers & producers have the resources they need to get thru #COVID19, so that Iowans, & all Americans, can continue to have food on the grocery store shelves, in our food banks, & on our kitchen tables." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 30, 2020 Ernst Talks COVID-19, Flood Recovery and Mitigation Efforts with Mills County Leaders Sen. Joni Ernst
April 29, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Cornyn, Feinstein Urge State Department to Minimize Disruption to U.S.-Mexico Supply Chain Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - As COVID-19 Highlights Need to Understand Links Between Human, Animal and Environmental Health, U.S. Senator Tina Smith Urges Senate to Take Up Her Bipartisan Bill Pushing "One Health" Approach Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
April 29, 2020 After Urging the Administration to Ensure a Secure Food Supply Chain, Ernst Welcomes Action by President Sen. Joni Ernst
April 28, 2020 Tweet - "Pres @realDonaldTrump is right 2use authority 2 keep open meat processing plants Its critical infrastructure 4 country's food supply chain As saying goes society is 9 meals away from food riots Fed govt shld help w PPE&testing/plants need 2follow CDC&OSHA guidance 2protect wrkers" Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 28, 2020 Tweet - "I'm working hard to ensure we are supporting Iowa's ag industry, and in turn, protecting our nation's food supply chain. We've seen the success of the #PaycheckProtectionProgram in Iowa, and that's why I'm seeking to expand this important program to help Iowa's ag businesses." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 27, 2020 Letter to Roger Wicker and Maria Cantwell, Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation - Cornyn Urges Eased Regulations on Trucks Hauling Livestock, Agriculture Products Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 27, 2020 Letter to Vice President Mike Pence - Iowa Leaders Urge "Immediate Assistance' from Administration to Support Pork Producers Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
April 26, 2020 Tweet - "2day is World Intellectual Property Day Theme this yr is innovation for green future Iowa leading charge w wind energy+biofuels Majority of Iowa electricity now powered by wind+our growers help reduce use of fossil fuels Keep up gr8 work Iowa innovators!!" Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 25, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa proudly leads in pork but w meat packing plant closures from covid-19 many hogs have nowhere to go & farmers are facing a crisis Encouraging announcement last night from USDA for help on depopulation + disposal methods if necessary but govt needs 2b ready for more action" Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 25, 2020 Ernst Statement on USDA's Plans to Support Iowa Pork Producers Affected by Plant Closures Sen. Joni Ernst
April 24, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Senator Doug Jones Urges President Trump to Eliminate Payment Limits for Farmers and Ranchers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 23, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Tillis Calls on Trump Administration to Fix Relief Payment Limits for Farmers, Ranchers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 23, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Senators Urge Regulatory Relief for Energy Tax Credits in Light of Pandemic Setbacks Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
Date Title Politician
June 18, 2020 Tweet - "Gov Reynolds using CARES Act $$$ to help w Beef Up Iowa which connects beef producers w food insecure Iowans Gr8 way to help by purchasing cattle from local producers who lost processing options then donates the IA beef 2 food banks FFA/4-H/ISU Meat Lab students also helping" Sen.Chuck Grassley
June 15, 2020 Tweet - ".@IAcattlemen have been hit hard by #COVID19, facing packing plant closures & market manipulation. That's why I'm working on a bipartisan bill--the PASTURE Act--to give these folks access to more land for grazing during this pandemic." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 15, 2020 Tweet - "Plant closures & reduced flocks remain a growing threat to our turkey growers, & food supply chain. @ChuckGrassley, @IAGovernor, @IADeptAg Sec. Naig & I are urging @USDA to provide assistance, thru the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, to our state's turkey producers." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 15, 2020 Tweet - "I joined @SenJohnThune & @SenStabenow in urging @USDA to provide more flexibility for #Iowa farmers & eliminate the penalties for grazing, haying, or chopping cover crops as long as the activities are outside of the primary nesting season." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture - Iowa Leaders Call for Support for State's Turkey Producers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
June 12, 2020 Ashley Hinson announces more than 75 Farmers for Ashley, all 20 counties represented Rep.Ashley Hinson
June 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. 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, ...
June 9, 2020 Abby Finkenauer sides with Environmentalists over Farmers Rep.Ashley Hinson
June 9, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Grassley Calls on USDA to Release Report on Tyson's Holcomb Facility Investigation, Protect Independent Cattle Producers Sen.Chuck Grassley
June 5, 2020 Tweet - "Glad DOJs listening after I called for AG 2 investigate meat packers potential antitrust law violations DOJ demanding info from Tyson/JBS/Natl Beef/Cargill- 4 who dominate market Impt step 2 protect our independent producers/consumers its past time 2let sunshine in on big packers" Sen.Chuck Grassley
June 3, 2020 Iowa Senators Respond to FDA's Temporary Hand Sanitizer Rule Sen.Chuck Grassley
June 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Iowa Leaders Petition USDA to Provide CFAP Funds for Egg Producers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
June 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Secretary Sonny Perdue U.S. Department of Agriculture - Ernst, Iowa Leaders Call on USDA to Provide Assistance for Egg Producers Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 31, 2020 Tweet - "I fought hard for Iowa's farmers & producers to secure #E15 year-round. And while I'll continue to push @EPA to follow through on its commitment to expand biofuel infrastructure & uphold the #RFS, this cleaner, cheaper choice at the (special character) is a big-win for our consumers & ag economy." Sen.Joni Ernst
May 27, 2020 Ernst Joins Bipartisan Bill to Support Iowa Biofuel Producers Sen.Joni Ernst
May 27, 2020 Tweet - "Just like other farmers and members of our ag community, Iowa's hardworking biofuel producers need relief. I'm joining a bipartisan effort to support our farmers, workers, & producers negatively affected by #COVID19" Sen.Joni Ernst
May 22, 2020 Klobuchar Holds Discussion on Supporting Ethanol Industry in Southern Minnesota During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 21, 2020 Klobuchar, Grassley Introduce Bill to Support Biofuel Producers Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 20, 2020 Grassley, Klobuchar Introduce Bill to Support Biofuel Producers Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa farmers are resilient, but this pandemic has challenged them. That's why I worked to provide them support by bolstering the CCC & giving @USDA the ability to provide direct assistance. Thanks to @realdonaldtrump, relief is on the way to our farmers." Sen.Joni Ernst
May 19, 2020 Ernst Statement on Trump Administration's Announcement of Direct Assistance to Farmers Sen.Joni Ernst
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "Thx to @realDonaldTrump for helping farmers with $$ provided in the CARES Act This is badly needed for rural America bc the virus is tormenting the family farmer w lack of demand & resulting low prices" Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "2day I introd a biofuels assistance bill w Sen Klobuchar Since federal govt is helping big oil by putting surplus oil in strategic petroleum reserve there's a BIGGER need 2help biofuels w 130 plants shutdown There's a reason for EQUITY bc every gallon of gas has ethanol in it" Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 12, 2020 Letter to Hon. William Barr, U.S. Department of Justice Attorney General - Senator Doug Jones Calls on Justice Department to Investigate Potentially Illegal Practices by Beef Packers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
May 12, 2020 Rounds, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency in Cattle Pricing Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 12, 2020 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Thune, Rounds Join Colleagues in Requesting DOJ to Investigate Potential Illegal Practices by Beef Packers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
May 12, 2020 Tweet - "2day I introd bill updated frm 2002 2bring more price transparency to cattle sales+get fair value for Iowa beef Proud 2stand w IA Cattlemen 2 safeguard independent producers & protect USA beef supply Some help fr WH as @realDonaldTrump asked DOJ 2investigate collusion w/in packers" Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House , and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Durbin Joins Bipartisan Group Of Senators In Urging Indemnity Support For Pork Producers Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 11, 2020 Coronavirus Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 11, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa's pork producers are suffering from restaurant and meat processing plant closures. The crisis is immediate. I sent a bipartisan letter urging additional support for producers who are being forced to depopulate livestock herds." Sen.Joni Ernst
May 7, 2020 Treasury to Modify Guidance for Energy Production, Investment Tax Credits in Light of Health Crisis Slowdowns Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - U.S. Senators Tina Smith and Joni Ernst Lead Bipartisan Push Urging Administration to Protect Biofuels and Reject Legality of Waiving the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
May 7, 2020 Tweet - "The water infrastructure package we advanced yesterday is important to Iowa, & will provide more flood control resources to our communities on the MO & Miss. Rivers. I discussed this package & other work we're doing on infrastructure w/American Council of Engineering Co. of Iowa." Sen.Joni Ernst
May 6, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa is home to over 55 million egg laying hens, and with restaurants and other commercial facilities closed down or limiting operations, Iowa's egg industry has seen a drastic drop in demand. I'm calling on @USDA to support our egg farmers impacted by #COVID19." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 30, 2020 Tweet - "Now more than ever, it's important we make sure our farmers & producers have the resources they need to get thru #COVID19, so that Iowans, & all Americans, can continue to have food on the grocery store shelves, in our food banks, & on our kitchen tables." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 30, 2020 Ernst Talks COVID-19, Flood Recovery and Mitigation Efforts with Mills County Leaders Sen.Joni Ernst
April 29, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Cornyn, Feinstein Urge State Department to Minimize Disruption to U.S.-Mexico Supply Chain Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - As COVID-19 Highlights Need to Understand Links Between Human, Animal and Environmental Health, U.S. Senator Tina Smith Urges Senate to Take Up Her Bipartisan Bill Pushing "One Health" Approach Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
April 29, 2020 After Urging the Administration to Ensure a Secure Food Supply Chain, Ernst Welcomes Action by President Sen.Joni Ernst
April 28, 2020 Tweet - "Pres @realDonaldTrump is right 2use authority 2 keep open meat processing plants Its critical infrastructure 4 country's food supply chain As saying goes society is 9 meals away from food riots Fed govt shld help w PPE&testing/plants need 2follow CDC&OSHA guidance 2protect wrkers" Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 28, 2020 Tweet - "I'm working hard to ensure we are supporting Iowa's ag industry, and in turn, protecting our nation's food supply chain. We've seen the success of the #PaycheckProtectionProgram in Iowa, and that's why I'm seeking to expand this important program to help Iowa's ag businesses." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 27, 2020 Letter to Roger Wicker and Maria Cantwell, Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation - Cornyn Urges Eased Regulations on Trucks Hauling Livestock, Agriculture Products Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 27, 2020 Letter to Vice President Mike Pence - Iowa Leaders Urge "Immediate Assistance' from Administration to Support Pork Producers Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
April 26, 2020 Tweet - "2day is World Intellectual Property Day Theme this yr is innovation for green future Iowa leading charge w wind energy+biofuels Majority of Iowa electricity now powered by wind+our growers help reduce use of fossil fuels Keep up gr8 work Iowa innovators!!" Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 25, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa proudly leads in pork but w meat packing plant closures from covid-19 many hogs have nowhere to go & farmers are facing a crisis Encouraging announcement last night from USDA for help on depopulation + disposal methods if necessary but govt needs 2b ready for more action" Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 25, 2020 Ernst Statement on USDA's Plans to Support Iowa Pork Producers Affected by Plant Closures Sen.Joni Ernst
April 24, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Senator Doug Jones Urges President Trump to Eliminate Payment Limits for Farmers and Ranchers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 23, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Tillis Calls on Trump Administration to Fix Relief Payment Limits for Farmers, Ranchers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 23, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Senators Urge Regulatory Relief for Energy Tax Credits in Light of Pandemic Setbacks Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
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