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Sept. 15, 2020 Grassley Supports Decision to Resume Duty Free Treatment of Canadian Aluminum Sen. Chuck Grassley
Sept. 15, 2020 Grassley, Ernst Praise Brazil Ethanol Agreement Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary to the Department of Commerce - Grassley, Ernst Call on Department of Commerce to Lift Tariffs on Steel Used for Derecho Recovery Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of The Dept. of Agriculture, and The Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Tina Smith Lead Bipartisan Group in Calling for Enforcement of Usmca Dairy Provisions Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Todd Chapman, U.S. Ambassador to Brazil - Iowa Senators Slam Democrat Efforts to Derail Work on Brazil Ethanol Barriers Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
Aug. 22, 2020 Tweet - "@SBAgov announcement: Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to Iowa businesses and residents as a result of @POTUS' major disaster declaration. The declaration covers Linn County as a result of the #derecho. Apply here: https://disasterloanassistance.sba.gov" Sen. Joni Ernst
Aug. 16, 2020 Tweet - "There's no doubt that the #PaycheckProtectionProgram has been a key lifeline for Iowa #smallbiz & workers. As a member of @SmallBizCmte, I've helped to deliver over $5 billion in support to over 61,000 Iowa small businesses." Sen. Joni Ernst
Aug. 13, 2020 Ernst Helps Deliver More than $5B in Support to Over 61,000 Iowa Small Businesses Sen. Joni Ernst
Aug. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jason Kearns, Chairman of the U.S. International Trade Commission - Grassley, Neal, Brady Request USITC Further Investigate COVID-Related Products and Supply Chains Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "i need to correct my tweet on alum tariffs Now is NOT time to undermine unity w our Canadian friends by putting tariffs on aluminum @realDonaldTrump #CommonSense Use of national defense tariffs is ridiculous Beer cans are not defense weapons" Sen. Chuck Grassley
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Now is not time to show unity w ourCanadian friends by putting tariffs on aluminum @realDonaldTrump #CommonSense Use of national defense tariffs is ridiculous Beer cans are not defense weapons" Sen. Chuck Grassley
Aug. 6, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 has shown the importance of reducing our dependence on foreign entities, particularly those located in Communist China. I'm working on a number of proposals to secure our supply chain, and I'm glad to see @POTUS take action to do so as well." Sen. Joni Ernst
Aug. 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary of Commerce, and the Hon. Jason Kearns, Chairman of the International Trade Commission - Sen. Moran Leads Senate Colleagues in Urging Administration to not Impose Tariffs on Phosphate Fertilizers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
July 31, 2020 Q&A: COVID-19 Sharpens Focus on Supply Chains Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "The HEALS Act provides critical support to help Iowans get back on their feet -- including provisions I fought for, like a second #PPP loan for our #smallbiz & additional assistance for child care providers. Congress needs to act to get folks the relief they need." Sen. Joni Ernst
July 29, 2020 Hearing of the Senate Finance Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Grassley, Hearing on WTO Reform Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 28, 2020 Tweet - "The #PPP has been critical for supporting our #smallbiz & folks across Iowa during #COVID19. Included in the HEALS Act is one of the things I've been fighting for: our hardest-hit small biz can access a second PPP loan through the program's remaining funds." Sen. Joni Ernst
July 28, 2020 World Trade Organization Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 27, 2020 Grassley Releases Finance Committee Provisions in Next Coronavirus Relief Legislation Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 26, 2020 Tweet - "The United States has become far too dependent on Communist China. That's why I'm working to decrease our country's dependency on China for critical supplies & manufacturing." Sen. Joni Ernst
July 23, 2020 S. 3841 Sen. Chuck Grassley
July 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Marco Rubio, Chairman of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, and the Hon. Ben Cardin, Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee - Daines Working to Improve PPP Program to Help Montana Restaurants, Food Supply Chains 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 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 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 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 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 1, 2020 Tweet - "#PaycheckProtectionProgram update: the Senate unanimously passed a bill to extend the deadline for small businesses to apply for a forgivable PPP loan until August 8." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 28, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 has been a great awakening when it comes to the vulnerabilities in our supply chain. It's clear now, maybe more than ever, that the US has become all too dependent on China for PPE, Rx drugs, and other essential medical supplies. Let's fix that." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Department of the Treasury - Ernst Exposes Special Tax Loophole for Communist China Sen. Joni Ernst
June 19, 2020 Scott, Brown, Wyden, Grassley Introduce Legislation to Help Nonprofits Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
June 17, 2020 Hearing of the Senate Finance Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Grassley, Hearing on the President's 2020 Trade Policy Agenda Sen. Chuck Grassley
June 11, 2020 Loeffler, Ernst, Cruz Introduce BEAT CHINA Act; Legislation Will Incentivize Pharmaceutical, Medical Device and Supply Manufacturers to Relocate to the United States Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
June 2, 2020 Grassley, Wyden Statement on USTR Investigation of Digital Services Taxes Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Rubio Leads Colleagues in Requesting Full SBA Investigation Over Planned Parenthood Improperly Receiving PPP Loans Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
May 6, 2020 Cornyn, Grassley, Wyden, Rubio, Carper Introduce Bill to Clarify Small Business Expense Deductions Under PPP Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 5, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Sec. of the Treasury - Grassley, Wyden, Neal Push Treasury to Allow Small Businesses to Deduct PPP Expenses Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 4, 2020 International Trade Commission Identifies Imported Goods Needed to Fight Pandemic Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 4, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Wyden, Grassley, Neal Request Retention Credit Eligibility for Employers Providing Health Insurance Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
April 30, 2020 Tweet - "We can't have teams like the Lakers getting slam dunks at the expense of small biz under the #PaycheckProtectionProgram. Thankfully they gave the $$ back & the admin is taking steps to ensure biz who are in need--like those here in Iowa--are prioritized." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 29, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Administration - Markey Joins Rubio, Cardin, Colleagues on Bipartisan Letter to Treasury and SBA on an Administrative Fix to the 7(A) Loan Program Authorization Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary for the Department of Treasury, Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Federal Reserve, and Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Administration - Capito, Colleagues Urge Federal Reserve to Protect Second Amendment Industries from Discrimination Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 28, 2020 Letter to Jovita Carranza , Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Cornyn Urges EIDL Improvement for Texas Small Businesses Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 26, 2020 Tweet - "World IP day is time 2 raise awareness of need 2 protect intellectual property rights esp as scamers/counterfeiters push knockoffs of supplies needed 2fight pandemic As co-chair of Congressional Trademark Caucus I've led oversight efforts 2 combat knockoffs+ ensure product safety" Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 24, 2020 Ernst Applauds Signing of Additional COVID-19 Relief Package Sen. Joni Ernst
April 23, 2020 PPP should be a lifeline for small businesses, not a cash cow for big banks Rep. Ashley Hinson
Date Title Politician
Sept. 15, 2020 Grassley Supports Decision to Resume Duty Free Treatment of Canadian Aluminum Sen.Chuck Grassley
Sept. 15, 2020 Grassley, Ernst Praise Brazil Ethanol Agreement Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary to the Department of Commerce - Grassley, Ernst Call on Department of Commerce to Lift Tariffs on Steel Used for Derecho Recovery Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of The Dept. of Agriculture, and The Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Tina Smith Lead Bipartisan Group in Calling for Enforcement of Usmca Dairy Provisions Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Todd Chapman, U.S. Ambassador to Brazil - Iowa Senators Slam Democrat Efforts to Derail Work on Brazil Ethanol Barriers Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
Aug. 22, 2020 Tweet - "@SBAgov announcement: Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to Iowa businesses and residents as a result of @POTUS' major disaster declaration. The declaration covers Linn County as a result of the #derecho. Apply here: https://disasterloanassistance.sba.gov" Sen.Joni Ernst
Aug. 16, 2020 Tweet - "There's no doubt that the #PaycheckProtectionProgram has been a key lifeline for Iowa #smallbiz & workers. As a member of @SmallBizCmte, I've helped to deliver over $5 billion in support to over 61,000 Iowa small businesses." Sen.Joni Ernst
Aug. 13, 2020 Ernst Helps Deliver More than $5B in Support to Over 61,000 Iowa Small Businesses Sen.Joni Ernst
Aug. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jason Kearns, Chairman of the U.S. International Trade Commission - Grassley, Neal, Brady Request USITC Further Investigate COVID-Related Products and Supply Chains Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "i need to correct my tweet on alum tariffs Now is NOT time to undermine unity w our Canadian friends by putting tariffs on aluminum @realDonaldTrump #CommonSense Use of national defense tariffs is ridiculous Beer cans are not defense weapons" Sen.Chuck Grassley
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Now is not time to show unity w ourCanadian friends by putting tariffs on aluminum @realDonaldTrump #CommonSense Use of national defense tariffs is ridiculous Beer cans are not defense weapons" Sen.Chuck Grassley
Aug. 6, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 has shown the importance of reducing our dependence on foreign entities, particularly those located in Communist China. I'm working on a number of proposals to secure our supply chain, and I'm glad to see @POTUS take action to do so as well." Sen.Joni Ernst
Aug. 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary of Commerce, and the Hon. Jason Kearns, Chairman of the International Trade Commission - Sen. Moran Leads Senate Colleagues in Urging Administration to not Impose Tariffs on Phosphate Fertilizers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
July 31, 2020 Q&A: COVID-19 Sharpens Focus on Supply Chains Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "The HEALS Act provides critical support to help Iowans get back on their feet -- including provisions I fought for, like a second #PPP loan for our #smallbiz & additional assistance for child care providers. Congress needs to act to get folks the relief they need." Sen.Joni Ernst
July 29, 2020 Hearing of the Senate Finance Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Grassley, Hearing on WTO Reform Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 28, 2020 Tweet - "The #PPP has been critical for supporting our #smallbiz & folks across Iowa during #COVID19. Included in the HEALS Act is one of the things I've been fighting for: our hardest-hit small biz can access a second PPP loan through the program's remaining funds." Sen.Joni Ernst
July 28, 2020 World Trade Organization Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 27, 2020 Grassley Releases Finance Committee Provisions in Next Coronavirus Relief Legislation Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 26, 2020 Tweet - "The United States has become far too dependent on Communist China. That's why I'm working to decrease our country's dependency on China for critical supplies & manufacturing." Sen.Joni Ernst
July 23, 2020 S. 3841 Sen.Chuck Grassley
July 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Marco Rubio, Chairman of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, and the Hon. Ben Cardin, Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee - Daines Working to Improve PPP Program to Help Montana Restaurants, Food Supply Chains 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 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 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 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 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 1, 2020 Tweet - "#PaycheckProtectionProgram update: the Senate unanimously passed a bill to extend the deadline for small businesses to apply for a forgivable PPP loan until August 8." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 28, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 has been a great awakening when it comes to the vulnerabilities in our supply chain. It's clear now, maybe more than ever, that the US has become all too dependent on China for PPE, Rx drugs, and other essential medical supplies. Let's fix that." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Department of the Treasury - Ernst Exposes Special Tax Loophole for Communist China Sen.Joni Ernst
June 19, 2020 Scott, Brown, Wyden, Grassley Introduce Legislation to Help Nonprofits Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
June 17, 2020 Hearing of the Senate Finance Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Grassley, Hearing on the President's 2020 Trade Policy Agenda Sen.Chuck Grassley
June 11, 2020 Loeffler, Ernst, Cruz Introduce BEAT CHINA Act; Legislation Will Incentivize Pharmaceutical, Medical Device and Supply Manufacturers to Relocate to the United States Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
June 2, 2020 Grassley, Wyden Statement on USTR Investigation of Digital Services Taxes Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Rubio Leads Colleagues in Requesting Full SBA Investigation Over Planned Parenthood Improperly Receiving PPP Loans Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
May 6, 2020 Cornyn, Grassley, Wyden, Rubio, Carper Introduce Bill to Clarify Small Business Expense Deductions Under PPP Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 5, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Sec. of the Treasury - Grassley, Wyden, Neal Push Treasury to Allow Small Businesses to Deduct PPP Expenses Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 4, 2020 International Trade Commission Identifies Imported Goods Needed to Fight Pandemic Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 4, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Wyden, Grassley, Neal Request Retention Credit Eligibility for Employers Providing Health Insurance Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
April 30, 2020 Tweet - "We can't have teams like the Lakers getting slam dunks at the expense of small biz under the #PaycheckProtectionProgram. Thankfully they gave the $$ back & the admin is taking steps to ensure biz who are in need--like those here in Iowa--are prioritized." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 29, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Administration - Markey Joins Rubio, Cardin, Colleagues on Bipartisan Letter to Treasury and SBA on an Administrative Fix to the 7(A) Loan Program Authorization Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary for the Department of Treasury, Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Federal Reserve, and Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Administration - Capito, Colleagues Urge Federal Reserve to Protect Second Amendment Industries from Discrimination Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 28, 2020 Letter to Jovita Carranza , Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Cornyn Urges EIDL Improvement for Texas Small Businesses Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 26, 2020 Tweet - "World IP day is time 2 raise awareness of need 2 protect intellectual property rights esp as scamers/counterfeiters push knockoffs of supplies needed 2fight pandemic As co-chair of Congressional Trademark Caucus I've led oversight efforts 2 combat knockoffs+ ensure product safety" Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 24, 2020 Ernst Applauds Signing of Additional COVID-19 Relief Package Sen.Joni Ernst
April 23, 2020 PPP should be a lifeline for small businesses, not a cash cow for big banks Rep.Ashley Hinson
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