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May 18, 2021 Miller-Meeks' Veteran Bills Pass House, Head to Senate Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks
May 18, 2021 Rep. Sherrill Sponsored GI Bill NEED Act Passes House Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
May 17, 2021 Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act of 2021 Rep. Randy Feenstra
May 17, 2021 GI Bill National Emergency Extended Deadline Act Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks
May 17, 2021 Feenstra Works to Expand Mental Health Services for Veterans in Rural Areas Rep. Randy Feenstra
May 17, 2021 Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act of 2021 Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks
May 17, 2021 Native Vetsuccess At Tribal Colleges and Universities Pilot Program Act Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks
May 17, 2021 Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act of 2021 Rep. Ashley Hinson
May 6, 2021 Miller-Meeks Joins Push to Get Answers on VA Delays Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
May 6, 2021 Letter to Hon. David S. Ferriero, Archivist of the United States - Comer Demands Action on Delays for Veterans' Records Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
May 3, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Sherill Introduce Bipartisan VR&E NEED Act Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 30, 2021 Reps. Mace, Miller-Meeks Introduce Bill Supporting Medical Cannabis Research for Veterans Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 30, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Mace Introduce Legislation to Support Medical Cannabis Research for Veterans Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 22, 2021 Ernst, Miller-Meeks Take Bipartisan, Bicameral Action to Help Locate Missing Veterans Sen. Joni Ernst
April 22, 2021 Representative Pappas, Miller-Meeks & Banks, Senators Hassan & Ernst, Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support "Green Alert" Systems to Help Locate At-Risk Missing Veterans Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 22, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Ernst Take Bipartisan, Bicameral Action to Help Locate Missing Veterans Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 21, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Ernst Push Bipartisan Bill Supporting Servicemembers' Mental Health and Transition to Civilian Life Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 20, 2021 The bipartisan, bicameral legislation would implement numerous policy changes within the VA to prevent and address sexual harassment Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 20, 2021 Following Revealing Report Pappas, Ernst Hassan, and Hinson Take Action to Crack Down on Sexual Harassment at VA Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 20, 2021 Following Revealing Report, Ernst, Pappas, Hassan, and Hinson Take Action to Crack Down on Sexual Harassment at VA Sen. Joni Ernst
April 15, 2021 Heinrich Leads Introduction Of Bipartisan Bataan And Corregidor Congressional Gold Medal Act Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 13, 2021 Miller-Meeks, Iowa Delegation, Honor Iowa Veteran Brandon Ketchum with Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Rural Veteran Mental Health Care Rep. Randy Feenstra, ...
April 13, 2021 Axne, Iowa Delegation Honor Iowa Veteran Brandon Ketchum with Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Rural Veteran Mental Health Care Rep. Ashley Hinson, ...
April 6, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Grassley Seeks Sweeping Review Into Allegations Of Whistleblower Reprisal, Ethics Violations At Veterans Benefits Administration Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 6, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Allison Herren Lee, Acting Chairwoman of the Securities and Exchange Commission - Grassley Seeks Sweeping Review Into Allegations Of Whistleblower Reprisal, Ethics Violations At Veterans Benefits Administration Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 6, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Michael Missal, Inspector General of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Grassley Seeks Sweeping Review Into Allegations Of Whistleblower Reprisal, Ethics Violations At Veterans Benefits Administration Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 1, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Kahele Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Veterans Reenter the Workforce Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks
March 23, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Sherrill Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Veterans' Education Benefits Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks
March 23, 2021 Representatives Sherrill, Miller-Meeks Introduce Bipartisan GI Bill NEED Act for Veterans' Education Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
Jan. 26, 2021 Miller-Meeks Appointed to House Education and Labor, Homeland Security, Veterans' Affairs Committees Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
Jan. 5, 2021 Hirono, Ernst Bill Signed Into Law, Permanently Establishes Servicemembers and Veterans Initiative Act in Justice Department's Civil Rights Division Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
Jan. 5, 2021 Ernst's Bipartisan Bill to Improve Veterans' Health Outcomes Now Law Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
Dec. 23, 2020 Tweet - "My column in @gazettedotcom Veterans' 'invisible wounds' demand action from Congress" Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 22, 2020 The Gazette - Ernst: Veterans' 'invisible wounds' demand action from Congress Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Just recently, a bipartisan bill I proudly supported was signed into law to allow loved ones and friends of veterans to access information about resources available to our vets who may be experiencing mental health challenges." Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 20, 2020 Tweet - "In the Senate, I'll continue working with Democrats and Republicans to get our men and women in uniform the resources and support they need during and long after their military service. My column:" Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 19, 2020 Tweet - "As a former company commander in Iraq and Kuwait, I understand some of the challenges our veterans face. And now, as a U.S. Senator, one of my most important duties is ensuring that our servicemembers and veterans get the support they have earned." Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 19, 2020 Tweet - "Just like the care and treatment that many of our soldiers rely on when they have physical wounds, we must also address the "invisible wounds" that can have a profound impact on their wellbeing." Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 19, 2020 Joni Ernst: For Our Servicemembers, "Invisible Wounds" Often Present the Greatest Challenges Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 18, 2020 Tweet - "After hearing from Iowa veterans, I'm urging the VA to: Extend its freeze on vets' medical bill payments through July "21 Proactively notify vets of available resources & payment plan options Ensure VA call centers are fully staffed & operational" Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 18, 2020 Tweet - "#ICYMI Rightwards arrow My bipartisan bill to protect the legal rights of our servicemembers and their families passed the Senate this week. It's now heading to @POTUS ' desk for his signature." Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 17, 2020 Tweet - "I've asked the @DeptVetAffairs to extend its freeze on veterans' medical bill payments through July 2021. Veterans are struggling financially during this pandemic and we shouldn't add insult to injury." Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 17, 2020 Ernst, Hirono Bill to Protect the Legal Rights of Servicemembers and Their Families Passes Senate, Heads to President's Desk Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 16, 2020 Letter to Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Ernst Calls on VA to Extend Freeze for Vets' Medical Bill Payments Amid COVID-19 Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Many of our Iowa veterans have experienced serious financial hardship during the #COVID19 pandemic. As a combat veteran myself, I'm calling on @DeptVetAffairs to extend its freeze on veterans' medical bill payments through July 2021." Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 16, 2020 Following Hirono and Ernst Advocacy, Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Permanently Establish Servicemembers and Veterans Initiative Act in Justice Department's Civil Rights Division Passes Senate, Heads to President Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
Dec. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Having served in uniform, I strongly believe we have an obligation to our troops to provide them with equipment that fits, regardless if they're male or female. In the #NDAA, I'm working to ensure our female servicemembers have body armor & PPE that fits." Sen. Joni Ernst
Nov. 16, 2020 Brown, Blumenthal, Ernst Introduce Legislation to Support Mental Health Needs of Servicemembers and Veterans Transitioning to Civilian Life Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
Oct. 3, 2020 Tweet - "As a combat veteran, I know the challenges our servicemembers face after returning to civilian life. That's why I introduced a bipartisan bill to help our veterans recognize signs of suicide risk so they can help their fellow vets get the care they need." Sen. Joni Ernst
Sept. 23, 2020 Ernst Teams Up with Democrats to Help Combat Veteran Suicide Sen. Joni Ernst
Date Title Politician
May 18, 2021 Miller-Meeks' Veteran Bills Pass House, Head to Senate Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks
May 18, 2021 Rep. Sherrill Sponsored GI Bill NEED Act Passes House Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
May 17, 2021 Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act of 2021 Rep.Randy Feenstra
May 17, 2021 GI Bill National Emergency Extended Deadline Act Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks
May 17, 2021 Feenstra Works to Expand Mental Health Services for Veterans in Rural Areas Rep.Randy Feenstra
May 17, 2021 Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act of 2021 Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks
May 17, 2021 Native Vetsuccess At Tribal Colleges and Universities Pilot Program Act Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks
May 17, 2021 Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act of 2021 Rep.Ashley Hinson
May 6, 2021 Miller-Meeks Joins Push to Get Answers on VA Delays Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
May 6, 2021 Letter to Hon. David S. Ferriero, Archivist of the United States - Comer Demands Action on Delays for Veterans' Records Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
May 3, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Sherill Introduce Bipartisan VR&E NEED Act Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 30, 2021 Reps. Mace, Miller-Meeks Introduce Bill Supporting Medical Cannabis Research for Veterans Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 30, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Mace Introduce Legislation to Support Medical Cannabis Research for Veterans Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 22, 2021 Ernst, Miller-Meeks Take Bipartisan, Bicameral Action to Help Locate Missing Veterans Sen.Joni Ernst
April 22, 2021 Representative Pappas, Miller-Meeks & Banks, Senators Hassan & Ernst, Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support "Green Alert" Systems to Help Locate At-Risk Missing Veterans Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 22, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Ernst Take Bipartisan, Bicameral Action to Help Locate Missing Veterans Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 21, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Ernst Push Bipartisan Bill Supporting Servicemembers' Mental Health and Transition to Civilian Life Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
April 20, 2021 The bipartisan, bicameral legislation would implement numerous policy changes within the VA to prevent and address sexual harassment Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 20, 2021 Following Revealing Report Pappas, Ernst Hassan, and Hinson Take Action to Crack Down on Sexual Harassment at VA Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 20, 2021 Following Revealing Report, Ernst, Pappas, Hassan, and Hinson Take Action to Crack Down on Sexual Harassment at VA Sen.Joni Ernst
April 15, 2021 Heinrich Leads Introduction Of Bipartisan Bataan And Corregidor Congressional Gold Medal Act Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 13, 2021 Miller-Meeks, Iowa Delegation, Honor Iowa Veteran Brandon Ketchum with Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Rural Veteran Mental Health Care Rep.Randy Feenstra, ...
April 13, 2021 Axne, Iowa Delegation Honor Iowa Veteran Brandon Ketchum with Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Rural Veteran Mental Health Care Rep.Ashley Hinson, ...
April 6, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Grassley Seeks Sweeping Review Into Allegations Of Whistleblower Reprisal, Ethics Violations At Veterans Benefits Administration Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 6, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Allison Herren Lee, Acting Chairwoman of the Securities and Exchange Commission - Grassley Seeks Sweeping Review Into Allegations Of Whistleblower Reprisal, Ethics Violations At Veterans Benefits Administration Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 6, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Michael Missal, Inspector General of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Grassley Seeks Sweeping Review Into Allegations Of Whistleblower Reprisal, Ethics Violations At Veterans Benefits Administration Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 1, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Kahele Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Veterans Reenter the Workforce Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks
March 23, 2021 Miller-Meeks & Sherrill Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Veterans' Education Benefits Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks
March 23, 2021 Representatives Sherrill, Miller-Meeks Introduce Bipartisan GI Bill NEED Act for Veterans' Education Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
Jan. 26, 2021 Miller-Meeks Appointed to House Education and Labor, Homeland Security, Veterans' Affairs Committees Rep.Mariannette Miller-Meeks, ...
Jan. 5, 2021 Hirono, Ernst Bill Signed Into Law, Permanently Establishes Servicemembers and Veterans Initiative Act in Justice Department's Civil Rights Division Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
Jan. 5, 2021 Ernst's Bipartisan Bill to Improve Veterans' Health Outcomes Now Law Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
Dec. 23, 2020 Tweet - "My column in @gazettedotcom Veterans' 'invisible wounds' demand action from Congress" Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 22, 2020 The Gazette - Ernst: Veterans' 'invisible wounds' demand action from Congress Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Just recently, a bipartisan bill I proudly supported was signed into law to allow loved ones and friends of veterans to access information about resources available to our vets who may be experiencing mental health challenges." Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 20, 2020 Tweet - "In the Senate, I'll continue working with Democrats and Republicans to get our men and women in uniform the resources and support they need during and long after their military service. My column:" Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 19, 2020 Tweet - "As a former company commander in Iraq and Kuwait, I understand some of the challenges our veterans face. And now, as a U.S. Senator, one of my most important duties is ensuring that our servicemembers and veterans get the support they have earned." Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 19, 2020 Tweet - "Just like the care and treatment that many of our soldiers rely on when they have physical wounds, we must also address the "invisible wounds" that can have a profound impact on their wellbeing." Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 19, 2020 Joni Ernst: For Our Servicemembers, "Invisible Wounds" Often Present the Greatest Challenges Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 18, 2020 Tweet - "After hearing from Iowa veterans, I'm urging the VA to: Extend its freeze on vets' medical bill payments through July "21 Proactively notify vets of available resources & payment plan options Ensure VA call centers are fully staffed & operational" Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 18, 2020 Tweet - "#ICYMI Rightwards arrow My bipartisan bill to protect the legal rights of our servicemembers and their families passed the Senate this week. It's now heading to @POTUS ' desk for his signature." Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 17, 2020 Tweet - "I've asked the @DeptVetAffairs to extend its freeze on veterans' medical bill payments through July 2021. Veterans are struggling financially during this pandemic and we shouldn't add insult to injury." Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 17, 2020 Ernst, Hirono Bill to Protect the Legal Rights of Servicemembers and Their Families Passes Senate, Heads to President's Desk Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 16, 2020 Letter to Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Ernst Calls on VA to Extend Freeze for Vets' Medical Bill Payments Amid COVID-19 Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Many of our Iowa veterans have experienced serious financial hardship during the #COVID19 pandemic. As a combat veteran myself, I'm calling on @DeptVetAffairs to extend its freeze on veterans' medical bill payments through July 2021." Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 16, 2020 Following Hirono and Ernst Advocacy, Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Permanently Establish Servicemembers and Veterans Initiative Act in Justice Department's Civil Rights Division Passes Senate, Heads to President Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
Dec. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Having served in uniform, I strongly believe we have an obligation to our troops to provide them with equipment that fits, regardless if they're male or female. In the #NDAA, I'm working to ensure our female servicemembers have body armor & PPE that fits." Sen.Joni Ernst
Nov. 16, 2020 Brown, Blumenthal, Ernst Introduce Legislation to Support Mental Health Needs of Servicemembers and Veterans Transitioning to Civilian Life Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
Oct. 3, 2020 Tweet - "As a combat veteran, I know the challenges our servicemembers face after returning to civilian life. That's why I introduced a bipartisan bill to help our veterans recognize signs of suicide risk so they can help their fellow vets get the care they need." Sen.Joni Ernst
Sept. 23, 2020 Ernst Teams Up with Democrats to Help Combat Veteran Suicide Sen.Joni Ernst
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