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March 15, 2021
At Start of Sunshine Week, Ernst Exposes Hypocrisy of Government Climate Officials, Pushes for Transparency
WASHINGTON – At the start of “Sunshine Week,” U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) is exposing the hypocrisy of government officials who are targeting fossil fuels... -
March 15, 2021
During Sunshine Week, Ernst Rolls Out Government Transparency, Accountability Efforts
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), the Senate’s leading foe of government waste, is kicking off Sunshine Week – an annual celebration all about transparency – by... -
March 12, 2021
Sen. Joni Ernst: Biden must own border crisis as emerging national security threat to US
It’s a tragedy that seems to play on an endless loop. Unaccompanied children, and families, making perilous journeys at the hands of ruthless smugglers to... -
March 11, 2021
Following Reports of Misinterpreted Research, Ernst Demands Answers from CDC on School Reopening Data
WASHINGTON—Following reports that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) “misinterpreted” research on school reopenings, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) is calling... -
March 10, 2021
Ernst Statement on Regan Confirmation Vote
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, voted in opposition to Michael Regan to be the next... -
March 10, 2021
As House Democrats Shove Through Partisan “COVID Relief” Package, Ernst Decries Irresponsible Spending of Iowa Taxpayer Dollars
WASHINGTON—Despite bipartisan opposition, today House Democrats voted to advance their partisan, nearly $2 trillion “COVID relief” package to President Biden’s desk. U.S. Senator... -
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) joined an effort to permanently repeal the federal estate tax, more commonly known as the death tax. The Death Tax Repeal Act of...
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March 09, 2021
Ernst: U.S. “must maintain sanctions on the Iranian regime…”
WASHINGTON – As Iran continues moving ahead in advancing its nuclear program and beginning to produce uranium metal, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), the top Republican on the... -
March 08, 2021
On International Women’s Day, Ernst Recognizes Achievements of Female Trailblazers, Encourages Women to Pursue their Dreams
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), the first female combat veteran elected to the U.S. Senate and first woman to represent Iowa in Congress, is recognizing the... -
March 08, 2021
Joni Ernst: The Democrats’ “COVID Relief” Bill is Partisan, Pricey, and Full of Pet Projects
It’s no secret that the worst global pandemic in a generation has brought unforeseen challenges and hardships. But it’s often during these challenging times when the American... -
March 06, 2021
Ernst on Democrats’ “COVID Relief” Bill
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) issued the following statement on the Democrats’ strictly partisan, so-called “COVID-19 relief”... -
March 05, 2021
As Democrats Reject Bipartisan Approach on COVID Relief, Ernst Calls for Democrats, Republicans to Work Together
WASHINGTON — More than five hours ago, the Senate began consideration of the Democrats’ nearly $2 trillion “COVID relief” package—during what is known as a “Vote-a-Rama.” Senate... -
March 05, 2021
Ernst Backs Amendment to Safely Get Students Back in School
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) is supporting an amendment to the Democrats’ partisan $1.9 trillion spending proposal to ensure that school reopening... -
WASHINGTON – In light of scientific research showing low community transmission of COVID-19 in schools, especially among younger children, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) is...
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March 04, 2021
Ernst: Before Passing Another Massive Bill, Iowans Deserve Transparency Around Unspent COVID Funds
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) joined her colleagues Senators Rick Scott (R-Fla.) and James Lankford (R-Okla.) on the Senate floor to introduce a proposal that would... -
March 03, 2021
Ernst: Democrats’ “COVID Relief” Bill Punishes Iowa Taxpayers, Rewards Poorly-Run States
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) continued to fight on behalf of hardworking Iowa taxpayers today, calling out the Democrats’ nearly $2 trillion "COVID relief" package... -
March 03, 2021
Ernst Calls for Memorial on National Mall Honoring Troops Who Served in the Global War on Terrorism
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), who commanded 150 troops during Operation Iraqi Freedom and is the first female combat veteran to serve in the U.S. Senate, is... -
March 03, 2021
Ernst Urges Biden Admin: Work with our allies on an effective and enforceable arms embargo against Iran ASAP
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), the top Republican on the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, along with Senator Bill Hagerty... -
March 02, 2021
Ernst: “With a one party monopoly of Washington, Democrats are back to their old spending games.”
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) spoke on the Senate floor today calling out congressional Democrats for fast tracking their highly partisan $1.9 trillion “COVID relief... -
March 02, 2021
On Read Across America Day, Ernst Joins Preschoolers in Bettendorf to Read “What Pet Should I Get?”
WASHINGTON—Today, on National Read Across America Day, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) joined preschoolers at Hand-in-Hand of the Quad Cities in Bettendorf, Iowa to read Dr....
