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February 06, 2018
Grassley, Ernst and Manchin Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Restore Veterans’ Second Amendment Rights
WASHINGTON – Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) introduced bipartisan legislation along with Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.V.) to restore... -
January 30, 2018
Ernst Applauds President Trump’s State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) tonight issued a statement following President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union address: “Tonight, we heard a message of... -
January 26, 2018
Ernst Calls on Increased Transparency at VA over Hiring Practices
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) issued the following statement after the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) responded to a December 21st letter she sent... -
January 16, 2018
Ernst touts VETS Act at Iowa Veterans Home
‘Access to health care for vets is a top priority’ MARSHALLTOWN — The bipartisan VETS Act, designed to increase telehealth offerings to veterans, particularly... -
January 16, 2018
Ensuring access to services
U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, toured the complex of the Iowa Veterans Home Monday morning, accompanied by IVH Commandant Timon Oujiri and state Rep. Dean Fisher, R-Montour, as well... -
January 15, 2018
72 years in the making
Newton World War II vet honored More than 70 years later a local veteran received recognition for serving in World War II. Newton native Kenneth Arthur, 92, was full of joy when... -
January 14, 2018
WWII Veteran Receives Medals 70 Years Later
NEWTON, Iowa -- A Newton family likely didn't pay much attention to the falling snow on Sunday, as they had a more important and meaningful reason to head inside... -
January 10, 2018
Connect to Congress: IA Senator Ernst on Vets Act, 2017 successes and 2018 priorities
We spoke with Senator Joni Ernst out of Iowa on Wednesday. Access to better healthcare could soon be on the way thanks to a Tri-State lawmaker. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) is... -
A bipartisan bill from U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA) to provide American military veterans with increased telehealth services that include mental health care unanimously passed the...
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January 03, 2018
Bipartisan VETS Act Passes Senate
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Veterans E-Health & Telemedicine Support (VETS) Act, introduced by Senators Ernst and Mazie Hirono (D-HI), unanimously passed the... -
December 22, 2017
2017 Ernst Initiatives and Victories for Iowa
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As 2017 comes to a close, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) today released a series of initiatives and victories she led throughout the year on behalf of Iowans.... -
December 21, 2017
Ernst, Grassley Receive Response from VA on Hiring Practices, Push for More Answers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Responding to a December 4th letter from Senators Joni Ernst and Chuck Grassley, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today said that the Iowa City VA... -
December 09, 2017
Senators' VA demands are proof watchdog approach works
With so many high-profile politicians expressing misgivings about media, it’s good to see U.S. Sens. Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst haven’t hesitated to pounce on news reports of... -
December 06, 2017
Iowa senators pledge to hold VA accountable after waitlist revelations
WASHINGTON — Both of Iowa’s U.S. senators said Tuesday that they were recently assured by the Trump administration it will hold accountable individuals responsible for... -
December 06, 2017
Ernst says meeting with VA was “emotionally charged” on hiring doctor with revoked license
WASHINGTON - Iowa Senator Joni Ernst says she had an "emotionally charged" meeting with an official from the VA about the agency hiring a surgeon who had a history of malpractice... -
December 06, 2017
Senators call for faster care at Omaha VA
Following a letter of response from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding a recent report that details unauthorized waiting lists outside of the VA patient tracking... -
December 05, 2017
Ernst, Grassley Issue Statement on Latest Regarding Omaha VA Waitlist
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following a letter of response from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding a recent report that details unauthorized waiting lists outside of the VA... -
December 05, 2017
Senators Grassley And Ernst Want Answers And Actions On Illegal Hiring Of VA Hospital Providers
Yesterday (Monday), Iowa Senators Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) voicing concerns and seeking more information after a... -
December 05, 2017
VETS Act legislation heads to Senate floor
Bill provides greater access to telehealth benefits for veterans A new bill designed to help veterans gain greater access to health care services by providing telemedicine benefits... -
December 04, 2017
Iowa Senators Seek Answers on Iowa City VA Hiring Practices
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Iowa Senators Joni Ernst and Chuck Grassley sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) expressing concern and seeking information over...