Ernst Pushes for Efficient & Effective Disaster Assistance for Iowa’s Businesses

In her opening remarks, Senator Ernst highlighted the devastating impact of flooding in Iowa, including an estimated $1.6 billion in damages, and her work to get the disaster aid package across the finish line and signed into law. She recognized the significant role the SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance has played in the recovery effort and how important it is to continue assessing the programs to ensure they’re providing “effective and timely assistance” to those impacted.