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February 07, 2018
Ernst Joins Bipartisan Push for Community Health Centers Funding
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) joined a bipartisan group of senators in calling on Senate leadership to immediately reauthorize funding for community health centers. In a letter to... -
February 06, 2018
Iowa lawmakers seek flood funding answers
Three federal lawmakers — in the latest attempt to press the Army Corps of Engineers to release money for the Cedar Rapids flood control system — are seeking answers to... -
(Washington, DC) On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), a member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, questioned Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)...
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January 30, 2018
Ernst Pushing for Prevention of Sexual Abuse Toward Athletes
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst hopes the attention received by the sentencing of former Michigan State and Olympic sports doctor Larry Nassar for abusing female will help push through... -
January 29, 2018
Ernst Co-Sponsors “No Budget, No Pay” Act
Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) gives a monthly "Squeal Award" to expose extravagant spending or the misuse of funds by the government. This month, the dubious award... -
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst is looking out for student athletes, as she pushes for legislation to ensure sex abuse allegations are taken seriously. MASON CITY, Iowa - U.S. Senator...
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January 26, 2018
Ernst backs U.S. Olympic Committee, gymnastics investigation
(Washington) -- Iowa Senator Joni Ernst calls it "a foot stomper"--the recent revelations regarding the sexual harassment and abuse of amateur athletes. The Red Oak Republican... -
Senators from both parties are calling for creation of a select committee to investigate the U.S. Olympic Committee and USA Gymnastics following the sentencing of a former sports...
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January 18, 2018
Ernst wants Corps of Engineers to change funding formula
WASHINGTON (KCRG-TV9) -- Iowa Senator Joni Ernst on Wednesday asked the head of the Army Corps of Engineers to change the calculation that directs where federal money for... -
January 16, 2018
Reynolds & Ernst Help Celebrate Clarke County Community & Business
Last night, braving the cold temps and a biting wind, Osceola community members, business leaders, and guests gathered at Lakeside Casino’s Event Center to celebrate... -
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 13, 2018
Ernst kicks off 99 county tour Sunday in Red Oak
Senator Joni Ernst has announced the launch of her 99 county tour for 2018 which includes public events in Montgomery and Boone counties. “In 2017 I heard from Iowans who... -
January 12, 2018
Senator Ernst says there’s more work ahead in and out of military to end sexual assault
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst says efforts to cut sexual assault in the military have been successful and similar efforts are needed for civilians. Ernst, a Republican from Red Oak, is a... -
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 04, 2018
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Means New Opportunities for Iowans
The start of a new year brings about new possibilities for folks across the country. This might be a year that parents will see their child go to college, small businesses and... -
December 20, 2017
Ernst, Young hail tax bill's passage
(Washington) -- Republican congressional leaders call it an early Christmas present--the passage of the first major tax overhaul in more than 30 years. By a 51-to-48 vote Tuesday,...