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Ernst Discusses Efforts to Get Iowans Immediate Relief

WASHINGTON – After helping pass the third emergency relief package through the Senate late last night, Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) discussed her work to provide relief to Iowans from all corners of the state during the COVID-19 pandemic.

AUDIO: To download audio of Senator Ernst discussing the relief packages, click HERE.

VIDEO: To download a video of Senator Ernst discussing the relief packages, click HERE or on the photo below.

Click here or on the photo above to download a video of Ernst discussing the relief packages. 

Background on Ernst’s efforts to combat COVID-19:

Senator Ernst has fought to deliver relief to all Iowans during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some of her efforts during this challenging time:

  • Delivered major wins for Iowa’s workers, employers, health care industry, and more in the bipartisan Phase 3 package.
  • Supported  the “Phase 1” bipartisan package to provide additional resources to federal, state and local authorities.
  • Helped pass the “Phase 2” bill to provide paid sick leave, free COVID-19 diagnostic testing, and increased support for nutrition for seniors and children.
  • Called for an ‘all hands on deck’ approach to tackling the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Urged the Senate to prioritize relief for hospitals, community health centers, and workers on the front lines.
  • Announced a proposal to immediately redirect the over $350M in the Presidential Campaign Election Fund to be used to purchase specialized face masks and personal protective equipment.
  • Asked the State Department to immediately act to get Iowans stranded abroad back home.
  • Held a telephone town hall with thousands of Iowans to help answer some questions and hear directly from folks.
  • Participated in discussions at the State Emergency Operations Center with Governor Kim Reynolds last weekend.
  • Discussed the need to work together – at federal, state, and local level – to tackle COVID-19.
  • Published a column on everyone doing their part to protect seniors and fellow Iowans from COVID-19.

For additional information for Iowans on COVID-19, you can visit Senator Ernst’s website, which includes resources for families and individuals, small businesses, and seniors.

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