Senator Joni Ernst

05/25/2026

Today on Memorial Day, join me in remembering and honoring the service and sacrifice of the brave men and women who have worn our nation’s uniform.

Our nation owes these heroes a debt that can never be repaid.

05/18/2026

I was honored to present my Small Business of the Week award to LeRette Funeral Chapel of Montgomery County!

During life’s most difficult moments, LeRette Funeral Chapel is there to provide families with personalized and affordable care and services.

Thank you, Brian and Dawn, for being so committed to supporting the Red Oak community with dignity and compassion.

05/15/2026

Iowans deserve timely and efficient mail service and it’s unacceptable that residents of Urbandale have been forced to deal with delayed and misdirected mail for years because they haven’t been given their own ZIP code.

My new bipartisan bill that would end confusing mail delays and delivery issues.

The city has dealt with mailing problems and delays.

05/14/2026

After tonight’s historic vote in the House, we are closer than ever to delivering:
✅Lower gas prices
✅New markets for Iowa farmers
✅My provision to cut red tape and unlock E15 at every fuel pump

Now, it’s the Senate’s turn to pass year round E15 immediately!

05/11/2026

Happy Police Week!

Our law enforcement officers work hard to protect our Iowa communities and keep Americans safe.

This week and every week, we are grateful for their tireless service and sacrifice.

05/08/2026

Presenting my Small Business of the Week award to Boone River Financial was the perfect way to wrap up National Small Business Week!

This thriving business is a trusted partner for folks in Webster City, delivering financial advice and services that pay dividends.

05/08/2026

Local grocers like Latimer's make a difference in rural Iowa by keeping the shelves stocked in small communities and delivering for their neighbors year after year.

I was honored to present them with my Small Business of the Week award this National Small Business Week.

05/08/2026

I was proud to recognize Sister’s Home Style Entrees with my Small Business of the Week award.

Serving nearly 90,000 meals a month, this operation is a powerful example of how a heartfelt idea, guided by strong leadership, can grow into an essential service.

05/08/2026

In celebration of National Small Business Week, I visited Heart ‘n Home to see firsthand how Julie’s passion for crafting and eye for design helped this business bloom from its humble beginnings as a garage-based floral shop.

One arrangement at a time, Heart ‘n Home brings warmth and creativity to folks in Pocahontas. It was an honor to present my Small Business of the Week award to this incredible business.

05/07/2026

Next stop on my River to River Tour:📍Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center

I was inspired by the hard work the Schumanns and Hustedts put in to restoring this historic space for Buena Vista County.

Jenn and Natalie are outstanding examples of what it looks like to invest in your community, and I can’t think of anyone more deserving to receive my Small Business of the Week award this National Small Business Week.