Senator Joni Ernst, a dedicated advocate for small businesses, recently released a video celebrating National Small Business Week. In the video, she highlighted the resilience of Main Street businesses in the face of challenges brought on by the Biden administration. As Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business Committee, Ernst has been at the forefront of supporting initiatives that benefit small businesses across the country.
Throughout her time in office, Ernst has worked tirelessly to improve access to child care and support veteran entrepreneurs. She has also pushed back against risky lending rules imposed by the Biden administration. In Iowa, Ernst has been instrumental in legislation such as the Stop Stolen Valor for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Contractors Act, which aims to close loopholes in federal contracting for veteran-owned small businesses. Additionally, she has worked on the Small Business Child Care Investment Act and the Prove It Act, both aimed at increasing access to affordable child care and reforming mentorship programs for female entrepreneurs.
Senator Ernst’s commitment to advocating for American entrepreneurs doesn’t stop there. She continues to support job creation through her work on the Small Business Committee. With these initiatives and her unwavering dedication to supporting small businesses, Senator Ernst remains a valuable resource for entrepreneurs across the nation.