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I’ve long warned about a potential government cover-up of the truth, which our brave witness has confirmed to us today,” said Senator Ernst. “I haven’t backed down from fighting for more information on the true COVID origins, and yet…
"Toploft Clothing is a seamless example of the innovation, adaptability, and entrepreneurial drive that define Iowa small businesses," said Chair Ernst.
Small business employers hoping to reward top talent are instead faced with the reality that due to misguided federal policies, rewarding hard workers may actually harm their employees financially.
The brazen nature of these fraudsters’ behavior is alarming and warrants closer examination.
This bill takes action to get corrections officers the resources they deserve, break the stigma around mental health, and prevent future tragedies.
I am asking the SBA Office of Inspector General to investigate these loans and recover every last cent.
I’m honored to receive this award for my work championing policies that support biobased manufacturing so our state can continue leading the way in our growing ag bioeconomy.
By empowering states, the Upward Mobility Act will reduce government imposed barriers to financial independence and streamline the administration of federal welfare programs while taking measures to protect against fraud.
Hard working folks shouldn’t be punished for doing what is right for themselves and their families.
Benefits cliffs also create significant workforce challenges for small businesses seeking to grow their operations.
With misguided incentives, workers are encouraged to put off promotions, turn down full time work, and decline overtime opportunities to maintain eligibility for federal welfare programs.
To make matters worse, the complex interactions of dozens of different programs create unintended cliffs and inhibit upward mobility.
It’s clear that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution.
Benefits cliffs create a paradox where the federal government, in effect, penalizes workers and leaves them worse off for pursuing higher income.
Today I am excited to convene this Committee to discuss the important issue of federal benefits cliffs and their impact on America’s job creators.
For far too many small businesses and their employees, federal bureaucracy stands in the way of economic opportunity.
Over the past 50 years, the national poverty rate has barely moved — and Iowa is no exception.
Allowing firms with financial or operational ties to foreign adversaries to secure federal contracts and influence defense-related decisions creates an unacceptable national security risk.