So just bottom line up front then, an agency, they do not have to change the rule, even if presented alternatives by Advocacy.

How can any small business keep up, and folks, sadly they cannot.

That uncertainty, how it affects the decision-making process of those that are investing in their farmland, in their businesses.

I really appreciate that context as well because we do have so many visitors that are here from out of state.

That uncertainty, how it affects the decision-making process of those that are investing in their farmland, in their businesses.

not just survive but thrive.

not just survive but thrive.

So just bottom line up front then, an agency, they do not have to change the rule, even if presented alternatives by Advocacy.

I really appreciate that context as well because we do have so many visitors that are here from out of state.

How can any small business keep up, and folks, sadly they cannot.

That uncertainty, how it affects the decision-making process of those that are investing in their farmland, in their businesses.

How can any small business keep up, and folks, sadly they cannot.

The makeup of Iowa is large, in part, small, rural, Ag-based communities where those small businesses really do reinvest back into their communities.

not just survive but thrive.

So just bottom line up front then, an agency, they do not have to change the rule, even if presented alternatives by Advocacy.

I think it's important to point out when we do have failures in the system and then how do we correct those failures.

Wow! That is incredible.

The Accountability in Women-Owned Small Business Contracting Act eliminates self-certification in the program.

The distribution of program resources must be made more consistent across all states, especially in our rural areas.

I think we need to modify the way we think about childcare because not everybody works a 9 to 5 position.

Earlier this year, I introduced the PROVEIT Act which will hold federal agencies accountable when they overlook important due diligence requirements as they impose sweeping regulations that maybe aren't right for small businesses.

Unfortunately, small businesses continue to suffer under Bidenomics.

Congress should not be nationalizing independent contracting.

I thank Senator Ernst for mentioning the Small Business Childcare Investment Act because I think that's one of those opportunities.

Congress should not be nationalizing independent contracting.