Joni Ernst
Senator · IA · R
Current term Jan 3, 2021 – Jan 3, 2027 · In the Senate since Jan 6, 2015
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Senator · IA · R
Current term Jan 3, 2021 – Jan 3, 2027 · In the Senate since Jan 6, 2015
Official websiteContact formBiographical Directory
Portrait: U.S. Government Publishing Office, via unitedstates/images (public domain)
209 cosponsored bills and resolutions, from Congress.gov. Withdrawn cosponsorships are labeled.
S. 4315 · Hemp Safety Enforcement Act
Introduced Apr 16, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 16, 2026 · original cosponsor · withdrew as cosponsor Apr 21, 2026 · Agriculture and Food
Latest action (Apr 16, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
S. 4219 · Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act of 2026
Introduced Mar 26, 2026 · cosponsored Mar 26, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Mar 26, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Introduced Mar 25, 2026 · cosponsored Jun 3, 2026 · Health
Latest action (Aug 7, 2026): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 552.
S. 4176 · STOP FRAUD in Medicaid Act
Introduced Mar 24, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 27, 2026 · Health
Latest action (Mar 24, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.Res. 622 · A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 21 through February 28, 2026, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the State of Alaska as a State FFA Association.
Introduced Feb 26, 2026 · cosponsored Feb 26, 2026 · original cosponsor · Agriculture and Food
Latest action (Feb 26, 2026): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S712)
S.Res. 612 · A resolution acknowledging the fourth anniversary of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, reaffirming support for the people of Ukraine, and emphasizing the importance of robust United States security guarantees within a transatlantic commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty.
Introduced Feb 24, 2026 · cosponsored Feb 24, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Feb 24, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S654)
S. 3856 · SNAP Data Transparency and Oversight Act of 2026
Introduced Feb 12, 2026 · cosponsored Feb 12, 2026 · original cosponsor · Agriculture and Food
Latest action (Feb 12, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
S.Res. 606 · A resolution condemning the Government of Iran for its suppression of the right of Iranians to peacefully assemble.
Introduced Feb 11, 2026 · cosponsored Feb 11, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Feb 11, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S582)
Introduced Feb 5, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 13, 2026 · Health
Latest action (Jul 27, 2026): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 523.
Introduced Feb 2, 2026 · cosponsored Feb 2, 2026 · original cosponsor · Taxation
Latest action (Feb 2, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.Res. 592 · A resolution supporting the designation of 2026 as the "International Year of the Woman Farmer" to recognize and honor the critical role of women in agriculture.
Introduced Jan 29, 2026 · cosponsored Jan 29, 2026 · original cosponsor · Agriculture and Food
Latest action (Jan 29, 2026): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S397; text: CR S381)
Introduced Jan 29, 2026 · cosponsored Feb 11, 2026 · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Jan 29, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
S. 3725 · Lewis and Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act
Introduced Jan 29, 2026 · cosponsored Feb 24, 2026 · Water Resources Development
Latest action (Sep 17, 2026): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 649.
S.Res. 587 · A resolution designating the week of January 25 through January 31, 2026, as "National School Choice Week".
Introduced Jan 27, 2026 · cosponsored Jan 27, 2026 · original cosponsor · Education
Latest action (Jan 27, 2026): Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S294)
S.J.Res. 102 · A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025.
Introduced Jan 27, 2026 · cosponsored Jan 29, 2026 · Taxation
Latest action (Feb 4, 2026): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 314.
S. 3697 · SAVE Moms and Babies Act of 2026
Introduced Jan 27, 2026 · cosponsored Jan 27, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Jan 27, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S292)
S.Res. 585 · A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of Ben Nighthorse Campbell.
Introduced Jan 15, 2026 · cosponsored Jan 15, 2026 · original cosponsor · Congress
Latest action (Jan 15, 2026): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S263; text: CR S261)
S. 3667 · Life at Conception Act of 2026
Introduced Jan 15, 2026 · cosponsored Jan 27, 2026 · Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Latest action (Jan 15, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced Jan 15, 2026 · cosponsored Jan 15, 2026 · original cosponsor · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Jan 15, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
S. 3639 · SAT Streamlining Act
Introduced Jan 14, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 21, 2026 · Science, Technology, Communications
Latest action (Feb 12, 2026): Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
S. 3583 · Upward Mobility Act of 2026
Introduced Jan 6, 2026 · cosponsored Jan 15, 2026 · Social Welfare
Latest action (Jun 3, 2026): Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Hearings held.
S. 3563 · A bill to require the Secretary of Defense assess and, as appropriate, implement open technical standards for digital content provenance, and for other purposes.
Introduced Dec 18, 2025 · cosponsored Dec 18, 2025 · original cosponsor · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Dec 18, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Introduced Dec 16, 2025 · cosponsored Dec 16, 2025 · original cosponsor · Environmental Protection
Latest action (Dec 16, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
S. 3366 · Back the Blue Act of 2025
Introduced Dec 4, 2025 · cosponsored Dec 4, 2025 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Dec 4, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S. 3343 · Unemployment Insurance (UI) Integrity and Deficit Reduction Act
Introduced Dec 4, 2025 · cosponsored Dec 4, 2025 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Dec 4, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.