Joni Ernst

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This bill would temporarily raise the dollar amounts for federal building and repair projects that need special approval from Congress. For three years, from budget year 2026 through 2028, many projects would no longer need this detailed review. This could speed up work for federal agencies and contractors.

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This bill would make federal government employee information more public. It would create a searchable website with details like job titles and salaries for civil service workers. It would also require annual reports on how many contract employees the government uses and how much they cost.

Currently, married couples who work for the same employer face certain limits on how much combined family and medical leave they can take under federal law. This bill would remove those specific limits, giving each spouse more flexibility to take the leave they need for qualifying reasons.

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This bill would change how leftover money from a federal program to expand internet access is handled. Instead of states getting all remaining funds, any money not specifically set aside for a project would go to the U.S. Treasury to help reduce the national debt. This means states and territories would only receive funds they have already planned to use.

This bill would change how people can use their SNAP benefits for prepared meals. It would stop quick-service or fast-food restaurants from taking these benefits. Instead, it would focus on grocery stores with deli counters. It would also set new rules for what kind of meals can be bought and would no longer allow spouses of eligible individuals to use the program.

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This bill would take back money set aside for COVID-19 that hasn't been spent yet from several major relief laws. These funds would then be used to help lower the national debt. Federal programs would lose access to this money, but the President could keep some funds if it's for national security.

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