Joni Ernst

Senator Joni Ernst

Republican • Iowa-Iowa

Current Status: Active

About Senator Ernst

Joni Ernst, a Republican, has served as Iowa’s U.S. Senator since 2015. A former military officer, she focuses on agriculture, veterans’ affairs, and national security. Ernst serves on the Senate Agriculture Committee, supporting farm policy and rural healthcare. Her military background shapes her defense priorities.

Quick Facts

Born: 07/01/1970

Education: B.A., Iowa State University; M.P.A., Columbus College

Occupation: Military Officer

Party: Republican

Term Began: 01/03/2015

Term Ends: 01/03/2027

District Information

State: Iowa

District: Iowa

Contact Information

Washington, DC Office

730 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510

Phone: 202-224-3254

District Office

111 7th Avenue SE, Suite 480, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

Phone: 319-365-4504

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