News Releases

  • 03.24.2020

    Senators urge DOJ and BOP to use their authority under the First Step Act amid the coronavirus pandemic   WASHINGTON – Amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, former Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), the lead authors of the bipartisan First Step Act (FSA), led 12 of their...
  • 03.24.2020

    Prepared Floor Remarks by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of IowaOn National Ag DayTuesday, March 24, 2020VIDEO Every American is facing the uncertainty that the new coronavirus has brought to our country. Our daily lives have transformed and grocery stores have been one of the few businesses that need to stay open. While it may shock some living...
  • 03.24.2020

    Prepared Floor Remarks by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of IowaChairman, Senate Finance CommitteeTime is Ticking to Pass Critical Coronavirus Aid PackageMonday, March 23, 2020VIDEOAmerica is suffering. I don’t have to tell you the stories of personal hardship and loss because of this virus. This serious health crisis is quickly becoming a...
  • 03.23.2020

    WASHINGTON – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today discussed congressional work in response to the spread of COVID-19 and the Senate Democrats’ continued efforts to block a third relief package to help families and businesses with Neil Cavuto on Fox News Channel. Watch | Download-30-
  • 03.23.2020

    Iowa’s senior United States senator has a key role to playThe Fort Dodge Messenger Editorial BoardMarch 21, 2020 As our nation mobilizes its resources to minimize the harm caused by the coronavirus pandemic, our state and the nation is fortunate to have U.S. Sen. Charles Grassley in a key leadership role in Congress. The Iowa Republican chairs the...
  • 03.23.2020

    “The people are looking for leadership from Washington, D.C. They’re sick and tired of the partisanship.”The Hugh Hewitt ShowMonday, March 23, 2020 EXCERPTS: “I am very disgusted with the Senate Democrats for not moving this bill along so we can pass it today and get people back to work. The reason I’m disgusted with...
  • 03.22.2020

    Washington – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) released the following statement after Senate Democrats filibustered action on a critical relief package to help families and businesses coping with the economic fallout from the coronavirus. “After days of bipartisan around-the-clock negotiations to deliver immediate...
  • 03.22.2020

    Prepared Floor Remarks by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of IowaThanking Medical Professionals and First RespondersSunday, March 22, 2020VIDEO I’ve been talking with Iowa businesses, hospitals, nursing homes and local leaders about the issues they’re facing right now due to the coronavirus health crisis. I’ve talked to family and...
  • 03.21.2020

    Grassley: Significant Progress Made – Bipartisan Agreement in Sight Washington – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today released the following statement regarding ongoing negotiations for a Phase Three congressional response to the coronavirus and its impact on the U.S. economy and public health. Grassley is leading...
  • 03.21.2020

    Prepared Floor Remarks by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of IowaChairman, Senate Finance CommitteeOn Phase 3 Coronavirus Economic Relief PackageSaturday, March 21, 2020VIDEO I’m leading negotiations on tax and key health care issues as part of the third phase of economic relief to help workers, families and small...
  • 03.20.2020

    WASHINGTON – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) discussed congressional work in response to the spread of COVID-19, including the recent passage of phase one and phase two legislation and the progress of a phase three package. He spoke with WOI in Des Moines, KTIV in Sioux City and KCRG in Cedar Rapids.  Grassley on WOI...
  • 03.20.2020

    Q&A: Coronavirus and YouWith U.S. Senator Chuck GrassleyQ:  What is Congress doing to address the public health and economic emergency?A:  As the coronavirus pandemic sweeps across the country, lawmakers are working with the Trump administration to deliver an unprecedented response to this unprecedented crisis. Congress passed phase one, an...
  • 03.20.2020

    For Immediate Release Friday, March 20, 2020   Grassley Supports Reynolds Request for Federal Disaster Assistance for Iowa   WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today sent a letter to President Donald Trump asking that he promptly grant Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds’ request for an expedited review of the major disaster declaration for the...
  • 03.20.2020

    Prepared Floor Remarks by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of IowaRecognizing Parents and Grandparents during CoronavirusThursday, March 19, 2020VIDEO Much has been said on the floor the past few days regarding our nation’s response to Coronavirus. But this morning, after our prayer to the lord and after the pledge to our nation, I want to take...
  • 03.20.2020

    Prepared Remarks by U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley of IowaUnited States Senate President Pro TemporeMake No Mistake: America is at WarFriday, March 20, 2020VIDEO On September 11, 2001, America was attacked by evil. Thousands of our countrymen were murdered by terrorists. In an instant, the nation was gripped with fear and anxiety. And as our...
  • 03.19.2020

    Prepared Floor Remarks by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of IowaChairman, Senate Finance CommitteeOn Tax Relief Efforts for Families and Businesses Impacted by CoronavirusThursday, March 19, 2020VIDEO As Americans continue to do their part to curb the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, we are doing our part to support them, their families and their...
  • 03.19.2020

    Recovery Checks of Up to $1,200 for Most Taxpayers   Tax Filing Deadline Extended to July 15   Individual, Business Tax Deferral & Charitable Giving Incentives   Other Financial Flexibility Tools for Individuals, Businesses   Washington – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), along with Senate Majority...
  • 03.18.2020

    Washington – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) issued the following comments on Congressional work responding to the novel coronavirus. The Senate today passed the bipartisan Families First Coronavirus Response Act and it is now on its way to President Donald Trump to be signed into law. “The second phase of help is...
  • 03.18.2020

    Prepared Floor Remarks by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of IowaOn the COVID-19 Impact on the Auto IndustryWednesday, March 18, 2020VIDEO The Administration wants USMCA to enter into force by June 1. I’m eager as well, but we must first ensure that Canada and Mexico are complying with their commitments.  I’m especially concerned...
  • 03.17.2020

    Washington – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) issued the following comments on Congressional work responding to the novel coronavirus. “I’m glad the House of Representatives was able to fix some of the problems in the initial version of the phase two response to coronavirus and pass it last night. Over the...