Senator Joni Ernst introduced the COST Act to enhance transparency in government spending during Sunshine Week.
Quiver AI Summary
Senator Ernst promotes transparency in government spending: In celebration of Sunshine Week, Senator Joni Ernst introduced the Cost Openness and Spending Transparency (COST) Act. This legislation mandates public disclosure of the costs associated with taxpayer-funded projects, aiming to enhance accountability in government spending.
Concerns over undisclosed expenditures: Ernst highlighted the Government Accountability Office’s report revealing $77.5 billion in undisclosed spending through "Other Transaction Agreements" from 2021 to 2025. She praised the Small Business Administration's efforts but expressed concern regarding compliance at the Pentagon.
Call for accountability: Ernst emphasized that transparency is crucial for understanding taxpayer dollar usage. She noted that oversight is essential for ensuring laws are effectively implemented and recognized organizations advocating for spending transparency.
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Joni Ernst Fundraising
Joni Ernst recently disclosed $153.2K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 31st, 2026. This was the 2910th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 100.0% came from individual donors.
Ernst disclosed $1.2M of spending. This was the 45th most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Ernst disclosed $2.1M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 198th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Joni Ernst's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Joni Ernst Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Joni Ernst is worth $817.8K, as of March 19th, 2026. This is the 350th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Ernst has approximately $120.8K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Joni Ernst's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Ernst.
Joni Ernst Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Joni Ernst:
- S.4059: A bill to provide requirements for Executive agency spending at the end of a fiscal year, and for other purposes.
- S.3971: Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act
- S.3954: A bill to terminate the ability of eligible telecommunications carriers in certain States to use State eligibility determination processes in place of the National Verifier to determine the eligibility of consumers for Lifeline service.
- S.3902: RECEIPTS Act
- S.3837: Iowa National Guard Heroes Commemoration Act
- S.3789: Prospectus Modernization Act of 2026
You can track bills proposed by Joni Ernst on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Ernst.
2026 Iowa US Senate Election
There has been approximately $14,306,795 of spending in Iowa US Senate elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $464,441 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- CLEARPATH ACTION FUND, INC. ($184,503)
- SLF PAC ($167,029)
- INDIVISIBLE ACTION ($30,951)
- SENATE LEADERSHIP FUND ($26,600)
- UNITED BREAST CANCER SUPPORT PAC ($20,440)
The rating for this race is currently "Likely R".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 Iowa US Senate election.
