With the 2026 Iowa legislative session now adjourned sine die, we’re excited to report a strong set of pro-family, pro-life, and pro-parent victories. These wins reflect years of advocacy and directly advance our mission to strengthen families, protect the unborn, safeguard children, and uphold parental rights and religious liberty. Here’s a quick overview of key successes:
Pro-Life & Maternal Health Advances
- Abortion Pill Bill (HF 2788): Requires in-person prescriptions and dispensing of abortion-inducing drugs in a medical setting, with informed consent on the risks and reality of chemical abortion. This closes dangerous mail-order/telehealth loopholes and prioritizes women’s health.
- Medical Right of Conscience: Protects healthcare providers and institutions from being forced to participate in procedures that violate their ethical, moral, or religious beliefs (with emergency exceptions). A vital safeguard for faithful professionals.
- MOMS: Continued support and momentum for maternal health initiatives providing real alternatives and support for mothers and babies (aligned with our priorities for life-affirming care).
Protecting Children & Youth
- Age Verification: Requires pornographic websites and apps to verify users are 18+, shielding minors from harmful content. A major step for parental protection and child safety online.
- SPEAKS Act (student speech/expression protections): Safeguards students’ First Amendment rights to religious, political, and ideological expression in K-12 schools, preventing viewpoint discrimination.
Foster Care & Family Strengthening
- Foster Care Bill: Protects prospective foster and adoptive parents from disqualification based on sincerely held religious or moral beliefs regarding sexual orientation or gender identity. Expands the pool of loving homes while prioritizing child well-being.
- Foster Care Training Reform (SF 2096 – already signed): Shifts to a flexible, competency-based model that respects families’ experience and faith motivations, reducing unnecessary barriers while ensuring quality preparation. Governor Reynolds signed this earlier this spring.
Education Freedom
- School Choice: Expansions including better funding and support for charter schools, homeschool flexibility, and related measures that empower parents with more options for their children’s education.
These victories are a testament to strong legislative partnerships, persistent advocacy, and the prayers and engagement of Iowans who value life, family, and freedom. We’ll continue monitoring implementation, supporting our endorsed candidates in the upcoming elections, and preparing for the next session.
Let’s build on this momentum!
