Iowa House Democrats

Early in-person voting has officially started in Iowa! Visit myiowa.vote to find your early voting location.

Across the state, we’re hearing one thing: Iowans need relief from rising costs. House Democrats tried to expand the scope of the special session to lowering costs for Iowans, but Republicans refused.

Change starts at the ballot box. This National Voter Registration Day, check your registration and make sure you’re ready to vote: voterready.iowa.gov

Workers deserve a voice on the job, fair wages, good benefits, and the power to stand together. Join us and #ThankAUnion for an eight-hour workday and a two-day weekend! Sign the petition to recognize September as Labor Union Appreciation Month: actionnetwork.org/forms/reco…

Iowa House Democrats are standing in solidarity with striking UAW workers in Cedar Rapids. We signed a letter calling on Novolex to negotiate in good faith and deliver the fair wages, health care, and retirement workers deserve.

Every Iowan should be able to count on clean, safe water. That’s why Iowa House Democrats introduced the Iowa Healthy Water Act this year and will continue pushing for policies that strengthen water quality across our state.

⚾️ Play ball! Join us Sunday, August 30 for the Annual Legislative Softball Game! Cheer on the Iowa Cubs at 1:08 PM, then stick around to watch lawmakers battle it out on the field. Proceeds support Aiming for a Cure and Blue Star Mothers of Iowa. 🎟️tinyurl.com/dbwk23yx

As Iowa’s students and teachers head back to school, we’re grateful for the educators who work every day to teach and support Iowa’s 480,000 public school students. Add your name to our thank-you card and show Iowa’s educators your appreciation: actionnetwork.org/forms/than…

Back-to-school shopping? Don't forget Iowa's Sales Tax Holiday is this Friday and Saturday. Save on eligible clothing and shoes before the weekend is over! Learn more about the sales tax holiday on August 7th & 8th at: tax.iowa.gov/iowas-annual-sa…

The application for the 2027 Legislative Page Program is open! Iowa high school juniors & seniors interested in having a front row seat to the political process are encouraged to apply. Apply to be a Page here: legis.iowa.gov/careers

July 1 marks the start of 149 new Iowa laws that could impact Iowans. While some of the new laws are a step in the right direction, others raise real concerns. See what's changing on July 1 and explore the full list of new laws at: iowahouse.org/f/new-laws-sta… #ialegis

Today marks four years since the U.S. Supreme Court's Dobbs decision overturned #Roe. In Iowa, the consequences have been that women and families are facing fewer health care options, longer travel distances to deliver a baby, and growing barriers to reproductive care. #ialegis

A new report found nearly 79% of Iowa voucher recipients were already expected to attend private schools. Private school tuition has risen nearly 50%. Iowa Republicans call it "school choice," but it's really a taxpayer-funded subsidy for private schools while public schools pay.

It's Primary Election Day in Iowa! Make your voice heard and be sure to vote today. Polls are open until 8 p.m. Find your polling place here: apps.sos.iowa.gov/elections/…

Property taxes keep going up, and Iowans need relief. Let’s compare. Iowa House Democrats' plan would deliver real, immediate relief for Iowans. The Iowa House Republican plan doesn’t come close. #ialegis

Working Iowans in the grocery checkout line should have the same protections as millionaires and big corporations. #ialegis

We need to do everything we can to protect and look after Iowa’s kids in foster care. Today’s vote on HF 1003 moves us in that direction. #ialegis

For years, Iowa House Democrats fought alongside Iowans to clean up our water. Today, their voices led to real action, with a first step toward healthier water across our state. #ialegis

Private school vouchers are set to cost $1 billion dollars, with no income limitations. Today, Iowa House Democrats voted to rein in private school vouchers and make Iowa #1 in public education again. #ialegis

When equipment breaks down, every hour matters. Today, I joined my colleagues in voting for a Right to Repair bill, which means faster fixes, lower costs, and less downtime for Iowa farmers. #RegainingFarmersIndependence #ialegis