Statement: Politicians attack abortion in first 35 minutes of legislative session
“It’s unacceptable that instead of focusing on Iowans’ urgent needs during this global pandemic, anti-abortion politicians are attacking Iowans' health care on the first day they are back at the capitol,” said Jamie Burch Elliott, Director of Public Affairs for Planned Parenthood Advocates of Iowa.
Biden and Harris Claim Victory, Putting Reproductive Rights Champions Back in the Oval Office
Democratic Presidential Nominee Joe Biden claimed victory Saturday over incumbent President Donald Trump, paving the way for the country to begin rebuilding reproductive health care and freedoms at the federal level.
Iowa Election Results Could Impact Iowans’ Reproductive Freedom
Iowa Republicans who oppose reproductive freedom will maintain their control at the statehouse and gain seats in Congress, putting reproductive rights and health care in the state at risk.
How to Vote in Iowa
A handy guide to give you the information you need to register to vote, complete an application to vote by mail, and submit your ballot.
Why the Supreme Court Vacancy Matters
We cannot sit idly by and allow a U.S. Supreme Court nominee to be pushed through in an election year. Voters must have their say at the polls and make their voice heard to their Senators.
Statement from Planned Parenthood Advocates of Iowa on President Trump’s U.S. Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett
The future of health care and LGBTQ, abortion and equality rights—everything Ruth Bader Ginsberg spent her entire career advancing and protecting—are at stake with this nomination. Our elected officials should respect her last wishes to wait and install a replacement after inauguration, instead of putting divisive politics ahead of human decency and doing the right thing.
Planned Parenthood Announces Regional "RBG Week of Action"
In the wake of the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, people are coming together to protect her legacy, progress, and to defend her last wish—that her seat on the Supreme Court is not filled until after Inauguration Day.
What You Need to Know About Volunteering at a Virtual Phone Bank
Phone banking is one of the best ways to reach the most people in the shortest time, and you can phone bank from the comfort of your own home!
What We’re Fighting For
Since Republicans took control of the Iowa Legislature in 2016, the attacks on sexual and reproductive health and rights have been relentless.