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Iowans are changing the political tide after an unprecedented special session

A behind the scenes look into grassroots organizing for abortion

Aug. 18, 2023

Devastating Near-Total Abortion Ban Passed in Iowa

Iowa Republicans used a rushed, one-day special session to pass a near-total abortion ban that outlaws abortion when cardiac activity is detected.

July 12, 2023

Harmful Near-Total Abortion Ban Introduced in Iowa

Iowa Republicans introduced a near-total abortion ban that would outlaw abortion when cardiac activity is detected.

July 7, 2023

Gov. Kim Reynolds Calls Special Session Attacking Abortion Access

Any ban or restriction on abortion is harmful and takes away Iowans’ ability to control their body and future.

July 5, 2023

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird Starts Fundraiser for Fake Women’s Health Centers While Sexual Assault Survivors Struggle to Receive Care

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird today announced she is focusing her efforts on raising funds for anti-abortion centers that do not provide legitimate medical care.

June 20, 2023

Meeting the Vice President of the United States 

A Young College Student and Future Doctor’s Journey to Activism

March 29, 2023

Governor Reynolds Signs Ban on Gender Affirming Care for Transgender Youth

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a bill that will outlaw gender-affirming health care for Iowa youth and a bill that doesn’t allow transgender students in elementary and secondary schools to use bathrooms that align with their gender identity.

March 23, 2023

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Iowa Applauds Proactive Legislation to Expand Reproductive Rights and Health Care
 

Measures Include a restoration of the Iowa family planning network, expanded Medicaid postpartum coverage, and a constitutional amendment protecting reproductive freedom.

March 20, 2023

Iowa House Republicans Pass Ban on Gender Affirming Care for Transgender Youth, Sending it to Gov. Kim Reynolds to Sign

Iowa House Republicans approved a measure today that would outlaw gender-affirming health care for Iowa youth, sending it to Gov. Kim Reynolds’ desk for her signature.

March 9, 2023