Iowa Senate

Candidates were invited to respond to the following questions on issues affecting Iowa families and communities. Responses are published as submitted, with minor formatting edits for readability. 

1. Child Care: Affordable, reliable childcare is one of the biggest challenges facing Iowa families and employers. If elected, what specific actions would you take to improve access to affordable, high quality childcare in Iowa?

2. Paid Family and Medical Leave: Many Iowa workers face difficult choices when welcoming a new child, recovering from a serious illness, or caring for a loved one. What policies would you support to improve access to paid family and medical leave? What role should state and/or federal government play?

3. Maternal Health: Many Iowa communities have experienced maternity care shortages, and maternal health outcomes vary across the state, particularly in rural areas. If elected, what actions would you take to improve access to pregnancy, birth, post partum, and maternal health care for Iowa families?

4. 2030 Vision for Iowa Families: What is one thing Iowa can do over the next four years to become the best place to raise a family?

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