Iowa Open Letters

From a verified voter in Des Moines, IA

I write to you today with the utmost urgency regarding the escalating situation in Rafah. Despite warnings from its allies, Israel has initiated a ground invasion into Rafah, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis. Mere months ago, Israel issued evacuation orders for millions of people to

From a verified voter in Iowa City, IA

As you should be aware, many small colleges have been closing and those of us working at small colleges are being warned how close we are to closure due to financial hardship, exacerbated by external factors. Our country is not served by fewer quality educational opportunities for students across th

From a verified voter in Fairfield, IA

Support H.R. 3086 for Breast Cancer Screening Equity

The Find It Early Act (H.R. 3086) is a crucial step towards ensuring comprehensive health coverage for individuals at higher risk for breast cancer. It proposes amendments to existing acts to cover additional screening and diagnostic imaging, including mammograms, ultrasounds, and MRIs, without cost

From a verified voter in Des Moines, IA

"Addressing Mental Health Crisis in Iowa: Urgent Action Needed"

The current state of mental health services in Iowa is inadequate, with a significant number of individuals unable to access the care they need. Recent data indicates that 1 in 5 adults in Iowa experiences mental health issues, yet the state ranks 47th in the nation for state psychiatric bed availab

From a constituent in West Des Moines, IA

Do not sign HF 2605.

Please do not sign HF 2605. Hemp derived products are a useful and viable tool for those of us who do not wish to smoke/vape cannabis. I deal with generalized anxiety disorder, as well as the long term effects from a car crash in 2016 that caused a bulging disc in my neck that radiates pain throug

From a verified voter in Cedar Rapids, IA

Vote no in HF2586

I know you know arming teachers is wrong. More guns in school is not the answer. Vote NO on HF2586!