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The Iowa Catholic Conference

The official public policy voice of the bishops of Iowa.

At the state legislature we advocate for policies that respect the life and dignity of the human person, and apply the principles of Catholic social teaching to critical issues of the day.

We encourage Catholics to inform their conscience and participate in the political process. Sign up for our newsletter and follow us in social media to stay informed and add your voice to that of many Catholics from around the state.

With your help we can change the course of public debate on issues at the core of Catholic social and moral teaching.

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“In the Catholic tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue and participation in political life is a moral obligation.”

− Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

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June 22, 2026

ICC Newsletter, June 22, 2026

Hundreds participate in Iowa March for Life Thanks to the many of you who participated in the Iowa March for Life on June 20. Bishop William Joensen of Des Moines…
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June 22, 2026

2026 session, voting report on HF 571, conscience protection for medical professionals

Voting report on HF 571, offering additional conscience protection for medical professionals On the question “Shall the bill pass?”  in the Senate: Yeas, 30: Alons Bousselot Campbell Costello Dawson Dickey…
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June 22, 2026

2026 session: voting report on HF 2788, abortion pill regulation

Voting report on HF 2788, a bill requiring abortion pills to be provided in person by a medical professional On the question “Shall the bill pass?” in the House: The…
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June 22, 2026

2026 session: voting report on HF 2754, omnibus education bill

Voting report on HF 2754, a bill offering a second semester sign-up for Education Savings Account, funding for community providers of preschool through the Department of Education, and additional funding…
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June 22, 2026

2026 session: Voting report on SF 2231, preschool and religious liberty

Voting report on SF 2231, a bill requiring public school districts to partner with qualified community providers of preschool On the question “Shall the bill pass?” (S.F. 2231) in the…
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June 4, 2026

ICC Newsletter, June 4, 2026

Iowans choose candidates More than 400,000 Iowans voted in the primary election earlier this week, making up about 19% of registered voters. In a close race, Zach Lahn won the…
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May 26, 2026

ICC Newsletter, May 26, 2026

Voting has begun for Iowa’s primary elections on June 2 and the Iowa Secretary of State has an information page on elections and voter registration. The Iowa Advocates for Choice…
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May 4, 2026

ICC Newsletter, Session Ends, May 4, 2026

The 2026 session of the 91st General Assembly adjourned for the year on Sunday night after a marathon overnight session. Here’s what happened on the legislative front from the Iowa…
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April 27, 2026

ICC Newsletter, April 27, 2026

Check out the Iowa Catholic Conference sample messages for legislators at www.votervoice.net/icc/home. ICC staff is still working to get the omnibus education bill to the floor of the Senate for…
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April 20, 2026

ICC Newsletter, April 20, 2026

As the Iowa legislative session appears to be heading into its final weeks, there are still significant issues related to human dignity where you can make an impact. Your messages…
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April 13, 2026

ICC Newsletter, April 13, 2026

Action alert on water quality The Iowa Catholic Conference encourages you to contact your senator and representative in support of funding to maintain Iowa’s water quality monitoring network headquartered at…
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April 5, 2026

ICC Newsletter, April 5, 2026

Happy Easter Monday! Public activity at the Capitol is slowing down as budget negotiations between the chambers continue. The House version of the “education omnibus” bill, HF 2713, has passed…
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