Friend,

For too many Iowa women, especially in rural communities, basic health care isn’t always convenient. I’ve been focused on improving maternal care and women’s health overall because a lot of women still don’t have access to the support they need.

It’s the mom trying to juggle work and kids, the young woman just starting her career, or someone who lives an hour away from the nearest doctor. Something as routine as getting birth control can turn into taking time off work, finding child care, and making a long drive just to get a prescription.

We should make it easier for adult women to access safe, effective, FDA-approved birth control over-the-counter. This is practical, safe, and long overdue.

I’ve heard from women across Iowa who simply want more options. My legislation, the Allowing Greater Access to Safe and Effective Contraception Act, would push the FDA to move faster in reviewing safe, existing contraceptives for over-the-counter use, helping bring more safe options to the market for women 18 and up.

Women should also be able to choose longer-term options if that’s what works best for them. My Access to LARCs Act would expand access to long-acting birth control like IUDs and arm implants, especially in rural areas where those options can be harder to find.

This is about making health care work better for women in real life. I’ll keep fighting to ensure women get greater opportunity to plan their families and futures.

Best,

Celebrating Iowa Agriculture

It was so great to be with Iowa’s ag leaders and friends at the 14th Annual Ag Leaders Dinner. We honored our farmers, ag community, and the ag leaders in our state. Agriculture is the backbone of our economy in Iowa, and through every challenge, our farmers never waver in their pride and purpose. Proud to celebrate them as part of America 250! 

Team Hinson Out and About

This week, my team attended a welcome home ceremony for the 2nd Brigade Combat Team in Cedar Rapids. There were lots of tears, hugs, and so much pride as families reunited after months apart. They have carried so much while waiting for their loved ones to return, and I'm so thankful they’re together again.



Matt and I pray for a smooth transition home for these families, and continue to keep those still serving overseas in our hearts.

The team also attended the fourth annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner, hosted by the Becker-Chapman American Legion Post in Waterloo. Thanks to the Rotary Club for putting on such a great event, and to everyone who came out. We are forever indebted to our military heroes for their service and sacrifice! 

It was our privilege to join a memorial and suicide awareness walk in Cedar Rapids to honor U.S. Probation Officer Dan Velasco, who we tragically lost last year. Dan’s service was a vital part of keeping our communities safe.

Those who dedicate their lives to this work don’t always get the recognition they deserve, but the impact they leave behind speaks for itself. We are so grateful to have seen so many people come out to honor Dan and share how he made a difference in so many people’s lives.