P {margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;} *OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR*  
*Governor Kim Reynolds *★ *Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer*     
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, March 20, 2025
MEDIA CONTACT: Mason Mauro, (515) 745-2840, [email protected] 
   *Gov. Reynolds issues statement on Iowa House passing Families First Bill*  DES MOINES— Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement in response to the Iowa House passing HF 889, a bill to provide four weeks of paid maternity leave and one week of paid paternity leave for state employees:  “Nothing is more important to me than supporting Iowa families,” Gov. Reynolds said. “The weeks after bringing home your baby are vital time for bonding and recovery and a crucial development period for newborns. I want to thank Iowa House legislators for prioritizing families and recognizing the importance of present parenting.”      The bill would also provide four weeks of paid leave for state employees who adopt a child.     # # #  

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