Friend, 

It's National School Choice Week, and it's a good moment to remember something Iowa parents already know: when it comes to education, moms and dads know their kids best, not Washington bureaucrats.

No two kids learn the same way—I see it with my two boys, who both go to public school and have very different learning styles. Families deserve real options that fit their child’s needs, and every child should have world-class education regardless of their parents’ income or zip code. 

Under Governor Reynolds’ strong leadership, Iowa recently joined a new tax credit program—established in the Working Families Tax Cuts—for people who donate to approved K-12 scholarship organizations. These scholarships give families greater flexibility and resources to invest directly in their children’s education. This is a huge win for K-12 parents!

And thanks to the Trump Administration, we’re taking meaningful steps to return education decisions to the states through the Returning Education to the States Waiver—putting Iowa families back in the driver’s seat instead of one-size-fits-all federal mandates. This will save Iowa nearly eight million dollars (yes, you read that correctly) over four years in compliance costs —money that Iowa schools can put directly back into our classrooms. 

School choice is about opportunity, flexibility, and empowering families. I’m proud of the progress we’ve made, and I’ll keep fighting to make sure Iowa parents—not the federal government—are in charge of their kids’ education.

Sincerely,

Trump Accounts

Raising a family is more expensive than ever—and Washington should be helping parents plan for the future, not making it harder. That’s why we’re launching Trump Accounts, a new way to invest in America’s next generation from day one. Every child born this year will receive $1,000 in their Trump account, placed in a professionally managed account that grows over time. 

Families and employers can contribute annually, and at 18, kids can use the funds or keep letting them grow. If a child receives the maximum $5,000 per year into their Trump account, that account could grow to around $170,000 by age 18.

Open an account by filing IRS Form 4547 with your tax return or after your child is born. I am proud to help champion immediate relief for Iowa parents and long-term opportunity for our children—and we are only getting started!

Trump Accounts launch this summer on July 5th! Learn more here.

Team Hinson in IA-02

This week my staff joined the annual meeting of the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance! It was great to hear updates and celebrate accomplishments as Cedar Rapids continues to grow and thrive!

We also recently got the chance to visit with Iowa FFA members at the State Capitol for the annual legislative symposium. These bright individuals are the future of agriculture, and we're excited to see all they accomplish for Iowa ag.