As a father of two foster children currently going through the adoption process, I have firsthand experience with the shortcomings of adopting. It’s a long, lengthy process to adopt and many times comes with a lot of costs. Our country’s adoption process needs reform, and I’m passionate about helping other Iowa families adopt.
That’s why I introduced a new bill to incentivize adoption for families and children in need across America. Learn more by watching below:
My bill would help low- and middle-income families, as well as retirees on fixed incomes, be able to offset costs associated with adopting by:
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Making tax credits permanent and fully refundable for adoption of disadvantaged children; and
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Providing much needed financial support to low-income families and retires who wish to adopt.
Family is everything to Iowans, and I want to make sure that I’m doing everything in my power to help Iowans who are willing to open their home to disadvantaged children.