Meeting Public Comments

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A bill for an act relating to child sexual abuse and child sexual assault awareness and prevention.
Subcommittee members: Taylor-CH, Gruenhagen, Trone Garriott
Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Room 315
Comments Submitted:
The purpose of comments is to provide information to members of the subcommittee.
Names and comments are public records. Remaining information is considered a confidential record.

02-04-2026
Mickey Rottinghaus
Given our current state of affairs which is NOT improving the chances of children growing into adults and women going all their lives without having been sexually assaulted, this is a good idea. I am particularly impressed with the inclusion of guidelines for how these materials should be selected and introduced both to children and to their parents.Please vote YES on SF 172.
02-04-2026
Jonathan Danker
This bill is very much needed. It can help a child whats right and whats wrong. It could save a lot of lives. Please protect the children by SUPPORTING SF 172.
02-03-2026
Susan Cornforth
This bill is urgently needed, especially in todays climate where more and more ridiculous people who are barely educated themselves are trying to decide what everyone should know. This particular subject is URGENTLY NEEDED. Please pass.
02-03-2026
Brigitte Mohler
Yes, this is an amazing bill and meets the needs of a community. Children need to be aware of potential dangers in a time where social media and societal pressures are high. This will protect the vulnerable and create a healthier future for all.
02-03-2026
Casey Reints
I support this bill. Evidencebased violence prevention programs save lives and protect children. I am grateful that my local school district offers these programs and think that all Iowa students should receive them as well.