Episode 5- Homeschool Advocacy in Iowa- Interview with Jeremy Vos
Homeschool For The Win · Jose Lopez & Jeanette McBee
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Show Notes
In this episode of Homeschool for the Win, Jose Lopez and Jeanette McBee speak with Jeremy Voss, lobbyist and Director of Advocacy for Homeschool Iowa, to talk about what is happening behind the scenes at the Iowa State Capitol and how legislation impacts homeschool families.
Jeremy explains what a homeschool lobbyist does, why legislators rely on subject matter experts, and what homeschool parents should be paying attention to during the current legislative session. The conversation explores topics such as Education Savings Accounts (ESAs), Independent Private Instruction (IPI) rules, the proposed homeschool sports bill, and the broader climate around homeschooling across the country.
Jeremy also shares practical steps homeschool families can take to protect their freedoms, including building relationships with their state legislators and staying informed about education policy.
If you’ve ever wondered how homeschool advocacy works or how families can get involved, this episode offers an inside look at how homeschooling freedom is protected at the state level.
Timestamps
00:44 Introduction and why homeschool advocacy matters
02:53 Supporting homeschool moms as dads
10:13 What a homeschool lobbyist does
25:55 Current Iowa legislation affecting homeschoolers
31:05 IPI restrictions explained
32:41 Homeschool sports bill discussion
37:25 National trends in homeschool legislation
44:15 How homeschool families can protect their freedoms
49:22 Practical steps to connect with legislators
Resources
Homeschool Iowa
Stay informed on Iowa homeschool legislation and advocacy updates and learn more about Homeschool Iowa membership.
You can also connect with Jeremy Voss through Homeschool Iowa.
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