Iowa Voters Deliver Primary Wins for Proven School Choice Champions

DALLAS, Texas — AFC Victory Fund today congratulated a slate of proven school choice champion candidates on their victories in Iowa’s June 2 primary elections, underscoring steadfast voter support for candidates committed to protecting and advancing Iowa’s Students First Education Savings Account (ESA) program and expanding educational opportunity for families. 

The following AFC Victory Fund-supported candidates secured primary victories: 

• SD 5 — Dave Rowley  

• SD 23 – Mike Bousselot 

• HD 17 — Devon Wood 

• HD 47 — Carter Nordman 

• HD 59 — Christian Hermanson 

• HD 88 — Helena Hayes  

AFC Victory Fund supports candidates who champion education freedom policies that empower families and expand access to high-quality learning opportunities for students across Iowa and the nation. 

Results at the ballot box, in Iowa and across the country, demonstrate the growing momentum driving school choice. Voters are demanding policies that empower parents with life-changing education freedom, and they are rewarding candidates who deliver it.

Statement from Bill Phillips, National Director of Government Affairs, AFC Victory Fund: 

“Iowa voters once again showed strong support for candidates who have proven their commitment to expanding educational opportunity for families through policies like Iowa’s ESA program. AFC Victory Fund is proud to support leaders who understand that parents deserve meaningful options and a stronger voice in their children’s education. We congratulate these candidates on their primary victories and look forward to continuing to advance school choice for Iowa families.” 

About AFC Victory Fund:

AFC Victory Fund is a federal independent expenditure-only committee, or Super PAC, affiliated with the American Federation for Children, and is committed to defending and advancing school choice at every level of government.