Everyone Votes Iowa

🗳️ HAVE A FELONY CONVICTION? YOU MAY STILL HAVE THE RIGHT TO VOTE IN IOWA.

Your past does not have to keep you from having a voice in your community. ❤️💙

Under Executive Order 7, signed by Governor Kim Reynolds on August 5, 2020, many Iowans with felony convictions can have their voting rights restored after completing their sentences.

Here’s what you need to know:

✅ 1. Complete your sentence. This generally includes incarceration, parole, probation, supervised release, and any applicable special sentence.

✅ 2. Check your eligibility. Most eligible individuals have their voting rights restored upon completing their sentence. Important exception: People convicted of crimes under Iowa Code Chapter 707 (homicide and related crimes) must apply to the Governor for restoration.

✅ 3. Register to vote. Once your rights are restored, register at your current Iowa residential address.

✅ 4. Make your voice count. Once registered and otherwise eligible, you can participate in Iowa elections!

📌 Important: Under Executive Order 7, paying fines, fees, or restitution is not required for voting-rights restoration, although those financial obligations remain. If you’re unsure whether your rights have been restored, check your eligibility before registering.

🔎 Official resources:
🌐 https://RestoreYourVote.iowa.gov
🌐 https://sos.iowa.gov/voters/restoring-voter-rights

At Everyone Votes Iowa, we believe informed communities are stronger communities. Knowing your rights is an important step toward making your voice heard.

📣 KNOW YOUR RIGHTS. USE YOUR VOICE. YOUR VOTE MATTERS.

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