On February 27, 2020 the Iowa House of Representatives voted unanimously 95-0 and 5 absences to approve HF 2366. This bill was formally known as HF706 and is a bill to replace the term “visitation” with the term “parenting time” throughout the Iowa codes. This recommendation creates no legal change … Read More
February 2020 Advocate of the Month
Congratulations to Nicole Kettler for being named the February 2020 FUAN Advocate of the Month. She has been assisting us with our press releases for the past six months. Her fantastic work helps us gain exposure for FUANs Mission of Family Law Reform. Nicole graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas … Read More
Loser Pays Legal Fees In Family Court?
This article is a guest submission by Tom McDermott. Tom McDermott is a full-time advocate for equal parenting rights. He works diligently in that role except on days when he has his children. On those days, he devotes every minute to them being keenly aware of the limited time. Tom … Read More
What You Need To Know About The Iowa Caucuses and Family Law Reform
By Rosanne Plante Have you ever dreamed about being powerful and influential? Have you ever thought you could add ideas and value to the current political climate? Maybe you just want your voice to be heard. February 3rd marks the date of the Iowa caucuses. With our first in the … Read More
January 2020 Advocate of the Month
Congratulations to our FUAN January 2020 Advocate of the Month – Dr. Mark David Roseman. Dr. Roseman is part of the FUAN Legislative Lobbying & Strategy Committee (LLSC), as well as a frequent FUAN contributor. He has helped to organize and attend Family Law Reform events in Iowa, his native … Read More
Actions or Regrets
Imagine if you will, being a fit and loving parent for many years in a relationship that was like so many others. There were ups and downs. Still, both parents fulfilled their part to provide for their family with no history of abuse, neglect, no criminal record, or even lack … Read More