Currently holds the office of Iowa Auditor until January 1, 2027.
Candidate for Iowa Governor in 2026 Iowa Primary Election.
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Get StartedI would veto any culture war bills that cross my desk that further attacks on providers, make Iowa a less welcoming place to live, and threaten access to surrogacy, contraception, and IVF. Learn more
Requiring mandatory prison sentences for taxpayer abusers and thieves. Learn more
Legalize and regulate adult-use cannabis like alcohol. Learn more
Support Iowa farmers: Legalizing cannabis in Iowa would open up an additional revenue stream for Iowa farmers and the agriculture sector – the backbone of Iowa’s economy. As governor, Rob would prioritize the issue of grow licenses for small and mid-size family farms to help support them and manage the amount of initial licenses being issued across the state. Learn more
As Governor, Rob will get Iowa back on track – he’ll build consensus to get the state government out of the culture wars and focused on lowering costs, growing the economy, improving our education system, and helping Iowans live better, healthier lives. Learn more
As Governor, Rob will work with both parties to grow and strengthen the economy, lower costs, support public education, and help Iowans live better, healthier lives. Learn more
Increase wetlands for health and habitat. Learn more
Invest in radon testing. Learn more
Implement transparent manure management plans: We need to trust, but verify, that manure is being handled appropriately according to the plans that producers already submit to the state. Learn more
Invest in – not defund – water quality monitors. Learn more
Establish a dirty water notification system: We need cleaner water in Iowa, but we also need quicker awareness of dirty water issues. Parents – myself included – never want to pick between a fun summer afternoon or risking our children’s health and safety. Learn more
Requiring all candidates for office to file personal financial disclosures listing all individual stocks and financial holdings. Learn more
Enforcing term limits. Learn more
Reporting quarterly earnings per financial holding; and providing updated reports for any changes. Learn more
Requiring elected officials to take cognitive tests. Learn more
Requiring elected officials to take a civics test. Learn more
I support enforcing age limits for our elected officials and judges in line with the standards set for the Iowa state Supreme Court. At 78-years-old, we thank them for their service, wish them a happy retirement, and clear the way for the next generation to serve. Learn more
No immunity for chemical companies sickening Iowans. Learn more
Reverse the prohibition of sales of consumable hemp products. Learn more
Reverse the privatization of Medicaid. Learn more
Expand tele-health services. Learn more
Expand and improve current conservation programs by offering tax credits for farmers. Learn more
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