Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance
11/08/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 11/08/2024 11:48
Public Policy Update: Election Outcomes
Public Policy Update: Election Outcomes
November 8, 2024 | Public Policy
All four US House races in Iowa resulted in the re-election of Republicans (District 1 has not officially been called yet, but Republican Miller-Meeks is expected to ultimately triumph), along with former President Donald Trump winning all six of Iowa's Electoral College votes.
Republicans picked up one seat in the Iowa Senate, increasing their majority to 35 versus the Democrat's 15. Republican Senator Brad Zaun of Ankeny lost to Democratic challenger Matt Blake. Also In the Des Moines area, Republican challenger Mike Pike defeated Senator Nate Boulton. In the Cedar Rapids metro area, Republican challenger Dave Sires bested Democrat Senator Eric Giddens in a district that covers parts of Benton County, and Democrat Representative Art Staed was elected to the Senate seat previously held by Democrat Senator Todd Taylor.
In the Iowa House, Republicans increased their margin to 67 over Democrat's 33. Republican challengers won four seats previously held by Democrats in Marshalltown, Dubuque, Ankeny, and Mason City. In the Cedar Rapids area, Democrat Aime Wichtendahl won the open seat vacated by Democrat Representative Art Staed, who won an open Senate seat.
Republicans and Democrats are expected to meet in person to choose their chamber leaders and begin assigning committee seats. The new legislative session begins January 13, 2025.
Congratulations to the Winners
The Economic Alliance congratulates those who won their elections in the metro area, and thanks all candidates who ran. We look forward to collaborating on pro-growth, pro-business policies.
US House District 2: Ashley Hinson (R) *
Iowa House
District 73: Elizabeth Wilson (D) *
District 74: Eric Gjerde (D) *
District 77: Jeff Cooling (D) *
District 78: Sami Sheetz (D) *
District 79: Tracy Ehlert (D) *
District 80: Aime Wichtendahl (D)
District 83: Cindy Golding (R) *
District 84: Tom Gerhold (R) *
Iowa Senate
District 40: Art Staed (D)
District 42: Charlie McClintock (R) * *Incumbent
Upcoming: 2025 Regional Legislative Launch
Join us on the evening of December 11 at Cedar Ridge in Swisher as the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance joins forces once again with Greater Iowa City, Inc. to unveil our region's state and federal priorities for 2025. The Regional Legislative Launch, sponsored by ADM and Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, comes after months of meetings and discussions with our members, stakeholders, and partners throughout the region.
2025 will be the 7th year the Economic Alliance and Greater IC have united to advocate with one voice to state and federal policymakers.
During the event, including a short program at 5:30, you be able to network with policymakers and their staff. Drinks, including our signature "Bipartisan Bourbon & Berry" drink created by Cedar Ridge, and heavy hors d'oeuvres will be provided. The Launch is open to members from both organizations and invited guests. It is a free event, but registration is required.
Regional Legislative Launch sponsored by ADM and Shuttleworth & Ingersoll
December 11, 2024 | 5:00-7:00 PM with a short program at 5:30 PM
Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery
1441 Marak Rd | Swisher, IA Register Here