Austin Baeth
Austin Baeth District 36 covers parts of Polk County. According to the Iowa General Assembly member profile, Austin Baeth lists Physician as occupation and resides in Polk County. In the 91st General Assembly, Austin Baeth serves on the Administration and Rules, Commerce, Health and Human Services committees.
Campaign site
“My name is Austin Baeth and I'm running as a Democratic candidate for House District 36 because our system is sick and I'm a doctor with experience fixing complex problems. I'm not going to give up on my community, my kids' future, or what it means to be an Iowan.”
(Candidate statement) “I'm not going to give up on my community, my son's future, or what it means to be an Iowan.”
(Candidate statement)Bruce Michalowski
Bruce Michalowski District 36 covers parts of Polk County. In the November 3, 2026 general election, Bruce Michalowski faces Austin Baeth for the District 36 seat currently held by Austin Baeth (D).
Campaign site
“Public safety, fiscal discipline, and individual liberty are the foundation of a thriving community, and I am running to bring common-sense representation to Iowa House District 36.”
(MSN / Des Moines Metro Candidate Q&A)