Iowa State Senate District 29

Current seat holder: Sandy Salmon (R).

Jim Vowels

Jim Vowels District 29 covers parts of Bremer, Butler, Chickasaw, Floyd Counties. In the November 3, 2026 general election, Jim Vowels faces Sandy Salmon for the District 29 seat currently held by Sandy Salmon (R).

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“Rural Iowa is being left behind. I believe in the possibilities for Iowa when we stop bickering and start working together!” (Candidate statement)
“I believe in the possibilities for Iowa when we stop bickering and start working together!” (Candidate statement)
“That's why I'm running for the Iowa Senate - District 29 and asking for your vote on November 3, 2026.” (Candidate statement)

Sandy Salmon

Sandy Salmon District 29 covers parts of Bremer, Butler, Chickasaw, Floyd Counties. According to the Iowa General Assembly member profile, Sandy Salmon lists Retired Home Educator as occupation and resides in Black Hawk County. In the 91st General Assembly, Sandy Salmon serves on the Education, Health and Human Services, State Government committees.

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“Senator Salmon carries a vision for the future of Iowa and our nation where liberty is abundant, government is limited, economic opportunity is plentiful, families are strong, God-given rights are defended, the Constitution and the rule of law are respected, and the dignity and worth of each person are valued and honored.” (Candidate statement)
“She graduated from Kingsley-Pierson High School in 1973 and from UNI in 1977 with a degree in Business Management. Upon college graduation, she was commissioned an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving from 1977-1980. During those years shortly after Vietnam, military service was not popular. Yet, she joined because she believed deeply in defending our liberty, the principles our nation was founded upon, and the people in this great country.” (Candidate statement)
“Marine Corps, serving from 1977-1980. During those years shortly after Vietnam, military service was not popular. Yet, she joined because she believed deeply in defending our liberty, the principles our nation was founded upon, and the people in this great country.” (Candidate statement)