Kim Reynolds
The Public Record
Kim Reynolds is the 43rd Governor of Iowa, having taken office on May 24, 2017. She is notable for being the first female governor of Iowa and the first Republican woman to serve as governor in the United States. Reynolds has focused on various issues during her tenure, including education reform, economic development, and public health. She has been an advocate for women's rights and has made statements emphasizing the importance of recognizing biological differences in discussions about gender.
It's common sense to acknowledge the obvious biological differences between men and women. In fact, it's necessary to secure genuine equal protection for women and girls.
Serving as your governor has been the greatest honor of my life, an opportunity that not so long ago I never could have imagined.
After a lot of thought, prayer and conversations with my family, I have decided I will not seek re-election in 2026.
This wasn't an easy decision because I love this state and I love serving you.
Our trust fund balance sits near a record high $2 billion, while unemployment claims are at a record low length of nine weeks. We need to stop overcollecting on Iowa employers and allow them to reinvest savings in their businesses and…
Our unemployment trust fund is full. In fact, we have more than we need. Our nearly $2 billion trust fund is the ninth-highest in the country, even though we're 32nd for population. Clearly, we're over-collecting.
We all agree that every Iowan, without exception, deserves respect and dignity.





