Des Moines, Iowa (RI) — The 2026 Iowa legislature convened Monday and tonight, Governor Kim Reynolds will deliver the annual “Condition of the State” address to legislators.
Reynolds says she and her fellow Republicans are ready for what’s next.
Republicans made her remarks during an Iowa GOP fundraiser.
Reynolds is not seeking re-election in November and she’s striking a theme of GOP unity for this 9th and final legislative session she’ll preside over.
Reynolds notes, however, campaign season is right around the corner and that was evident in remarks from some of the legislative leaders.
House Majority Leader Bobby Kaufmann says maintaining GOP control of the House, Senate and governor’s office is critical.
Senate Democratic Leader Janice Weiner says something has gone wrong in Iowa while Republicans have been in control of state government over the past nine years.
House Democratic Leader Brian Meyer says too many Iowans are working hard, playing by the rules, and falling behind.
House Speaker Pat Grassley says Democrats are in no position to weigh in on Republican tax and spending plans.
Grassley was elected to the Iowa House in 2006 and is entering his seventh year as House Speaker.
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