In todays political polarization, we need to look to our local communities to better serve us and build on that for a stronger future. Here are a few resources to check out when looking to either run for a local office or vote in a local election. Don’t forget this year is local city/school and county elections. County election information can be found here for:
Just a few Updates on Iowa voting laws, based on recent changes by Kim Reynolds:
- Voter Roll Verification: The Secretary of State’s office can now contract with government agencies and private entities to verify voter records.
- Citizenship Verification: The Department of Transportation is required to send the Secretary of State’s office a list of individuals who have indicated they are not citizens.
- Challenged Voters: Registered voters can be challenged at the polls regarding their citizenship status and may need to provide proof to cast a regular ballot.
- Ban on Ranked-Choice Voting: Ranked-choice voting, also known as instant runoff voting, is now prohibited in Iowa elections at all levels.
- Election Recount Limits: New limits have been set on who can request election recounts, based on the percentage difference in votes between candidates.
Candidate Resources
- Do you want to run for an office? Check out the candidates guides here for running for a public office in a city in Iowa
- What are the filing deadlines to become a candidate? Check out the Iowa dates for 2025/2026
- Complete list of candidate information for cities and schools
Voter Information
Every state has different laws regarding voting rights. Here is a
- Are you registered to vote in Iowa? Check here
- Register to vote on-line here through the Iowa DOT
- Register by Mail by filling out this form and mailing or taking it to your county auditor’s office
Iowa’s Next Elections
| City Primary | October 7, 2025 |
| City/School Election | November 4, 2025 |
A full guide on voting in Iowa is located on the state website https://sos.iowa.gov/elections-voting.