Democratic members of the Iowa Senate have elected Sen. Janice Weiner to serve as the new Democratic Leader of the Iowa Senate. Sen. Weiner has issued the following statement:
“I am honored to have been elected by my colleagues to serve as the leader of the Iowa Senate Democrats.
I have spent countless hours talking to Iowans all over our state – from small towns to urban centers, from the suburbs to our rural communities. I listened to Iowans describe their struggle to make ends meet, their challenges accessing healthcare, and their concerns about inadequate resources and a lack of funding for their kids’ public schools. It is clear we have a lot of work to do for the people of Iowa.
As I look ahead to 2025 and beyond, Senate Democrats will fight to ensure opportunity for all Iowans – every worker, every family, and every child. We will hold those in power accountable, and work to preserve and protect Iowans’ freedoms.
Finally, I want to express my gratitude to Senator Pam Jochum for her leadership. I look forward to working with all my colleagues as I assume the responsibilities of serving as the Democratic Leader.”
Weiner was elected to the Iowa Senate in 2022. She represents Senate District 45, which includes most of Iowa City and University Heights. Prior to being elected to the state senate, Weiner worked for 26 years as a Foreign Services Officer with the U.S. State Department abroad and in Washington, D.C. and served on the Iowa City City Council. Weiner lives in Iowa City, where she is raising her 7-year-old granddaughter.
The Senate Democrats also elected Sen. Bill Dotzler of Waterloo as Democratic Whip, Sen. Cindy Winckler of Davenport, Sen. Molly Donahue of Marion, Sen. Claire Celsi of West Des Moines, and Sen. Izaah Knox of Des Moines as assistant leaders.
The 2025 Legislative Session starts on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025.
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