States Win for Heather Matson (IA SD 21)

Representative Heather Matson is the Democratic candidate for Iowa State Senate District 21, and brings more than two decades of experience in public policy, advocacy, and community leadership. A current member of the Iowa House of Representatives, Heather has built her career around strengthening civic engagement and improving public policy for Iowa families.


Heather is finishing her third non-consecutive term in the Iowa House. During her time in the Legislature, she has sat on key committees including Education, Appropriations, Health and Human Services, and State Government. She most recently served as Ranking Member of the Education Budget Subcommittee. Her legislative work has focused on issues impacting families, schools, and economic opportunity across the state.


Before serving in elected office, Heather worked extensively in government affairs, nonprofit advocacy, and political campaigns at the local, state, and national levels. Her experience includes roles supporting presidential, congressional, and statewide campaigns, as well as advocacy work with organizations focused on civic engagement and public policy.


Heather and her family have lived in Ankeny since 2013, where she has been deeply involved in the community through volunteer work and local organizations. She is running for the State Senate to bring a collaborative, community-focused approach to governance and to deliver results for working families in central Iowa.


WHY THIS RACE

Iowa State Senate District 21 is a key battleground seat that will play a role in shaping the balance of power in the state legislature. With Republicans currently holding control, competitive districts like this one are critical opportunities to expand Democratic representation and push back on policies that impact public education, health care access, and individual rights.


WHY IOWA

Iowa is shaping up to be a major political battleground in 2026. There is an open governor’s race with a strong Democratic contender, an open U.S. Senate seat, and competitive House seats in play. If Democrats can sustain turnout and build on special election gains, they could transform what has historically been a red state into a critical battleground across races up and down the ticket.


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