Travis Sitzmann
Travis Sitzmann | |
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| Member of the Iowa House of Representatives from the 13th district | |
| Assumed office January 13, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Ken Carlson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 26, 1990 |
| Party | Republican |
| Website | Representative Sitzmann |
Travis M. Sitzmann is an American businessman and politician, currently serving as an Iowa House Representative from District 13.
Personal life, education, and early career
[edit]Sitzmann's grandfather served three terms as a Plymouth County supervisor.[1]
Sitzmann was born and raised near Le Mars, Iowa, and attended Gehlen Catholic High School and the University of Northern Iowa, where he earned a degree in political science.[2] After graduating from UNI, Sitzmann worked successively for Wells Enterprises and SmithCo Manufacturing in environmental health and safety, and The Travelers Companies as a risk consultant.[3]
Sitzmann now lives in Kingsley, Iowa.[4]
Political career
[edit]Sitzmann was a Plymouth County reserve sheriff's deputy.[5] Sitzmann defeated Noah Wieseler in the Republican Party primary for Iowa House District 13 in 2024.[6] Sitzmann won the general election as well, against the Democratic Party candidate Rosanne Plante and political independent Parker Hansen.[7][8] In July 2025, Sitzmann began campaigning for reelection.[9][10] He was unopposed during the June 2026 primary.[11]
References
[edit]- ↑ Moore, Allison (29 August 2024). "Travis Sitzmann vies for Iowa House District 13". Cherokee Chronicle Times. Retrieved 21 January 2025.
- ↑ Gottburg, Woody (17 March 2024). "SITZMANN TO SEEK IOWA HOUSE DISTRICT 13 SEAT". KSCJ. Retrieved 21 January 2025.
- ↑ "Decision 2024 Election Profile: Iowa House District 13 Candidate Travis Sitzmann". KTIV. 15 October 2024. Retrieved 21 January 2025.
- ↑ https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/legislator/legislatorAllYears?personID=37378
- ↑ "SITZMANN TO SEEK IOWA HOUSE DISTRICT 13 SEAT". KSUX. 17 March 2024. Retrieved 21 January 2025.
- ↑ McNett, Jared (5 June 2024). "Travis Sitzmann wins by double digits in Iowa House District 13 GOP primary". Sioux City Journal. Retrieved 21 January 2025.
- ↑ Dreeszen, Dave (22 October 2024). "Three candidates compete for Iowa House District 13". Sioux City Journal. Retrieved 21 January 2025.
- ↑ Rydgren, Eryn (2 January 2025). "Sitzmann advocates for local control, pushing for lower property taxes". Cherokee Chronicle Times. Retrieved 21 January 2025.
- ↑ Ewertz, Maren (July 2025). "Iowa state lawmaker announces re-election campaign". KCAU. Retrieved 21 June 2026.
- ↑ "State Rep. Henry Stone of Forest City announces reelection bid". Globe Gazette. 24 October 2025.
- ↑ Hayworth, Bret; Perez, Alejandra (2 June 2026). "Tuesday primary results for many Northwest Iowa races, including wins by incumbents Evans and Rowley". KWIT. Retrieved 21 June 2026.