WALCOTT, Iowa–Today, Dec. 20, former Muscatine County Farm Bureau president and farmer Kerry Gruenhagen announced his candidacy for Senate District 41. “As a fifth-generation farmer and Walcott resident, I know how important it is to have policies to support agriculture and small, rural communities,” said Gruenhagen: “Those polices are vital, but the principal role of government is protecting its people. So, we must continue to support law enforcement in Iowa while we combat increasing crime rates and work to keep our communities safe.”

“In the Iowa Senate, I will work on tax relief for hard-working families, ensure our constitutional rights are protected against federal overreach, and support policies to help Iowa and Iowa agriculture grow. I look forward to meeting with voters in this district, hear their concerns, and share my vision on making Iowa the best state in the country.”

Gruenhagen operates a grain farm with his father and son in rural Scott and Muscatine Counties. He has one son, three step daughters and two grandchildren. He and his wife Kali have been married for eight years. They are members of Risen Christ Lutheran Church in Davenport.