Molly Buck

Molly Buck is a candidate for State Representative District 41 Primary Election in 2026 in Iowa State House District 41, Iowa.

Elementary school teacher in Ankeny, IA

Also running: Ryan Weldon.

Molly Buck is a Democratic politician from Ankeny, Iowa, running for the Iowa House in 2026. A lifelong educator and former State Representative, she taught for over 18 years as an elementary school teacher. Buck supports increased education funding, affordable childcare, and stricter gun control laws, including expanded background checks. She also advocates for abortion access, sex education, and reproductive healthcare, having been endorsed by Planned Parenthood. She previously served in the Iowa House of Representatives from January 2023 to January 2025.