Shawn Ellerbroek

Shawn Ellerbroek is a candidate for State Representative District 57 Primary Election in 2026 in Iowa State House District 57, Iowa.

School Board Member in Waverly, IA

Also running: Pat Grassley.

Shawn Ellerbroek is a Democratic candidate for Iowa House of Representatives District 57, running in the June 2, 2026 primary. Born in Cherokee, Iowa, he holds a bachelor's from the University of Iowa and a Ph.D. from Northwestern University. Ellerbroek is a biochemistry professor with over two decades of experience and a cancer research scientist. He currently serves on the Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District school board. A lifelong Iowan residing in Waverly, he is campaigning on a platform of data-driven solutions and evidence-based decision-making. His key policy priorities include improving water quality, reducing cancer rates, ensuring a balanced state budget, protecting rural public education, and providing affordable healthcare.