State Representative District 11 in Iowa State House District 11, Iowa

2026 Primary Election

• Craig Williams — Incumbent State Representative in IA

  Craig Williams is an incumbent Republican Iowa State Representative for District 11, having served since January 2025. He previously held a seat in the Iowa Senate from 2021 to 2023. Before entering politics, Williams built a career in software development and the agricultural seed industry, working for various companies including Arthur Andersen, Thermos LLC, and Garst Seed Company. He also managed the sale of Renze Seed Company and later founded an independent consulting business. Williams holds a BS from Bradley University and is running for re-election to continue representing District 11.

• Bill Owen — Retired tradesperson and former community college educator in Harlan, IA

  Bill Owen, a 67-year-old retired tradesperson and former community college educator, is a Democratic candidate for Iowa House District 11 in 2026. A 30-year Iowa resident living near Harlan, Owen brings experience in skilled trades and higher education, having served as a Vice President at MCC. He and his wife, Paula, have seven children and seven grandchildren. Owen is running to prioritize Iowans' representation over personal or party interests. His key policy concerns include water quality, soaring cancer rates, education, workforce development, affordability, taxes, preserving small family farms, marriage equality, and civil rights. He aims to foster collaboration and honesty in politics.