State Representative District 67 in Iowa State House District 67, Iowa
2026 Primary Election
- Craig Johnson — Incumbent State Representative in IA
Craig Johnson is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Iowa's District 67, first assuming office in 2023 after serving in the Iowa State Senate from 2016 to 2023. He is seeking re-election in the 2026 Republican primary, with his current term ending in January 2027. Born and raised in Independence, Iowa, Johnson holds a Bachelor's degree in Production Management from the University of Northern Iowa. Beyond his political career, he also works in business development and project management, with a background as a financial planner and sales manager. In the House, he serves on multiple committees including Ethics (Vice Chair), Education, and Ways and Means.
- Michael Coonrad — Candidate for Iowa House of Representatives in Independence, IA
Michael Coonrad, a 28-year-old Democrat from Independence, is running for the Iowa House of Representatives District 67. He earned a high school diploma from Independence Junior Senior High School and a bachelor's degree in political science and public administration from the University of Northern Iowa in 2025. Coonrad's campaign is driven by his desire to address pressing economic issues facing district residents, having observed peers struggling to find suitable careers in the state despite their education. He emphasizes a listener-first approach, aiming to understand and help solve the problems of his constituents.