State Representative District 68 in Iowa State House District 68, Iowa

2026 Primary Election

• Chad Ingels — Incumbent State Representative in IA

  Chad Ingels is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Iowa's District 68, having served since 2023. He previously represented District 64 from 2021-2023. A native of Oelwein, Iowa, Ingels holds degrees from Iowa State University in horticulture and professional agriculture. He is a business owner, dedicated pig farmer, and conservation advocate. Currently, he serves on the Education, Health and Human Services, Labor and Workforce, and Veterans Affairs standing committees, and is Vice Chair of the Administrative Rules Review Committee.

• Adam Thimmesch — Farmer and Location Manager in Aurora, IA

  Adam Thimmesch is a Republican candidate for the Iowa House of Representatives, seeking to represent District 68 in the June 2, 2026 primary election. A lifelong resident of Northeast Iowa, he grew up in Aurora and Fairbank, and now resides in the district with his wife, Nicole, and their three children. Thimmesch currently farms with his family, raises livestock, and works as a location manager at Grain Bin Supply in Aurora. He is running to provide strong, principled leadership that reflects shared values of hard work, faith, family, and responsibility. His campaign focuses on protecting family farms, strengthening rural communities and small businesses, promoting limited government, and safeguarding individual freedoms. He is committed to being an accessible and accountable voice at the State Capitol.

• Scott Bodley — Truck driver in IA

  Scott Bodley is a Democratic Party candidate seeking election to the Iowa House of Representatives, representing District 68. He is slated to appear on the Democratic primary ballot on June 2, 2026. Bodley served in the U.S. Army from 1994 to 1996. His professional background includes experience as a truck driver. He is a graduate of Postville High School. Bodley participated in a candidate survey for the 2026 election, sharing his perspectives as he campaigns for office.