State Representative District 7 in Iowa State House District 7, Iowa

2026 Primary Election

• Wendy Larson — Incumbent State Representative in IA

  Wendy Larson is an Iowa State Representative for District 7, a Republican who assumed office on January 12, 2026. She is seeking re-election in the 2026 primary. Born in Wray, Colorado, Larson earned a bachelor's degree from Colorado State University. Her professional experience includes corporate sales and being a stay-at-home mom. She is actively involved in her community, serving as a member, deaconness, and youth leader at Kiron Baptist Church, volunteering at the Mobile Food Pantry, and participating in the Sac County Central Committee. In the Iowa Legislature, she serves on the Economic Growth and Technology, Education, and Economic Development Appropriations committees.

• Rachel Burns — Speech-Language Pathologist, Educator, First Responder in Odebolt, IA

  Rachel Burns is a Democratic candidate for Iowa House District 7. She is a speech-language pathologist, educator, and first responder, with career experience including being an adjunct instructor, volunteer firefighter, EMT, and medical examiner investigator. She holds degrees from California State University, Fullerton, and Western Iowa Tech Community College. Burns is running with the message that Iowans deserve a choice for their representation, no matter where they live.