State Senator District 37 in Iowa State Senate District 37, Iowa

2026 Primary Election

• Randy Marzen — Candidate for State Senator in Marion, IA

  Randy Marzen is a Republican candidate for the Iowa State Senate, representing District 37, in the 2026 primary election. Based in Marion, Iowa, Marzen's campaign centers on restoring common-sense leadership with a focus on affordability, education, and safety. He advocates for responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars to combat rising property, housing, and healthcare costs. In education, he champions parental rights, student and teacher safety, and a return to fundamental curricula. Marzen strongly supports military, law enforcement, and first responders, committing to policies that ensure safe communities. He previously "fought and served for his country" and now seeks to serve his state's citizens.

• Molly Donahue — Incumbent State Senator in Marion, IA

  Molly Donahue is an incumbent Democratic State Senator for Iowa's 37th District, seeking re-election in the 2026 primary. First elected to the Senate in 2022 after two terms in the Iowa House, she assumed office in 2023. A lifelong resident of the Cedar Rapids Metro area, Donahue was born and raised there, now residing in Marion. She is an educator with over 34 years of experience in the Cedar Rapids Community School District, working with at-risk youth. Donahue serves as an Assistant Democratic Leader and on key committees including Appropriations, Education, and Health and Human Services, where she is a Ranking Member. She is committed to advocating for her constituents, bringing values of integrity, hard work, and compassion to her legislative work.