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Governor Reynolds announces support for food banks and pantries as delay in SNAP benefits expected

Gov. Reynolds today announced the state will provide interim support for Iowa’s food banks and pantries if the USDA’s SNAP benefits end due to the shutdown.

Office of the Governor releases public schedule for week of October 27th

Governor Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer released public schedules for Monday, October 27 through Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Governor Reynolds calls on Congressional Democrats to reopen government now, avoid SNAP disruption for thousands of Iowans 

Governor, Iowa HHS prepare for potential SNAP delays due to government shutdown.

Governor Reynolds releases final report from Iowa DOGE Task Force

Today, Governor Kim Reynolds shared her initial response to the final report and recommendations from the Iowa DOGE Task Force.

Office of the Governor releases public schedule for week of October 20th

Governor Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer released public schedules for Monday, October 20 through Sunday, October 26, 2025. 

Gov. Reynolds to extend harvest proclamation

Gov. Reynolds will sign an extension of the proclamation relating to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer and manure on Saturday.

Gov. Reynolds issues statement following October REC meeting

Governor Reynolds issued a statement after the October meeting of the Revenue Estimating Conference (REC).

Gov. Reynolds orders flags lowered to half-staff on October 25 in honor, remembrance of Iowa Senator Claire Celsi 

Gov. Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, October 25, 2025, honoring Iowa Senator Claire Celsi.

Office of the Governor releases public schedule for week of October 13th

Governor Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer released public schedules for Monday, October 13 through Sunday, October 19, 2025.

Gov. Reynolds sets date for Iowa Senate District 16 special election

Today, Governor Kim Reynolds issued a proclamation setting Tuesday, December 30, 2025, as the date for a special election in Iowa Senate District 16.