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Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer highlights Iowa’s United First Aid Initiative at National Rural Economic Development Conference 

Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer delivered a featured presentation at the National Rural Economic Development Association (NREDA) Annual Conference in Nashville.

Office of the Governor releases public schedule for week of November 10th

Governor Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer released public schedules for Monday, November 10 through Sunday, November 16, 2025.

Governor Reynolds orders flags at half-staff in honor of former Vice President Dick Cheney

Gov. Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on the day of interment in honor and remembrance of Dick Cheney.

Gov. Reynolds signs executive order establishing America 250 Task Force 

Today, Governor Kim Reynolds signed an executive order launching the Governor’s Task Force on Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday.

Gov. Reynolds announces “Healthy Hometowns” proposal to transform rural health care across Iowa 

Gov. Reynolds announced the state has submitted its application for a federal funding initiative managed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Office of the Governor releases public schedule for week of November 3rd

Governor Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer released public schedules for Monday, November 3 through Sunday, November 9, 2025.

Gov. Reynolds issues statement on death of former Vice President Dick Cheney

Governor Kim Reynolds issued a statement after the death of former Vice President of the United States Dick Cheney.

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.