John Wills (politician)

John H. Wills (born February 18, 1966) is an American politician serving as a member of the Iowa House of Representatives from the 10th district. Elected in November 2014, Wills assumed office on January 12, 2015.

John Wills
Speaker pro tempore of the Iowa House of Representatives
Assumed office
January 13, 2020
Preceded byMatt Windschitl
Member of the Iowa House of Representatives
from the 10th district
Assumed office
January 12, 2015
Preceded byJeff Smith
Personal details
Born (1966-02-18) February 18, 1966 (age 58)
Sibley, Iowa, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
EducationNorthwestern College (BS)
American Public University (MA, MS)
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service United States Army
UnitArmy National Guard

Early life and education

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Wills was born and raised in Sibley, Iowa. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Northwestern College and two master's degrees from American Military University.[1]

Career

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As of January 2015, Wills serves on the Human Resources, Natural Resources, and State Government committees, as well as the Agriculture and Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittee. He also serves as the vice chair of the Environmental Protection Committee.

Wills is a founding member of Pheasants Forever in Osceola County and a member of the State Pheasants Forever Council. He is also a member of the Friends of Lakeside Lab and Veterans of Foreign War.[1]

Wills is a former vice president of the Okoboji Protective Association and has been involved in water quality and conservation organizations for more than 15 years. Wills has served in the military for 25 years, including in the Army National Guard.

References

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  1. ^ a b "Iowa House Republicans » Biography". www.iowahouserepublicans.com. Retrieved January 31, 2018.
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Iowa House of Representatives
Preceded by 10th District
2023 –present
Incumbent
Preceded by 1st District
2015–2023
Succeeded by
Preceded by Speaker pro tempore
2020–present
Incumbent