BOONE, Iowa—Boone County Democrats Chair Penny Vossler announced her campaign for House District 48 Tuesday. The new district represents Boone County and portions of Story County.
“I’m proud to announce my candidacy for the Iowa House of Representatives in House District 48,” said Vossler. “My parents were responsible for my ‘I can do that’ attitude in every situation and I promise to bring that attitude along with commitment and persistence to representing the constituents of District 48.”
Vossler grew up farming and ranching in Montana. She has had a diverse career and what she calls a “lifelong addiction to learning” collecting four college degrees (Math, Computer Science, Space Studies and GIS) and two professional certifications along the way. In her career, Vossler taught Math in public schools, worked as a volunteer EMT, served as an Associate Scientist on a NASA satellite project, worked as a software test engineer and technical writer, and spent seven years working in cartography in Colorado. Since relocating to Iowa, Vossler has served as the GIS Coordinator for Boone County– her favorite job ever.
“I’m running for the Iowa House because Boone and Story County residents need a strong, independent and thoughtful representative,” added Vossler. “Iowans deserve to have a state government that works for them and delivers on the issues that affect their lives. We have work to do to fully support Iowa public schools, ensure workers are being paid a fair and livable wage, and make sure that quality, affordable healthcare is available to everyone. I’ve worked hard for Boone County for nearly eight years, improving processes and the public’s access to information 24/7. I would like to take that work ethic to Des Moines and continue to make a difference in the lives of the residents of the new House District 48.”
Outside of work, Vossler serves as the current chair of the Boone County Democrats as well as the Iowa GIS Consortium (a statewide GIS group). She resides in Boone and has two adult children and one truly outstanding grandchild.
(contributed press release)
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