See where Meggers and Staton stand on schools, water and health care. Names follow official Black Hawk County election filings.
Joshua Meggers (Republican), Leila Ann Staton (Democratic) are on the November 3 ballot for Iowa House District 54; Joshua Meggers is the sitting member, per the legis.iowa.gov legislator roster. Major-party nominees were chosen at the June 2 primary; No Party candidates qualify by nominating petition. The field is the Secretary of State's 2026 General Election candidate list, as read September 11, 2026. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
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Joshua Meggers has represented Iowa House District 54, covering Grundy and Hardin counties and part of western Black Hawk County, since January 9, 2023, according to the Sun Courier. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026; the Secretary of State's certified candidate list is the only verifiable source for Joshua Meggers.
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Staton lists herself as a lifelong Grundy County resident, a graduate of Dike New Hartford High School, and a member of her local volunteer fire department, per the campaign site. Staton co-founded a local advocacy organization in 2024 focused on civics education and engagement, and says she has advocated at the Capitol in Des Moines and Washington, per the campaign site.
Who is running for Iowa House District 54 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for Iowa House District 54 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Joshua Meggers and Leila Ann Staton. Candidate information follows official Black Hawk County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below. See where they stand on schools, water and health care.
When is the Iowa House District 54 election in Iowa?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Iowa are on the Iowa election hub at theballotbrief.com.
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Candidate roster from official Black Hawk County and state election office filings, last verified October 15, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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