Helena Hayes is an American politician who has served as a member of the Iowa House of Representatives for the 88th district since January 9, 2023.

Early life and education

Hayes was born in

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. She earned a B.A. in environmental science and biology from Simpson College.

Career

A member of the

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, Hayes ran for election to the Iowa House in 2022. She won the general election on November 8, 2022, defeating her Democratic opponent Lisa Ossian.

References

Republican Party members of the Iowa House of Representatives Year of birth missing (living people) Living people {{Iowa-politician-stub People from Harrison County, Iowa 21st-century American women politicians 21st-century American legislators Simpson College alumni Women state legislators in Iowa