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Chris McGowan
Politicians/Chris McGowan
Chris McGowan

Chris McGowan

(R)
Candidate for U.S. House District 4 (IA)
RunningU.S. House (District 4) · IA · Nov 3, 2026
Role Summary: U.S. Representative

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives write and vote on federal laws, including the federal budget. Each represents one district and serves a two-year term. Tax bills must start in the House, only the House can impeach federal officials, and members oversee federal agencies through their committees.

Quick Facts
Party
Republican
Birthplace
Sioux City, IA
Residence
Plymouth, IA
Family
Wife: Cathleen; 6 Children
Education
BS, Government and Business Administration
Saint John's University
1989
JD, Law
Ave Maria School of Law
2003
Professional Background5
Sales Representative
Honeywell Incorporated
1995-1999
Served
185th Iowa Air National Guard
1990-1995
Paralegal Specialist & Law Student Intern
United States Department of Justice
2001-2003
Executive Vice President
The Siouxland Initiative
2003-2011
President
Siouxland Chamber of Commerce
2011-present
Quick Facts
Party
Republican
Birthplace
Sioux City, IA
Residence
Plymouth, IA
Family
Wife: Cathleen; 6 Children