Former Iowa agency director Adam Steen files for 2026 gubernatorial primary

By: Robin Opsahl

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: March 11, 2026

Words: 568

Last Updated: 4 months, 3 weeks ago

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Republican Adam Steen, former Iowa Department of Administrative Services director, submitted paperwork Wednesday to qualify his gubernatorial campaign for the 2026 primary ballot.

Steen, joined by his family and campaign staff, volunteers and supporters, submitted 9,602 signatures to the Iowa Secretary of State’s office Wednesday afternoon. To qualify for the primary ballot June 2, gubernatorial candidates are required submit signatures from at least 3,500 Iowans supporting their campaign, which must include 100 signatures from at …

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