Representative Zachary Nunn, Republican from Iowa

Zachary Nunn

Representative Zachary Nunn

Before entering Congress, Zachary Nunn served as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Air Force and later worked in cybersecurity policy. Elected as the U.S. Representative for Iowa’s 3rd District in 2022, Nunn focuses on veterans’ issues, strengthening rural economies, and national security. He played a leading role in the House Committee on Agriculture, advocating for disaster relief funding for Iowa farmers, and introduced legislation to improve cybersecurity infrastructure. Nunn approaches his work with a mission-oriented mindset, aiming to deliver practical results and responsive service to his constituents.

Education

  • M.St., University of Cambridge, Cambridge, England
    (2007)
  • B.A., Drake University, Des Moines, IA
    (2002)
  • M.S., Air Command and Staff College, Montgomery, AL

Professional History

U.S. Representative

(2023-Present)

Representing Iowa's 3rd district

Member, Iowa Senate

(2019–23)

Member, Iowa House of Representatives

(2015–19)

Staffer, U.S. senator Chuck Grassley

(2003)

Staffer, National Security Council

Staffer, Office of the director of National Intelligence

Cybersecurity Consultant

Adjunct Professor, Drake University

Policy Focus Areas

Finance and Financial Sector15%
Agriculture and Food14%
International Affairs8%
Health7%

Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Zachary Nunn's record in Congress.

Veterans' Mental Health

Co-sponsored the Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act to expand mental health services for rural veterans.

Flood Mitigation Funding

Secured federal funding to support flood mitigation and disaster recovery efforts in Iowa communities.

Biofuels Advocacy

Advocated for expanded access to E15 biofuel, supporting Iowa's ethanol industry and rural economy.

Child Care Accessibility

Supported legislation to increase child care options and affordability for Iowa families.

Committee Assignments

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  • House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party
  • House Committee on Agriculture
  • House Committee on Financial Services

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