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Senators pay tribute to former Representative Dave Heaton after death
Summary
Members of the Senate offered remarks and condolences following news that former state Representative Dave Heaton had died; several senators recounted Heaton’s service to Mount Pleasant and work on health and human services.
Senators offered public tributes to former state Representative Dave Heaton after members were told he died the previous night.
The remarks came during a series of personal-privilege statements. Senator Bussello said, “I rise with great sadness today, madam president and members of the senate. It's come to my attention that Dave Heaton passed away last night.” Bussello described Heaton as a long-time representative of Mount Pleasant and recalled his work on health care issues.
Senator Dotzler said he served with Heaton in the House and called him “a true friend” who cared about his community. Senator Sweeney also recalled serving with Heaton and asked colleagues to keep Heaton’s wife, Carmen, and his family in their prayers.
The senators’ remarks noted Heaton’s long local ties, his restaurant work in Mount Pleasant, and his reputation for working across the aisle on behalf of rural and low-income Iowans. No formal legislative action was taken in response to the announcement during this session.
Heaton was identified in the remarks as a former member of the Iowa House; the meeting record does not include details about funeral arrangements or an official resolution.
