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Governor's appointee Larry Johnson introduced as director of the Department of Health and Human Services

Senate · March 11, 2026
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Summary

The Iowa Senate was introduced to Larry Johnson as the governor's appointee to lead the Department of Health and Human Services; the secretary said Johnson would be available in the gallery for at least 30 minutes after the session for meetings with senators.

The presiding officer introduced a governor's appointee to the chamber: Secretary [read] that "It's Larry Johnson as director of the Department of Health and Human Services, up to my left," and the Senate acknowledged his presence in the gallery.

The secretary said Johnson "will be here for at least 30 minutes afterwards" for senators who wish to speak with him. No committee action or confirmation vote was recorded on the floor during this session. The introduction served to make the appointee available to members for informal meetings following the convening.