Travis Sitzmann
American politician
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Travis M. Sitzmann is an American politician.
Travis Sitzmann | |
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| Member of the Iowa House of Representatives from the 13th district | |
| Assumed office January 13, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Ken Carlson |
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| Born | Near Le Mars, Iowa, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
Personal life, education, and early career
Sitzmann's grandfather served three terms as a Plymouth County supervisor.[1]
Sitzmann was born and raised near Le Mars, Iowa, and attended Gehlen Catholic High School and the University of Northern Iowa, where he earned a degree in political science.[2] After graduating from UNI, Sitzmann worked successively for Wells Enterprises and SmithCo Manufacturing in environmental health and safety, and The Travelers Companies as a risk consultant.[3]
Political career
Sitzmann was a Plymouth County reserve sheriff's deputy.[4] Sitzmann defeated Noah Wieseler in the Republican Party primary for Iowa House District 13 in 2024.[5] Sitzmann won the general election as well, against the Democratic Party candidate Rosanne Plante and political independent Parker Hansen.[6][7]