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Representative James R. Van Fossen View All Years

Compiled Historical Information
Party Affiliation: Republican
Assemblies Served:
House: 80 (2003) - 81 (2005)
Home County: Scott
Family Members Who Served in the Iowa Legislature: Son: James (Jamie) K. Van Fossen; GAs 76 - 82
James R. Van Fossen
Scott County
Retired Davenport Police Captain. Born, raised, and resides in Davenport. A background in criminal justice; served 34 years with the Davenport Police Department, 15 years in the Criminal Investigations Division with eight years as commander. Member of the Iowa State Police Association, Kaaba Shrine, Mahassan Grotto, Loyal Order of Moose, ABATE of Iowa Inc., NRA, Ducks Unlimited, and Pheasants Forever. Wife Cathy; one son, four daughters, and 10 grandchildren. Serving first term in House.
House District 84
Committees
80th GA (2003)
Legislation Sponsored
80th GA (2003)