Representative James R. Van Fossen View All Years

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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

Term

Serving second term in House.

Profession

Retired Davenport police captain.

Memberships and Activities

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.

Birth and Residence

Born, raised, and resides in Davenport.

Family Members

Wife Cathy; one son, four daughters, and 10 grandchildren.