Official account of the Lt. Governor of Iowa. Serving with @IAGovernor.
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Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
Join us Tuesday, Oct. 13 for the Iowa Manufacturing Conference, a day focused on the ideas, trends and conversations shaping the future of Iowa manufacturing. Don't forget to register 👉 na2.hubs.ly/H08fxMS0
#IowaABI #ElevateIowa #ManufacturingMonth
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer received a warm welcome from teachers, students and guests at @LTLions during a surprise appearance at the 2027 Iowa Teacher of the Year ceremony. On behalf of @iagovernor, @IaLtGov officially announced 10-year business and computer science educator Jessica Howard as Iowa’s next Teacher of the Year. #IATOY2027 #CelebrateTeachersIA
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
2027 Iowa Teacher of the Year Jessica Howard joined @ialtgov and Iowa Department of Education Director McKenzie Snow for a celebratory photo after today’s ceremony. @LTLions #IATOY2027 #CelebrateTeachersIA
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
We share our deepest thanks for the overwhelming support shown to our HMB family over the last few days. This Saturday, the HMB, @uiowa, and @TheIowaHawkeyes will honor Derek's memory in several ways:
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
The Iowa Industry Political Action Committee (IIPAC), ABI’s political action committee, has announced its “Friend of Iowa Business” endorsements for the November 3 general election.
See the full list of endorsements and learn more here: na2.hubs.ly/H07KSyx0
#IowaABI #IowaPolitics #Election2026
Tonight we kicked off the @IowaStateFair with the annual parade winding right through the heart of downtown Des Moines!
Check out everything you need to know for the best 11 days of the summer 😎
Read all about it at 👉 iowastatefair.org/participat…
#IowaStateFair #FairSpirit
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
The @IowaSTEM Advisory Council met yesterday!
Members had the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the Council’s flagship programs like STEM Scale-Up, STEM BEST and the Iowa STEM Teacher Externships Program along with efforts to honor and recognize Iowa educators through the Iowa STEM Teacher Award and partners with the Council’s Seal of Approval.
Co-Chair and @IALtGov Chris Cournoyer welcomed the group to begin the day. Council members representing both public and private sectors had several opportunities to share in discussions with each other and Iowa STEM staff about further opportunities and the future of STEM in Iowa.
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
Iowa Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer, co-chair of the state's America 250 Task Force, announced 'America’s Harvest Festival’ at the Iowa Capitol this Fall, calling the event the capstone of the Task Force's work.
kiwaradio.com/news/plans-ann… @IALtGov
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
Got a BOLD idea to share at this fall's Iowa STEM Summit? 👨🚀Grab your crew and submit your flight plans!
🔗tinyurl.com/IowaSTEMSummitCF…
Proposals are due in at the end of this month!
The countdown to America's Harvest Festival is officially on. 🌽
Join us at the Iowa Capitol Complex on Oct 24, 2026, to celebrate 250 years of ag with local food, live music, and hands-on exhibits! 🇺🇸
Free & open to all. Details: americasharvestfest.com/
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
The 2026 Patriot Games are a national competition Aug 9-11th celebrating student athletes ages 14-17 that will compete to earn national recognition and a share of the $250,000 prize pool.
Please encourage eligible students to apply by July 10th at Freedom250.org
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
As we celebrate #America250, this month we’re highlighting some of the ways in which Iowa’s rich history has helped write our nation’s story since it became the 29th state on Dec. 28, 1846.
To help connect America 250 to the classroom this year, visit the Department’s America 250 webpage full of resources and guidance.
bit.ly/4fdvr6J
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
What an incredible achievement! 🇺🇸🎶
Congratulations to the Pella High School Marching Dutch on being selected to perform in the America 250 Parade. Iowa is proud of you, and we can't wait to watch you represent our state.
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
New legislation helps ensure continued investment in safe, reliable water, while keeping protections and oversight in place for customers. Proud to support strong, sustainable infrastructure across Iowa. @IAGovernor @IALtGov
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
Are you looking to strengthen content knowledge and teaching practices in social studies? Check out the America250 webinar recordings with lessons on revolutionary Iowans, civil discourse, constitutional principles and more. bit.ly/4dgaWW0
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
The June issue of Business Monthly is now available! 🗞️
Inside, you'll find a closer look at the Final Four products from the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Iowa competition and the Iowa manufacturers behind them. Be sure to check out the latest issue for this feature and more updates from Iowa's business community.
@MITMCorporation, @pella_news
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Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
The @IowaSTEM Advisory Council is looking for STEM stakeholders to share what’s working in their classrooms and communities to turn bold ideas into action as presenters and panelists at the 2026 Iowa STEM Summit.
Submit your proposal today and help create innovation in STEM in Iowa!
bit.ly/4djUX8v
#WhereBoldIdeasTakeFlight
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
Today, Iowa builds on our successful business-court pilot program, establishing a permanent court to handle commercial litigation.
Proud to sign this legislation and strengthen Iowa’s economic competitiveness!
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
Proud to sign SF 378 today, increasing the default speed limit on most Iowa highways from 55 to 60 mph!
Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer retweeted
✅ Iowa Farm Act
✅ Farm to Faucet water quality improvement
✅ Delivering for Iowa’s farm families and ag community
Proud to be joined by Secretary @MikeNaigIA and ag leaders as I signed the Iowa Farm Bill into law, expanding opportunities for our farmers, producers, and rural communities.
I also enacted water quality legislation, funding the state’s most effective programs and our most urgent needs.
