Spouse(s) Rojene | Name John Beard | |
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Born November 4, 1951 (age 73) Decorah, Iowa ( 1951-11-04 ) |
John W. Beard (born November 4, 1951 in Decorah, Iowa) is a Democratic politician, representing the 16th District in the Iowa House of Representatives since 2008. Beard lost his campaign for re-election to Bob Hager in 2010. Beard is currently the Democratic candidate for Senate District 28, which after redistricting, included part of the old House District 16. The Senate seat does not have an incumbent.
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Early life and education
Beard was raised in Bedminster, New Jersey. He attended Rutgers University and the University of Miami.
Career
Along with being a politician, Beard is also the owner and operator of Beard Welding and Machine.
Organizations
He is a member in the following organizations:
Family
Beard is married to his wife RoJene and together they have two sons, a daughter, and two grandchildren.