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  1. The Iowa Senate was involved in the appointment of a new HHS director, Larry Johnson, who was named to the post on June 19, 2026.

Kim Reynolds appointed Kraig Paulsen to lead Iowa HHS, who subsequently appointed Larry Johnson as principal deputy director, amid political criticism.

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Kim Reynolds appointed Kraig Paulsen to lead Iowa HHS, who subsequently appointed Larry Johnson as principal deputy director, amid political criticism.

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  1. Democrats rejected Johnson's nomination for HHS director in the Iowa Senate.1 source
  2. Reynolds and Paulsen made key appointments at Iowa HHS, drawing criticism from Janice Weiner.1 source

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