Candidate, Iowa State Senate, District 36, 2020

Candidate, Iowa State House of Representatives, District 72, 2018

No caucus information on file.

Instructor in Business and Community Education, Hawkeye Community College

Former Bulk Fuel Transport Driver, Pioneer Hi-Bred

Served, United States Army Reserves

Member, American Legion

Volunteer, North East Iowa Food Bank

Chair, Tama County Democrat Party

Hobbies or Special Talents:

Degner enjoys spending free time with his family, riding his motorcycle and volunteering.

Mother's Occupation:

Former child mental health counselor

Priority Issues:

Jobs and small businesses
Environment
Health Care
Education

Reason for Seeking Public Office:

"I'm running for the State Senate because politics has become personal for me. I'm not a politician, I'm a concerned Iowan who has had too many family and friends affected by the State Legislature's inability to put people first in our state. The state of Iowa has turned away from the priorities and values it once stood for, our representatives should be looking out for their constituents, not giving handouts to special interests. I feel compelled to do something more than just vote, that's why I'm taking on this fight: to help solve the problems that have hurt members of my family, fellow students, teachers and vulnerable citizens across the state who are in need."