RICEVILLE – Navy veteran and health care specialist Laura Hubka of Riceville announced last week that she will run for state representative in District 51, which includes Howard, Mitchell, Worth, and part of Winneshiek Counties.
“As a veteran and health care professional for 30 years, I’m passionate about serving our great country and helping Iowans lead healthy lives,” said Hubka. “It’s time for us to put aside the partisanship, do what’s best for everyday Iowans, and grow the middle class again.”
Hubka is a graduate of Decorah High School and then served in the US Navy for a decade. She returned to Iowa to work at Winneshiek Medical Center and currently works at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa performing ultrasounds at locations in Cresco and New Hampton.
“After a decade in the Navy and three decades listening to patients, I’m ready to serve in the Iowa House. Over the next year, I will work hard and reach out to Iowans in every part of the district to hear their ideas and suggestions,” added Hubka, who cared for President Regan while serving in the Navy. “It doesn’t matter if an idea comes from a Democrat or Republican, if it’s good for Iowa and our local communities, I will work to get the idea passed in the Iowa House.”
Hubka lives in Riceville with her husband, Kenny, who works for Precision of New Hampton. Her oldest son, Robert, served in the US Army in Iraq and now lives his wife in Hubbard, Iowa. Her daughter Katie attends Iowa State University and is studying education. Brian is the youngest son and he is currently serving in the US Navy in Japan.
