Candidate
Roby Smith
Republican · IncumbentTreasurer of State of Iowa
Roby Smith is the incumbent Republican Treasurer of State, sworn in January 1, 20231. He served three terms in the Iowa Senate from 2011 to 2022, chairing the State Government Committee, and worked nearly a decade in banking before public service1. As Treasurer he is trustee of the IPERS, PORS and JRS pension funds and runs the state's 529 and ABLE savings programs1.
- Treasurer of State of Iowa since January 1, 20231
- Iowa Senator representing Davenport, three terms, 2011 to 2022; chaired the State Government Committee1
- Nearly a decade in the banking industry before public service1
- Elected Treasurer of State in 2022, defeating longtime Treasurer Mike Fitzgerald by less than 3 points; the first Republican to hold the office in 40 years2.
Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.
Sources (2)
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- The Treasurer's Office (Roby Smith biography)Iowa Treasurer of State
- West Des Moines Democrat makes IPERS a top priority in the race for state treasurer (February 3, 2026)Iowa Public Radio