Gregg steps down as lieutenant governor, citing family

(The Center Square) – Iowa Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg stepped down from his post on Tuesday, saying he wanted to focus more on his family.

Senate President Amy Sinclair is next in the line of succession until Gov. Kim Reynolds appoints someone to fill Gregg's position, according to the governor's office. Published reports indicate he will be in charge of a state lobby group representing bankers.

Gregg was appointed by Reynolds in 2017 after Terry Branstad was named U.S. ambassador to China. He was elected in 2018 and 2022.

"I don’t have the words to express the profound gratitude I feel toward Governor Reynolds,” Gregg said in a statement released by Reynolds' office. “However, as Scripture reminds us, for everything there is a season, and there is a time to every purpose under heaven. I feel my time in public service must come to a close. This season of my life needs to be focused on my family. My kids are growing up too fast, and statewide elected offices force me to miss more of their lives than I can accept. While difficult, the decision to resign from this role allows me to honor my most important commitment – my family."

Reynolds said she appreciated Gregg's service to Iowans.

“It comes as no surprise that he would choose to step down to prioritize his personal life," Reynolds said. "Adam is a devoted husband and father, and there is nothing more important to him than his family. Even as lieutenant governor, he has made time to coach his young son and daughter, be involved at their school, and participate together in church activities."

Reynolds did not indicate when she would name a successor to Gregg.