Clel Baudler

Clel E. Baudler (born April 4, 1939) is an American politician who served as a member of the Iowa House of Representatives from the 20th district. A Republican, he was first elected to the House in 1998 and assumed office in 1999.^[1]

Clel Baudler
Member of the Iowa House of Representatives
In office January 11, 1999 – January 14, 2019
Preceded by	Dwight Dinkla
Succeeded by	Ray Sorensen
Constituency	20th (2013–2019) 58th (2003–2013) 78th (1999–2003)
Personal details
Born	(1939-04-04) April 4, 1939 (age 86) Fontanelle, Iowa, U.S.
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Mary Carole
Children	4
Residence(s)	Greenfield, Iowa, U.S.
Website	legis.iowa.gov/...

Career

Baudler was born and raised in Fontanelle, Iowa and resides in Greenfield. He served as a state trooper with the Iowa State Patrol for 32 years.^[2]

In the House, Baudler served on several committees, including the Agriculture, Environmental Protection, Government Oversight, and Natural Resources committees. He also serves as the chair of the Public Safety committee.^[3] He is on the board of directors of the National Rifle Association of America.^[4] Baudler did not seek re-election in 2018 and was succeeded by Ray Sorensen.^[5][6]