Helena Hayes is an American politician who has served as a member of the Iowa House of Representatives for the 88th district since January 9, 2023.

[1][2] Hayes was born in Harrison County, Iowa.

in environmental science and biology from Simpson College.

[1] A member of the Republican Party, Hayes ran for election to the Iowa House in 2022.

She won the general election on November 8, 2022, defeating her Democratic opponent Lisa Ossian.