John Hendrickson is the Policy Director for TEF Iowa. He formerly worked as a research analyst with Public Interest Institute and as a policy analyst for Iowans for Tax Relief. Henderickson earned a B.A. and M.A. in History from the University of North Dakota. (Opinions are his own.)
John Hendrickson: Federalism is a cornerstone of American constitutionalism and it also is a major part of the nation’s constitutional and political history.
John Hendrickson: The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated that globalization has hollowed out our manufacturing base and made dangerously dependent upon other nations for necessities.
North Carolina is the Gold Standard for State Tax Reform
John Hendrickson & Joseph Coletti: The Tar Heel state has successfully reduced tax rates, while controlling the growth of spending and funding the priorities of state government.
Empower Property Taxpayers with Direct Notification
John Hendrickson and Laura Ebke: Requiring a direct public notification that is sent to taxpayers is a needed reform that would help improve Iowa’s property tax accountability and transparency law.
John Hendrickson: Iowa’s policymakers can look to several states that have initiated tax reform which benefited both taxpayers and the overall economy.
Iowa’s Golden Opportunity for Pro-Growth Tax Reform
John Hendrickson and Jonathan Williams: The strong national economy provides a golden opportunity for Iowa policymakers to continue to advance bold, pro-growth tax policy.
John Hendrickson and Dr. Andrew J. Kidd: State policymakers should take full advantage of Iowa’s economic strength and surpluses to pursue pro-growth tax reforms—without delay.
The Electoral College and American Constitutionalism
The Electoral College is fundamental to our constitutional system of limited government, federalism, equal representation, checks and balances, and separation of powers.
John Hendrickson: High tax rates not only punish economic growth but for every dollar taken away in taxes it is less economic freedom for individuals and businesses.
Iowa: Look to Nebraska for Occupational Licensing Reform
John Hendrickson and Laura Ebke: One area of regulatory reform state leaders should look at to address this problem is changing our occupational licensing requirements.
Hendrickson and Mozena: It’s time for Iowa to leave outdated economic development policies behind and embrace the future by increasing transparency and accountability.
