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 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Hendrickson and Mozena: It’s time for Iowa to leave outdated economic development policies behind and embrace the future by increasing transparency and accountability.
John Hendrickson: President Roosevelt’s New Deal is a “dime store” compared to the radical and outlandish proposals being advocated by the plethora of Democrats running for president.
John Hendrickson and Jonathan Williams: A property tax cap, along with a strong truth in taxation process, would provide relief for hardworking taxpayers across Iowa.
John Hendrickson: It is vital that Iowa’s policymakers continue the work to lower tax rates, which also means revising and lowering the 4 percent revenue trigger.
John Hendrickson: Tax rates matter because the more you tax something, the less of it you will get. Iowa’s tax rates are some of the highest in the nation.
