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Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

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Grassley: Tax Filing Day Is a Reminder of Positive Effects of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Chuck Grassley: In my home state of Iowa, Iowans of every income group have seen a tax cut and lower utility bills because of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

Ernst, Norquist Tout the Benefits of Lower Taxes and Fewer Regulations

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst and Americans for Tax Reform President Grover Norquist explained the benefit of lower taxes and fewer regulations at the ITR/NFIB Tax Day Lunch.

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.

This is why Democrats are joining the Republican Party in 2020

John Pence: President Trump’s pro-growth policies are improving the lives of all Americans, and the residents of Iowa are no exception.
  • January 14, 2020
  • 3 minute read

King Seeks Restoration of 15% Tax Rate for Small Farms

Congressman Steve King (R-Iowa) offers the “Kitty Rehberg Bill” as an amendment to the House Republicans Year-End Tax Package.

Growing Wages in Iowa

Congressman David Young: Businesses – small and large – are growing and investing. Workers’ wages are increasing. And we are building a better and healthier economy.

Reflecting on the First Half of 2018

Congressman David Young: 2018 is quickly passing by and it’s important to reflect on our accomplishments as a community and country, and continue to strive towards improvements for Iowa.

The Economy is Better Off Now

Congressman David Young (R-Iowa): More Iowans have more of their hard-earned money to save or spend however they please, and small businesses have the ability to increase wages and expand their operations.

Iowa Needs Tax Reform Now: Delay Will Result in Tax Increases on Iowans

John Hendrickson: High tax rates are harmful to economic growth. In addition to reducing rates, the final tax reform and relief measure should be comprehensive, use revenue triggers or phase-ins, reduce and reform the use of tax credits, and modernize the sales and use tax to bring fairness to Iowa’s small businesses. 

Now is the Time to Create a Better Tax Climate

John Hendrickson: The Iowa Legislature has a unique opportunity to enact tax relief by lowering rates across-the-board and begin the process of controlling spending with the 99 percent spending limitation amendment.

Reflecting and Anticipating

Congressman David Young (R-Iowa): This past year, our communities and nation have experienced trials and triumphs – not unlike those felt by Iowa families.

Five Takeaways on Passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Shane Vander Hart: Depending on who you ask the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R. 1) that Congress passed this week will usher in the apocalypse or it is the best thing since sliced bread.