Apply for new business property tax credit
The Iowa Department of Revenue and local governments are rolling out the new Business Property Tax Credit the Legislature approved this year (Senate File 295). Commercial property owners can take...
View ArticleLow unemployment insurance is savings for Iowa business
At 4.9 percent, Iowa’s relatively low unemployment rate is a reminder that the state fared better than most during the recession, according to Forbes’ Best States for Business 2013. When Iowans are...
View ArticleGo local with your holiday shopping
Our small businesses are owned by local people, who employ our friends and neighbors. As you start looking for holiday gifts for loved ones, give your community a boost by shopping locally. Studies...
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Paving the road to Iowa’s future
State Senator Tod Bowman by State Senator Tod Bowman, chair of the Transportation Committee in the Iowa Senate Iowa’s roads and bridges are in bad shape. That can make businesses hesitant to locate...
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Hogg: Loss of federal wind tax credit threatens Iowa jobs, innovation & clean...
Senator Rob Hogg of Cedar Rapids DES MOINES – Senator Rob Hogg (D-Cedar Rapids) is urging Iowans to contact the state’s congressional delegation in support of Iowa jobs, innovation and clean energy....
View ArticleEnding the year on a high note
As 2013 comes to an end, we cap off a year that has pointed Iowa in the right direction on many fronts. We ensured more Iowans have access to good jobs, great communities, strong local schools and...
View ArticleDvorsky: EPA should not give into Big Oil on ethanol
Jan. 7, 2014 5:37 PM | Opinion = Iowa City Press-Citizen Written by Bob Dvorsky The Environmental Protection Agency needs to reassess its stance on ethanol. The EPA is set to change rules that could...
View ArticleSession should focus on growing Iowa’s middle class
The 2014 legislative session gaveled in on January 13. This year, strengthening Iowa’s middle class remains our top priority. We can do it by building on the many bipartisan successes of last year. We...
View ArticleLocal legislators working to help displaced workers after plant closure
Iowa Legislature News Release Thursday, January 16, 2014 Rep. Prichard, 641-220-6414 Sen. Wilhelm, 563-419-1093 DES MOINES, IOWA – After Soy Basics announced it would close its New Hampton plant on...
View ArticleMake your voice heard on renewable fuels
Iowa’s economy thrives on renewable fuels. New markets for corn and soybeans have brought better prices for Iowa commodities, created jobs in our communities and generated all kinds of economic...
View Article3 ways to strengthen Iowa’s middle class
The United States created the strongest economy in the world by building a large middle class. Unfortunately, it has become more difficult since the Great Recession for lower- and middle-income Iowans...
View ArticleVeterans bring skills to our workforce
We’re pleased that the first bill approved in the Senate this year is a bipartisan measure for our veterans. Senate File 303 will exempt all military retirement pay from Iowa individual income tax...
View ArticleHigh-speed Internet is economic engine
In an effort to help more Iowa employers and workers recover from the national recession, we must increase access to high-quality Internet services across the state. Iowa ranks 11th out of 12...
View ArticleSodders: broadband access is a necessity of life today
State Sen. Steve Sodders (D-State Center) says access to high-speed broadband is needed for business and economic development, helping draw people to live in small communities and rural areas, as well...
View ArticleExpanding middle class with apprenticeships & job training
Apprenticeship programs are a proven way for workers to improve their skills and get better-paying work. Apprenticeships are also a great way for Iowa workers to train in the skills of a trade or...
View ArticleFocusing on Win-Wins for Iowa Workers and Employers
Iowa Senate News Release Senator Bill Dotzler: (319) 538-2247 Representative Jerry Kearns: (319)524-1570 For Immediate Release: March 6, 2014 (DES MOINES) House and Senate Democrats today highlighted...
View ArticleSmall Business Centers grow Iowa jobs
Iowa’s small businesses are the heart of our state’s economy. According to the Small Business Administration: • Small businesses represent more than 97 percent of all firms in Iowa. • There are more...
View ArticleApproved by the Iowa Senate, Killed by the Iowa House
Approved by the Iowa Senate, Killed by the Iowa House March 13, 2014 SF 2077 and SF 2079 Stable funding for local schools In compliance with existing state law since 1995, legislation determines the...
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Iowa Republicans join political ‘war on women’ instead of supporting health...
State Senator Joe Bolkcom For Immediate Release: March 17, 2014 Statement by Senator Joe Bolkcom of Iowa City, member of the Senate Human Resources Committee “I’m disappointed Iowa Republicans have...
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Key Senator calls for federal investigation into Branstad Administration’s...
Contents: News release Statement by Senator Dotzler Dotzler letter to US Labor Department Supporting documents News Conference Video: http://youtu.be/OLszpVG_pB0 March 19 News Release Senator Bill...
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