Budget Challenges are the Symptom—The Real Problem Is Mission Creep
Local government is not the heart of a community—it’s the tool that protects the space for community to thrive. Municipal finance expert Mark Moses argued that local governments face ongoing budget stress because their missions are too vague and expansive, leading to unchecked growth in programs and spending. Cities and…
Ohio’s New 2.75% Flat Tax Puts Pressure on Other States
Ohio has enacted a major income tax reform, reducing its top rate to 3.125% in 2025 and transitioning to a 2.75% flat tax in 2026—the second lowest flat tax rate in the nation. The move aligns Ohio with other states like Mississippi and Oklahoma, which are also pursuing bold, growth-oriented…
ITRF Symposium Urges Local Leaders to Challenge the Status Quo
At the recent Iowans for Tax Relief Foundation Local Government Symposium, a message resonated with everyone in the room: local leadership matters—and the taxpayers are watching. ITR Foundation hosted local elected officials from across the state for a full day of conversations about public service, stewardship, and sound decision-making. From…
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Let’s be honest, big government is big bureaucracy, and common sense tells us big bureaucracy is ineffective. That’s why ITR Foundation works to:
- Research principled solutions
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- Activate Iowans in support of our solutions
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ITR Foundation set the policy groundwork for many recent taxpayer victories in Iowa:
- Increased property tax transparency and spending restraint
- A 3.8% flat individual income tax rate by 2025
- Elimination of income taxes on retirement income
- Elimination of inheritance tax
- Creating a path to reduce corporate income tax to 5.5%
- Phasing-out special tax incentives in the corporate tax code
- Banning local universal basic income programs
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Ohio’s New 2.75% Flat Tax Puts Pressure on Other States
Ohio has enacted a major income tax reform, reducing its top rate to 3.125% in 2025 and transitioning to a 2.75% flat tax in 2026—the second lowest flat tax rate…
ITRF Symposium Urges Local Leaders to Challenge the Status Quo
At the recent Iowans for Tax Relief Foundation Local Government Symposium, a message resonated with everyone in the room: local leadership matters—and the taxpayers are watching. ITR Foundation hosted local…
Understanding Preemption: What Iowa’s New Fireworks Law Means for Local Governments
The fireworks law may seem like a small matter, but it serves as a powerful example of how preemption works—and why it’s important for local governments to stay informed and…
Is There a Medicaid Storm on the Horizon?
Medicaid now consumes nearly 19% of Iowa’s General Fund, with a $2 billion annual cost that will likely increase in coming years due to growing enrollment and reduced federal support….
Uncle Sam’s Wallet: An Update on Federal Funds in Iowa
Iowa’s reliance on federal funds flowing through our state—which cumulatively exceed the $9.4 billion state General Fund—reveals a growing imbalance that puts Iowa at risk. With Congress considering ways to…
Lawmakers Pass Record Budget, But Spending Restraint Must Return
Iowa’s FY 2026 budget increases spending by $506 million (5.6%) to $9.4 billion, with 85% of the funds directed toward education and Medicaid—two areas where costs continue to rise on…
