Reapportionment, Tax Reform Debated in Iowa Test Vote
The column argues for passage of the State Legislature Reapportionment Amendment and criticizes the Shaff plan. It warns of federal preapportionment if the amendment fails and urges cross‑group cooperation to pass tax relief and a major tax revision. The piece notes House File 550 failures, blame on leadership, and comments on the withholding feature of state income tax. Continuous discussion references December vote and ongoing legislative concerns.