Capitol report wanes on under-30 state income tax idea
Senate Republicans say eliminating Iowa income tax for residents under 30 likely won’t pass. Polls show only 6 percent support, while tax credits for business creation and education funding draw more interest. A separate proposal to freeze property taxes for those 65 and older may endure. tobacco tax moves await decision as budget planning continues.
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Rod Boshart
Gazette
Des Moines
Senate
Senate expands who may deliver Iowa absentee ballots
Iowa Senate approved a provision allowing an immediate family member of an authorized voter to deliver a voted absentee ballot to the county auditor. The 34-15 vote in Senate File 123 faces an uncertain House path and drew concern about ballot integrity from opponents. The package also extended a tsunami relief tax deduction for donations in January 2004.
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Rod Boshart
Gazette
Des Moines
Iowa
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Bob Brunkhorst
R-Waverly
Mark Zieman
R-Postville
Herman Quirmbach
D-Ames
Maggie Tinsman
Bettendorf
Senator proposes broad Iowa tax overhaul to raise revenue
Iowa Senator David Miller outlines a wide reform of income sales and property taxes. The plan includes three income tax rates, eliminated federal deductibility, a 5 percent sales tax with broad exemptions eliminated, and up to a 400 refund credit for low income households. The package aims to raise revenue and shift education funding and mental health costs to the state.
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Rod Boshart
Gazette Des Moines
Iowa
David Miller
R-Batavia
Statehouse
Miller
Mark Zieman
R-Postville
Cochair
Senate
Ways and Means Committee
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