Branstad Sets Oct 21 Deadline for Tax Reform Plan
Gov. Terry Branstad mandates an Oct 21 deadline for lawmakers to agree on an income tax reform plan. If an accord emerges, a special session this month may be held to pass the measure. Leaders warn the deadline is driven by printing new tax forms next month.
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Iowa lawmaker pushes tax reform with federal deduction cut
Eastern Iowa Senator Jack Rife says he would sacrifice federal deductibility to speed economic growth via a state income tax overhaul. His plan includes a 1 percent sales tax increase, a simplified two bracket rate and use of $240 million from lost federal deduction to fund lower rates, creating a flat tax structure for Iowa.
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Gas prices fall in Iowa as costs rise elsewhere
AAA Iowa reports a small fall in prices at 56 outlets since Labor Day despite Middle East tensions. Full service unleaded sits at 1.13 dollars, self service regular 0.97, self service unleaded 1.01, and self service diesel 1.00, with year over year gains of 12 to 15 cents.
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