Hatch proposes tax cut plan for middle class Iowans
Iowa State Senator Jack Hatch unveiled a tax cut plan aimed at middle class families with multiple jobs. The proposal would reduce state income tax brackets from eight to four, boost the per child credit, raise filing thresholds, and eliminate federal deductibility by 2015 with targeted relief that favors dual income families. He projects a $309 million and $304 million impact in 2014 and 2015 respectively, with 1.033 million Iowans seeing tax reductions. The plan preserves a higher burden on top earners and emphasizes progressivity over universal cuts.
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AFSCME backs Olson in 2014 governor bid
The state’s largest public employee union endorses Rep. Tyler Olson for governor, promising “old fashioned door knocking” and labor support as Olson runs in a primary against Sen. Jack Hatch. Union officials note the endorsement comes from a statewide AFSCME activist committee.
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Congress divisions emerge as budget talks begin
Congressional negotiators opened talks on a fiscal budget as a new shutdown threat loomed. Republicans pressed to cut spending and oppose tax hikes while Democrats push for revenues, with K street forecasts framing the stalemate ahead of a Dec 13 deadline.
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