In this episode of ITR Live, host Chris Hagenow is joined by Tom Sands and John Hendrickson to explore the far-reaching impacts of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and its connection to Iowa’s tax policies. They dive into the significance of tax cuts for economic growth, focusing on how federal and state tax reforms shape Iowa’s business climate and overall prosperity. The episode highlights the importance of reducing taxes for small businesses and corporations to stimulate investment and job creation.

Key topics include the link between Iowa’s tax policy and changes in the federal tax code, as well as the political landscape’s effect on future tax legislation. The conversation sheds light on how progressive tax policies could stifle economic growth, emphasizing the need for continued reform at both state and federal levels.

Listeners will gain insights into why responsible government spending is crucial in avoiding budget deficits and how Iowa’s fiscal conservatism can serve as a model for other states. The episode underscores the benefits of recent income tax cuts for Iowa’s working families and small businesses and the political challenges ahead as Congress debates the expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.