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IFP News: Not 2020 vision
1/14/20Tax inequity: Iowa’s continuing story
10/17/18Remember value of refundable EITC
4/27/18The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) promotes and rewards work in the state of Iowa.
Yet another loophole for Iowa?
4/24/18Questions for Iowa before adopting the pass-through loophole need answers: Costs of $100 million-plus, benefits to wealthy — some vs. others at the same income.
Plugging loopholes could boost revenue
3/27/18Unlike a tax increase, combined reporting is an accountability tool assuring a state can enforce its existing tax code against tax-avoidance gimmicks.
Enhancing tax fairness for families
3/27/18While the federal tax code works to support working families with children in making ends meet, current Iowa tax law often does just the opposite.
Taxing seniors: Retirees benefit already
3/21/18Seniors are least likely to live in poverty and most likely to have substantial wealth, but legislators keep looking for ways to cut their taxes.
Passing through a special break
3/19/18A special federal tax break for business income claimed for personal income tax purposes is complicated, poorly understood, and costly — and now it's being considered by Iowa state lawmakers.
Costly frills: Extending 529 deduction
3/13/18The proposed expansion of Iowa’s 529 program adds administrative complexity, reduces revenue for other needs, and disproportionately benefits high-income families.
Setting the stage for cuts
3/8/18The plan includes some desirable reforms that need not have come at the expense of essential public services that inevitably will have to be cut in the face of revenue losses. It also omits reforms that could enhance Iowa tax fairness.
