Legislature responsibly balances budget without raising taxes while building groundwork for economic recovery
Legislative leaders yesterday said the shortened 2010 session of the Iowa Legislature succeeded in responsibly balancing the budget without raising taxes while laying the groundwork for Iowa’s economic recovery. “The lingering national recession has put almost every state budget in the red. In Iowa, that’s not the case. We’ve balanced the budget without increasing taxes on [...]
Opening Remarks – House Majority Leader McCarthy
Listen Here: Majority Leader McCarthy – 2009 Opening Day Remarks Mr. Speaker – ladies & gentlemen of the House. Good morning. Let me begin by congratulating all of you on your recent election. And also, to Representatives Paulsen & Upmeyer on your new positions. I very much look forward to working with both of you. We [...]