08 Feb 2017

New savings accounts allow persons with disabilities and their families to save for qualified disability expenses

By Karen Austin

DES MOINES, IA (02/08/2017) (readMedia)-- State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald announced the launch of IAble, Iowa's tax-advantaged savings plan for persons with disabilities and their families. Signed into Iowa law in 2015, IAble allows families the opportunity to plan for the future well-being of a loved one with a disability without the risk of losing their eligibility for certain assistance programs, like SSI and Medicaid.

08 Feb 2017

Treasurer Fitzgerald has Treasures for Valentine's Day

By Karen Austin

DES MOINES, IA (02/01/2017) (readMedia)-- State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald is looking to reunite owners this Valentine's Day with their lost and forgotten cherished treasurers. "In addition to money, we have an assortment of mementos from safe deposit box contents waiting to be reclaimed," Fitzgerald said. "The contents include pictures of soldier's overseas, engagement rings, lockets, cards and love letters.

08 Feb 2017

Iowa AARP Free Tax Filing Help Available to Iowans Feb. 1 - Apr. 18

By Ann Black

Des Moines, Iowa - It's tax time again and beginning February 1 through April 18, AARP Foundation is providing free tax assistance and preparation for Iowans through its Tax-Aide program.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, in its 49th year, is the nation's largest free tax assistance and preparation service, offering free tax preparation help to anyone, especially those who are 50 and older, who cannot afford a tax preparation service

07 Feb 2017

State Treasurer Fitzgerald Statement Regarding IPERS

By Sam Harris

DES MOINES, IA (01/30/2017)(readMedia)-- State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald issued the following statement regarding Gov. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Reynolds' comments on IPERS.

07 Feb 2017

Governor Addresses Growth and Opportunity in Illinois with U.S. Chamber President

By Catherine Kelly

CHICAGO - Governor Bruce Rauner today joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Illinois Chamber of Commerce to discuss Illinois' opportunities for growth. He addressed business leaders as part of the U.S. Chamber's #LetsGrow Tour to encourage economic growth around the country. 

07 Feb 2017

Outstanding Debt Obligations Increase 0.92%

By Karen Austin

Debt increase drops below one percent for first time in 20 years

07 Feb 2017

Working for Fiscal Responsibility: Senators Grassley & Lee Introduce Balanced Budget Amendment

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON – Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley of Iowa joined Senator Mike Lee of Utah in introducing an amendment to the United States Constitution that would require the federal government to balance its budget each year.

06 Feb 2017

Branstad, Reynolds announce State Workforce Development Board subcommittee to address minority unemployment

By Office of the Governor of the State of Iowa

(DES MOINES) – Governor Branstad and Lt.

06 Feb 2017

Weerts Funeral Home Acquired by Service Corp International

By Michael T. Saunders

DAVENPORT, IA (February 2, 2017) – Service Corporation International (SCI) announced today that it has acquired

01 Feb 2017

Q&A: Balanced Budget Amendment With U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley

By Grassley Press

Q: Why are you co-sponsoring an amendment requiring Congress to pass a balanced budget?

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