DES MOINES, IOWA (September 23, 2021) — The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small-business advocacy organization, announced today a multi-state paid-advertising campaign, including radio, print, and digital ads in targeted states and districts, including Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District, encouraging Representative Cindy Axne (IA-03) to vote against devastating tax-hikes on small businesses.

DES MOINES, IOWA (September 17, 2021) — Iowa’s seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate remained at 4.1 percent in August, down from 5.3 percent one year ago. The US unemployment rate fell to 5.2 percent in August.

“Iowa’s economy remains resilient despite ongoing ripples from COVID-19,” said Beth Townsend, Director of Iowa Workforce Development.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (September 15, 2021) — The Quad Cities Chamber issued their Quarterly Market Report for the second quarter of 2021. The report is a summary of our regional economic position and the contributions and impacts within each of our region’s business sectors — manufacturing, logistics, ag innovation, defense, corporate office, and non-primary industries. The report provides the trends and data to help inform companies doing business within the region.

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (September 1, 2021) — The Illinois Chamber of Commerce is currently opposed to the existing comprehensive energy policy proposals pending before the General Assembly. We encourage the discussion to continue in an effort to find the right balance between the interests of rate-payers and those who produce energy.