Iowa Voters Face Tax Amendment Divide | Des Moines News

Des Moines News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 23, 2026 · 1m

Iowa voters face a pivotal ballot question this fall: should the state make it harder to raise income taxes? A proposed constitutional amendment would require a two-thirds supermajority instead of a simple majority, aiming to protect recent tax cuts and give citizens more control over their money. Supporters, backed by the governor, tout it as fiscal conservatism and voter empowerment. Critics call it reckless, warning it could cripple the state’s ability to fund essential services as reserves dwindle. With a massive awareness campaign underway, this debate pits long-term fiscal…