Common Sense Institute Iowa
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Common Sense Institute Iowa (CSI) is a non-partisan research organization dedicated to the protection and promotion of Iowa’s economy.
Iowa, USA
Joined November 2023
Common Sense Institute Iowa is here! Get ready for groundbreaking research and unbiased policy analysis in the Hawkeye State. #CSI_IA
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Happy Super Bowl Sunday! We're excited for a great game, but we're really excited for the city of New Orleans and the benefit they'll see from the economic impact of the game. Whatever the outcome, New Orleans will be the winner!
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Iowa lawmakers began improving government efficiency through a state initiative known as “alignment” more than a year before the American public ever heard of a “DOGE” at the federal level. The initiative has payed off by providing $217 million in income tax cuts and putting $112 back in the pocket of a median Iowa household. Read our report to learn more: Read the article:
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Announcing CSI Iowa's First Annual Free Enterprise Summit! We are thrilled to invite you to CSI Iowa's first annual Free Enterprise Summit. Our marquee event brings together community leaders, policymakers, and elected officials to discuss the future of free enterprise in Iowa. Location: Curate, Des Moines, IA Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM This year's event features keynote speaker former Arizona Governor @DougDucey. The former CEO of Cold Stone Creamery, Governor Ducey later served as Arizona State Treasurer before leading the state as Arizona's 23rd Governor from 2015-2023. Today, he is the CEO of Citizens for Free Enterprise, a grassroots organization advocating for economic freedom nationwide. Don't miss this opportunity to discuss Iowa's economic future. Secure your spot at The Free Enterprise Summit today: #FreeEnterpriseSummit #IowaEconomy #CommonSenseIA
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Iowa's #DOGE has seen incredible success, saving taxpayers $217 million. But don't just take our word for it! Listen to @IAGovernor Kim Reynolds testify on the success of alignment before the U.S. House Oversight Committee. And read CSI's report for more:
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Ben Murrey joined Jeff Stein on the Iowa Business Report to discuss Iowa's ranking in our 2025 Free Enterprise Report. Iowa is one of the most free enterprise friendly states in the nation. Thanks in large part to free-enterprise-oriented reforms, the state’s competitiveness steadily rose from 27th in 2011 to 8th best in 2023. Read the report today: Listen to the interview:
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Before #DOGE existed at the federal level, Iowa did state government “alignment.” By streamlining government and making it more efficient, Iowa saved taxpayers $217 million dollars, which it returned to taxpayers through tax cuts. Learn more from CSI’s latest report…and D.C. politicians take notes:
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Iowa was doing #DOGE before it was cool. The savings from Iowa’s government alignment initiative translate to over $250 million in Economic Growth for the state. Read CSI’s latest report to learn how: #CommonSenseIA
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A significant decline in crime rates and a reduction in homelessness contributed to Iowa's top 10 free enterprise competitiveness rank. Iowa is ranked 4th best in public safety in 2023. Read our report to learn more:
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Inflation in the midwest can be felt right where it hurts - in Iowans' pockets. To maintain the same standard of living, Iowans must spend $1,094 more per month. Read our latest report on inflation to learn more:
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In 2024, Iowa produced a cumulative net gain of 7,400 jobs, the lowest annual jobs gain since 2020. Learn more about the December BLS employment figures in CSI's latest jobs report:
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Iowa's Labor force participation rate grew to 66.4% (+0.1%) in December despite the rise in unemployment to 3.2% (+0.1%). Learn more about how Iowa's labor market is trending in CSI's latest jobs report:
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Iowa is one of the most economically competitive states in the nation. The state’s free enterprise competitiveness steadily rose from 27th in 2011 to 8th best in 2023. Read our Free Enterprise Report to learn more: Read the article:
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Inflation in the Midwest has significantly increased the cost of living, with the region experiencing a 22.32% rise in consumer prices since the pandemic. Read our report to learn more:
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Ben Murrey joined The Doug Wagner Show last week to talk about Iowa's Free Enterprise Report! Iowa has maintained an extremely tight labor market post-pandemic with its unemployment rate remaining at or below 3% for most of the last three years. You can access the 2025 Free Enterprise Report to learn more about Iowa's free enterprise competitiveness here:
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Inflation continues to impact Iowans at their core during the cold season. In December, prices were hotter than expected, with housing (4.9%) and services (4.4%) growing the most alongside a spike in energy (2%) and fuel (3.1%) costs. Learn more about the most recent CPI print in CSI's latest inflation report:
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Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose vision of equality and opportunity continues to inspire us in 2025. His words remind us of the power and importance of action, and the enduring strength of community. #MLKDay
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In a recent report, CSI highlighted how Iowa remains among the nation's top ten affordable places for housing in the nation thanks to easing housing shortages and higher permit rates. If the state continues its current permit rate, it could solve the housing shortage in five years! Learn more about Iowa's housing competitiveness and why the state ranked 18th in CSI's latest Free Enterprise Report: 2025 Edition. Housing and Affordability in Iowa: Iowa's Free Enterprise Report:
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2024 is not done just yet! According to Wednesday's inflation data, Midwest inflation in December grew to 3% (+0.4%) while the broader U.S. grew to 2.9% (+0.2%). Here's to hoping high inflation doesn't follow Iowa into 2025! Read more about December's inflation print in CSI's latest inflation report:
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Welcome to the Team, Lisa Feuerbach! CSI Iowa is thrilled to welcome Lisa Feuerbach as our new Executive Director! An Iowa native and seasoned leader, Lisa brings 20 years of management and executive-level experience to CSI. As Iowa’s first female Chief U.S. Probation Officer, Lisa championed wellness, equity, and inclusion, while leading transformative policy reforms and overseeing critical operational areas. We’re excited for the incredible leadership and vision Lisa will bring as we continue tackling Iowa’s most pressing policy challenges. Join us in welcoming Lisa to the team! #WelcomeToCSI #Leadership #Iowa #FreeEnterprise
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Attendance at Caitlin Clark basketball games is estimated to have contributed between $14.4 and $52.3 million to Iowa's economy in 2024. Read about how her career is impacting the WNBA here: Read our report here:
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