Message From The Governor & Lt. Governor

Dear Iowans:

Iowans have met many challenges over the past couple of years. Together, we’ve faced historic natural disasters like ice storms, tornadoes and floods. And along with the rest of the nation, we are enduring a historic economic recession.

But as Iowans do, we meet challenges head-on and come out stronger than ever before.

As Iowa faces the current economic challenges, we are working hard to hold the line on state government spending while we also find ways to create and retain jobs. One part of that effort is the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, approved by Congress and signed into law by President Obama.

The ARRA presents some great opportunities for Iowa. An estimated $2.5 billion will come to our state to help us with important issues, such as:

• Investing in our state’s infrastructure, such as transportation
• Providing greater access to health care
• Continuing support to our public schools
• Encouraging greater use of clean and efficient energy
• Implementing tax cuts for hard-working Iowans
• Providing additional help to workers hurt by the recession

We’re glad you visited recovery.iowa.gov. This website is a place to learn more about the ARRA and its impact on Iowa. And in the weeks and months ahead, you can see exactly how these funds are being spent in order to meet our needs across the state.

Thank you for your interest and be sure to check back to learn more about how this is helping to build and strengthen our economy in Iowa.

Sincerely,

Chet Culver
Governor

Patty Judge
Lieutenant Governor

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