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Secretary Naig Comments on Gov. Reynolds’ Condition of the State Address

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig released the following statement after Gov. Kim Reynolds delivered the annual Condition of the State Address:

“Gov. Reynolds’ bold leadership and clear vision keeps Iowa moving forward, and I have full confidence that this legislative session will produce even more victories for Iowa’s families.

Because of the steadfast commitment by the Governor and Legislature to budget responsibly each year, the State of Iowa is again in a position to lessen the tax burden on hard-working families and small businesses while also making key investments in budget priorities. 

As the bedrock of our economy and our rural communities, agriculture remains our state’s most important industry. My team is again ready to work with lawmakers to support and protect Iowa’s $20 billion livestock industry, build markets for Iowa products, accelerate our statewide water quality and conservation work, grow Iowa’s renewable energy dominance, and implement innovative workforce solutions that strengthen the vitality of our rural communities. 

I am eager to work with Gov. Reynolds and the Legislature to make Iowa an even better place to live, work, and raise a family.”

Source : iowaagriculture.gov

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