Partnership Unveils 2025 State Policy Priorities at Legislative Leadership Breakfast
GREATER DES MOINES, IA (Dec. 3, 2024) – The Greater Des Moines Partnership unveiled its 2025 state policy priorities at today’s Legislative Leadership Breakfast. The Partnership’s State Policy Agenda was developed by its Government Policy Council, which consists of Business Members from The Partnership’s 23 Affiliate Chambers of Commerce and 400+ Investors. Included in the agenda is a list of featured priorities that will drive The Partnership’s state policy efforts. The Partnership will focus on the following priorities:
Recognizing the competitive nature of economic development and the vital need to attract business and talent to Iowa, The Partnership supports economic development tools and incentives that enable state and local governments and enhance an overall competitive tax environment and a streamlined, efficient, and modernized tax structure that promotes business growth.
A well-educated and skilled workforce is a top priority for Partnership Investors, Affiliates and Members. The Partnership supports workforce strategies and programs that attract new talent, assists with the retention and training of talent, and supports work-based learning opportunities.
The Partnership supports the creation and expansion of housing options through funding and policies that incentivize communities and employers to invest in new and existing housing for all Iowans.
A strong quality of life and placemaking are important to attracting and retaining talent and play a key role in transformation and vibrancy of Iowa communities, main streets and local economies. The Partnership supports continued investment in programs that support quality of life projects driven by public-private partnerships.
“We look forward to continued collaboration with state elected officials to advance policies that grow our communities and our state,” said Daryl Bouwkamp, Sr. Director Industry, International & Government Relations at Vermeer Corporation and 2025 Chair of The Partnership’s Government Policy Council. “The strength of our region lies in our ability to unite and work toward shared goals as one community.”
Additionally, The Partnership announced that it will host the 2025 Opening Night Legislative Reception on Monday, Jan. 13. The Partnership and its Affiliate Chambers will welcome the 91st Iowa General Assembly to the 2025 Legislative Session. This event will be an opportunity to network with Partnership Investors, Members and Iowa Legislators. Learn more about the event here.
About the Greater Des Moines Partnership
The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa. Together with 23 Affiliate Chambers of Commerce, more than 6,500 Regional Business Members and more than 400 Investors, The Partnership drives economic growth with one voice, one mission and as one region. Through innovation, strategic planning and global collaboration, The Partnership grows opportunity, helps create jobs and promotes DSM as the best place to build a business, a career and a future. Learn more at DSMpartnership.com.