The latest ITR Foundation Poll reveals overwhelming voter support for policies that protect taxpayers, including supermajority requirements for tax increases and limits on property tax growth. These results highlight Iowans’ desire for a clear, ongoing commitment to fiscal responsibility.
According to the poll, 66% of voters support capping property tax increases and restricting local governments from raising property tax collections by more than 2% per year. Only 14% oppose the measure, showing steady support since last fall.
Iowans want strong protections against runaway taxation.
Similarly, 71% of Iowans support requiring a two-thirds supermajority of the state legislature to approve any tax increases, with only 13% opposed. This strong backing extends across political lines, including among 71% of independent voters and 60% of Democrat voters.
Support for an amendment to the Iowa Constitution guaranteeing a single, uniform income tax rate—commonly referred to as a “flat tax”—remains steady, with 46% in favor and only 25% opposed.
Iowans continue to prioritize economic issues, with inflation and the economy (24%) remaining the top concern. However, taxes and government spending have seen a sharp increase in importance, jumping from 9% in September to 16% now. Among Republicans, these two issues are nearly equally important.
The poll also found that a majority of voters support the Iowa DOGE initiative, with 43% opposed. Support is strongest among men, while unaffiliated voters remain split (44% support, 46% oppose). Similarly, the Iowa DOGE Task Force enjoys 50% support, with opposition much lower at 38%. Notably, women and unaffiliated voters show stronger support for a state-level DOGE than a federal one.
Read more and download the complete poll on ITR Foundation’s website.
