Public Policy Resolutions for ABI Members in 2023

We’re fast approaching the end of 2022 and what a significant year it was! The 2022 midterm election took place last month and pro-business candidates across the state were largely successful in their runs for the Iowa House, Senate and statewide. Governor Kim Reynolds, a champion for business and industry, was re-elected and 67 of 70 Friends of Iowa Business candidates were elected to the Legislature and statewide. ABI will be working with pro-growth majorities in the lower and upper chambers in the 90th General Assembly.

When approaching a new year, people often make resolutions. Since we’re only a few weeks away from 2023, we have included a few suggested resolutions for ABI members concerning public policy.

1. Attend a public policy event. One of ABI’s marquee public policy events is set to take place on Wednesday, January 11th in Des Moines. The ABI Legislative Reception and Briefing is one of the best attended receptions each year and 2023 will be no different. Iowa House, Senate and statewide officials and department heads have been invited to network with attendees at this fantastic event. It’s a great way for you to establish a relationship with your locally elected officials. Those in attendance will also hear from the public policy team as they preview the 2023 Legislative Session.
2. Give to IIPAC. The Iowa Industry Political Action Committee (IIPAC) is the vehicle ABI utilizes to support candidates running for the Iowa House, Senate and statewide candidates. The IIPAC Board invests in individuals, regardless of party, who back a pro-jobs agenda. They also endorse candidates by issuing the Friend of Iowa Business designation. We’re grateful to everyone who helped make a difference in the 2022 election cycle as the PAC went 46 of 48 in House races, 16 of 17 in Senate races and 5 of 5 in statewide races.
3. Invite a policymaker to tour your facility or business. One of the most impactful things you can do is forge a relationship with your House or Senate member. One way you can do that is by inviting them into your facility so they can see and understand the impact of your company’s economic footprint in their district. If you need help with this, contact the public policy team.
4. Join a public policy committee. The best way to get involved in helping formulate ABI’s policies and priorities is to join one or more of our committees (Economic Growth, Employment and Workforce, Environment, Tax and Workplace and Product Safety). Take advantage of this great opportunity to ensure your company’s voice is heard in ABI’s public policy process.

The ABI policy team has a New Year’s Resolution as well. We pledge to continue to work hard on representing you, the ABI member, before the Executive and Legislative branches of government. Our job is to ensure your voice is heard before policymakers and that you’re receiving a strong return on your investment in ABI.

As always, please contact JD Davis or Brad Hartkopf if we can be helpful to you or if you have any questions about ABI’s policy efforts.