Opinion
CBJ editorial: Maintaining fiscal prudence
In recent years, Iowa has been known for its fiscal prudence. But that may be slipping. According to a March 2025 Fitch Ratings report, “the state of Iowa’s ‘AAA’ Long-Term IDR and Stable Outlook reflect Iowa’s stable economic and employment…
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