Political Quotes

Kim Reynolds: “The death tax stifles growth, discourages savings, stymies job creation, drains resources, and ruins family businesses…”

On the recordJune 8, 2000
The death tax stifles growth, discourages savings, stymies job creation, drains resources, and ruins family businesses and farms. It is time we phase out this unfair tax and allow the American dream to be passed on to our children and future generations.
Said by
Kim Reynolds
Republican · Iowa

Editor's note · Context

Addressing the impact of the death tax on families and businesses.

Share

More from Kim Reynolds

Oct 14, 2026

As the yearlong celebration of America’s 250th anniversary continues, Iowa is proud to celebrate its unique role in American history as a leader in agricultural innovation—and there’s no better time to do that than harvest time.

governor.iowa.gov
Oct 20, 2026

And now, with the strength and support of our family, we will face this fight together just as we have the others—with faith, hope, and love.

governor.iowa.gov
Oct 6, 2026

This will lower costs for farmers through the harvest and beyond by opening access to tax-free fuel.

iowacapitaldispatch.com
Oct 20, 2026

And our prayers for healing are with every family facing cancer.

governor.iowa.gov

Other voices in this conversation