Public Policy
At TAI, we envision a dynamic, technology-driven future for Iowa. As the leading advocate for a technology-based, pro-growth, business-focused agenda, we proudly help guide and shape policies that fuel innovation and drive economic growth for all Iowans.TAI PUBLIC POLICY: STATE
2025 Policy Priorities
- Artificial Intelligence: Empower Iowa businesses to lead in developing and deploying AI responsibly by fostering safe and ethical practices, providing education on practical applications, and championing a collaborative, forward-thinking approach
- Cybersecurity: Build awareness of known and emerging cyber threats and incentivize effective cybersecurity practices to protect Iowans and their data
- Data Privacy: Ensure standardized data privacy policies to facilitate Iowans' access, control, and understanding of private data and its usage
- Connectivity: Facilitate high-performance internet connectivity using the best available technologies for all Iowans
- Workforce: Support efforts to attract, retain, and educate technology talent in Iowa
- Business Growth: Support funding for programs that drive growth and innovation in Iowa businesses and communities, including the Iowa Economic Development Authority and their Angel Investor and Innovation tax credits
TAI PUBLIC POLICY: STATE
2025 Policy Principles
- Champion policies that attract human and financial capital to Iowa
- Elevate Iowa (rural and urban) as the premier state for technology workforce
- Promote policies that foster a culture of inclusion
- Ensure Iowa's K-12 through college education systems prepare Iowa students for successful high-tech careers
- Support the investment, development, implementation, and ethical use of emerging technologies in Iowa
TAI PUBLIC POLICY: federal
2025 Federal Agenda
The Technology Association of Iowa is the leader in advocacy for technology-enabled companies and emerging technologies in Iowa. As the voice calling for a technology-forward, pro-growth, business-focused agenda, TAI promotes policies that:
- Develop, Attract and Retain a Highly Skilled, Technical Workforce
- Increase access to a highly-skilled, global workforce
- Support K-12 through college STEM education
- Invest in Infrastructure Necessary for a Thriving Technology Ecosystem
- Foster a competitive Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ecosystem
- Invest in cybersecurity efforts to safeguard critical infrastructure against evolving global threats
- Federal uniformity of data privacy legislation and reporting requirements
- Facilitate access to high-performance internet connectivity
- Promote Innovation and Company Growth
- Encourage innovation through the safe and ethical development and deployment of emerging technologies
- Tax policy that incentivizes innovation, growth and competitiveness
- Increase access to capital for early-stage companies
GET INVOLVED - January 22, 2025
2025 AG INNOVATION FORUM & LEGISLATIVE RECEPTION
Join TAI on January 22, 2025 for an insightful forum focused on AgTech and its transformative impact on Iowa’s agriculture industry. This event will delve into the intersection of agricultural technology and policy, exploring pathways for growth and the evolving regulatory landscape. A dynamic panel will discuss key challenges, considerations, and strategic solutions that are shaping a resilient future in Iowa’s agriculture industry.
Engage with AgTech innovators, state policymakers, industry leaders, and Iowa’s tech community as we navigate advancements and work to build a forward-thinking vision for the industry.
A networking reception will follow the forum, offering drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and an opportunity to learn about TAI’s 2025 legislative priorities.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
LOCATION
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
435 Park Street Des Moines, IA 50309
AGENDA
Ag Innovation Forum 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Legislative Reception 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Forum Panelists:
Matt Carstens
President & Chief Executive Officer, Landus
Colin Hurd
Chief Executive Officer, Mach
Liz Keehner
Principal, Next Level Ventures
Mike Naig
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture
Forum Moderator:
Brian Waller
President, Technology Association of Iowa
Questions? Contact events@technologyiowa.org.
Sponsorship opportunities are available! For more information, contact Tyler Wyngarden, VP of Strategic Partnerships, at tyler@technologyiowa.org.
Thank you to our generous sponsors for their support:
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