Iowa Unemployment and Welfare Poll

Publication date: August 9, 2021
Written by: Stefani Buhajla

Iowans support reforms to reduce unemployment and welfare dependency.

KEY FINDINGS

75%

of voters

would like to see the state work more closely with businesses that are looking for new employees.

80%

of voters

think the state should refer those looking for work to open jobs in their area.

MORE THAN

TWO THIRDS

of voters

want the state to verify that those receiving or applying for Medicaid and food stamps are truly eligible for benefits.