Ahead of President’s Visit, Bipartisan Cost Coalition and Progress Iowa Release Report On Affordability

 01/27/2026 - Cost Coalition and Progress Iowa released a new report detailing how rising costs are squeezing families and small businesses across Iowa—from tariff-driven price pressure and higher grocery bills to escalating health care and energy costs. The report highlights year-over-year increases in staple items (including coffee and beef), growing food insecurity, projected winter utility spikes, and widespread concern about losing affordable coverage.