Republican Party of Iowa Chairman Jeff Kaufmann released the following statement in response to Governor Reynolds ending participation in federal pandemic-related unemployment benefits program: 

"Governor Reynolds' approach to this pandemic has always been about doing what is best for Iowans all across the state. Today, she is showing Iowans that they are her number one priority.

"Businesses that keep our communities alive are struggling to survive themselves. They need workers, but these pandemic-related benefits are discouraging people from returning to their jobs. We must begin moving forward, and Kim Reynolds is building a stronger future for the State of Iowa."

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