Iowa DOGE Task Force

Mission

The Governor’s DOGE task force shall expand on what Iowa has previously done to focus on the core function of government and reduce the cost of government at all levels.

Purpose

The purpose of the Iowa DOGE Task Force is to continue Iowa’s ongoing efforts to successfully improve effectiveness and efficiency in government at all levels.

The task force is expected to provide recommendations on maximizing return on taxpayer investment, further refining Iowa’s workforce and job training programs, and leveraging technology to Governor Reynolds.

Goals

• Maximizing return on taxpayer investment
• Leveraging emerging technology, such as artificial intelligence
• Further refining workforce and job training programs

Events

Upcoming DOGE Task Force meetings will be posted to the website when confirmed.

DOGE Task Force Members

Members of the Iowa DOGE Task Force are as follows:  

• Emily Schmitt (Task Force Chair), Sukup Manufacturing Co.
• Nick Bowdish, Elite Octane
• Brianne Schulte, Vermeer
• Adam Keune, University of Iowa Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center
• Craig Dozark, Crawford County Board of Supervisors
• ReNae Arnold, Dallas County Recorder
• Terry Lutz, McClure Engineering
• Beth Tinsman, Twin State Technical Services
• Kathy Kay, Principal Financial Group
• Ryan Schaap, Well Enterprises
• Dave Mulcahy, MABSCO Investments
• David Spalding, Iowa State University College of Business
• Reynolds Cramer, Fareway
• Joe Murphy, Iowa Business Council
• Hans Wilz (ex-Officio Member), Iowa House of Representatives
• Dan Dawson (ex-Officio Member), Iowa Senate 

Timeline

• February 10, 2025: Executive Order Establishing Iowa DOGE Task Force
• 60 days from Executive Order: Initial Task Force Meeting
• 180 days after initial meeting: Report to be submitted to Governor Reynolds

Citizen Feedback

The DOGE task force is seeking the public's feedback and ideas that support this effort. 

Iowa DOGE feedback form